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Top 10 Promising Hotel Management Colleges in India - 2025
India’s hotel management colleges are rapidly gaining recognition as global hubs for hospitality education. With tourism and the service sector emerging as key contributors to the Indian economy, the demand for skilled hospitality professionals has never been higher. Institutions across the country are rising to the occasion, offering world-class training that blends academic rigor with real-world experience.
From prestigious government-run Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs) to top-tier private universities and niche hospitality schools, India offers a diverse range of programs catering to students with a passion for service, leadership, and cultural fluency. These colleges cover a spectrum of disciplines—culinary arts, food and beverage service, housekeeping, front office operations, event management, and hotel administration—equipping students with both operational and managerial skills.
Many of these institutions have forged strong industry linkages, offering internships with top hotel chains, airlines, and luxury resorts. Global exposure through international tie-ups and exchange programs is becoming increasingly common, positioning graduates for success not just in India, but in hospitality markets worldwide.
Moreover, with the rise of sustainable tourism, digital guest experiences, and luxury service innovation, hotel management education in India is evolving fast to meet changing industry needs. Students are no longer trained just to serve—they are trained to lead, create, and innovate in a dynamic, people-first industry. Hotel management colleges in India today are not just producing employees—they are shaping the future leaders of the global hospitality sector.
This issue of Higher Education Review talks about some of the professionally managed colleges in the country, which has been nurtured with best technical and professional infrastructure and assistance from efficient and skilled faculties ensuring delivery of quality higher education and research. This issue spotlights a list of ‘Top 10 Promising Hotel Management Colleges in India - 2025’, the list has been crafted by a team of Industry veterans, CEOs, VCs and the Higher Education Review editorial team.
Top 10 Promising Hotel Management Colleges in India - 2025
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College |
Management |
Description |
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Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
Bangalore
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Sen Thamizhan Pram, Principal | Provides diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs in hotel management and catering technology, blending rigorous academics with extensive practical training |
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Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
New Delhi
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R K Bhandari, Principal | The institute emphasizes a blend of theoretical learning and hands-on training, supported by well-equipped facilities including training kitchens, bakery labs, front office simulators, and a studentrun cafeteria |
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Dr Narayana College of Hotel Management
Secunderabad
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S V S Pavan, Director | The institute shapes future hospitality professionals through a balanced approach of practical learning, academic guidance, and career support, helping students not only find meaningful employment but also build long-term, successful careers in the industry |
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Innocent Hearts Group of Institutions
Jalandhar
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Dr Anup Bowry, Chairman | Offers a curriculum that combines essential hospitality areas such as front office management, food production, food and beverage service, and housekeeping, alongside important subjects including hospitality marketing and more, through its Department of Hotel Management |
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Institute of Hotel Management - PUSA
New Delhi
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Kamal Kant Pant, Principal & Secretary | Offers programs in hospitality, catering, and tourism, combining rigorous academics with hands-on industry training and is known for its academic standards, innovative teaching methods, and emphasis on practical learning |
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Oriental Group of Institutions
Wayanad
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Vinu George, Principal | Known for its industryaligned curriculum and regular internship opportunities, the institute maintains placement collaborations with leading hotel chains, restaurants, and catering companies across India |
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SRM Institute of Hotel Management
Chengalpattu
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Dr. D Antony Ashok Kumar, Director | The institute is known for its industry connections, modern infrastructure, and focus on practical training, including handson learning in training kitchens, housekeeping labs, and a functional star hotel |
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Subharti College Of Hotel Management (BCSCHM)
Meerut
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Dr Indraneel Bose, Officiating HOI | Provides a wide spectrum of courses from certificate and diploma levels to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees and caters to students from diverse academic backgrounds |
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Vivekananda Global University
Jaipur
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Dr Sidharth Raju, Head of the Department (Hotel Management) | The university offers a curriculum that focuses on a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and hands-on learning, with facilities such as training kitchens, front office simulators, housekeeping laboratories, and more |
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Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration
Manipal
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Prof. Satish Jayaram, Principal | Offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in hotel management and culinary arts, known for its excellent infrastructure, strong industry partnerships, and focus on experiential learning |