Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Mumbai

Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Mumbai offers multiple courses in Hospitality, Hotel Administration, Cooking, and related disciplines. The institute offers a BSc programme in Hospitality and Hotel Administration, comprising the curriculum formulated in collaboration with the National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology (NCHMCT) and IGNOU. The institute also offers a regular BSc NRI programme. Apart from the degree programme, IHM Mumbai extends a UG & PG diploma, certificate courses (including a 6-month full-time certificate in Craft Course in Professional Bartending), and short courses under the 'Hunar Se Rozgar' programme.

IHM Mumbai is a highly reputed hospitality institute with a strong history and a focus on practical training, industry connections, and a holistic curriculum, making it a good choice for those seeking a career in the hospitality industry. The Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition (IHMCT&AN), generally known as the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), is a multi-location public hospitality institute in India. IHM is established by the Ministry of Tourism of the Government of India. It is also under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Tourism. It caters to not only the students of India but also international students from the SAARC.

IHM Mumbai and IHM Lucknow both accept the scores of NCHMT JEE for admissions to BSc courses. Hence, the admission process is almost identical for both institutions, as the first requirement is candidates must complete their higher senior secondary with decent scores, then they must appear for NCHMT JEE, followed by counselling. Therefore, it is hard to determine which institute it is easier to get admission into BSc courses. 
However, if the seating capacity for both colleges came into consideration, then the seating capacity for the BSc course at IHM Lucknow is 343 and the total number of BSc seats available at IHM Mumbai is 457. Institutes with a higher number of seats generally offer better chances of admission compared to those with a lower seat capacity.

IHM Mumbai and IHM Hyderabad both accept the scores of NCHMT JEE for admissions to BSc courses. Hence, the admission process is almost identical for both institutions, as the first requirement is candidates must complete their higher senior secondary with decent scores, then they must appear for NCHMT JEE, followed by centralised counselling. Therefore, it is hard to determine which institute it is easier to get admission into BSc courses. 
However, if the seat capacity for both colleges came into consideration, then the seats capacity for BSc course at IHM Chennai is 286 and the total number of BSc seats available at IHM Mumbai is 457. Institutes with a higher number of seats generally offer better chances of admission compared to those with a lower seat capacity.

IHM Chennai and IHM Mumbai, both are Institute of Hotel Management colleges, and recognised by National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT). Admission process for MSc courses at both institute is almost same. For admissions candidates are required to qualify the basic eligibility criteria first that requires a minimum score of 50% in BSc HHA or relevant degree and secured a valid score/ rank in NCHMCT MSc JEE.

However, if we compare both institutes on their ranking in IHM, then IHM Chennai has been ranked on the number 5th by India Today. On the other hand, IHM Mumbai has been ranked 3rd by India Today. Hence, the institute with a higher ranking can be more competitive to get admission, compared to an institute with a lower ranking. However, the difference in ranking between both of the colleges is not very considerable. So, candidates can choose any of the institutes according to their location preferences.

The Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Mumbai offers a variety of programs, one of which is the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration. The three-year course costs around INR 4,41,225.

SC category students who are domiciled in Maharashtra and whose family income is less than 2.5 Lacs a year can apply for scholarship. The students may get the Maharashtra State Scholarship, which would cover most of the tuition fees.

Note that despite the scholarship would decrease the charge to a notable extent, all charges may still not be catered. To get exact and comprehensive fee concessions and scholarship details, call the management at IHM Mumbai or one may visit its official website.