Faculty of Hotel Management and Catering Technology

Explore Our Hotel Management & Hospitality Programs

Our industry-driven programs are designed for every aspiring hospitality professional.

Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (DHMCT)

Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 10th Examination with English, Maths and Science subjects from a recognized board

Bachelor of Business Administration – Aviation, Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism Management

Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 12th Examination in any stream (Science/Commerce/Arts) with English subject from a recognized board.

Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)

Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 12th Examination in any stream (Science/ Commerce/Arts) with a minimum of 45% for General category (40% for SC/ST/SEBC Candidates) with English subject from a recognized board.

Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management

Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 12th Examination in any stream (Science/ Commerce/Arts) from a recognized board.

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Administration

Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 10 +2 examinations conducted by the Government of Gujarat or any other equivalent examination.

Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (MHMCT)

Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed BHMCT with minimum 55% from a recognized university.

Master of Tourism and Travel Management (MTTM)

Eligibility: Candidates who have completed a 3-years undergraduate degree (e.g., BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, or equivalent) or a 4-years UG degree without research component in the relevant or allied discipline from a recognized university, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for reserved categories), as per UGC / AICTE / Council norms.

✶ 2026-27

Get to Know More About Our Commitment to Excellence in Hotel Management & Catering Technology

At the Faculty of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, your passion for hospitality, culinary arts, and service excellence will always be nurtured. As the global hospitality industry grows and evolves, our programs are designed to equip students with the skills to lead, innovate, and thrive in dynamic environments. From mastering gourmet cuisines and learning global service standards to managing luxury hotels and planning large-scale events, our faculty blends hands-on training with academic expertise. With creativity, professionalism, and guest satisfaction at the core of everything we do, students are empowered to become future-ready hospitality leaders.

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Our Faculty of Hotel Management & Catering Technology Awards & Rankings

Centre of Excellence (CoE)

Officially designated as a Centre of Excellence by the Government of Gujarat, formally recognizes exceptional standards in academics, innovation, and research excellence.

Top 150 Universities Nationwide

Ranked among India's top 150 universities in the overall category, demonstrating comprehensive excellence across all academic parameters.

Top 50 Institutions in Impact Rankings

Parul University is committed to creating meaningful societal contributions through education, research, and community engagement.

NAAC Graded A++

Accredited with the highest grade of A++ by NAAC, affirming Parul University's unwavering commitment to maintaining superior educational standards.

What is Happening Today at The Faculty of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

Every Parul University Course Mapped to the IIMUN Hyderabad Leadership Tour Sessions: A Complete Course- Finder Guide for Students Inspired by DRDO, Saina Nehwal, IIIT Hyderabad, Microsoft, Dr Reddy’s, and MCEME.

Eleven sessions. Eleven programme mappings. If Dr Anuj Kumar Varshney’s DRDO session inspired you, the course is B.Tech ECE or M.Sc Physics. If Saina Nehwal’s discipline appeals, look at B.PEd or Sports Scholarship.

14 International Hotel Placements at 23 to 28 LPA: Why Hospitality Students From Vadodara Are Working at Scenic, Rydges, and Millennium Hotels Across New Zealand and Australia

14 B.HMCT, D.HMCT students of Parul University placed at NZ and Australia international hotel groups. Te Arai Links, Scenic Hotel Group, Rydges Hotel, Millennium Hotels, Best Western, Sudima Hotels, Hermitage, Legacy Hotels, Lake View Colonial, and Little India. Packages from 23.40 LPA to 28.06 LPA.

How Academic Learning Happens Through Events at Parul University: From Celebrity Chef Masterclasses to Student-Run Restaurants, From 20 International Professors to Supreme Court Judges, and From GATE Coaching to Startup Incubation

How learning happens at Parul University: celebrity chefs teach hotel management, 20 international professors teach in classrooms, students run 40 restaurants, law students mediate under SC judges, GATE coaching runs alongside events.

40 Student-Run Restaurant Operations at Parul University: How Students From Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Hotel Management Run Real Food Ventures With Real Revenue, Real Customers, and Real Business Challenges

Parul University’s Food Festival (VFF). 40 student run restaurant operations. Real finance, operations, inventory management exposure. BHMS, pharmacy, hotel management students, and celebrity chefs.

From Jamnagar Wedding Kitchen to a Vadodara Classroom: What Two Celebrity Chefs Taught Hospitality Students at Parul University About Storytelling, Tradition, the Chef’s Coat, Ayurveda, and India Has No Book on Its Own Food

Two celebrity chefs at Parul University: Chef Nishant Choubey (Jamnagar wedding, Khan Market restaurant, author) and Chef Manjit Singh Gill (IFCA President, 50 years, Ayurveda and food heritage). Both taught hospitality students directly.

MasterChef India Winner at Parul University: Northeast Indian Cuisine, Bhut Jolokia and Fermentation, a Live Five-Layer Chocolate Trifle Workshop, and the Advice That You Do Not Need a Professional Kitchen to Make Professional Food

Vadodara Food Festival with MasterChef India Season 7 Winner at Parul University. Northeast Indian Cuisine. Live Chocolate Trifle Workshop, No Requirement of a Professional Kitchen.

Celebrity Chefs, Hotel Management Students at Parul University: Traditional Recipes, Documenting Food Heritage, Indian Superfoods, and a Top 5 Hotel Chef Says AI Will Create More Jobs

Two celebrity chefs at Parul University: MasterChefMom on preserving heritage, documenting recipes, and Indian superfoods. Chef Ashish Bhasin (Top 5 India, cooked for President) on AI in kitchens, experimentation, and innovation.

Parul University organised, Vadodara Food Festival. 5 celebrity chefs, a MasterChef winner live class, 40 Student- Run Restaurant Operations.

Parul University’s Vadodara Food Festival (VFF). Attended by 5 celebrity chefs, including a MasterChef winner and IFCA president. A live culinary workshop and 40-student-run restaurant operations.

PU Hosts the 3rd AIU International Youth Festival 2024-25 Celebrating 100 Years of AIU, Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Shri Mansukh Mandaviya Grace the Festival as Chief Guest

PU recently hosted the 3rd AIU International Youth Festival 2024-25, an event that brought together the vibrant energy of youth and the richness of global cultures and the power of unity in diversity. Marking the centennial celebrations of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the festival is an ode to the legacy of AIU in fostering academic excellence and cultural collaboration across the globe.

PU Achieves a Remarkable Debut in Global Rankings, Ranked Among Top 50 Indian Institutions in THE Impact Rankings 2025

Vadodara-based PU has made its mark on the global academic map by registering a remarkable debut in the global rankings, earning a place in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025. THE is an assessment for evaluating universities worldwide on their efforts and contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This recognition affirms the University’s commitment to sustainability and social responsibility towards the community and makes Parul University the only university from Gujarat to be ranked in the global rankings.

When Vision Meets Value: Dr. Vikas Divyakirti Inspires Parul University

“The future belongs to those who bring meaningful change into others lifes,” shared Dr. Vikas Divyakirti , A Member of Secretariat Service and Coaching Head, Drishti IAS Coaching Institute during the I.I.M.U.N Civil Servant Tour in Delhi powered by Parul University.

Now More Than Ever, Why Is It Important for Academia to Adapt to Global Careers?

YAMAHA Corporate Services and senior leadership from JETRO (Japanese External Trade Organization) recently visited Parul University for a strategic dialogue that could reshape how we prepare students for the global workforce. This visit aimed to foster collaboration and align students with international industry standards, potentially leading to internships and placements.

When was the last time you paused and asked yourself how happy you truly are?

Such an essential yet often overlooked question was the basis of the recent program held by the INSIGHT Center of Counselling and Psychological Wellbeing, the Happiness Bootcamp – a three-day mental wellbeing journey bringing together students and faculty in the quest to discover mental health outside of the usual setting of the academic environment.

Why Are Global Companies Emphasizing Apprenticeship Programs?

In a recent campus drive, the Yokohama – Women Apprentice Pooled Campus Drive 2025, hosted at Parul University, demonstrated exactly how the creation of industry-academia partnerships can open up radical jobs in engineering.

Parul University Welcomes Malta’s Former PM Dr. Joseph Muscat for Global Leadership Dialogue and On Youth’s Role In Shaping A Resilient Future

Former Prime Minister of Malta, Dr. Joseph Muscat. Dr. Muscat addressed a gathering of young individuals through a stand-alone discussion on the subject

Beyond the Classroom with Practical Learning Tours!

From study tours to field visits, students gain first-hand insights into how the legal system operates.

A Unique Learning Experience With Flagship Hospitality Events

Learning here is a one of a kind experience which allows you to explore the dynamics of every discipline beyond the classroom with flagship events that guarantee a unique learning experience.

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CURATE – Vadodara Food Festival

Hospitality

Culinary

Food Festival

Entrepreneurship

Creativity

CURATE is the university's flagship culinary event celebrating hospitality, flavour, and creativity. Students conceptualize and execute the Vadodara Food Festival, blending classroom learning with real-world practice. The event invites chefs, entrepreneurs, and food lovers to explore diverse cuisines and culinary artistry. It serves as a platform for emerging professionals to showcase their hospitality excellence.

Placements That Shape Leading Careers Career opportunities that make you industry-ready

4-6 LPA

Average Package

2,200+

Recruiters

60* LPA

Highest Package Offered

Vedant Mehta

35 LPA

Millennium Hotels and Resorts

Priti Kumari

35 LPA

Millennium Hotels and Resorts

Shakshi Pandey

Placed

Air India

A Unique And Practical Learning Approach With Our Facilities & Resources

Learn beyond the textbooks with our State-of-the-Art Facilities: Your Path to Hospitality & Culinary Excellence At Parul University, practical training lies at the heart of our hospitality education. Through immersive learning spaces and hands-on simulations, students develop industry-ready skills that prepare them for successful careers from day one.

Mock Aircraft Cabin

Simulates in-flight experiences for hands-on training in aviation hospitality and safety procedures.

Grooming Room

Trains students in professional etiquette and personal presentation for service industries.

Demo Kitchen

A live training space where culinary concepts are demonstrated and practiced.

Front Desk Area

Recreates real hospitality environments to train in guest relations and hotel operations.

Airport Landing Arena

Provides realistic exposure to airport management and ground service protocols.

Training Restaurant & Hotel

Offers professional practice in hospitality management, operations, and service excellence.

Meet Your Distinguished Mentors & Guests

Across every sphere of knowledge, Parul University has hosted some of the world’s most distinguished thinkers and leaders. These dialogues bridge classrooms with boardrooms, laboratories with legislatures, and ideas with impact, shaping a new generation of globally aware learners.