a. Why select SIHMCT for Degree course in Hotel Management. ?

SIHMCT located at Lonavala is Approved Institute as announced by A.I.C.T.E; All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi and is affiliated to University of Pune. The University has been an unparalleled Institution as per statutory council of the Govt. India.

b.Why rely on AICTE Approved Institutes ?

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) was set-up in November 1945 as a national level Apex Advisory Body to conduct survey on the facilities on technical education and to promote development in the country in a coordinated and integrated manner. S.I.H.M.C.T. satisfies the required standards to promote such activity in Western Maharashtra. For more information look in Announcement : http://www.aicte.ernet.in/

c. Why decide to take on Services Industry discipline and at SIHMCT ?

The rigour involved in the preparation of cuisines demands specialization skills developed over four years . Modern trends developed for service yet specifically asks for ethical practices for providing services in the areas of guest comfort. The rationale for luxury service is another feature to look for in the awarding avenues by the chosen few at various places of tourist attractions, retail business, hoteliering and other companies of Services Industry. ( Useful reference : SAARC Hotel Association Established http://www.hotelassociationofindia.com/home/hai_activities.htm )

d. How reliable are the awarding credentials ?

The Degrees are Granted by University of Pune which is a State University (Funded By UGC) . The examinations are conducted under the scrutiny according to University of Pune , and is one of the best in the country in the services sector. The awarding degree fetches you a 10 + 2 + 4 Level of Education recognized in whole of Asia and in India by Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
( For More Information reference http://www.aiuweb.org/Content.aspx?ID=29 )

e. Which are the covenient ways to apply ?

The candidate is to appear for a State Level Common Entrance Test. The admission to this Institute is on the basis of merit to Entrance Exam and the option to be indicated as your choice. Interested candidates are required to submit an application on a Plain paper with their full name, address, email, contact number with STD code and two passport size photographs along with a DD of Rs. 450/- in favour of SIHMCT payable a Nationalised Bank at LONAVALA in order to avail Prospectus, Application Form and other details of the subjects offered as per University of Pune Syllabus. The candidates are required to clearly mention the choice of course ( B.H.M.C.T / B.Sc. in capital letters on the Plain Paper).(For Information Look in “Degree courses” under http://www.dte.org.in/)
Useful link http://www.sinhgad.edu/newinst/hotelmanage/contact/enquiry.asp

f. Kindly mention about the programmes in SIHMCT .

As a result of vast expansion and modernization of the country’s hospitality industry, the Bachelor’s Degree of Hotel Management and Catering Technology programme has gained tremendous popularity under the Apex body constituted under the Ministry of Human Resources Development and the profile of students seeking admission to these courses also undertaken a change towards a professional approach. As a result, courses offered by the Institutes approved by All India Council of Technical Education Council are of international standard and have begun to be recognized by the Hospitality Industry, globally.

4 (Four) years Bachelors’ Degree in Hotel Management & Catering Technology (BHMCT) Affiliated to University of Pune and recognized by the Government of Maharashtra and approved by AICTE, Ministry of HRD, Government of India. The candidate will have to appear for a CET for admission conducted under Department of Technical Education, Govt. of Maharashtra. However the same can be referred to in www.dte.org.in/ and http://www.aicte.ernet.in/ApprovedInstitute.htm

3 (Three) years Degree in B.Sc. (Hospitality Studies)
Three-year degree courses affiliated to University of Pune, State of Maharashtra Admissions will be granted on Institution level Criteria.

g. How important are entry essential level of previous educational qualifications ?

• Candidate having passed 10 + 2 under any Medium of Instruction from Arts, Commerce and Science is eligible to attempt Entrance Examination to be conducted by Department of Technical Education under Govt. of Maharashtra.

h. Whether Scholarships are available with options ?

Yes. All mandatory provisions can be granted and downloaded by applicable candidates to endorse themselves for options under stipulated rules of the University. However the total costs of Books , Kits , Journals and Uniforms will be borne at sustainable costs.

i. What are full fees to coaching at Degree Level ?

As scheduled under the Shikanshan Shulka Samiti the fees for BHMCT is slated to be Rs.70,000 for the year 2006-2007. Changes in fee structure will be effective as per declarations of Shikashan Shulka Samiti have projected period for two financial years. The Institute does not have branches to collect fees. All fees are paid by way of DD only.
The above Tution Fees payable are in favour of SIHMCT, Lonavala.
( Useful reference http://www.dte.org.in/Shikshan/default.asp)

j. Whether there is arrangement and provisions to stay ?

Allotment of Hostel Rooms and their amenities would be made by The Chief Rector by way of detailing schedules of residential stay as per AICTE. The total number of Books Kits, Journals and Uniforms will be in partial fulfillment as per University norms. Canteens and Laundry are also available in addition to Boys Mess and Girls Mess.
(Useful reference 7.1.4 Norms for Building space for Residential Area under http://www.aicte.ernet.in/norms.htm)

k. What are the charges of Lodging and Boarding for New Wards ?

The Hostel Room Rent now stands at Rs.35,250/- per year .The above Hostel Fees payable are in favour of “Sinhgad Boys Hostel” in case of Boys and “Sinhgad Girls Hostel” in case of Girls . The Mess charges for Lunch & Dinners works out to be upto Rs.1000/- per month paid yearly at the Estate Office. The campus hosts separate Dining Rooms for Boys and Girls. (Useful Link http://sinhgad.edu/newinst/hostels/hostels.asp)

m. Reply on the measures for commencement of Training at various companies ?

Taj Blue Diamond,(Pune) , Amby Valley, (Lonavala), Lemontree Hotels, J.W.Marriott, (Pune), Sagar Plaza (Pune), Central Park/ Studios (Pune), Hyatt (Goa), Cidade de Goa ( Goa), OCLD, Delhi, Grand Hyatt ( Mumbai) ,Taj Mahal (Mumbai), Wildflower Hall ( Shimla), Grand Central (Parel), Hyatt Regency (Mumbai), Taj City Inn ( Baramati), Café Coffee Day, RadhaKrishna Hospitality Services. http://www.expresshospitality.com

n. What is the in built capacity of in take ?

Shivneri , Sindhudurg, Devgiri, Raigad and Brahmagiri are the Hostels on Campus. The intake capacity for degree course is notified as per Pravesh Niyantran Samiti. The staff : student ratio is as stipulated as per AICTE 7.1.4 Norms for Building space for Residential Area ( Useful reference http://www.aicte.ernet.in/norms.htm)

o. What are the college timings ?

The teaching and learning hours will be between 9.30am to 4.30am on weekdays. The Office working hours is between 9.30am and 5.30pm on Weekdays.1st and 3rd Saturdays are off days for Office.The students can participate in socio-cultural activities also. (Other useful reference http://www.intach.org/chapternetwork_west.htm)

p. How are the calendar years in Semesters ?

Our academic calendar corresponds to schedules of University of Pune and circulars sent therefrom.

q. What is the curriculum in prospectus ?

Every teacher is given the academic time table of the Semester. LCD, OHP are made use of during Group Discussions, Demonstrations, Presentations. These are some of the ways to improve student contact sessions beyond curriculum at Lonavala . We also have Corporate Training Sessions by our Teachers . The detailed time table will be noted down from 1st day upon the commencement of the college. Even Semester / Odd Semester semesters are declared in advance as per University of Pune .
( Reference for Preparation : http://www.aicte.ernet.in/ModelCurriculum.htm )

r. What are the Activities at our College ?

We Welcome one and all to see the activities at our College Seminar Hall, Campus Auditorium , Sports Grounds and other centres of Activities as and when Inter- Collegiate Events are conducted as and when declared by our Head Office.

t. What is the Prospect for Curriculum ?

Entry Level positions in Hotel Industry, Fast Foods, Airlines , Cruiselines , Railways, Defence Catering ( Catering Assignments in Army, Navy and Air force ), Industrial Catering , Hospital Catering, Merchant Navy, Event Management , Superstores and Supermarkets.(Useful reference : http://www.crisil.com/research/hotel.htm)

u.What are the salient features of Sinhgad Institutes ?

i)Unique pedagogy develops technical knowhow, generic skills and conventional prophecies developed by leading academicians of our Fraternity and leaders of gastronomy. Subsequently managerial competencies will be shared by men of yore.

ii.)We have excellent infrastructure facilities, which are on par with best of HM-Schools in India & South Asia.

iii)We have full time, highly qualified and experienced faculty members who are experts in different disciplines of Management studies.

iv)The academic performance of all batches of Hotel Management so far has been exemplary with our students inevitably standing with higher credit in the Merit List of Pune University. The results have been quite impressive for B.Sc. ( Hospitality Studies ) too.

iv)It is a matter of great pride to state that the Programmes have achieved accreditation popularity in Local Hospitality Industry Forums in the Deccan.

v)Our Library houses more than titled books and 18 International Journals and Periodicals. The Library facility is available to the students for hrs a day .

v. What are the procedures for Admission ?

Admission Procedure
1)Application for admission to the college has to be made on the prescribed form purchased by all the students, including those who were in the college during the previous year, so as to reach the college office within 15 days from the declaration of the 10 + 2 result of the Board Examination of the preceding year or within one month from the date of commencement of the First Term of the academic year, whichever is earlier. Applications received after this date will not be considered. This should be particularly noted by students who are already appearing for CET Examinations of various states for Degrees other than Hotel Management .
2) Admission is strictly given as per the merit and according to the rules of University of Pune and D.T.E.,Government of Maharashtra.

3) Overseas students should, however, apply for admission to the college along with the provisional Eligibility certificate issued by the Registrar University of Pune and NOC from the Central Government.

4) A copy of the prospectus containing a form of application for admission will be available in the college office.

5) Students coming from other colleges under several boards and Universities should note the following procedure :

i) A student coming from the college affiliated to Pune University can be admitted directly to the college. He will have to apply to his previous college in the prescribed form for a Transference Certificate after he joins this college. It is the responsibility of the student to see that the T.C. is received by this college from him /her before the end of 15 days from the commencement of the Semester.

ii) A student coming from the other Universities in Maharashtra has to obtain an Eligibility Certificate from University of Pune. For this purpose, he has to apply to the Registrar, University of Pune, in the prescribed form. He has to send the form directly to University of Pune duly filled in along with the prescribed fee and with the following certificates obtained from his / her previous University / College.

f. Character Certificate

On receipt of the above, the University grants him/her an Eligibility certificate which is to be submitted to the college.
i) A student coming from a University / Board outside Maharashtra has to apply to the University of Pune for an Eligibility certificate in the prescribed form available in the University office & Migration Certificate from the University Previously attended & other certificates mentioned in

(ii) above. It will be the responsibility of the student to see that his Eligibility Certificate is received by the college by the end of the first term.

iii) It should be noted that students who have passed any examination other than H.S.C. examination of Maharashtra State Board, or who are not coming from college affiliated to the University of Pune, should first approach the Registrar of the University of Pune for an Eligibility Certificate.
The application form of such student should be accompanied by either provisional Eligibility Certificate or a final Eligibility Certificate from the University.

iv) Student can be admitted only provisionally pending the receipt of final Eligibility Certificate or T.C. as the case may be.

v) It should be noted that, all the information required in the form of application for admission must be complete. Incomplete forms are liable to be rejected.

vi) Foreign students should particularly note that, they will not be admitted to the college unless they produce the following documents:
a. A letter of Eligibility from the University of Pune.
b. Students visa and Passport