IHM Goa Recruitment 2026: Apply for Assistant Lecturer-cum-Assistant Instructor Post

IHM Goa Recruitment 2026: Official Notification Out For Assistant Lecturer-cum-Assistant Instructor Post

The Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM), Goa has officially released an employment notification for the recruitment of an Assistant Lecturer-cum-Assistant Instructor on a permanent basis. This presents a premier opportunity for highly qualified hospitality professionals and postgraduates seeking a stable, rewarding academic career within a prestigious Central Government-affiliated institution.

Eligible candidates are required to submit their offline applications through the prescribed format on or before the closing date. Below is a comprehensive, section-by-section breakdown of everything you need to know regarding the vacancy, including eligibility benchmarks, selection procedures, salary scales, and the step-by-step application workflow.

Key Highlights of IHM Goa Notification 2026

Before diving into the fine details, let’s look at a quick birds-eye summary of this recruitment drive:

Feature	Details
Hiring Organization	Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM), Goa
Location	Alto Porvorim, Bardez, Goa – 403 521
Notification Date	May 30, 2026
Post Name	Assistant Lecturer-cum-Assistant Instructor (Permanent)
Total Vacancy	01 Post [Unreserved - UR]
Mode of Application	Offline via Speed Post
Last Date to Apply	June 22, 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
Official Website	www.ihmgoa.gov.in

Pay Scale and Salary Structure

The selected candidate will be placed on a regular, permanent establishment under Central Government guidelines.

• Pay Scale: Pay Level 6 (As per the 7th Central Pay Commission / CPC)
• Pay Matrix Range: Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400
• Allowances: The post carries usual allowances as admissible under Central Government rules.
• Pension Benefits: The post is Non-Pensionable, but the New Pension Scheme (NPS) will be strictly applicable as per rules.

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Assistant Lecturer-cum-Assistant Instructor post, candidates must satisfy the requirements under either Category A or Category B, along with mandatory age and qualification thresholds.

1. Age Limit (As on 22.06.2026)

• Maximum Age: Must not exceed 35 years as of the crucial cutoff date (June 22, 2026).
• Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for departmental candidates or as specified for any specific category by the Government of India from time to time.

2. Educational Qualifications & Experience

Category A

• Primary Degree: Post Graduate in Hospitality / Tourism or MBA from a recognized University / Institute.
• AND (+) Full-Time Degree / Full-Time Three Years Diploma in Hotel Administration / Hospitality Management / Hotel Management / Hospitality Administration / Culinary Arts / Culinary Science with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade from:
• An institute affiliated to NCHMCT OR NCHMCT itself.
• An Institute approved by AICTE.
• An Institute approved by the State Board of Technical Education.
• An Institute affiliated to a University duly recognized by UGC.
• A Central / State / Deemed to be University recognized by UGC.
• An equivalent degree/diploma of a foreign university/institution recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
• Mandatory Requirement: Candidate must have qualified the NHTET (National Hospitality Teachers Eligibility Test) with the prescribed percentage conducted by NCHMCT.
• Note on PhD holders: Candidates possessing a Ph.D. degree in Hospitality-related subjects from a recognized University / Institute after achieving the above-prescribed qualification need not qualify NHTET.

OR

Category B

• Primary Degree: Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality / Hotel Administration / Hotel Management / Culinary Art from a recognized University / Institute securing not less than 55% marks in aggregate.
• Experience: At least 2 years of hospitality industry experience.
• Mandatory Requirement: Must have qualified the NHTET with the prescribed percentage conducted by NCHMCT.

3. Desirable Qualifications

While not strictly mandatory, possessing the following will give candidates an edge during screening:

1. A Ph.D. Degree.
2. Six months of working experience in a 3-star or above category hotel.

Crucial Clause on Teaching Experience: The period of service rendered as a teacher at the UG (Undergraduate) level and above in Hospitality on a contract basis (full-time) shall be reckoned as valid experience for the above purpose.

Selection Process

• The recruitment process will follow a direct recruitment track.
• The final process of selection will be strictly based on a Skill Test to be conducted by IHM Goa as prescribed by NCHMCT.
• No TA/DA will be paid to any candidate for appearing in the Skill Test/Interview.

Application Fee Details

Candidates must pay a non-refundable application processing fee to validate their application.

• Fee Amount: Rs. 1000/- (Rupees One Thousand Only)
• Mode of Payment: Demand Draft (DD) favoring ‘Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition - Goa’ payable at Porvorim.
• Exemption: The application fee is not applicable for SC / ST / PwD category candidates.
• Warning: Applications submitted without the enclosure of self-certified supported documents or the required DD will be treated as invalid.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Offline Procedure

Interested and eligible professionals must follow these instructions carefully to apply:

1. Download the Form: Visit the official website www.ihmgoa.gov.in and download the prescribed application form format.
2. Fill out the Details: Accurately input all personal information, academic credentials, and work experience.
3. Prepare the Enclosures: Attach attested copies of all essential testimonials, mark sheets, experience certificates, NHTET clearance certificates, and your valid Demand Draft.
4. Superscribe the Envelope: The physical envelope containing the application must be clearly superscribed in bold letters with:
• ‘Application for the post of Assistant Lecturer-cum-Assistant Instructor.’
5. Dispatch Address: Send the complete application packet via Speed Post only to the following address:

PRINCIPAL,

INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT, CATERING TECHNOLOGY AND APPLIED NUTRITION,

ALTO PORVORIM, BARDEZ, GOA – 403 521

Critical Dates and Deadlines

• Last Date for Receipt of Application: June 22, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.
• Crucial Date for Determining Eligibility: The cut-off date for determining age limit, educational qualifications, and experience is 22.06.2026.

Vital Instructions for Candidates

• No Email Applications: Applications sent via email or other digital channels will not be entertained.
• Incomplete Forms: Applications received after the due date or those lacking proper self-attested document photocopies will be rejected outright. The institute holds no responsibility for postal delays.
• Government Employees (NOC): Candidates currently employed in Government, Semi-Government, Quasi-Government, or Autonomous bodies must apply "Through Proper Channel" or produce a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer at the time of document verification. They must ensure that no vigilance or disciplinary cases are pending against them.
• Change of Address: Any subsequent change of address after form submission must be communicated immediately to the Principal via email at donna.dsouza@ihmgoa.gov.in.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must bring their Original Certificates of all Essential and Desirable qualifications, birth certificate (or School Leaving Certificate), photo ID proof (PAN Card/Aadhaar Card/Driving License), and experience letters alongside one set of self-attested photocopies for verification.
• Authority Rights: The Competent Authority reserves the ultimate right to accept or reject any application, fill or not fill the vacancy, or re-advertise the post without assigning any specific reason.

Source: Herald |Date: 30-05-2026