Pre-Diploma in Hotel Management

CTEVT
1 years
Rs.
Updated December 14, 2025

University

CTEVT

Duration

1 years

Fee

Rs.

Summary

Pre-Diploma in Hotel Management is a CTEVT program that trains entry-level professionals in hotel operations, including front office, housekeeping, food production, and service.

Description
The program develops practical and theoretical skills for managing and operating small-scale hotels, lodges, and restaurants. It emphasizes hands-on training across hotel departments, hospitality communication, and operational management. Graduates gain competence to work in hotels domestically or abroad and acquire skills to start or manage a small-scale hotel independently.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (overview)

ComponentDetails
TheoryHotel management principles, front office, housekeeping, food & beverage, hospitality communication
PracticalHands-on training in all hotel departments, operational exercises, small-scale hotel management
On-the-Job Training (OJT)Placement in hotels for supervised work experience, evaluated by institute, industry, and CTEVT
EvaluationInternal assessments, practical exams, OJT performance, final examination

 

 

Features

Features

  • Duration: 18 months classroom (1560 hours) plus 6 months OJT (960 hours).
  • Group size: Maximum 40 students per batch.
  • Medium of instruction: English and/or Nepali.
  • Attendance requirement: Minimum 90% for theory and practical classes.
  • Instructor qualification: Bachelor’s or Diploma in related field with experience; teacher-student ratio 1:10.
  • Certification: Technical School Leaving Certificate in Hotel Management.

 

Admission Process

Eligibility

  • SEE pass.
  • Pass CTEVT-administered entrance examination.
  • Submission of SEE certificate, character certificate, and citizenship certificate.
  • Final selection based on merit list, with preference for female, Dalit, Janjati, conflict-affected, and disadvantaged groups (DAGs).

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Eligible for Non-gazetted 2nd class/Level 4 positions in hospitality or related government organizations.
  • Opportunities in hotel departments: front desk, housekeeping, food production, and food & beverage service.
  • Potential for self-employment in small-scale hotels, lodges, or restaurants.