Ashok Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Ashok Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management, established in 1974, is located in New Delhi, India. This pioneering institution operates as a Public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. The institute has carved a distinctive niche in hospitality and tourism education, being one of the first institutes in India dedicated exclusively to hospitality management education. Ashok Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management is recognised by the Ministry of Tourism and affiliated with Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) for select programmes. The institute offers comprehensive education across Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Certificate programmes in hospitality management, culinary arts, bakery and confectionery, food and beverage service, and tourism management. With state-of-the-art training kitchens, front office labs, housekeeping training facilities, and mock restaurant setups, the institute provides hands-on practical training alongside theoretical knowledge. Admission to various programmes is conducted through entrance examinations and merit-based selection processes. The institute has consistently maintained strong industry connections, facilitating excellent placement opportunities for students across luxury hotels, cruise lines, airlines, tourism companies, and hospitality chains both in India and internationally. Ashok Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management emphasises holistic development through personality development sessions, communication skills training, foreign language courses, and extensive industrial training to prepare students for global hospitality careers.