I H M Hospital Kottayam

I H M Hospital Kottayam, officially known as the Institute of Hotel Management, Kottayam, is a premier hospitality education institution located in Kottayam, Kerala. Established in 1964, the institute operates under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, and is affiliated with the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT). The institution holds the distinction of being one of the oldest hotel management institutes in South India and maintains Public status as a Central government-supported institution. The institute is recognized by AICTE and accredited by NAAC with a B+ grade, reflecting its commitment to quality education in hospitality management. The institute offers a comprehensive range of programmes across multiple levels, including Diploma Programmes, Certificate Programmes, and Undergraduate Programmes in various specializations of hotel management, culinary arts, food production, food and beverage service, housekeeping, bakery and confectionery, and hospitality administration. Admission to the institute is primarily conducted through the NCHM JEE (National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination), which is mandatory for Undergraduate programmes. For Diploma and Certificate programmes, the institute conducts its own entrance tests or admits students based on merit. The institute has consistently maintained strong industry connections, ensuring excellent placement opportunities for students with leading hospitality brands across India and internationally. With a focus on practical training and industry exposure, I H M Hospital Kottayam has established itself as a centre of excellence in hospitality education.