State Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, New Tehri

State Institute of Hotel Management (SIHM) New Tehri, established by the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand, is a premier hospitality education center. For the 2026 academic session, the institute continues to be a focal point for hospitality aspirants in the Himalayan region.

The institute offers programs designed to meet the evolving needs of the global hospitality industry. The most sought-after courses for 2026 include:

• B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration: A 3-year comprehensive degree covering all core departments.
• Diploma in Food Production: A 1.5-year specialized course for aspiring chefs.
• Diploma in Food & Beverage Service: Focused on restaurant management and service excellence.
• Diploma in Housekeeping: Training in accommodation operations and facility management.

Admission to the degree program is primarily through the national-level entrance exam, while diploma courses are merit-based.

• NCHM JEE 2026 Registration: February – April 2026
• NCHM JEE 2026 Exam Date: May 2026
• Counselling Process: June – July 2026
• Diploma Applications: May – July 2026

Candidates must have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject from a recognized board.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The cutoff for the B.Sc. program is determined by the NCHM JEE 2026 ranks. Expected opening and closing ranks for 2026 are:

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

The 2025 placement season saw robust recruitment from national and international hotel chains. The institute maintains a dedicated placement cell.

• Placement Percentage: 92%
• Highest Package: INR 6.5 LPA
• Average Package: INR 3.2 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Taj Hotels, The Oberoi Group, Marriott International, Hyatt, Radisson, and Domino's.
• Local Impact: Increasing recruitment from luxury resorts around Rishikesh and the Tehri Lake development area.

Financial assistance is available for deserving and underprivileged students in 2026:

• Post-Matric Scholarship: For SC/ST/OBC students of Uttarakhand as per state government norms.
• National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Access to various central government schemes for minority students.
• Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: Offered by the NCHMCT for top performers in the semester exams.

Beyond the degree, SIHM New Tehri is famous for its short-term skill development programs under the 'Hunar Se Rozgar' initiative, aimed at empowering local youth in the Garhwal region with hospitality skills.

The fee structure is regulated by NCHMCT and the State Government. Estimated fees for 2026 are:

The application process for 2026 is primarily online:

1. Visit the official NCHM JEE website for the B.Sc. program.
2. Register and fill out the application form with personal and academic details.
3. Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. For Diploma courses, apply directly through the SIHM New Tehri official website or campus office.

The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure practical learning:

• Basic Training Kitchen (BTK): For first-year students to learn fundamental culinary skills.
• Quantity Training Kitchen (QTK): Focused on mass catering and bulk cooking.
• Mock Bar & Restaurant: For hands-on training in service and mixology.
• Front Office Lab: Simulating hotel check-in and guest handling procedures.
• Hostels: Separate, safe accommodation for boys and girls with views of the hills.

The institute is organized into five primary academic departments:

• Department of Food Production
• Department of Food & Beverage Service
• Department of Accommodation Operations (Housekeeping)
• Department of Front Office Management
• Department of Nutrition and Food Science