Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology [BHMCT]

NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur offers a four-year Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology through the NSHM Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management, affiliated to MAKAUT and AICTE-approved. NSHM is ranked 2nd among private hotel management colleges in India. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 scores with no entrance exam required. Total course fees are INR 4.80 Lakhs for four years. Graduates pursue careers in hotels, resorts, airline catering, event management, and food and beverage operations.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).

NSHM Durgapur BHMCT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
1st Year Fees	INR 1,20,000
2nd to 4th Year Fees (3 years)	INR 3,60,000
Total Fees	INR 4,80,000

• Hostel accommodation is optional and billed separately.
• Apply at dgpadmission.nshm.com with an application fee of INR 1,500.

NSHM Durgapur BHMCT Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Submission Closes	August 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	October 2026 (Tentative)

• BHMCT admission is merit-based on Class 12 scores followed by a counsellor interaction on campus.
• An aptitude and personality assessment may also be conducted as part of BHMCT selection.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 from any stream and any recognised board with English as a compulsory subject
• No specific subject restriction. Students from Science, Commerce, and Arts are all eligible
• Appearing candidates in Class 12 in 2026 may apply provisionally pending their result

Admission Process

• Register at dgpadmission.nshm.com and pay the INR 1,500 application fee
• Submit Class 12 marksheet for merit evaluation by the admissions team
• Attend a counsellor interaction and aptitude assessment session on campus
• Receive selection confirmation by email based on merit and assessment performance
• Complete document verification including Class 12 certificate and transfer certificate
• Pay the first-semester fee online to secure the admission and confirm the seat

✓ Opt for this if

• You want hotel management from a nationally ranked private hospitality institution
• You aim for careers in luxury hotels, airlines, or food and beverage management
• No entrance exam is required and admission is purely merit-based
• Total fees under INR 5 Lakhs fit your budget for a 4-year professional degree

✗ Skip if

• You prefer a government IHM for central sector hotel placements and lower fees
• You want a hotel management college in a major hospitality hub like Mumbai or Delhi
• You need international exchange programmes with global hotel management schools

NSHM Durgapur BHMCT Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Asha Jyoti Scholarship	Up to 50% fee rebate	Merit-cum-means basis for first-round admissions only
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (SVMCM)	INR 1,500 to INR 5,000 per month	West Bengal domicile with academic merit and income limit
Aikyashree Scholarship	INR 22,000 to INR 33,000 per year	Minority community students in West Bengal
AICTE-Pragati Scholarship	INR 50,000 per year	Girl students in AICTE-approved technical programmes

• State scholarships are applied for through the official WB scholarship portal.
• WB Student Credit Card Scheme offers up to INR 10 Lakhs loan at 4% annual interest.

NSHM Durgapur BHMCT FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for BHMCT at NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. The total fee for the four-year BHMCT programme at NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur is INR 4,80,000. The first year fee is INR 1,20,000 and the remaining three years total INR 3,60,000. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately. The Asha Jyoti Scholarship can provide up to 50% fee rebate for merit-cum-means eligible students who confirm admission in the first round at dgpadmission.nshm.com.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BHMCT admission at NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. No national-level entrance exam is required for BHMCT admission at NSHM Durgapur. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 scores, followed by a counsellor interaction and aptitude assessment at the campus. Students from any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) are eligible. They can register at dgpadmission.nshm.com, book a campus visit for the assessment session, and receive selection confirmation by email after merit evaluation.

Ques. Is NSHM Durgapur BHMCT ranked among hotel management colleges?

Ans. Yes, NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur is ranked 2nd among private hotel management colleges in India. The NSHM Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management is AICTE-approved and affiliated to MAKAUT. NSHM has over 29 years of experience in hospitality education and maintains industry partnerships across hotels, airlines, and catering organisations for student internships and placement.

Ques. What career roles are available after BHMCT from NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. BHMCT graduates from NSHM Durgapur can work as Hotel Manager, Front Office Executive, Food and Beverage Manager, Housekeeping Supervisor, Event Coordinator, Chef, Catering Manager, and Airline Hospitality Associate. Opportunities exist in luxury and business hotels, airline catering, cruise lines, event management firms, restaurant chains, and tourism companies. Graduates may also pursue MBA in Hospitality Management or international certifications for senior roles.

Ques. Can students from Arts or Commerce stream apply for BHMCT at NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. Yes, BHMCT at NSHM Durgapur is open to students from all streams including Science, Commerce, and Arts. The only requirement is that English was a subject in Class 12. Unlike B.Tech programmes, BHMCT does not require Mathematics or Science. Students appearing in Class 12 board exams in 2026 can apply provisionally and complete their admission after results are declared at dgpadmission.nshm.com.

Ques. What practical training facilities are available for BHMCT students at NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. NSHM Durgapur provides BHMCT students with practical training facilities including mock hotel setups, food production laboratories, bakery and confectionery units, and front office simulation rooms. The programme includes mandatory industrial training in hotels and catering organisations, giving students real-world exposure in operations, customer service, and kitchen management. NSHM’s industry network of over 500 partners facilitates hotel internship placements for BHMCT students.