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The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Hotel Administration (B.Sc HHA) at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Bangalore is a 3-year full-time undergraduate program offered across 6 semesters, designed to train students in all aspects of hotel and hospitality management including food production, food and beverage service, front office operations, and housekeeping. Established in 1969, IHM Bangalore is one of India's premier government-run hospitality institutes, affiliated with NCHMCT (National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology) and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The total course fee is Rs. 4,65,065 (excluding hostel), with a seat intake of 300. Admission is through the NCHMCT JEE (National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination) conducted by NTA. The program is highly popular for its strong industry connections, experienced faculty with 25+ years of industry experience, and excellent placement record with top hotel chains.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently ongoing. The NCHMCT JEE 2026 registration is open till March 25, 2026, and the exam is scheduled for April 26, 2026. Counselling is expected to begin in late May/June 2026, with classes commencing in July/August 2026.

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Ranked #4 in India by Collegedunia (2025), #5 by India Today (2025), and #3 by The Week (2025) in Hotel Management
Affiliated with NCHMCT and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) for degree award
300 seat intake with 30% seats reserved for female candidates
Mandatory 4-month industrial internship in 2nd year with stipend of Rs. 1,000 - Rs. 7,000 per month
Faculty with 25+ years of industry experience from top hotel chains
Located in the heart of Bangalore (Seshadri Road), offering excellent exposure to the city's growing hospitality sector

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02 Apr, 2026 NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam will be conducted on April 25, 2026, for admission to BSc (Hospitality & Hotel Administration). The admit cards will be released soon @exams.nta.nic.in.

IHM B.Sc (HHA) Fees

The B.Sc (HHA) program at IHM Bangalore has a total course fee of Rs. 4,65,065 (excluding hostel). The first semester fee is higher at Rs. 93,065 as it includes one-time admission, registration, and caution deposit charges. Subsequent semesters range between Rs. 74,300 and Rs. 74,550. The hostel fee for the 3-year program is Rs. 3,47,000, making the total fee with hostel Rs. 8,12,065. The caution deposit of Rs. 8,000 is fully refundable after graduation.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Total, 3 Years)	4,15,000
Caution Fee (one-time, refundable)	8,000
Other Fees (Admission, Registration, etc.)	41,965
Total Academic Fee (3 Years, excl. hostel)	4,65,065
Hostel Fee (3 Years, optional)	3,47,000
Total Fee (3 Years, with hostel)	8,12,065

Semester-wise Fee Breakup

Semester	Fee (INR)
Semester 1 (incl. one-time charges)	93,065
Semester 2	74,300
Semester 3	74,550
Semester 4	74,300
Semester 5	74,550
Semester 6	74,300
Total (6 Semesters)	4,65,065

Caution fee of Rs. 8,000 is fully refundable after final clearance and no dues.
Hostel accommodation is optional; hostel fee of Rs. 3,47,000 is for 3 years.
Examination fees are charged separately each semester (approximately Rs. 3,000 per semester) and are not included in the above fee.
IGNOU/JNU university fees are charged separately (approximately Rs. 12,500 per year) and are not included in the above fee.
Fee payment can be made in up to two installments per semester with approval from the college office.

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IHM B.Sc (HHA) Admission 2026

IHM Bangalore B.Sc (HHA) admissions for 2026-27 are currently ongoing. The NCHMCT JEE 2026 registration is open till March 25, 2026. Admission is based on the All India Rank (AIR) in NCHMCT JEE, followed by centralized online counselling conducted by NCHMCT. Seats are allotted based on rank, category, and availability. The 2025 General category closing rank was 4,565 (Round 3).

IHM Bangalore Admission Dates

Event	Date
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Application Start	December 26, 2025
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Application End	March 25, 2026
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Admit Card	April 20, 2026 (Tentative)
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Date	April 26, 2026
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Result	June 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling Round 1 Registration (Tentative)	Late May/June 2026
Seat Allotment Round 1 (Tentative)	June 2026
Seat Allotment Round 2 (Tentative)	June 2026
Seat Allotment Round 3 (Tentative)	June 2026
Classes Commence (Tentative)	July/August 2026

NCHMCT JEE Exam Details

Exam	NCHMCT JEE 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration	3 hours
Sections	English Language, Reasoning & Logical Deduction, Numerical Ability & Analytical Aptitude, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Aptitude for Service Sector
Application Fee	Rs. 950 (General/OBC); Rs. 475 (SC/ST/PwD)
Official Website	nchmjee.nta.nic.in

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board with English as a compulsory subject.
There is no minimum percentage requirement; candidates must have passed 10+2.
Candidates must have appeared in NCHMCT JEE 2026 and obtained a valid All India Rank.

Admission Process

Register and apply for NCHMCT JEE 2026 at nchmjee.nta.nic.in.
Appear for the NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam on April 26, 2026.
Check results and All India Rank on the official NTA website.
Register for NCHMCT centralized counselling and fill in college preferences (including IHM Bangalore).
Seat allotment is done in up to 3 rounds based on rank, category, and seat availability.
Report to IHM Bangalore for document verification and payment of admission fees.

IHM Bangalore: Students' Opinion

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Admission to the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) colleges in India is based on the NCHMCT JEE exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency in April, with results in May and sessions starting in July. Admission hinges on the All India Rank, and selections are made through three counseling sessions considering rank, reservation, and seat availability. IHM Bangalore is the top-ranked institution due to its experienced faculty, with each lecturer having at least 25 years in the hotel industry.

The faculty-to-student ratio is about 1:100, ensuring personalized education. The curriculum includes four subjects with both theory and practical exams. The total fee for the three-year program is approximately 3.5 to 4.5 lakh rupees, with semester fees between 55,000 to 60,000 INR. There are additional costs for IGNOU fees, uniforms, and books, with late payment charges ranging from 500 to 1,000 rupees. While the college does not offer direct scholarships, it assists students in obtaining government scholarships and provides fee waivers for toppers.

Placements are strong, with major hotel chains and retail companies like Marriott, Hilton, Taj, ITC, Oberoi, Starbucks, McDonald's, Puma, and Bata recruiting from the college. The highest salary packages range from 6 to 8 lakhs per annum, while average packages are between 3 to 4 lakhs per annum. Students begin attending placement drives from the 5th semester. Industrial internships are mandatory, occurring in the second year for four months, with stipends ranging from 1,000 to 7,000 INR per month.

The college's training cell ensures comprehensive exposure during these internships. Despite challenges posed by the pandemic, the college continues to strive for high placement rates.

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IHM B.Sc (HHA) Scholarships 2026

IHM Bangalore students can avail various government scholarships based on merit and category. The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship offers Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 20,000 per year for top performers (top 20% in 12th) with family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh. SC/ST/OBC students can avail the Post-Matric Scholarship of up to Rs. 25,000 per year through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The institute also assists students in obtaining government scholarships and provides fee waivers for toppers.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship	Top 20% in 12th, family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh	Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 20,000 per year	NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	SC/ST/OBC category, family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh	Up to Rs. 25,000 per year	State scholarship portal
INSPIRE Scholarship	Top rural performers	Rs. 5,000 per month	DST portal

Scholarships are disbursed annually; students must renew applications each year.
Annual renewal requires updated GPA/marks and progression certificate.
NRI students are not eligible for government scholarships; they may access institute-specific fee waivers up to 15% on merit.

IHM B.Sc (HHA) Placement 2026

IHM Bangalore has a strong placement record with nearly 100% placement rate for B.Sc (HHA) graduates. The institute's Training and Placement Cell conducts campus drives from October to April, with top hotel chains, QSR brands, and retail companies visiting for recruitment. Students begin attending placement drives from the 5th semester. The 6-month industrial internship in the 2nd year (with stipend of Rs. 1,000 - Rs. 7,000 per month) often converts to full-time job offers.

Placement Statistics

Placement Statistic	Details
Placement Rate	~100%
Highest Package	Rs. 12 LPA
Average Package	Rs. 4.5 LPA
Median Package	Rs. 4 LPA
Top Recruiters	Taj Hotels, Oberoi Group, Marriott International, ITC Hotels, Accor, Hilton, Radisson, Club Mahindra, McDonald's, Starbucks

IHM Bangalore B.Sc(HHA) Hospitality And Hotel Administration Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#4 out of 129 in India 2025

#1st in Bangalore

#2 in Karnataka

Indiatoday Ranking

#5 out of 79 in India 2025

#1st in Bangalore

#2 in Karnataka

The Week Ranking

#3 out of 65 in India 2025

#1st in Bangalore

#1 in Karnataka

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IHM B.Sc (HHA) FAQs

Ques. Is NCHMCT JEE mandatory for admission to IHM Bangalore B.Sc (HHA)?

Ans. Yes, NCHMCT JEE (conducted by NTA) is mandatory for admission to B.Sc (HHA) at IHM Bangalore. There is no direct admission or management quota. All seats, including reserved category seats, are filled through NCHMCT JEE counselling based on All India Rank.

Ques. What is the minimum percentage required in 12th for NCHMCT JEE and IHM Bangalore admission?

Ans. There is no minimum percentage requirement for appearing in NCHMCT JEE. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject. However, for a good rank at IHM Bangalore (General category closing rank was 4,565 in 2025 Round 3), students should prepare well for the entrance exam.

Ques. Is the hostel at IHM Bangalore on campus or off campus?

Ans. The IHM Bangalore hostel is located approximately 10 km from the college campus. The hostel provides separate accommodation for boys and girls with twin-sharing and triple-sharing rooms. Students should factor in transportation costs when planning their budget.

Ques. What is the industrial internship structure for B.Sc (HHA) at IHM Bangalore?

Ans. The 4-month industrial internship is conducted in the 2nd year of the program. Students are provided a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to apply to hotels of their choice. Stipends range from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 7,000 per month depending on the hotel. After the internship, students must submit a report and appear for a viva exam. Many students receive pre-placement offers from their internship hotels.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Sc (HHA) at IHM Bangalore and other IHM colleges?

Ans. IHM Bangalore is ranked #4 in India (Collegedunia 2025) and is one of the top government IHM colleges. Compared to IHM Mumbai (#1) and IHM Pusa (#2), IHM Bangalore offers a similar curriculum at a lower fee (Rs. 4.65 lakh vs Rs. 4.65 lakh at IHM Mumbai). Bangalore's location provides additional exposure to the city's growing hospitality and tech-driven hotel sector.

Ques. Can I get a gap year and still apply for NCHMCT JEE and IHM Bangalore?

Ans. Yes, gap years of up to 3 years are allowed. Candidates with a gap year must submit a gap certificate and an affidavit explaining the reason for the gap at the time of admission. The gap year does not affect eligibility for NCHMCT JEE or admission to IHM Bangalore.

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Garv Mandiratta

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B.Sc(HHA), Hospitality And Hotel Administration

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2024(Enrolled 2022)

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Fees and Financial Aid:

So the fee structure is 350000 for the college and the university fees goes around 12500 yearly for three years. Per semester they approximately charge us around 50000 to 60000 depends on them.the fees is pretty economical for a hotel management college

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Naitik Gupta

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Reviewed on Sep 26, 2024(Enrolled 2024)

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I paid annual fees of around 1,73,000 admission fees is 1600, enrollment fees NCHM is 3600, Enrollment fees JNU is 7850, tution fees is 135100, examination fees is 6000, Caution money is 8000, Identity Card 250, student activities 1600, internal examination fees 1000

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Neeraj Hanumant chalwadi

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Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024(Enrolled 2020)

Overall experince was good

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the fees structure was per year 1 lakh 10 thousand and 12500 extra for ignou university per year and total was 3 lakh 50 thousand somthing and ignou fees per year was 12500 which is compulsory if u will not pay this u will not get your degree the complete cost is around figure will be 5 lakh for 3 years there is a scholarships for reservation only sc st and obc the scholarships was NSP national scholarship portal the campus emplyment is nice u get jobs of very high package if you are good enough in speaking your skills its arounf 7 to 8 lakh package and collage gives interships also which was around 6000 stipends

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Aditya Kute

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B.Sc(HHA), Hospitality And Hotel Administration

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

IHM Bangalore

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In college there is Edc where students can actually learn about the hotel operations practically

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The syllabus is very old there is no change in the curriculum

Fees and Financial Aid:

The fee is comparatively less than other colleges as it is a govt college. Total fee what I invested was around 700000 approximately in which living expenses are also included. The scholarship program from state as well as center is also there for reservation students. The package I got from campus placement it was around 450000

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Sonam Singh

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B.Sc(HHA), Hospitality And Hotel Administration

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

IHM BANGALORE true review

Fees and Financial Aid:

The fee structure gradually increases from sem to sem , there is also ignou fees for every but now JNU is taking over , they accept sbi online , the cost for student for studying is per sem is approx 7k

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Sarah

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Reviewed on Jan 9, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

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The subjects that are in the syllabus ..
Course is good and diverse and lots of interesting things

Fees and Financial Aid:

For NRI students the fees is really high and we have to pay in whole for one year. There is no installments for such students. However, scholarships are provided only for low background students and not for others which makes it unfair. The chances of us getting a job is 50%

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Anonymous

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Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

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Fees and Financial Aid:

Fees is around 55-60000 per semester.there are around 6 semester.so around 3.5-4 lacs is the fee.scholarship is also available and govt. Loan is also available for the students.job you will get in hospitality sector,with package of 3.6 lac on average.

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SWAPNIL UPRETI

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Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

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Fees and Financial Aid:

I feel the fee structure is higher as per the facilities we are provided. There's no transportation facility. Maintenance is okayish. No new things provided. We have to wash our own utensils in college after cooking. I've got a job in McDonald's as an assistant restaurant manager. The package is of 3.6l per annum

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Varun T A

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Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

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Course is good because it was very easy to pass on exam and just get a degree.

Fees and Financial Aid:

Fees structure is done by nchm by central government, you will scholarship by your state government. Cost of study is good compare to private colleges. Many placement will come they offer a good job role but stipend is less compare to other courses.

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ISMAIL V NAZEER

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Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

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Fees and Financial Aid:

For my batch it was around 55000 rs per each semester in the first 2 years and when it comes to final year this went up to 70000 rs.there are some other cost other than this like uniform,university fees,exam fees etc.there is one scholarship called bonafide and most of the categories are eligible to apply for this.most of the students will get placement and they have an average salary of 40000 per annum.

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