The IGNOU-NCHMCT Admission scheme allows holders of a three-year NCHMCT Hotel Management Diploma to join the B.Sc. Hospitality and Hotel Administration programme at Indira Gandhi National Open University. This one-year-six-month open-learning course is designed for working professionals and fresh graduates seeking formal higher education in hospitality management. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare students for supervisory roles in hotels, resorts, and service sectors. Admission is managed through IGNOU’s open and distance learning system, offering flexibility for learners across India.

Applicants must hold a three-year Diploma in Hotel Management awarded by the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. There are no additional academic, income, or reservation criteria specified for this admission pathway. The scheme is open to all eligible diploma holders regardless of domicile, caste, or economic background.

Download the Prospectus-cum-Admission Form from the official IGNOU website. Fill in the form with required details and attach necessary documents as listed in the prospectus. Submit the completed form along with the application fee, if applicable, to the designated IGNOU centre or through the specified online portal. For clarifications, contact Prof. Kapil Kumar, Programme Coordinator, at Room No. 119, Academic Block F, School of Social Sciences, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110 068.