Oberoi STEP 2025: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

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Oberoi STEP 2025: The online application form to apply for Oberoi Group of Hotel’s Systematic Training and Education Programme (STEP) will be made available soon. Candidates interested in the Oberoi Systematic Training and Education Programme can visit the official website - www.oberoigroup.com/learning-programmes/step for admission process. The Assessments and interviews will be held in April and May. STEP 2025 result will be then released in June-July, 2025. Oberoi STEP details like assessment and interview, application, and selection process details are shared with the registered candidates only.

Q: How to clear STEP interview process of Oberoi Hotels?

The Oberoi Group is known for its rigorous selection process for its employees, and the STEP (Systematic Training and Education Programme) is no exception. Here are some tips on how to clear the STEP interview process of Oberoi Hotels: Prepare thoroughly: Research the company, its values, and its operations. Be familiar with the job description and the specific requirements for the STEP programme. You should also brush up on your hospitality knowledge and skills. Dress appropriately: Make a good first impression by dressing professionally and appropriately for the interview. You should also arrive on time. Showcase your communication skills: Communication is a vital skill in the hospitality industry. Demonstrate your ability to communicate clearly and effectively during the interview. Be confident and enthusiastic: Show your passion for the industry and your eagerness to learn and grow. Be confident in your abilities and experiences. Show your willingness to learn: The STEP programme is designed to train and develop individuals. Show your willingness to learn and grow, and demonstrate that you are open to feedback and constructive criticism. Emphasize your team skills: The hospitality industry is a team-oriented environment. Highlight your ability to work collaboratively and your past experiences working in a team. Be prepared for behavioral questions: Expect to be asked behavioral questions that assess your past experiences and how you handled certain situations. Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you demonstrated key skills and abilities in the past. Overall, the key to success in the STEP interview process is to be well-prepared, confident, and demonstrate a genuine passion for the industry and a willingness to learn and grow.

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Q: What is the Oberoi STEP programme? Does it ensure a good career in HM?

STEP is an opportunity for students to participate in a three-year programme that offers practical training at a hotel of The Oberoi Group. You will be trained in the four core operational departments of a hotel: Front Office, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage Service and Kitchen. The STEP Programme happens to be in 2 major areas: 1. Hotel Operations Programme 2. Kitchen Operations Programme The first round is a Group Introduction round in which you are supposed to introduce your partner and not yourself. Just basic communication skills, as well as confidence along with fluency and command over English language, is marked upon here. If you clear this round and make it to the next one, The second round is a Personal Interview. In the Personal Interview, you are checked upon your basic aptitude, your presence of mind, general awareness and whether you are passionate about working with them or not. The panel at The Oberoi Centre For Learning and Development is one of the best and they select only the best of the lot. Make sure you give your best shot. All the very best. Stay calm and composed.

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Table of Contents

What is Oberoi STEP?
Oberoi STEP Dates 2025
Oberoi STEP 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Oberoi STEP Admission Process 2025
Oberoi STEP Interview Round 2025
Oberoi STEP 2025 Exam Centres
Oberoi STEP 2025 Contact Information

What is Oberoi STEP?

The Oberoi Group of Hotel’s Systematic Training and Education Programme (STEP) conducts interviews in order to shortlist interested candidates for hospitality management programmes offered by the institute. On the basis of an aspirant’s performance in the admission process of Oberoi STEP, he/she can secure admission in courses on offer at Oberoi STEP 2025 which are as mentioned below:

Programme	Stream/Focus Area
Hotel Operations	Front Office/ Food and Beverage Service
Hotel Operations	Housekeeping focus
Kitchen Operations	NA

The hotel among The Oberoi Group of Hotels that will be assigned to candidates for STEP programme will be at the sole discretion of OCLD.

Oberoi OCLD programme is being hosted by: The Oberoi Bangalore, The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla, The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur; Trident Gurgaon; The Oberoi Gurgaon; Trident Agra; Trident Jaipur; The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur; Trident Chennai and Trident Udaipur.Practical training in courses offered at Oberoi Centre for Learning and Development (OCLD) is offered at The Oberoi Group of Hotels. Also, when candidates complete the programmes offered at Oberoi STEP 2025 they are awarded Bachelor of Tourism Studies (BTS) degree from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and a Certificate of Proficiency from The Oberoi Group.

Candidates can apply for admission through the Oberoi STEP entrance exam in October/February, every year. The academic session for the programmes offered at OCLD commences in the month of August each year. View important admission dates for Oberoi STEPhere.

Q: What is the future after completing Step Programme from Oberoi?

Hi, Not everyone get an opportunity to begin their hotel management careers with The Oberois. The Oberois will groom a person. Not just a chef, but the training imparted in the STEP programme will give them a holistic understanding of the hotel business from the point of view of a hotel owner. Regards.

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Q: What is the admission process for the Oberoi STEP Exam?

The admission process at Oberoi STEP is done in three steps. There are: 1. The application process begins around February, when eligible candidates have to register for the course. 2. The application is then evaluated, and candidates are invited for interviews. 3. The candidates are divided into small groups of 15 to 20 people for the first round of interview, 4. In the second round, a selected candidate will be required to appear for a one-on-one interview in front of a panel. 5. They are also required to pass a questioner test to get shortlisted for the next round. 6. In the final round, there are some activities and a questionnaire that must be completed before appearing for the final interview. 7. Selected candidates are given an offer letter to participate in the STEP programme of the Oberoi Group.

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Oberoi STEP Dates 2025

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Oberoi STEP 2025 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
To Be Notified	Oberoi STEP 2025 Application Form
To Be Notified	Last Day to fill Oberoi STEP 2025 Application Form
To Be Notified	Oberoi STEP 2025 Admit Card released date
To Be Notified	Oberoi STEP 2025 Result
To Be Notified	Oberoi STEP 2025 Exam
To Be Notified	Oberoi STEP 2025 Counselling

Oberoi STEP 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants need to fulfill multiple Oberoi STEP 2025 eligibility criteria in order to apply for OCLD admissions. General eligibility criteria that aspirants need to meet to secure admission in courses offered at Oberoi STEP 2025 have been mentioned below:

Criteria	Oberoi STEP Eligibility Criteria 2025
Age Limit	Candidates must be above 18 years and below 20 years of age, as on August 15, 2025
Educational Qualification	Candidates must have passed 12th examination, as on July 1, 2025, from any board that is recognised by the Indira Gandhi National Open University, India (IGNOU).

Q: Do I require any certain score in 12th to take part in Oberoi STEP exam?

Hi, STEP is more hands-on with heaps of practical training, in addition to practical training in a hotel of The Oberoi Group, you are enrolled for a Bachelor's Degree in Tourism Studies (BTS) from the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). But with STEP, you're restricted to working only with The Oberoi Group. Qualities they are looking for: 1. A positive attitude with a desire for excellence 2. Good communication skills in English 3. Strong interpersonal skills 4. Initiative, drive and an eye for detail 5. Team orientation Just be confident while answering them.

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Q: What is the exam pattern for the Oberoi STEP?

Oberoi STEP is an interview-based selection process that is conducted in three steps. 1. Following the application process, the candidates are chosen via three rounds of interviews. 2. The candidates are divided into groups of 15 to 20 applicants each for the first round. They are judged according to standards like appearance, poise, and English spoken. 3. Shortlisted candidates move on to the second round, where they must meet one-on-one with a panel made up of faculty members. 4. Their behavior, personality, and capacity for hospitality are assessed in the second round. 5. Candidates must take part in course-based activities and fill out some questionnaires during the final round of interviews. A panel interview serves as the final step in this process. The selection panel makes the final decision based on their personality, knowledge, behavior, and skill set.

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Oberoi STEP Admission Process 2025

Candidates can go through the steps that they need to follow while taking part in Oberoi STEP 2025 admission process.

Step 1: Fill Oberoi STEP Application Form

Candidates need to fill Oberoi STEP application form online on the official website of Oberoi Centre for Learning and Development once released. As part of Oberoi STEP application process candidates need to fill in their educational qualifications, and select their interview venue and date in the application form. Aspirants do not need to pay any Oberoi STEP exam application fee while filling the registration form for the interview round for OCLD admissions.

Step 2: Appear for Oberoi STEP Interview

In order to be shortlisted for admission in programmes offered at Oberoi STEP, candidates do not need to give any written entrance exam but need to appear for an interview round.

Step 3: Check Oberoi STEP Result

After all the interview rounds are conducted by the Oberoi Centre for Learning and Development, the officials formulate the list of candidates shortlisted for Oberoi STEP admissions 2025. The result for Oberoi STEP 2025 entrance exam is sent to aspirants by means of email or post.

STEP programme conducted by Oberoi Group of Hotels commences in the month of August each year.

Q: What are the books for the Oberoi STEP exam?

The Oberoi STEP exam is an interview-based process. To pass this exam, you need to focus more on communication skills and personality than theoretical knowledge. You can study any basic hotel management guide to get an idea of the hospitality industry. For instance, you can refer to any of the following books: 1. Guide for Hotel Management 2. The 10-Day Hotel Management 3. Hotel Management and Operations 4. The ultimate guide for Hotel Management You can also read some books to work on your communication skills. To prepare for this exam, it is recommended that you seek the assistance of a mentor.

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Q: How do I prepare for the Oberoi STEP exam?

The Oberoi STEP is an interview-based exam process. You can follow the given expert advice to get selected for the STEP programme of the Oberoi Group: 1. There are a total of three interviews to evaluate your overall suitability for the hospitality industry. 2. To clear round one, you need to be well prepared with spoken English and appear calm and confident throughout the interview process. 3. To clear round two, you need to have a good understanding of the required skills for the programme for which you will apply. 4. You can prepare communication and behavioral skills by practicing through YouTube channels. 5. You can prepare for the interview with the help of a mentor or senior students. 6. Stay updated with the latest happenings in the hospitality sector and read in detail about this industry. 7. You can join a short training course to practice the required skills and qualify for the STEP course.

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Oberoi STEP Interview Round 2025

Oberoi STEP interview round is conducted in three steps. Candidates can go through the three rounds for Oberoi STEP 2025 admissions as mentioned below:

Interview Round	Selection Process	Evaluation Criteria
Round 1	In the first round of Oberoi STEP interview process, candidates are divided into groups of 15-20 aspirants each. Here, candidates need to perform many activities as well as attempt different questionnaires.	Candidates are evaluated on the basis of criteria such as grooming, poise and spoken English.
Round 2	Candidates who are shortlisted in Round 1 of the Oberoi interview process are eligible to appear for Round 2 of the interview process. In this round, candidates have to appear before a panel comprising of faculty members wherein a one-on-one meeting is held.	Candidates are evaluated on the basis of their behavior, personality and it is also checked if the candidate has aptitude for hospitality.
Round 2	Candidates who are shortlisted in Round 2 are further eligible to appear for the next interview round in the selection process for Oberoi STEP. In this round, candidates need to appear for another round of activities and attempt some questionnaires. This also includes a final interview with a panel. However, this Oberoi interview round may be conducted on a different day as well as city as against Round 1 and Round 2.	Aspirants are evaluated on an overall basis, that is, on the basis of their personality, knowledge, behaviour and skill-set.

Important Documents for Oberoi STEP Interview Round

Oberoi STEP application form (One print-out)
One passport size photograph
Class X certificate (One copy). If any candidate's Class X certificate doesn’t mention the date of birth then they need to carry one copy of their birth certificate at the time of the interview round.
Class XII certificate (One copy)
Medical certificate. The candidate should be deemed medically fit by Oberoi Step’s company doctor.
Testimonials that are verified to be authentic

Q: What is the syllabus for the Oberoi STEP Exam?

The Oberoi STEP Exam is not a pen-and-paper exam. You need to work on your overall personality to get selected for this programme. The basic syllabus includes the following topics: 1. English communication 2. Basic general knowledge 3. Current affairs 4. General awareness on Hospitality sector 5. Logical Reasoning 6. Knowledge of Hotel Operations 7. Knowledge of Kitchen Operations You can work on your personality skills to prepare for this exam.

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Q: What is the syllabus & exam pattern for the Oberoi STEP?

STEP (Systematic Training and Education Programme) is a three-year programme for students who are between 18 to 20 years of age and have completed or are about to complete class XII. STEP offers comprehensive on the job training in Kitchen operations or hotel operations (Front Office / Food and Beverage Service focus and Housekeeping focus) at selected hotels of The Oberoi Group. Alongside training, STEP also facilitates education through a correspondence Bachelor's degree in Tourism Studies from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). Upon completion of STEP including the undergraduate studies from IGNOU, you are eligible to join The Oberoi Centre of Learning and development OCLD or Oberoi Central Employment Register OCER. The application process for STEP begins in February each year. STEP takes admission through Group Discussion and Personal Interview only. There is no entrance exam for STEP. Therefore, for STEP, you need to just work on your communication skills and prepare the current affairs well. You can prepare for GD and PI with the help of YouTube videos there are numerous videos available on YouTube. Or If there is an institute in your area for GD-PI preparation, you can join that too. All the best. Check the below-mentioned link for more information: http://www.oberoigroup.com/careers/join_us/overview.htm

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Oberoi STEP 2025 Exam Centres

Oberoi STEP 2025 test centres will be released along with official notification. However, for reference purpose candidates can go through previous year's Oberoi STEP exam centres.

The interviews for admissions in Oberoi STEP 2025 will be conducted across 13 test cities. For the convenience of aspirants, there were two different Oberoi STEP 2025 exam centres for Mumbai city. The exam centres for Oberoi STEP 2025 are as mentioned below:

Agra	Bhubaneswar	Chandigarh
Chennai	Cochin	Delhi/NCR
Hyderabad	Jaipur	Kolkata
Mumbai – North	Mumbai – South	Shimla
Udaipur

Q: When will the Oberoi STEP 2025 be conducted?

The Oberoi STEP 2025 is expected to be held in the middle of the month of April next year. The registration process is expected to begin soon and will continue until April. The official website states that the selection process might start in April and continue until May. In June, results will be announced, and from the first week of July, the Sytematic Training and Education programme will start for the 2025 batch.

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