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The M.Sc. in Hospitality Administration (M.Sc. HA) at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Bangalore, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) and recognised by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi. The programme is designed for hospitality graduates seeking to advance into senior management and leadership roles in the hospitality industry. It covers advanced topics in hospitality management, strategic management, financial management, human resources, research methodology, and hospitality law. The total course fee is Rs 2,98,815 for the 2-year programme, with a seat intake of 50 students. The programme is delivered in full-time on-campus mode and is one of the most prestigious postgraduate hospitality management programmes in India.

Admissions for the 2026-28 batch are open. Admission is through NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026, conducted by NTA. The registration window for NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 is tentatively open from March 1, 2026 to May 16, 2026, with the exam scheduled on May 26, 2026 (Tentative). Counselling and seat allotment will follow the declaration of results.

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Government institution under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Degree recognised by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi
Seat intake of 50 students for M.Sc. HA
Designed for hospitality graduates seeking senior management roles
Admission through NCHM M.Sc. JEE conducted by NTA
Strong placement record with highest package of Rs 8 LPA

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IHM M.Sc. HA Fees

The M.Sc. HA programme at IHM Bangalore has a total course fee of Rs 2,98,815 for the 2-year (4-semester) programme. The first year fee is Rs 1,53,765 which includes one-time admission and registration charges, while the second year fee is Rs 1,45,050. The caution fee of Rs 5,000 is refundable at the end of the programme.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs)	Year 2 (Rs)	Total (Rs)
Tuition Fee	1,26,000	1,37,200	2,63,200
Admission Fee (one-time)	1,800	-	1,800
Registration / Enrollment Fee (one-time)	10,215	-	10,215
Exam Fee	5,000	5,000	10,000
Caution Fee (one-time, refundable)	5,000	-	5,000
Other Fee	2,900	-	2,900
Student Activities / Identity Card	2,850	2,850	5,700
Total Fees	1,53,765	1,45,050	2,98,815

Caution fee of Rs 5,000 is refundable at the end of the programme.
Hostel fee is charged separately and is not included in the above total.
Fee structure is set by NCHMCT/Government of India and is subject to revision.

IHM M.Sc. HA Admission 2026

Admission to M.Sc. HA at IHM Bangalore is through NCHM M.Sc. JEE conducted by NTA, followed by centralised counselling by NCHMCT. The 2026-28 batch admissions are open. Candidates must register for NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 on the NTA portal and appear for the exam.

IHM Bangalore M.Sc. HA Admission Dates

Event	Date
NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 Registration Opens	March 1, 2026 (Tentative)
NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 Registration Closes	May 16, 2026 (Tentative)
NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 Exam Date	May 26, 2026 (Tentative)
NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 Result	June 1, 2026 (Tentative)
NCHMCT Counselling and Seat Allotment	June - July 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Hotel Administration (B.Sc. HHA) or equivalent from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks
Candidates from other hospitality-related disciplines may also be eligible; refer to the official NCHMCT notification for details
Valid score in NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 conducted by NTA

Admission Process:

Register for NCHM M.Sc. JEE 2026 on the NTA portal (exams.nta.nic.in/nchm-jee)
Download admit card and appear for the exam
Check results on the NTA/NCHMCT portal
Register for NCHMCT centralised counselling on nchmcounselling.nic.in
Pay counselling registration fee
Fill in college and course preferences
Accept seat allotment and pay seat acceptance fee
Report to IHM Bangalore with original documents for admission

IHM M.Sc. HA Scholarships 2026

IHM Bangalore students can avail government scholarships available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and state government schemes.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
National Scholarship for PG Studies (UGC)	First-time PG students under 30 in UGC-recognised full-time programmes	Rs 10,000 per year or Rs 15,000 per month
State Government Scholarships	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students as per state norms	Varies by state

Students must maintain minimum 50% marks and 75% attendance to retain scholarships.
Applications are made through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

IHM M.Sc. HA Placement 2026

IHM Bangalore M.Sc. HA graduates are placed in senior management and leadership roles in the hospitality industry. The college's placement cell facilitates campus recruitment by leading hotel chains.

Placement Statistics

Placement Statistic	Details
Highest Package	Rs 8 LPA
Average Package	Rs 4 - 6 LPA
Top Recruiters	Taj Hotels, Marriott, ITC Hotels, Hyatt, Oberoi, and other leading hospitality brands

IHM M.Sc. HA FAQs

Ques. Is NCHM M.Sc. JEE mandatory for admission to M.Sc. HA at IHM Bangalore?

Ans. Yes, admission to M.Sc. HA at IHM Bangalore is through NCHM M.Sc. JEE conducted by NTA, followed by centralised counselling by NCHMCT. There is no direct admission for this programme.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc. HA at IHM Bangalore?

Ans. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Hotel Administration (B.Sc. HHA) or equivalent from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Candidates from other hospitality-related disciplines may also be eligible; refer to the official NCHMCT notification for the current year.

Ques. What is the seat intake for M.Sc. HA at IHM Bangalore?

Ans. IHM Bangalore has a seat intake of 50 students for the M.Sc. HA programme, distributed across General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD categories as per government reservation norms.

Ques. What are the career options after M.Sc. HA from IHM Bangalore?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Hotel General Managers, Revenue Managers, F&B Directors, Rooms Division Managers, Hospitality Consultants, and Hospitality Educators. The M.Sc. HA degree from a government IHM is highly valued by the hospitality industry for senior management roles.

Ques. Can I pursue a Ph.D. after M.Sc. HA from IHM Bangalore?

Ans. Yes, the M.Sc. HA degree from IHM Bangalore is recognised by JNU, New Delhi. Graduates can pursue Ph.D. programmes in Hospitality Management or related fields from JNU or other recognised universities.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for M.Sc. HA students at IHM Bangalore?

Ans. Yes, IHM Bangalore provides on-campus hostel facilities for M.Sc. HA students subject to availability. Hostel fees are charged separately. Students are advised to contact the college directly for current hostel fee details.

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