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A Hotel Management course is offered at UG, PG, and doctorate levels. The course is also available as certificate and diploma programmes. Aspirants looking for a professional career in the Hospitality industry can take up a hotel management course. This course is skill-based which help the candidates learn the technicalities as well as the skills needed to be a professional in the hospitality and travel industry. 

Some popular hotel management courses at the UG level are BHM, BSc HHA, BHMCT. At the PG level, there is MHM, MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management, Master in Tourism and Hotel Management. Diploma courses are very popular like Diploma in Hospitality Management, Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management, Diploma in Hotel Management, Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology, etc.

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Types of Hotel Management Courses - UG & PG

Although candidates can pursue hotel management courses at the doctorate level too, UG and PG are the most popular degrees in hotel management courses. 

UG: UG courses in hotel management can be pursued after 10+2. Check the details of the UG hotel management courses below:

Duration

3 to 4 Years

Eligibility

10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate score.

Admission Process

Entrance Exams/Merit-based

Fees

INR 3,00,000 - 10,00,000

What After Bachelor Course?

Hotel management master courses, or jobs such as Hotel Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Front Office Manager, Chef, etc.

Average Salary

INR 2 - 5 lakhs

PG: PG courses in hotel management can be pursued after completion of a UG course in hotel management. Check details of the PG hotel management courses below:

Duration

2 Years

Eligibility

Bachelor of hotel management courses from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate score.

Admission Process

Entrance Exams/Merit-based

Fees

INR 30,000 - 6,00,000

What After Master Course?

Hotel management PhD courses, or jobs such as Hotel Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Front Office Manager, Chef, etc.

Average Salary

INR 3 - 8 lakhs

Popular Hotel Management Courses - UG&PG

Some of the popular hotel management courses at UG and PG level are as follows:

Popular UG hotel management courses

Popular PG hotel management courses

Bachelor of Hotel Management [BHM]

Master in Tourism and Hotel Management

Bachelor of Hospital Management

Master of Hotel Management [MHM]

Bachelor of Hospitality Management

MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management

BA Hospitality Management

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BHMCT

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BSc Catering Science and Hotel Management

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BSc Hospitality and Hotel Administration

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BSc Hospitality Studies

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Hotel Management Degree Courses – UG

To take admission in hotel management degree courses candidates must fulfil certain eligibility criteria. The admission in UG courses are merit-based or entrance test based.

  • Eligibility: A candidate must have a minimum of  50% in 10+2. Such candidates are eligible for direct admission or admission via hotel management entrance tests.
  • Admission: The majority of the UG hotel management courses can be pursued by clearing an entrance test. Such tests include questions from the hospitality sector and numerical and reading ability.
  • Entrance tests: NCHMCT JEE, MAH HM CET, IIHM eCHAT, AIHMCT WAT

List of UG Hotel Management Degree Courses

  1. Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)
  2. Bachelor in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)
  3. BSc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration
  4. BA in Hotel Management
  5. BBA in Hospitality, travel & tourism

Distance/Online Hotel Management Courses - UG

If you are looking for a short term course in hotel management, you can pursue an online hotel management course or distance UG hotel management course.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

List of UG Online/Distance Hotel Management Courses:

  1. Hotel Management Fundamentals: Kickstart Your Career Success by Udemy (Paid)
  2. Hotel management for beginners by Udemy (Paid)
  3. Hotel Management: Distribution, Revenue and Demand Management by Coursera
  4. Coursera- Hotel Management
  5. Coursera- Food & Beverage Management
  6. Coursera- Sustainable Tourism

Hotel Management Certificate Courses - UG

A certificate is also a short term course. A candidate who wishes to pursue a hotel management course with interest and a distinct aim to have a professional career in this field can opt for UG certificate course in hotel management.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

List of UG Certificate Hotel Management Courses:

  1. Certificate in Food and Beverages Production
  2. Certificate in Front Office Operation
  3. Certificate Course in Hotel and Hospitality Management

Hotel Management Diploma Courses - UG

UG diploma course in hotel management are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. Check details below.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

List of UG Certificate Hotel Management Courses:

  1. Diploma in Hotel Management
  2. Executive Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Science
  3. Diploma in Housekeeping
  4. Professional Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Science
  5. Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology

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Hotel Management Degree Courses – PG

A PG course in hotel management is offered by many colleges in India. After a degree course at the UG level, candidates go ahead to pursue this level if they choose to not have a job yet. A PG level degree also opens better career opportunities for the candidates.

  • Eligibility: Candidates must have done a bachelor of hotel management course from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate score.
  • Admission: The majority of the UG hotel management courses can be pursued by clearing an entrance test. Such tests include questions from the hospitality sector and numerical and reading ability.
  • Entrance tests: NCHMCT JEE and MAH HM CET

List of PG Hotel Management Degree Courses

  1. Master of Hotel Management (MHM)
  2. Master in Tourism and Hotel Management (MTHM)
  3. MBA in Hotel Management
  4. MBA in Hospitality Management
  5. MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management
  6. MBA Hospitality

Hotel Management Diploma Courses - PG

PG diploma courses in hotel management are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. Check details below.

  • Eligibility: UG passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

PG Certificate Hotel Management Courses: Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management

Hotel Management Courses FAQs

Q: What is Hotel Management? Is it the same as Hospitality management?

A: Hotel Management or Hospitality Management is a field of business study that tends itself to the operational aspects of a hotel and similar concepts. 

Q: I want to pursue Hotel Management for my graduation. What is the eligibility criteria?

A: The minimum eligibility criteria to be able to pursue Hotel Management at the undergraduate level is that they must have completed Class 12 from a recognised board. Many colleges also list additional eligibility criteria stating that it is mandatory for students to have English as a core subject of study if they want to pursue a hotel management course.

Q: I have completed BBA in Finance, can I pursue MBA in Hotel Management?

A: Yes, candidates who have completed BBA in any specialisation can apply for MBA in Hotel/Hospitality Management.

Q: Which entrance exam can I give if I need to study Hospitality Management?

A: Students who wish to study Hospitality Management can appear for exams such as NCHMCT JEE, MAH HM CET, CUET, Oberoi STEP, UGAT, etc.

Q: What are the future job opportunities for Hospitality Management graduates?

A: Hotel Management graduates have various career opportunities such as Hotel Manager, Front Office Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Chef, Banquet Manager, Floor Supervisors, Stewards, etc.

Q: What is the average salary offered to Hotel Management graduates?

A: The average salary for Hotel Management graduates starts from INR 7.5 LPA in India.

Q: Which are some of the top recruiters who hire Hospitality Management graduates?

A: Some of the top recruiters who hire Hospitality Management graduates are The Taj Group of Hotels, Hyatt Hotels, Marriot International, ITC Group of Hotels, Accor Hostels, Hilton Worldwide, etc.

Q: Do I need to have any specific skillsets to be able to study Hotel Management?

A: Students who wish to pursue Hotel Management must be really good at multi-tasking as this field constantly tests one to expand their boundaries. Hotel Management aspirants must have good communication skills, polite demeanour, discipline, responsibility, creativity, good listening skills, ability to be committed and dedicated, willingness to work for long hours, etc.

Q: I want to pursue Hotel Management after graduation. What is the eligibility criteria?

A: Students who wish to pursue post-graduation in Hotel Management must have completed their graduation from a recognised university or college. Colleges generally prefer candidates who possess a graduation degree in hotel/ hospitality management. Some colleges also list that candidates should secure at least 55% aggregate in their graduation to be eligible to secure admission in PG level courses.

Q: What is the average salary of a food and beverage manager in India?

A: The average salary of a food and beverage manager in India is Rs 5.39 LPA.

Q: Which are some of the top colleges for Hotel Management in India?

A: Colleges such as IHM Mumbai, IHM Pusa, IHM Bengaluru, IHM Hyderabad, Bharatiya Vidyapeeth (Deemed University), etc. are the top colleges in India that offer Hotel Management courses.
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  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) PG Courses
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Popular Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India. Learn more about these Hotel Management (HM) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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Popular Private Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India

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Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Hotel Management (HM). Students interested in pursuing a career on Hotel Management (HM), generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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Declaration of MAKAUT CET Results

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Popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for Hotel Management (HM) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).

Popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Hotel Management (HM) PG Courses

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Answered a week ago

NCHMCT JEE 2026 application correction facility will be available shortly before the issue of admit card by the NTA. Candidates will be notified through the official website and emails.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 12 or equivalent examination with English as a compulsory subject to apply for NCHMCT JEE 2026. The exam has no minimum marks requirement.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

The age limit for appearing in NCHMCT JEE 2026 is 25 years for General / EWS / OBC candidates and 27 years for SC / ST / PwD students as of July 1, 2026.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

The application fee for NCHMCT JEE 2026 is INR 1,000 for general (UR) / OBC- (NCL), INR 750 for Gen-EWS, and INR 450 for SC / ST / PwD / Transgender students.

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The top 5 hotel management colleges in India are IHM Pusa, IHM Mumbai, IHM Hyderabad, IHM Chennai, and IHM Lucknow. These ranking is based on the India Today Rank 2025.  

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Answered 3 weeks ago

According to the India Today Rank of 2025, the Institute of Hotel Management Catering & Nutrition (IHM) Pusa is the best government hotel management college in India. 

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

There will be a total of 30 questions from the Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude. 

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam pattern includes five sections: Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude, Reasoning and Logical Deduction, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, English Language, and Aptitude for Service Sector. There is a total of 200 questions conducted in CBT online.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The official website of NCHMCT JEE 2026 is nchmjee.nta.nic.in.

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Answered 3 weeks ago

NCHMCT JEE 2026 is accepted by 21 central IHMs, 25 state IHMs,1 PSU IHM, and 27 Private IHMs that are affiliated to NCHMCT.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

In NCHMCT JEE exam, 4 marks are given for each correct response and -1 for each incorrect response. There are no marks for unattempted questions and negative marking for Non-MCQ questions.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The NCHMCT JEE exam duration is 3 hours. The exam is conducted as a computer-based test in both English and Hindi languages.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes. Opening and closing ranks of NCHMCT JEE can differ for categories. Each category has separate seat allocation based on the reservation percentage.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 4 weeks ago

The NCHMCT JEE cutoffs are released by the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) after counselling rounds.

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Answered 4 weeks ago

NCHMCT releases the NCHMCT JEE cutoff based on ranks allotted by NTA.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 4 weeks ago

NCHMCT JEE is conducted once a year. The National Testing Agency (NTA) annually conducts NCHMCT JEE on behalf of the National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology (NCHMCT).

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 4 weeks ago

NCHMCT JEE full form is National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 4 weeks ago

NCHMCT JEE is a national-level hospitality entrance exam in India. The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology (NCHMCT). 

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Answered 4 weeks ago

The NCHMCT JEE 2026 fee usually varies category-wise. 

  • General/OBC (NCL)/EWS: INR 1,000 – INR 1,200

  • SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: INR 450 – INR 500

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Answered 4 weeks ago

The application form for NCHMCT JEE 2026 is expected to be released in December 2025 by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website – nchmjee.nta.nic.in. 

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Answered a month ago

Servo Hospitality School Dehradun admission is offered on the basis of merit. Candidates must secure a minimum aggregate in Class 12. Furthermore, candidates must secure valid scores in accepted entrance exams (if any). For more details around Servo Hospitality School, Dehradun admission process, ca

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Servo Hospitality School Dehradun offers BHM as a 4 year programme in full-time mode. Admission to the respective course is offered based on merit and would require for candidates to secure a minimum aggregate in Class 12 and qualify institute level examination to secure the final admission. The tot

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Nishtha Gupta

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Answered a month ago

Janki Devi College of Hotel Management offers the BBA course in the field of Hospitality and Tourism. Candidates willing to take admission in this course must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria set by the college. Additionally, they must submit the marksheet and certificate of Class 12

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Sejal Baveja

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Answered a month ago

Janki Devi College of Hotel Management is generally considered a decent option for BBA course. Candidates must consider factors such as infrastructure, faculty experience, fees, curriculum, etc. while taking admission. They can apply online for admission at Janki Devi College of Hotel Management.

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Sejal Baveja

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Joining Janki Devi College of Hotel Management for BSc course is generally considered a decent option. It is offered in the field of Hospitality Management. Candidates must consider factors such as infrastructure, faculty experience, fees, curriculum, etc. while taking admission. They can apply onli

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Sejal Baveja

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The duration of the BSc course at Janki Devi College of Hotel Management is of three years. Admissions to this course are merit-based and merit of Class 12 is accepted for the same. Candidates willing to take admission in the BSc course at Janki Devi College of Hotel Management must ensure fulfillin

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Sejal Baveja

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Answered a month ago

The next admission date for Janki Devi College of Hotel Management 2025 has not been released by the college yet. However, candidates must start preparing for admission for the next academic year.  Janki Devi College of Hotel Management admissions are merit-based and merit of Class 12 is accepted. 

 

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Sejal Baveja

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Answered a month ago

Yes, candidates can get direct admission in Janki Devi College of Hotel Management. The college offers merit-based admissions to the courses, and  candidates can directly apply with the merit of Class 12. They must fill out the application form before the last date to apply for admission at Janki De

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Sejal Baveja

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Answered a month ago

No, Janki Devi College of Hotel Management is not under CUET. The college offers merit-based admissions to candidates in the courses. The merit of Class 12 is accepted for admission. Hence, candidates are not required to appear for any entrance exams such as CUET for admission in Janki Devi College

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Sejal Baveja

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After filling out the application form for Janki Devi College of Hotel Management admissions, the college evaluates the forms and grants admission to candidates based on the eligibility and selection criteria. However, the time frame of admission confirmation has not be specified by the college. 

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