Foreign National, NRI, OCI, PIO, and CIWGC students can study M.HMCT in Maharashtra without any entrance exam. Admission is on bachelor's-degree merit through the State CET Cell, with registration to college allotment handled centrally on fn.mahacet.org across 30+ colleges.
A M.HMCT in Maharashtra is open to international students without any entrance exam. Foreign National, NRI, OCI, PIO, and CIWGC applicants are admitted on bachelor's-degree merit through the State CET Cell portal at fn.mahacet.org, across 30+ AICTE-approved colleges.
What is M.HMCT?
M.HMCT (Master of Hotel Management & Catering Technology) is a two-year postgraduate hospitality-management degree. It is a 2 Years postgraduate programme taught in English at colleges across Maharashtra, regulated by AICTE / NCHMCT.
Why Maharashtra?
Mumbai's five-star hotel belt and Pune's hospitality sector anchor postgraduate study. The state is one of India's leading higher-education hubs, with the largest clusters of colleges in Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur, and strong industry links for internships and placements.
- 30+ colleges participating in the international quota.
- No entrance exam for the international quota.
- English-medium instruction.
- AICTE / NCHMCT-recognised degree.
Do You Need an Entrance Exam?
No. Admission is purely merit-based for the international quota. All international categories — Foreign National, NRI, OCI, PIO, and CIWGC — are eligible.
How the Admission Works
The whole process runs on one portal, fn.mahacet.org, in three stages: pay a USD 50 eligibility fee and upload documents; once eligibility is confirmed, pay a USD 1,150 processing fee to unlock the merit list and seat allotment; and after a seat is allotted, pay your college fees and report for physical document verification.
One portal, start to finish: Registration, document verification, merit listing, and college allotment for the international quota are all managed centrally. There is no separate college-by-college application.
This Guide Series
This is the overview. The four companion guides below cover eligibility, the full fee breakdown, the best colleges, and the long-term value of the M.HMCT degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do international students need an entrance exam for M.HMCT in Maharashtra?
No. Admission is merit-based on your bachelor’s degree result for the international quota.
How long is the M.HMCT programme?
2 Years, taught full-time in English.
Is a Maharashtra M.HMCT degree recognised?
Yes. Colleges are approved by AICTE / NCHMCT, and the degree is recognised for employment and further study, subject to local requirements in your home country.
Where do I apply for M.HMCT?
All applications for the international quota are made on the single official portal, fn.mahacet.org, run by the State CET Cell, Government of Maharashtra.