Hotel Management Salary in India: Per Month, Highest Salary, and Starting Salary 2025

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Hotel management salary in India ranges anywhere between INR 3,00,000 - 5,00,000 per annum. With 7+ years of experience, a professional in the field of hotel management can expect an average salary of INR 18,00,000 per annum.

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Hotel Management offers a wide range of opportunities in various areas of hotel management such as sales and marketing, food & beverage, front office, accounting, food preparation, housekeeping, etc. The hotel management sector has also seen an expansion in the tourism industry, airline companies, MNCs, etc. Read: Hotel Management Jobs

Taj Group of Hotels, Lemon Tree, Leela Group of Hotels, Marriott International, Hyatt Hotels, ITC Group of Hotels, and The Oberoi Hotels are the top recruiters that offer jobs in the field of hotel management with a great salary package. Check Out: Hotel Manager Salary in India & Abroad.

Table of Contents

Hotel Management Salary: Highlights

1.1 Hotel Management Starting Salary

1.2 Hotel Management Salary Per Month

1.3 Highest Salary in Hotel Management

Hotel Management Salary: Designation Wise
Hotel Management Salary: Course Wise

3.1 Diploma in Hotel Management Salary

3.2 Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) Salary

3.3 BSc in Hotel Management Salary

3.4 MBA in Hotel Management Salary

Hotel Management Salary: Top Companies
Hotel Management Salary: FAQs

Hotel Management Salary: Highlights

Industry	Hotel Management & Hospitality
Average Annual Salary	INR 6.00 LPA
Starting Salary	INR 17,382 - INR 19,528
Highest Salary	INR 18 LPA
Employment Areas	Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Accounting, Marketing, Financial Management, Hotels, airports
Top Recruiters	Taj Group of Hotels, Lemon Tree, Leela Group of Hotels, Marriott International, Hyatt Hotels, ITC Group of Hotels, The Oberoi Hotels, etc.

Hotel Management Starting Salary

According to AmbitionBox, the average starting salary in Hotel Management is INR 2.50 LPA.
The starting salary of a Hotel Manager is INR 3.75 LPA while the starting salary of a housekeeping supervisor is INR 3.00 LPA.

Hotel Management Salary Per Month

According to AmbitionBox, The average monthly salary of a hotel management graduate is INR 17,382 - INR 19,528.
However, with experience and a higher post, the salary will increase and hotel management graduates will draw an attractive salary.

Highest Salary in Hotel Management

According to AmbitionBox, the highest salary in Hotel Management ranges between INR 15 LPA - 25 LPA.
Michelin-star or 5 star hotels offer a much higher salary as compared to other hotel chains.

Hotel Management Salary: Designation Wise

Hotel management has several job roles which the candidate can choose according to choice and knowledge. The highest job profile in a hotel is Hotel General manager. Job roles play a crucial role in determining the salary of a candidate. Discussed below is the average salary of a candidate based on their designation.

Job Profile	Monthly Salary	Average Salary	Highest Salary
Hotel General Manager	INR 8.80 LPA	INR 70,000 - 80,000	INR 36 LPA
Head Chef	INR 5.30 LPA	INR 40,000 - 56,000	INR 18 LPA
Front Office Manager	INR 4.00 LPA	INR 29,531 - 30,852	INR 11 LPA
Catering Manager	INR 5.40 LPA	INR 41,179 - 43,326	INR 16.1 LPA
Event Planner	INR 3.93 LPA	INR 27,796 - 31,090	INR 14 LPA

Hotel Management Salary: Course Wise

The salary in the field of hotel management varies depending on the course pursued by the candidate. Diploma in Hotel Management, Bachelor of Hotel Management, BSc in Hotel Management, and MBA in Hotel Management are the popular hotel management courses that can be pursued after class 12th. The course wise job profiles with their salary are mentioned below.

Diploma in Hotel Management Salary

Diploma in Hotel management graduates can expect a starting salary of INR 1.5 LPA - 3.0 LPA. However the annual CTC increases with experience and expertise. Below listed are the job profiles with salary for Diploma in Hotel Management graduates.

Job Profile	Average Annual Salary
Hotel Manager	3.50 LPA
Food & Beverage Manager	4.93 LPA
Housekeeping Supervisor	2.20 LPA
Restaurant Manager	5.30 LPA
Front Desk Manager	2.50 LPA
Floor Manager	2.60 LPA

Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) Salary

The salary for Bachelor of Hotel Management graduates starts from INR 2.5 LPA. However, the salary also depends on many factors like specialization, skills, qualification, location, experience, etc. The candidates can work different internships related to their fields that would give them experience as well as better placements. Tabulated below are some of the top job profiles in India on which a Bachelor of Hotel Management graduate can be employed.

Job Profile	Average Annual Salary
Hotel Manager	5.50 LPA
Housekeeping Incharge	1.93 LPA
Housekeeping Supervisor	2.60 LPA
Restaurant Manager	4.30 LPA
Front Desk Manager	3.10 LPA
Floor Manager	2.60 LPA

BSc in Hotel Management Salary

BSc Hotel Management offers a wide range of opportunities for fresher as well as experienced candidates. There are a number of areas where a BSc Hotel Management candidate can be employed such as kitchen management, fast food chains, hospitality & Institutional catering, MNCs, etc. The average salary of a BSc in Hotel Management is INR 6.25 LPA. Tabulated below are some of the top job profiles in India on which a BSc Hotel Management graduate can be employed.

Job Profile	Average Annual Salary
Executive Chef/ Head Chef	9.12 LPA
General Manager	12.25 LPA
Front Office Manager	3.00 LPA
Food & Beverage Manager	5.50 LPA
Hotel Manager	6.17 LPA
Human Resource Management	5.11 LPA

MBA in Hotel Management Salary

An MBA in Hotel Management depends on a number of factors including job profile and location. Candidates passing out from top hotel management colleges can expect a starting salary of INR 3.20 LPA while candidates with experience can earn INR 5.50 LPA. The salary is dependent on a number of factors such as experience, skills, company, location, etc. Tabulated below are some of the top job profiles in India on which an MBA Hotel Management graduate can be employed.

Job Profile	Average Annual Salary
Restaurant Manager	6.50 LPA
Catering Manager	5.40 LPA
Food and Beverage Manager	6.60 LPA
General Manager	10.70 LPA
Director of Sales and Marketing	25.00 LPA
Hospitality Executive	21.00 LPA

Hotel Management Salary in Top Hotel Management Companies

There are several top hotel chains in India as well as abroad which offer the highest salary package to fresh as well as experienced candidates. Hotel management graduates can be employed in a number of areas such as academic institutions, hotels, restaurants, airlines, tourism development, etc. Tabulated below are some of the top companies in India recruiting hotel management graduates.

Name of the Company	Average Salary
Taj Groups	7.43 LPA
IHG	6.60 LPA
Ginger Hotels	5.60 LPA
Lemon Tree Hotels	4.10 LPA
Hyatt Groups	6.47 LPA
Marriott Groups	7.89 LPA
ITC Hotels	5.06 LPA
Hilton Groups	5.70 LPA
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts	8.50 LPA
The Oberoi Hotels	10.20 LPA

Hotel Management Salary: FAQs

Ques. How much will I earn as a hotel manager?

Ans. According to Ambitionbox, the average salary of a Hotel Manager in India is INR 2.5 LPA. However, it increases with experience and knowledge.

Ques. What is the highest salary in hotel management?

Ans. The highest salary which is offered is INR 28 LPA for a Hotel General Manager.

Ques. Is hotel management a good career?

Ans. Yes, the demand for hotel management is growing and is expected to grow more in recent years. With good skills and knowledge, candidates can earn a good amount of money.

Ques. How can I become a hotel manager in a 5-star hotel?

Ans. There are no such criteria for the candidates to become a Hotel Manager in a 5-star hotel. Candidates with relevant years of experience and skills along with education can work in 5-star hotels. Candidates must apply for the job.

Ques. What courses to pursue to work in hotel management?

Ans. There are various courses that the candidates can pursue in order to work in Hotel Management such as B.Sc in Hotel Management, BHM, MBA in Hotel Management, etc.

Ques. I am from the Arts field, can I pursue hotel management?

Ans. Yes, candidates from any field can pursue a course in hotel management.

Ques. What is the highest post in a hotel?

Ans. The hotel Manager or General Manager is the top post in a hotel as they are responsible for looking after the management.

Ques. What do hotel managers do?

Ans. Hotel managers are skilled professionals who look after the day-to-day activity of the hotel, manage staff, solve clients' problems and make sure they have a good stay.

Ques. In which area hotel management candidates are employed?

Ans. They can be employed in a number of areas such as educational institutes, airports, hotels, resorts, etc.

Ques. How much does an MBA in Hotel Management make?

Ans. Candidates are entitled to a salary of INR 5.50 LPA. however, it increases with the increase in experience, etc.