IIAS School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Overview

Official Name: IIAS School of Hotel and Tourism Management
Common Short Name: IIAS SHTM Goa
Type: Private Institution
Year Established: 2002
Campus Location: Panaji, Goa, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- Affiliated to Goa University (Goa University)
- Approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) (AICTE)
- Recognized by Ministry of HRD, Government of India
- No NAAC accreditation found as of 2024-06 from official NAAC portal (NAAC)
Official Website: https://www.iiasindia.com/

Founder: Mr. Victor Menezes
Principal: Dr. Meera Menezes (as per official site)
Approximate Student Population: 300+ students
Departments/Faculties: School of Hotel and Tourism Management
Contact:
- Phone: +91-832-2429099
- Email: admissions@iiasindia.com
- Address: Dr. Dada Vaidya Road, Panaji, Goa - 403001
NAAC Grade: Not accredited as of 2024
Ranking Mentions: No NIRF ranking found as of 2024

Faculty: Hotel and Tourism Management
Popular Courses:
- Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) - UG, 4 years, Regular
- Master of Tourism Management (MTM) - PG, 2 years, Regular
- Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism - 1 year, Regular
- Certificate courses in Food & Beverage Service, Front Office Management - short-duration
Course Mode: Regular (on-campus)
Intake: Approx. 60 students per academic year

Admission Modes: Merit-based on 12th class aggregate marks, Institute's own entrance test, and direct admission through management quota
Accepted Entrance Exams: No national level entrance exam mandatory, institute conducts own test and interviews
Admission Timeline: Applications open from April to July annually; classes commence in August/September (Admissions page)
Application Process:
1. Visit the official admissions portal
2. Fill online application form and upload required documents
3. Pay application fee online or submit demand draft at campus
4. Appear for institute's admission interview/test (if applicable)
5. Receive admission offer and complete fee payment
6. Offline applications accepted by visiting campus or sending postal application

BHMCT (UG): 10+2 from a recognized board with minimum 45% aggregate marks; Science/Commerce/Arts streams eligible
MTM (PG): Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks
Diploma & Certificate: 10th or 12th pass depending on course
Age Limit: No formal age restriction for Indian nationals
Documents Required:
- 10th and 12th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
- Degree certificates (for PG courses)
- Passport size photographs
- Aadhar card or Government ID proof
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)

Indicative Fees:
- BHMCT: Approx. ₹2,50,000 per year (including tuition and exam fees)
- MTM: Approx. ₹1,80,000 per year
- Hostel Fees: ₹50,000 to ₹70,000 per year (optional)
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Institute merit scholarships available based on academic performance
- Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates as per Goa state government norms (Central Scholarship Portal)
- Special fee concessions available for deserving candidates on case basis

Placement Highlights: Approx. 85% placement rate in past 3 years
Average CTC: ₹3–4 LPA; Highest CTC: ₹7 LPA (hospitality sector)
Top Recruiters: Taj Hotels, ITC Welcomgroup, Marriott, Lemon Tree Hotels, Oyo Rooms
Placement Cell Contact: placements@iiasindia.com
Internship Support: Mandatory 6-month industrial internship in reputed hotels and tourism companies

Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facility
Sports: Facilities for indoor and outdoor sports activities
Labs: State-of-the-art food production and bakery labs, front office lab
Library: Well-stocked library with hospitality management resources
Healthcare: On-campus medical facilities and emergency support
Transport: College buses connecting major areas of Panaji city
Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed wireless internet access
Research Centres & Clubs: Tourism research cell; student hospitality and cultural clubs
Festivals: Annual cultural and hospitality fests, seminars, guest lectures by industry leaders

Notable Faculty: Dr. Meera Menezes (Principal), Mr. Ashwin Kamat (Faculty, Food Production)
Research Centres: Hospitality and Tourism Research Cell focusing on Goa tourism studies (limited official publications as of 2024)
Grants & MoUs: Industry tie-ups with major hospitality chains like Taj and ITC for training & placements

Results: Published on the official website under student login/access portal (Results page)
Seat Matrix: Approx. 60 seats per batch for BHMCT; 30 seats for MTM
Cut-Offs: Based on 12th marks and institute test/interview; typical BHMCT cut-off around 50% in qualifying exams

Nearest Airport: Dabolim Airport, Goa (GOI) - approx. 30 km from campus
Nearest Railway Station: Madgaon Railway Station (MAO) - approx. 30 km
City Connectivity: Panaji is well connected by buses, taxis, and local transit from airport and railway station
Local Transit: State transport buses, auto-rickshaws, and app-based cab services available

Q1: What is the eligibility for BHMCT at IIAS SHTM Goa?
A: 10+2 pass with minimum 45% marks in any stream.
Q2: Does IIAS SHTM accept national entrance exams?
A: No, admission is mainly based on merit and institute’s own selection process.
Q3: What is the approximate fee for the BHMCT course?
A: Around ₹2.5 lakh per year.
Q4: Are hostel facilities available?
A: Yes, separate hostel and mess facilities are provided on campus.
Q5: Does the institute provide placement support?
A: Yes, with ~85% placement rate and industry internships.
Q6: Are scholarships offered?
A: Merit scholarship and government scholarships for reserved categories are available.
Q7: How can prospective students apply?
A: Apply online via official website or offline by visiting the campus admission office.
Q8: What documents are needed for admission?
A: Academic transcripts, ID proof, photos, migration certificate (if applicable).
Q9: Is IIAS SHTM NAAC accredited?
A: As of 2024, IIAS SHTM Goa is not NAAC accredited.
Q10: When do admissions typically start?
A: Usually from April to July every year.