Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management is one of the top private hotel management institutes in India. Established in 2005 under the JIS Group Educational Initiatives in Kolkata, GNIHM offers 7 undergraduate courses, 2 postgraduate courses, and a diploma. The courses include B.A, BBA, B.Sc, M.Sc, and MBA. Admissions to the courses are entrance based. The examination scores considered for admissions is of the All-India level Joint Entrance Test (JET), conducted by the institute itself. 

The placement rate recorded during Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management placements 2022 was 100%. Further, the highest and minimum package offered during GNIHM placements 2022 stood at INR 36 LPA and INR 2.40 LPA, respectively. Moreover, out of 100 students, 40 students received international placement offers during Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management placements 2022. The top recruiters during GNIHM placements 2022 included leading companies such as Marriot group, USA, Taj Group and Oberoi Group. In addition, students were also placed in countries such as USA, France, Malaysia and Dubai during GNIHM placements 2022.

GNIHM Kolkata Highlights

Established | Type 2005 | Private
Approved by AICTE, NCHMCT
Set by JIS Group
Affiliated MAKAUT
Courses B.A, B.Sc, BBA, BHMCT, BHSM, Diploma, MBA, and M.Sc
Admissions Criteria Entrance Based
Entrance Test JET / NCHMCT-JEE
Application Mode Offline or Online
Top Recruiters Crowne Plaza, Le Meridien, Park Inn, Starbucks, FIJI Airways, Hilton, Radisson, Taj, Millenium, etc. 
Campus Area 5 acres
Facilities Available Hostel, library, labs, computer center. gym
Official Website www.gnihm.ac.in/

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GNIHM Kolkata Awards

  • Awarded with Education Excellence 2023 award for Excellence in Placement Record and Training Facilities 
  • Awarded Top Hotel Management Institute of India by Competition Success Review 2022.
  • Awarded Best Hotel Management Institute by Education Eminence 2022

GNIHM Kolkata Courses

GNIHM Kolkata offers 7 undergraduates, 2 postgraduate and 1 diploma course. The details of the courses are mentioned below. 

Course Specialization Duration Eligibility
B.A International Hospitality and Hotel Administration
International Culinary Arts
Hospitality and Tourism Management.		 3 years 10 + 2 in any stream
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
B.B.A Advanced Hospitality and Hotel Management 10 + 2 in any stream
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
B.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration Must have passed Higher Secondary Examination along any stream.
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
BHMCT  - 4 years 10 + 2
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
BHM - 3 years 10 + 2
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
Diploma Hotel Operation
Food Production & Bakery
Accommodation Operations
Food & Beverage Services		 1.5 years Passed Grade 10 or equivalent.
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
MBA Hospitality and Hotel Administration 2 years Graduate in any stream
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE
M.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration 2 years Graduate in any stream
Selection Criteria: JET / NCHMCT JEE

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GNIHM Kolkata Admissions

Admissions to all courses are based on an All India Joint Entrance Test (JET), also called JIS Entrance Test. It is a 2-hour paper, with 120 marks. Questions are from General Knowledge, General Intelligence, and General English. There are no negative markings. The exam is to be held on 4th and 11th September. Applications are accepted online. 

Applicants who are qualified with NCHMCT-JEE can apply for direct admission. 

How to apply?

Offline method

  • Collect the application as well as the prospectus from the Guru Nanak IHM campus, or download it from the official website.
  • Payment of INR 1000 should be made by cash or cheque.
  • A Demand draft can also be made in favor of "Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management" payable at Kolkata.
  • Submit the filled up application form by post to Guru Nanak IHM campus.

Online method

  • Visit the official website of the institute. 
  • Click on Admissions > JET Examination. 
  • On the new web page, click on “Apply Online”. 
  • Click on “Application Procedure C: Apply Online”. 
  • Register yourself, and then log in with the credentials. 
  • Fill the application form.
  • Upload the required documents and pictures. 
  • Pay the application fee of INR 1000. 

Documents required

The documents required for verification purposes while reporting to the college include: 

  • Attested copies of the registration card
  • Attested copies of admit cards.
  • Mark sheet
  • Certificate of secondary and higher secondary examination.
  • Passport size photographs
  • Character certificate.
  • Transfer certificate.

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GNIHM Kolkata Placements

Guru Nanak IHM has an impressive placement record and has a 100% placement record, with national and international recruiters with 1000 students placed in USA and 1500 students in Dubai. Some of the recruiters who had taken part in the GNIHM placement drive include:

Crowne Plaza Le Meridien Park Inn
Radisson Taj Starbucks
Ramada Group of Hotels Millenium FIJI Airways
United Bank of India Leela Group of Hotels Hilton

GNIHM Kolkata Facilities

Some of the facilities provided by the institute include: 

  • Hostel: GNIHM has got 2 hostels for both boys as well as girls which are located within the college premises. The residential facilities are well equipped with adequate resources that ensure comfortable and hygienic living standards of students. Full-time boarding is also provided to students seven days a week along with 4 meals a day.
  • Seminar Hall: A seminar hall is available with modern furnishing. The acoustics has also been well-built in order to conduct paper presentations, workshops, debate, intercollegiate competitions as well as guest lectures.
  • Computer lab: GNIHM contains a Computer Lab which consists of 40 open access computers. The Internet is available to the students during college hours. 
  • Library: The library consists of a collection of over 6000 books. There are also general and trade journals, as well as a variety of skill-oriented audio-visual training cassettes.
  • Gym: The college has a well-equipped gym to ensure the physical and mental well-being of students.
  • Healthcare:  The campus has a medical center with a qualified physician and trained nurse to treat staff, students, and residents of the campus without charging them.

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GNIHM Kolkata Faculty

The institute has a well experienced and highly qualified faculty. They are determined to provide adequate knowledge and skills. The institute has a total of 22 professors along with various departments with many years of experience. Many professors are graduates from the top-notch universities in the US, UK, and Germany. The faulty comprises of: 

  • 3 senior lecturers
  • 11 Lecturers
  • 1 assistant professor

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GNIHM Kolkata FAQs

Ques. Which are the international universities GNIHM has tie-ups with?

Ans.  The universities that GNIHM Kolkata has tie-ups include the American Hospitality Academy World Campus, Dublin Institute of Technology, Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management Dubai, Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality, Kyoshin Language Academy Japan, Red Fort organization, and many others.

Ques. How do we contact GNIHM Kolkata for any inquiries?

Ans. The mailing address of the college is 157/F, Nilgunj Road, Panihati, Near Sodepur Railway Station, Kolkata- 700114. You can also contact them at 98361 06964 or email them at info@gnihm.ac.in.

Ques. Where can I give GNIHM JET?

Ans. The centers where JET is conducted include Kolkata, Patna, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Kochi, Chandigarh, and Raipur.

Ques. What is the pattern of JET?

Ans. JET is a 120 minutes ( 2 hours) written test with 115 Multiple Choice Questions and five brief descriptive type questions. The maximum marks is 150. Questions are generally from English, Aptitude, General Knowledge & current affairs.

Ques. How do I get a JET to admit card?

Ans. The admit card will be emailed to you after your application form has been submitted and received. You can download it from your inbox.