The Institute run under the aegis of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. The Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Kovalam is committed to the pursuit of Excellence in Hospitality Education. Located at Kovalam, the Queen of beach resorts, the Institute is in proximity to many a resort hotels. To develop Human Resource professionals for the Hotel and Catering Industry and to oversee hotel and catering education and training in the country at the national level. Training programmes are highly employment oriented.
The candidate should have passed class 12 /Intermediate or its equivalent from any recognized board/university in all subjects with English as one of the subjects
Boys Hostel Separate accommodation facility is provided to the out station students. The facility is available to accommodate 182 boys. Well experienced wardens look after the welfare of each hostel.
Girls Hostel Separate accommodation facility is provided to the out station students. The facility is available to accommodate 32 girls. Well experienced wardens look after the welfare of each hostel.
Gym The college has a well equipped gym.
Library The college has the library facility for all students.
Sports The annual sports day showcases the sportsman spirit of the students.
IT Infrastructure The Institute has a well equipped Computer Lab to provide training to the students in Front Office – Property Management System and Application of Computer Practicals.
Laboratories All the food production labs are fully equipped with advanced modern equipment.
Banks Facilities Banking facility is provided close to the campus.