INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT AURANGABAD

Where Passion Meets Profession

At IHM–Aurangabad, your journey begins with world-class learning and ends with global career opportunities across the finest names in hospitality.

IHM Aurangabad alumni spotlight featuring successful hospitality professional showcasing career achievements

Placement Highlights

Placement Rate

100%

Across the graduating class of
2024

Top Recruiters

50+

Including Taj, Marriott, Accor, and Hilton

Our Recruiters & Partners

Trusted by the world’s most prestigious hospitality brands

Alumni Success Stories

Rouble Goswami Vice President Revenue Strategy Marriott International alumni of IHM Aurangabad hospitality management

Rouble Goswami

Class of 2008
Vice President, Revenue Strategy – Asia Pacific (Marriott International)

Abhay Bishnoi Director of Revenue Management Jumeirah Group Dubai alumni of IHM Aurangabad hospitality career

Abhay Bishnoi

Class of 2010
Director of Revenue Management, Jumeirah Group, Dubai

Megha Ajgaonkar General Manager Sales The Leela Palaces Hotels Resorts alumni of IHM Aurangabad hospitality industry

Megha Ajgaonkar

Class of 2002
General Manager – Sales, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, Mumbai

Ananya Mukherjee Head of Public Relations IHCL Taj Hotels alumni of IHM Aurangabad hospitality leadership

Ananya Mukherjee

Class of 2009
Head of Public Relations – Rajasthan and Uttarakhand – IHCL (Taj Hotels) and Director of PR and Marketing, Taj Palace, New Delhi.

Rohan Nayyar Regional Director of Revenue Management The Ascott Thailand Laos alumni of IHM Aurangabad hospitality career

Rohan Nayyar

Class of 2005
Regional Director of Revenue Management
The Ascott, Thailand & Laos

IHM Aurangabad Alumni Success Stories | Hospitality Leaders Worldwide

Placement Process

Our placement process is designed to ensure that every student is well prepared for the professional world. We focus on building a strong foundation of skills, providing real-world industry experience, and offering comprehensive career readiness programs. This structured approach culminates in successful campus recruitment, connecting our graduates with leading employers in the hospitality sector.

Skill Foundation

Year 1-2

Industry Internship

Year 3

Career Readiness

Year 4

Campus Recruitment

Post Graduation

Achievements and Alumni Strength

Developing world-class hospitality and culinary professionals for over 30 years

2500+ Culinary Alumni

Working with global luxury brands

20+ Countries

where our alumni are employed

3500+ Hospitality Alumni

Your Career in Global Hospitality Starts Here

Join IHM–Aurangabad and gain the skills, exposure, and connections that define the leaders of tomorrow.

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IHMAgine 2026
10th- 11th – 12th October 2026

IHMAgine

Where Culinary Meets Innovation

Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad proudly presents IHMAgine, a national culinary competition that brings together aspiring chefs, hospitality professionals, culinary educators, industry experts and food enthusiasts on one prestigious platform to celebrate culinary excellence, creativity and innovation.

ABOUT THE EVENT

Recognizing the Future of Culinary Excellence

Recognizing this evolving landscape, Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad (IHM-A) proudly presents its flagship culinary competition, IHMAgine – Where Culinary Meets Innovation.

The competition brings together aspiring chefs, hospitality professionals, culinary educators, industry experts, home bakers, food entrepreneurs and culinary enthusiasts on a common platform to celebrate excellence in the culinary arts.

IHMAgine is envisioned as a prestigious event that encourages learning, healthy competition, industry collaboration, innovation and professional networking while showcasing the highest standards of culinary craftsmanship.

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

Choose Your Category

The competition features multiple categories designed for students, professionals, home bakers and culinary enthusiasts.

Day 1 - 10 th

Students Category

Eligibility:
Any student pursuing an Undergraduate or Postgraduate programme.

Age Limit: 18–25 Years

  • Plated Dessert
  • Cake Decoration
  • Non-Alcoholic Beverage Innovation
  • Classical Three-Course Menu
  • BioKraft Cultivated Chicken
  • Fireless Cooking (Std. 8th–12th)
  • Non-Alcoholic Beverage Innovation (Std. 8th–12th)

Day 2 - 11 th

Home Bakers & Culinary Enthusiasts

Eligibility:
Anyone passionate about cooking or baking.

Age Limit: No Bar

  • Dessert Competition
  • Family Recipe Competition

Day 3 - 12 th

Professional Category

Eligibility:
Professionals working in hotels or running their own food business.

Age Limit: No Bar

  • Mystery Basket Three-Course Menu
  • Sculpted Cake Competition
  • Professional Plated Dessert Challenge
REGISTRATION DETAILS

Important Information

Please read the following information carefully before registering for the competition.

Registration Fee

₹500 per entry, per competition category.

Registration Deadline

1 October 2026
Late entries will not be accepted.

Food Preparation

Entries may be fully prepared or partially prepared requiring only final finishing at the venue, as permitted under the competition rules.

Participant Responsibility

Participants must bring ingredients, equipment, utensils, knives, service ware, presentation plates and cutlery.

Hospitality by IHM-A

All registered participants will receive Breakfast, Tea, Lunch and Refreshments during the competition.

Accommodation

Accommodation is to be arranged by participants. IHM-A can provide details of nearby budget-friendly hotels on request.