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BHM / B.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration

Hotel management degrees train students in the operations and business of hospitality — front office, food production, food and beverage service, housekeeping and management — with industrial training in hotels.

3 min read · Last reviewed 26 September 2026

Duration
3–4 years
Eligibility
Class 12 in any stream (English often required)
Admission
NCHM JEE (IHMs), university tests
Training
Industrial training in hotels

Course overview

See Hotel Management Professional and NCHM JEE (Hotel Management Entrance).

Who this course may suit

  • Students who enjoy service and people

Eligibility

  • Class 12 with English, as per institution rules

Entrance exams and admission

ExamUsed forNotes
NCHM JEEB.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration at Institutes of Hotel Management

Exam names, patterns, eligibility and participating institutions change. Check the official notification for the current year.

What you will study

Typical structure — varies by university
YearTypical subjects
Year 1Food production, F&B service, front office, housekeeping basics
Year 2Industrial training, advanced operations, hotel accounts
Year 3Hospitality management, marketing, HR, specialisation

Skills you will develop

  • Guest service
  • Food production
  • Operations management

Where the course is offered

Institutes of Hotel Management and private universities.

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Indicative fees

Government IHMs are moderate; private institutes commonly charge more.

Fees differ widely between government, aided, private and deemed institutions, and change every year. Any figures here are broad indications only — check each institution's official fee notice, and ask about scholarships and fee waivers.

Career options after the course

Hotel Management Professional

Hospitality careers.

Higher-study options

  • MBA/MHM in hospitality
  • Culinary specialisations

Advantages of this course

  • Open to all streams
  • International mobility

Challenges to consider

  • Shift work
  • Modest starting pay

Is this course a good fit for you?

It may suit you if…

  • You enjoy serving people

It may be harder if…

  • You want fixed office hours

Similar courses to compare

  • BBA
  • Culinary arts

Frequently asked questions

Is NCHM JEE compulsory?

For IHMs, yes; many universities have their own tests.

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