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After 12th

Diploma in Hotel Management

Covers customer service, food production, event planning, and business operations.

Duration:1–3 Years
Eligibility:Class 12 (any stream)

Description

Covers customer service, food production, event planning, and business operations.

Graduates find opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, event companies and the hospitality sector worldwide.

Entrance Exams

NCHMCT JEE / Institute Level

National Council for Hotel Management / private institutes

NCHMCT JEE is the national entrance for IHMs; many private institutes conduct their own institute-level tests or direct admission.

Job Roles

Chef

Prepares and presents food in hotel, restaurant or banquet kitchens.

Hotel Manager

Oversees daily operations, staff and guest experience at a hotel or resort.

Event Planner

Organises and coordinates weddings, conferences and corporate events.

Salary

Fresher (0–2 yrs)

₹3,000,000 - ₹8,000,000

International hotel chains and luxury properties offer higher packages.

Mid-level (3–6 yrs)

₹8,000,000 - ₹16,000,000

Specialisation and experience significantly increase earnings.

Senior (7+ yrs)

₹16,000,000 - ₹24,000,000

Senior roles and leadership positions offer much higher packages.

Top Colleges / Institutes

  • Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs) — national chain
  • Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development
  • WGSHA, Manipal
  • Christ University, Bengaluru
  • Private hotel management institutes (state-wise)

Key Skills

Customer Service & Guest RelationsFood Production & BakeryEvent Planning & Banquet ManagementFront Office OperationsBusiness & Hospitality ManagementCommunication & Presentation

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