Top 10 Government Hotel Management Colleges in India 2025

National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination 2025 ( NCHMCT JEE )

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Do you want to work in the hotel management sector? Find out which are the top 10 government hotel management colleges in India, what courses they offer, fees, seat matrix and other important details. Read further to know more.

Top 10 Government Hotel Management Colleges in India 2024: Courses, Ranks, Fees, No. of Seats

Top 10 Government Hotel Management Colleges in India 2024: Courses, Ranks, Fees, No. of Seats

One of the most well-liked courses for students hoping to work in the rapidly expanding hospitality sector is hotel management. India's hospitality and tourist sector is expanding rapidly as a result of globalisation. There is a continuing need for qualified workers in the hotel business due to its growth. Many five-star hotels in the nation have begun to offer hotel management courses in India in response to the growing demand for hotel management curricula in that nation.

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Students might opt to work in divisions including cleaning, hotel administration, food and beverage management, front office, sales and marketing, and so forth with a graduate or postgraduate degree in hotel management. However, students must earn their hotel management degree from reputable universities to be eligible for attractive job offers in prestigious businesses and hotels like the Taj Group, ITC Group, and Oberoi Group of Hotels. 

Q:   Which course is offered through NCHMCT JEE?

A:

The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination (NCHMCT JEE) is primarily conducted for admission to the following course:

1. Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Hospitality and Hotel Administration: This undergraduate programme is offered by various participating institutes and colleges affiliated with the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT). The B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration is a comprehensive programme that prepares students for careers in the hospitality and hotel management industry. It covers various aspects of hotel operations, culinary arts, catering, front office management, housekeeping, and more.

NCHMCT JEE scores are used for admission to this B.Sc. programme, and candidates who qualify for the exam have the opportunity to pursue this course at prestigious hotel management colleges and institutes across India. Please note that the specific course offerings and specializations may vary among participating institutions, so it's essential to check the individual institute's admission brochure for detailed information on the programs they offer.

Q:   What rank is required for IHM PUSA admissions?

A:

 To get admission in hotel management programmes offered at IHM Pusa candidates belonging to different categories need to secure NCHMCT JEE rank as mentioned below:

  • Open: Within 400
  • EWS: Within 1700
  • OBC-NCL: Within 2900
  • SC: Within 5400
  • ST: Within 9900

Q:   What is the admission process for the NCHMCT JEE Exam?

A:
The admission process for the NCHMCT JEE Exam consists of five steps. This process is for admission to the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology's B.Sc. (HHA) programme. The steps are: 1. Sign up for the NCHMCT JEE exam on the official NTA website. 2. Exam administration and results announcement 3. Enrollment in the NCHMCT counseling process to apply for the B.Sc. (HHA) course. 4. Announcement of the cutoff by NCHMCT and participating hotel management colleges 5. Conducting interviews to announce the final list of selected candidates for this course.

In this article, we have provided top 10 government hotel management colleges in India list with ranking and other details. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will hold the NCHMCT Joint Entrance Exam in a computer-based mode. NCHMCT JEE 2025 date is April 27, 2025. NCHMCT JEE Registration is currently underway.

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NCHMCT JEE Exam 2025: Seat Intake

Candidates can go through the seats available for admission through the NCHMCT JEE exam in the table below:

Year of NCHMCT JEE Exam

No. of Seats Available for Admission

2017

8,124 seats

2018

8,738 seats

2019

 

8,684 [BSc Hospitality and Hotel Administration (BSc HHA)] seats

158 [BSc HHA course with vegetarian cooking option] seats

2020

12,695 seats

2022

12,045 seats

2023 

12,695 seats (until revised)

2024

11,995

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List of Courses offered at Government IHMs

IHMs offers undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma programmes to aspirants in the field of hospitality and travel as well as baking and confectionery. Some popular hotel management courses offered at IHMs are mentioned in the table below:

List of UG courses offered at IHMs

BSc in Hospitality & Hotel Administration

BSc Culinary Arts

List of Diploma courses offered at IHMs

Diploma in Food & Beverage Service

Diploma in Bakery & Confectionery

Diploma in Front Office Operations

Diploma in House Keeping

Diploma in Food Production

 

List of PG Diploma courses offered at IHMs

Post Graduate Diploma in Accommodation Operations & Management

Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Hospital Food Service

List of Craftsmanship & Certificate courses offered at IHMs

Craftsmanship Course in Food Production & Patisserie

Craftsmanship Course in Food & Beverage Service

Certificate Course in Bakery

Certificate Course in Cookery

List of PG courses offered at IHMs

MSc in Hospitality Administration

MSc in Hospitality & Hotel Administration

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List of Top 10 Government Hotel Management Colleges in India

Candidates can check the list of top 10 government-run hotel management colleges in the country below:

College Name

Ranking

IHM Pusa

1

IHM Mumbai

3

IHM Hyderabad

4

IHM Chennai

5

IHM Lucknow

6

IHM Chandigarh

8

IHM Kolkata

10

IHM Bhopal

11

IHM Kovalam

13

IHM Shimla

14

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Q:   What is the selection process for B.Sc and what is the minimum NCHMCT JEE score required at IHM Chennai?

A:

Counseling is the next step in the selection process for B.Sc. programs at IHM Chennai, after passing the NCHMCT JEE exam.

- Students must show up for the NCHMCT-conducted NCHMCT JEE, or National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination.

- Students must attend counseling sessions to choose their desired IHM institute and course, based on their NCHMCT JEE score and rank.

- The following is the minimum NCHMCT JEE score needed for IHM Chennai:

1. B.Sc. in Hotel Administration & Hospitality:
Category: general; 50 % 
- 45 percentile for reserved categories

2. B.Sc. Culinary Arts Program:  
55 percentile for the general category and 50 percentile for the reserved categories 

3. For Tourism & Travel Management B.Sc.
50 percentile for the general category and 45 percentile for the reserved categories

Students must also complete other eligibility requirements, such as passing the 12th grade in a related field, in addition to the minimum score requirement.

The final decision is made based on the candidate's academic background, counseling merit rank, seat availability, and category-specific cutoffs.

In conclusion, passing the NCHMCT JEE cutoff is necessary for admission to IHM Chennai for a B.Sc. After that, counseling is conducted based on merit and preferences. The minimal score differs for each category and application.

Q:   Which colleges accept NCHMCT JEE scores for admission?

A:

The best hotel management colleges in India are IHM Mumbai, IHM Kolkata, IHM Hyderabad, Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Indian Institute of Hotel Management and Culinary Arts, Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts, Symbiosis International Pune and many more. Given below are the colleges that accept NCHM JEE scores for admission

  • Central government institutes of hotel management
  • State government institutes of hotel management
  • Public Sector Undertaking
  • Private institutes of hotel management

Q:   Can I get direct admission to IHM?

A:

The possibility of direct admission to IHM depends on the course for which you are applying. If you are applying for any degree course, you cannot apply for direct admission. To be admitted to a degree programme such as the B.Sc. you must take the NCHMCT JEE exam. On the other hand, if you are applying for any Certificate or Diploma course offered by a particular IHM, you can apply for direct admission. For instance, you can apply for the Craftsmanship Course in Food Production with a 12th grade score.

Q:   Which institutes offer admission to NCHMCT JEE qualified candidates?

A:

Based on NCHMCT JEE scores, candidates can get admission at 21 Central Institutes of Hotel Management, 25 State Government Institutes of Hotel Management, one Public Sector Undertaking and 24 Private Institutes of Hotel Management.

Top 10 Government IHMs: Fees

Candidates can check the Bachelor's in Hotel Management (BHM) Courses below:

IHM Name

Fees

IHM Pusa

1,52,725

IHM Mumbai

1,52,525

IHM Hyderabad

1,50,725

IHM Chennai

1,55,358

IHM Lucknow

1,33,400

IHM Chandigarh

1,22,510

IHM Kolkata

1,46,725

IHM Bhopal

--

IHM Kovalam

--

IHM Shimla

1,21,800

Top 10 Government Hotel Management Colleges: Seat Matrix

Candidates looking forward to taking admission to government IHMs can check the seat matrix below:

Name of the Institute

Number of seats

IHM Pusa

305

IHM Mumbai

456

IHM Hyderabad

285

IHM Chennai

347

IHM Lucknow

342

IHM Chandigarh

288

IHM Kolkata

380

IHM Bhopal

342

IHM Thiruvananthapuram

298

IHM Shimla

380

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In the case of IHM Bangalore and its mention that NRI students can apply directly to the institute, it means that NRI candidates are not required to appear for the NCHM JEE (National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination). Instead, they can apply directly to the institute through a

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Yes, you can apply for NCHMCT JEE. There is no particular stream required for this exam, but you must have English as a subject in class 12th. This entrance exam is for undergraduate programs in Hotel Management and Catering Technology. If you are interested in this field, you can apply and start yo

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