BHMCT Kolkata: Apply now for 2026 admissions to 2 colleges

Kolkata’s hospitality education sector for 2026 features two full-time Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) colleges, offering a range of undergraduate programs. These include Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Bachelor of Hotel Management, Travel and Tourism, Bachelor in Catering and Culinary Arts, and Bachelor in Hotel Management, Catering Technology (Lateral Entry).

Admissions for these programs are currently open, with entrance examinations like IIHM eCHAT and GNIHM JET serving as the primary gateways. The hospitality industry is currently the second largest globally, driving demand for these specialisations based on placement trends, industry requirements, and career growth.

Key Institutions and Offerings

The Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM Kolkata), established in 1962 under the Ministry of Tourism and Government of India, offers programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate levels. Bachelor and Master Degrees at IHM Kolkata are jointly offered by the National Council for Hotel Management and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi. Admission to IHM Kolkata is based on merit and reservation rules, and the institute provides scholarships such as the West Bengal Student Credit Card, National Scholarship Scheme, and Post Matric Bihar Scholarship.

The Indian Institute of Hotel Management in Kolkata has also opened admissions for 2026, stating its dedication to building careers through quality education. This institution offers up to a 50% scholarship to eligible candidates. Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management (GNIHM) Kolkata is another prominent institution, which recently organized the 9th World Food Competition – 2025, involving 160 participants from 40 countries and adjudicated by 15 international judges. The competition featured four categories: International Chef Competition, International Cake Icing Competition, International Mixology Competition, and International Fruit and Vegetable Carving Competition.

Admission Process and Fee Structure

Admission to BHMCT colleges in Kolkata follows a structured process that includes entrance exams, result evaluation, and either centralised or institute-level counselling. National-level entrance exams are the primary gateway to top government BHMCT colleges. The counselling process involves choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, and final admission confirmation.

Regarding fees, mid-range BHMCT colleges, including GNIHM Kolkata, typically have fees ranging between ₹1 lakh and ₹10 lakh. Government colleges are generally more affordable than private institutions for BHMCT courses and often offer a higher Return on Investment (ROI) due to lower fees and strong placement records. Private colleges, while potentially having higher fees, often provide greater seat availability and modern infrastructure.

Career Prospects and Placements

The average salary for Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) graduates from top colleges ranges from ₹1.6 lakh to ₹28 lakh. Leading recruiters for BHMCT graduates include Hyatt, Marriott Hotels, Taj Group of Hotels, and ITC Hotels. For those pursuing Bachelor in Catering and Culinary Arts, top recruiters include Avasa Hotels, Costa Cruise, Green Park Hotels and Resorts, and Hyatt.

GNIHM Kolkata offers various international degree programs with guaranteed global internships and 100% top-quality international or national placements. These include a 3-year program for Higher Secondary (10+2) passed students, a 2-year program for graduates of any stream, and an 18-month program for 10th pass students.

Further reading

• B.Com 2026: Apply for Karnataka admissions today, Sep 19
• BHMCT 2026: Apply for Kolkata admissions via IIHM eCHAT, GNIHM JET exams

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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