Program Overview
Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (BHMCT)
The Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (BHMCT) is a prestigious four-year vocational degree that educates and trains aspirants to acquire professional skills essential for success in the hospitality industry. The program spans four years divided into eight semesters, focusing on management techniques, processes, and methods used in hotel and hospitality businesses.
Students gain extensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for careers in the hospitality sector or for launching their own catering ventures. The curriculum covers food production, food & beverage service, front office operations, housekeeping, hospitality management, communication skills, and entrepreneurship development.
Eligibility Criteria
Mandatory Disclosure
AICTE approvals, compliance norms & statutory committees
GNIHM is approved by AICTE — the statutory body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India — to conduct the Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (BHMCT) program. The institution consistently meets all AICTE standards for infrastructure, qualified faculty, academic curriculum, and student facilities.
- Infrastructure meets AICTE prescribed norms
- Faculty qualifications & student-faculty ratio compliant
- Curriculum aligned with national hospitality education standards
- Training kitchens & laboratory facilities fully equipped
- Grievance redressal mechanism in place
- Anti-ragging policy & student welfare measures enforced
- Annual financial audit & fee disclosure compliant
- Mandatory Disclosure updated on AICTE portal
All mandatory documents as required by AICTE and State University regulations are available below. Documents are updated annually to reflect current institutional status.
Course Fees
Semester-wise fee structure — BHMCT
| Semester | Academic Year | Period | Fee Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sem 1 | Year 1 | Jul – Dec | ₹1,35,000 |
| Sem 2 | Year 1 | Jan – Jun | ₹60,000 |
| Sem 3 | Year 2 | Jul – Dec | ₹50,000 |
| Sem 4 | Year 2 | Jan – Jun | ₹50,000 |
| Sem 5 | Year 3 | Jul – Dec | ₹50,000 |
| Sem 6 | Year 3 | Jan – Jun | ₹50,000 |
| Sem 7 | Year 4 | Jul – Dec | ₹55,000 |
| Sem 8 | Year 4 | Jan – Jun | ₹50,000 |
| Total Course Fee | ₹5,00,000 | ||
Infrastructure & Facilities
State-of-the-art learning environment designed for hospitality excellence
Smart Training Kitchens
1 Basic + 1 Advanced + 1 Quantity Kitchen. Spacious, well-ventilated, with separate zones for washing, cutting, cooking, and storage ensuring hygienic food preparation.
Computer Centre
40 open-access computers with full internet access, subject-specific software, PMS software for Front Office training, and web-based learning resources available during college hours.
Communication Laboratory
State-of-the-art language lab with acoustic technology — the only such advanced facility among hotel management colleges in Eastern India. Enhances English, French, and communication skills.
Library & Information Centre
Over 6,000 books across 516 titles, managed with Libsys software. Includes trade journals, AH&MA audio-visual training cassettes, digital resources, and general reading materials.
Training Restaurants & Bar
1 Basic Training Restaurant + 1 Advanced Restaurant with fully operational bar. Also includes a cafeteria, staff dining room, and student dining area for live service practice.
Rooms Division Labs
Fully equipped housekeeping lab, laundry, linen room, and 3 model guest rooms: twin bedded, double bedded, and suite room — all for hands-on operational training.
Seminar Hall & Multipurpose Hall
Modern seminar hall with acoustic furnishing for paper presentations, workshops, debates, and guest lectures. Multipurpose hall with 250-seat capacity for events and ceremonies.
Hostel & Recreation
Separate boys and girls hostels on campus with 24-hour security and hostel wardens. Full boarding 7 days/week with 4 meals daily. Football & cricket grounds, multi-gym, indoor games, board room, and sick room.
Faculty & Staff
Experienced educators and industry professionals
| Name | Designation / Department | Contact |
|---|---|---|
Prof. (Dr.) Pralay Ganguly |
Principal |
📞 94330 35584 ✉ principal_gnihm@jisgroup.org |
Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Ghosh |
Vice-Principal |
📞 98361 06964 ✉ jayanta.hm@jisgroup.org |
Anurupa Pal |
Asst. Registrar & Asst. Professor, Business Communication |
📞 70033 16154 ✉ anurupa_adminl@jisgroup.org |
Arijit Sengupta |
Programme Head (MAKAUT) & Asst. Professor, Accommodation Operations |
📞 93304 85672 ✉ arijit.sengupta@gnihm.ac.in |
Avijit Ray |
Asst. Professor, Food Production & Culinary Arts |
📞 98309 57636 ✉ avijit.ray@gnihm.ac.in |
Dr. Sudipta Kumar Pal |
Associate Professor, Front Office & Tourism Studies |
📞 98313 64364 ✉ skpal@jisgroup.org |
Biswajit Das |
Asst. Professor, Food & Beverage Service |
📞 79807 50064 ✉ biswajit.das@jisgroup.org |
Ankan Basu |
Asst. Professor, Food & Beverage Service |
📞 84440 77065 ✉ ankanbasu1971@jisgroup.org |
Sanchari Sikdar |
HOD, Rooms Division |
📞 98302 13552 ✉ sikdar.sanchari@jisgroup.org |
Mainak Ghosh |
Asst. Professor, Computer |
📞 90074 44596 ✉ mainak.ghosh@gnihm.ac.in |
Maitrayee Kundu |
Asst. Professor, Nutrition & Food Science |
📞 94774 54606 ✉ maitrayeekundugnihm@gmail.com |
Dyuti Ghosh |
Asst. Professor, Rooms Division |
📞 80175 34628 ✉ dyuti.ghosh@gnihm.ac.in |
Dr. Barnali Dey |
Associate Professor (In-charge), Management Studies |
📞 62975 52465 ✉ barnali.dey@gnihm.ac.in |
Bidisha Kanjilal |
Asst. Professor, Food & Beverage Service |
📞 89849 11820 ✉ bidisha.kanjilal@gnihm.ac.in |
Angshuman Gomes |
Asst. Professor, Food Production |
📞 99036 53698 ✉ angshuman.gomes@gnihm.ac.in |
Amitava Majumdar |
Asst. Professor, F&B Service & Training & Placement Officer |
📞 78724 83722 ✉ amitava.majumder@gnihm.ac.in |
| Name | Designation | Phone |
|---|---|---|
Prasanta Kumar Paul | Office Supervisor | 📞 98303 36578 |
Rupali Chatterjee | Librarian | 📞 98309 95191 |
Santu Singh | Lab In-Charge | 📞 79806 69500 |
Sonali Paul | Asst. Accountant | 📞 98366 77362 |
Sayan Das | Asst. Accountant | 📞 70034 23904 |
Aniruddha Das | Accountant | 📞 98315 73195 |
Samarpita Ray | Exam Cell Executive | 📞 90622 62273 |
Rahul Sanyal | Admission Executive | 📞 89108 21102 |
Our Recruiters
150+ companies across India and worldwide participate in campus placements
Leading hospitality brands including Taj Group, Oberoi, Marriott, Hilton, ITC, and many more recruit our graduates for positions across India and internationally. Our placement record reflects decades of industry trust and alumni excellence.
International Opportunities
Study abroad, work-study programs, and PR visa pathways
Study & Work Programs
- American Hospitality Academy — USA
- Technological University Dublin — Ireland
- University of Greenwich — UK
- University of Sunderland — UK
- London School of Business — Singapore
Global Partnerships & PR
- Salford College — Australia
- Niagara College — Canada
- Synergy University — Dubai, UAE
- Tourismusschule Klessheim — Austria
- PR Visa pathways facilitated