AIHMCT WAT 2025: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology Written Admission Test 2025 ( AIHMCT WAT )

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Updated on Nov 18, 2024 11:06 IST

AIHMCT WAT 2025:The AIHMCT WAT Notification 2025 is expected to be released soon. The notification will carry all important information like AIHMCT WAT Application dates, eligibility, admission process and other details. Candidates can apply by visiting the official website, aihmctbangalore.edu.in, to complete the AIHMCT WAT application form. Applications for the AIHMCT WAT 2025 exam must be filled on or before the last date. Candidates are required to review the eligibility requirements for AIHMCT WAT before completing the application. Read further to know more about AIHMCT WAT dates, admission process, syllabus, exam pattern, etc, here.

Note: AIHMCT Written Admission Test (WAT) is no longer held in written mode, rather the exam is held as an Online Admission Test (OAT) at the designated test centres only.

 

 

Q:   When will the registration for AIHMCT WAT 2025 start?

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The Army Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (AIHMCT) will release the official AIHMCT WAT notification on the official website; i.e. aihmctbangalore.edu.in. Along with the official notification, AIHMCT WAT Application Form 2025 will also released. Candidates who are not more than 22 years of age were eligible to apply for AIHMCT WAT 2025 exam. Candidates were advised to check the AIHMCT WAT/ OAT 2025 eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. 

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Q:   Why is AIHMCT WAT exam conducted?

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The AIHMCT WAT (All India Hotel Management Common Entrance Test - Written Ability Test) is conducted for several key reasons:

  • The WAT serves as a crucial part of the admission process for various hotel management programs offered by AIHMCT and affiliated institutions. It helps assess the suitability of candidates for the hospitality industry.
  • Since effective communication is vital in the hospitality sector, the WAT evaluates candidates' writing skills, including their ability to articulate thoughts clearly and coherently.
  • The exam often includes topics related to general knowledge and current affairs, helping institutions gauge candidates' awareness of the world around them, which is essential for a career in hospitality.
  • The WAT helps in assessing candidates' critical thinking and analytical skills, which are important for problem-solving in real-world hospitality scenarios.
  • Conducting a written test provides a standardised method to evaluate all candidates fairly, ensuring that admissions are based on merit.
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Q:   How to Fill AIHMCT WAT Application Form 2025?

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Candidates could follow the simple steps given below to apply for AIHMCT WAT Application Form 2025:

  • Click on the official website - aihmctbangalore.edu.in.
  • AIHMCT WAT 2025 application form will display on the screen.
  • Fill all the personal and academic details in the application form.
  •  Choose the AIHMCT WAT exam centre as per your preference.
  • Check all the documents that have to be uploaded with the form
  •  Make a payment of INR 1000 via NEFT and tap on the 'Submit' tab.
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Q:   Will AIHMCT WAT 2025 be conducted in online or offline mode?

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The test will be conducted for admission to the Bachelor of Hotel Management offered by the college in pen-and-paper mode and has now changed to an Online Admission Test (OAT). AIHMCT WAT/ OAT 2025 for admission to BHM course will be held in online mode. The exam will be held in a Computer-Based Test mode across 28 test centers. Candidates appearing for AIHMCT OAT 2025 are advised to download their admit card in online mode from the official website. 

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What is AIHMCT WAT?

AIHMCT WAT is an Online Admission Test (Previously Written Admission Test) conducted by Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (AIHMCT) to provide admission to candidates in the Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management (BHM) programme offered by it. However, WAT is now known as OAT, as the exam is no longer held in the written mode. The exam is now held online. OAT is of three hours duration. AIHMCT is affiliated with Bangalore University and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). It is a NAAC-accredited institute. Admission to BHM course on offer at Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (AIHMCT) on a provisional basis through WAT as the final admission in the course is subject to confirmation regarding eligibility criteria from Bangalore University.

Get news and updates on AIHMCT WAT/ OAT here 

AIHMCT WAT Exam Dates 2025

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of AIHMCT WAT 2025 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
To Be Notified

AIHMCT WAT Exam 2025 Result (Round 3)

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AIHMCT WAT Exam 2025 (Round 3)

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AIHMCT WAT Exam 2025

AIHMCT WAT 2025 Exam Highlights

Check the important details of the AIHMCT WAT exam below.

Event Details

Specifications

Exam Name

AIHMCT WAT (Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology Online Admission Test)

Conducting Body

Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (AIHMCT)

Exam Level

National level

Exam Mode

Online mode

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Syllabus

English Language, General Knowledge, Hospitality and Tourism, Reasoning & Logical Deduction, and Scientific Aptitude & Numerical Ability

Language

English

Exam Purpose

Admission to Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management (BHM) programme offered by AIHMCT

Course Offered

Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management (BHM)

No. of Test Centres

28

Exam Helpdesk No.

+91-9036046807

Official Website

aihmctbangalore.com 

AIHMCT WAT Application Process 2025

AIHMCT WAT 2025 application form will be made available on the official website. Candidates can fill the application form for AIHMCT WAT in online mode only. They have to visit the website and click on the Register button to fill out the application form. Then they need to upload all details including academic qualification, test centre selection, photograph and signature. In the end, candidates had to pay the application fee in online mode itself to submit the form successfully. 

Application fee for all categories: INR 1000

How to Fill AIHMCT WAT Application Form 2025?

Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to fil AIHMCT WAT Application Form 2025:

  • Click on the official website - aihmctbangalore.edu.in
  • AIHMCT WAT 2025 application form will display on the screen.
  • Fill all the personal and academic details in the application form.
  • Choose the AIHMCT WAT exam centre as per your preference.
  • Check all the documents that have to be uploaded with the form.
  • Make a payment of INR 1000 via NEFT and tap on the 'Submit' tab.

AIHMCT WAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The candidate should have passed 10+ 2 examinations or its equivalent in any academic stream with English as a compulsory subject. Candidates can also apply provisionally, subject to the condition that they produce proof of passing the qualifying examination at the time of admission. Aspirants can go through the detailed AIHMCT WAT 2025 eligibility criteria here.

The candidate should not be more than 22 years of age as on July 01, 2025. The date of birth recorded in the matriculation or equivalent examination certificate will be considered as proof.

AIHMCT WAT Admission Process 2025

Candidates can go through the detailed admission process through AIHMCT WAT 2025 below:

AIHMCT WAT 2025 Exam Pattern

The Online Admission Test for AIHMCT admissions will be held for three hours duration. The candidates must reach their allotted test centre for the AIHMCT OAT exam on test date. Candidates must ensure that they reach their AIHMCT WAT exam centre at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the entrance test, which is 9:30 am. The question paper of AIHMCT OAT 2025 comprised of five parts containing multiple-choice questions to test the following:-

Section A – English Language.

Section B – General Knowledge .

Section C - Hospitality and Tourism.

Section D – Reasoning & Logical Deduction.

Section E – Scientific Aptitude & Numerical Ability. 

AIHMCT WAT 2025 Admit Card

The Admit Card for the Online Admission Test can be downloaded from the official website. The admit card for all applicants is made available on the official website only. Candidates can log in with their login id and password to download AIHMCT OAT Admit card. Candidates must download the admit card to carry it on the exam day. The admit card of AIHMCT OAT 2025 mentions following details: 

  • Candidate's name, photograph and signature
  • Exam details such as date, timings
  • Test centre details such as centre name, address and instructions to be followed by the candidates

AIHMCT WAT Exam Centres 2025

AIHMCT WAT is being conducted online by Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology. Mentioned below are the earlier declared test cities for the hotel management entrance exam. 

AIHMCT WAT Exam Centre

AIHMCT WAT Test Centre Code

Pathankot

Hyderabad

Jammu Bangalore
Chandigarh Belgaum
Ambala Chennai
Delhi Trivandrum
Jaipur Wellington /Ooty
Dehradun Kolkata
Lucknow Patna
Bhopal Bhubaneshwar 
Jabalpur Guwahati
Gwalior Jalpaiguri
Pune Srinagar (J&K)
Baroda Udampur (J&K)
Ahmedabad Kota

 

AIHMCT WAT 2025 Result

The results of AIHMCT OAT will be announced on the official website at least 15 days after the exam. BHM Admission at AIHMCT Bangalore is strictly on merit, based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Online Admission Test (OAT). In case of candidates securing equal marks, their relative merit will be reassessed inter-se on the basis of higher aggregate marks in the qualifying examination, ie, 10+2 or it's equivalent which will be given first preference. In case 10+2 or its equivalent marks has not been produced, then class 10th marks will be taken to reassess the merit.

AIHMCT WAT 2025 Counselling

Candidates who have performed well in the written admission tests are then called for a counselling round that is conducted at AIHMCT Bangalore. Aspirants who are shortlisted for admission based on their performance in the written admission test then need to appear for a personal interview round. The final merit list for admission in the BHM course offered at the Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology is prepared basis of an aspirant’s performance in AIHMCT WAT and personal interview.

The top 60 students on the merit list are offered admission to a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management (BHM) course at the Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology.

On the basis of performance in OAT, candidates will be called for counselling at AIHM&CT, Bangalore. The final selection will be based on the performance in the OAT followed by a personal interview. The first 60 merit-listed candidates will be offered admission. The decision of the Managing Committee in the selection of the candidates will be final. Candidates can check last year's counselling instructions below to get an idea.

AIHMCT WAT 2025 Contact Information

Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
Nagareshwara Nagenahalli, Kothanur Post
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Pincode: 560077
India

Email:
principal@aihmctbangalore.com, registrar@aihmctbangalore.com

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