Master of Tourism and Travel Management [MTTM]
About Master of Tourism and Travel Management [MTTM]
Bengal Institute of Technology and Management (BITM), Santiniketan, West Bengal, offers a 2-year Master of Tourism and Travel Management (MTTM) affiliated to MAKAUT, West Bengal. The programme covers destination management, travel agency management, tourism marketing, sustainable tourism, and international tourism across four semesters, with industry exposure in the heritage tourism belt of Santiniketan. Total fees are INR 1,30,000 (INR 65,000 per year). Admission is through JEMAT or MAT score.
📋 Admission Status: MTTM admissions at BITM Santiniketan for 2026-27 are based on JEMAT or MAT score. Apply at bitm329.in and monitor the MAKAUT counselling schedule for MTTM seat allotment.
Key Points
- 2-year MTTM affiliated to MAKAUT, West Bengal, AICTE-approved.
- Total fees INR 1,30,000 for two years.
- Admission via JEMAT or MAT score at Santiniketan campus.
- Covers destination management, travel operations, and tourism marketing.
- Strong industry linkage with West Bengal tourism sector.
BITM MTTM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | INR 65,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | INR 65,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,30,000 |
- Total fees INR 1,30,000 for the 2-year MTTM programme.
- MAKAUT examination and registration fees are charged separately each semester.
- Hostel charges are optional and billed separately from tuition fees.
BITM MTTM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEMAT 2026 Exam | June 22, 2026 |
| JEMAT (WBJEEB) Registration End | June 22, 2026 |
| JEMAT 2026 Result | July 2026 |
| JEMAT (WBJEEB) Exam Date | July 2026 |
| BITM MTTM Admission (Expected) | July to August 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MAT (AIMA) Registration End | May and September 2026 |
| JEMAT (WBJEEB) Result | Graduation 50% marks. WB state PG management entrance. Primary route. |
| MAT (AIMA) Exam Date | Score valid 1 year |
| MAT (AIMA) Result | Graduation 50% marks. Accepted for MTTM admission. |
- Admission is through JEMAT or MAT score.
- Confirm MTTM admission schedule and documents at bitm329.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates). Graduates in tourism, hospitality, commerce, arts, or science streams are all eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have a valid JEMAT 2026 or MAT score. JEMAT is conducted by WBJEEB and is the primary entrance for MAKAUT-affiliated postgraduate management programmes in West Bengal.
- Final-year graduation students awaiting results may apply provisionally, subject to meeting the 50% eligibility criterion on declaration of results.
Admission Process
- Appear in JEMAT 2026 (wbjeeb.nic.in) on June 22, 2026, or obtain a valid MAT score before applying to BITM for MTTM admission.
- After JEMAT results (expected July 2026), apply at bitm329.in and submit your entrance score, graduation marksheets, and other required documents to the BITM admissions office.
- BITM shortlists candidates based on entrance score and academic record. Shortlisted candidates are informed for document verification at the BITM campus in Santiniketan.
- Attend document verification at the BITM admissions office and bring all original certificates including graduation degree, marksheets, transfer certificate, and entrance scorecard.
- Pay the first-year fee of INR 65,000 and complete MAKAUT university enrolment formalities to confirm MTTM admission at BITM Santiniketan.
✓ Opt for this if
- Tourism graduates targeting West Bengal heritage tourism careers
- Students valuing Santiniketan heritage campus for tourism studies
- JEMAT qualifiers seeking affordable MTTM near Santiniketan
- Budget-conscious PG aspirants in tourism and travel management
- Students from WB tourism, hospitality, or commerce background
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting luxury hotel chains needing metro-city brand
- Candidates with high JEMAT rank able to access top tourism colleges
- Students needing strong national hospitality placement network
- Those requiring large campus with urban industry linkages
- Students targeting national or international tourism research roles
BITM MTTM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| BITM Merit Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Students with 80% or above in qualifying exam. See bitm.org.in |
| BITM Need-Based Scholarship (income below INR 2.5 lakh) | INR 30,000 per year | Family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum. Apply at admissions office. |
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (WB Govt) | As per government norms | 75% or above in qualifying exam. Apply via WB scholarship portal. |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government) | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC/EBC students. Apply at scholarships.gov.in. |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per government norms | Minority and eligible categories. Apply at scholarships.gov.in. |
- Confirm scholarship eligibility at the BITM admissions office.
- Apply for WB scholarships via the official WB scholarship portal.
- SC/ST/OBC students should apply at scholarships.gov.in.
BITM MTTM FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MTTM at BITM Santiniketan?
Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MTTM at BITM Santiniketan is INR 1,30,000 (INR 65,000 per year). MAKAUT examination fees are charged separately each semester. Hostel charges, if availed, are billed separately.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for MTTM at BITM Santiniketan?
Ans. MTTM admission at BITM Santiniketan requires a valid JEMAT 2026 or MAT score. JEMAT is conducted by WBJEEB and is the primary route for MAKAUT-affiliated postgraduate management programmes. Candidates should apply at bitm329.in after JEMAT results are declared.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MTTM at BITM Santiniketan?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST). A valid JEMAT 2026 or MAT score is required. Final-year students may apply provisionally pending declaration of results.
Ques. Which university is BITM Santiniketan affiliated to for MTTM?
Ans. The MTTM programme at BITM Santiniketan is affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal. The institution is also listed under College Code 329 with WBJEEB. Graduates receive a MAKAUT MTTM degree on successful completion of all four semesters.
Ques. What are the career options after MTTM from BITM Santiniketan?
Ans. MTTM graduates from BITM Santiniketan are prepared for careers as tour managers, travel consultants, destination management professionals, hotel and resort managers, and tourism marketing executives. West Bengal’s rich heritage tourism circuit covering Santiniketan, Bishnupur, and Darjeeling provides strong regional placement opportunities for MTTM graduates.
Ques. Why study MTTM in Santiniketan?
Ans. Santiniketan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of West Bengal’s premier heritage tourism destinations, making it an ideal location for tourism management education. BITM students benefit from proximity to cultural and rural tourism sites, providing practical industry exposure alongside the MAKAUT-affiliated classroom curriculum.