Varu Institute of Professional Studies Lucknow MHM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the 2-year Master of Hotel Management at VIPS Lucknow is INR 1,28,000 for the complete duration. The fee does not include hostel charges and is subject to annual revision by the institution. Eligible UP domicile students from SC, ST, OBC, or minority communities may apply for state and national scholarship schemes to substantially offset the total programme cost over the two-year period.

Ans. No entrance exam is required for admission to the Master of Hotel Management at VIPS Lucknow. Admission is conducted on a merit basis using the aggregate marks of the qualifying Bachelor’s degree. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management or a related hospitality discipline with at least 50% aggregate are eligible to apply directly without needing any national or state-level entrance test score.

Ans. The application window for the 2026-27 session is expected to open in September 2026 and close in October 2026. These dates are tentative and had not been officially notified as of August 2026. Prospective candidates should contact the VIPS Lucknow admission office directly or check the official website for confirmed dates and the complete document checklist required for a successful application submission.

Ans. Graduates of the Master of Hotel Management from VIPS Lucknow can pursue senior roles in hotel operations, food and beverage management, guest relations, event management, and resort administration. Tourism development corporations, hospitality chains, restaurant groups, and corporate catering companies recruit MHM postgraduates for managerial positions. The University of Lucknow affiliation supports eligibility for UP Tourism Department and state hospitality board administrative positions.

Ans. The Master of Hotel Management at VIPS Lucknow is affiliated with the University of Lucknow, a UGC-recognised state university. The degree is a valid postgraduate qualification for private sector hospitality employment and UP government roles. Candidates seeking employment with central government tourism bodies or planning doctoral studies should verify specific degree recognition requirements with the relevant authority before applying to the programme.

Ans. To be eligible for the Master of Hotel Management at VIPS Lucknow, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management or a related hospitality discipline from a UGC-recognised university with a minimum 50% aggregate. Graduates from other disciplines may be considered at the institution’s discretion on a case-by-case basis. No entrance exam is required. Admission is based entirely on qualifying degree aggregate marks during the notified annual application cycle.