A unique convergence — the credibility of India's apex industry body, the academic rigour of the world's finest hospitality university, and the real-world excellence of four iconic hotel brands — all under one roof.
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the development of India, partnering industry, government and civil society through advisory and consultative processes. CII is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry-led and industry-managed organisation.
Founded in 1895, CII has grown to become India's most prominent industry body — with a direct membership of over 9,000 organisations from the private as well as public sectors, including SMEs and MNCs, and an indirect membership of over 300,000 enterprises from 295 national and regional sectoral industry bodies.
CII Institute of Hospitality is CII's dedicated education initiative for the hospitality sector — bringing the same rigour, network, and credibility that CII is known for across Indian industry, directly into hospitality education.
Over 125 years of shaping Indian industry and policy
Spanning all major sectors across India
Through 295 national and regional industry bodies
Present in 10 countries with bilateral relationships in 150+
Dedicated hospitality education arm of CII
Industry-leading career outcomes across batches
Delhi · Mumbai · Bengaluru · Chennai · Hyderabad
Working at India's and the world's finest hotels
Founded in 1893 in Lausanne, Switzerland, EHL — École hôtelière de Lausanne — is the world's first and consistently top-ranked hospitality management school. EHL's partnership with CII Institute of Hospitality brings Swiss-precision hospitality education to India for the first time at this scale.
EHL's curriculum is built on a philosophy of excellence — combining rigorous theory, hands-on practical training, and an uncompromising standard of service that has defined luxury hospitality globally for over 130 years.
Consistently top-ranked hospitality management institution globally by QS World University Rankings
Diplomas awarded under Swiss Federal recognition — accepted and respected in luxury hospitality worldwide
EHL faculty from Lausanne collaborate directly on curriculum design, quality standards, and faculty training for CIIH
Access to EHL's worldwide alumni community of 25,000+ hospitality leaders across 150+ countries
QS World University Rankings by Subject
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CIIH students study under an EHL-co-designed curriculum, receive Swiss-standard lab training, and graduate with a Swiss Professional Diploma that is recognised and respected by luxury hotel employers worldwide — opening doors that a domestic qualification alone cannot.
NCVET · Government of India · Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) is India's apex regulatory body for vocational education and training, established by the Government of India under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. NCVET regulates and accredits awarding bodies, assessment agencies, and vocational training providers across the country.
CIIH's affiliation with NCVET ensures that our programmes are aligned with India's National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF), giving students nationally recognised vocational credentials that are accepted by employers and educational institutions across India.
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CIIH students study under an EHL-co-designed curriculum, receive Swiss-standard lab training, and graduate with a Swiss Professional Diploma that is recognised and respected by luxury hotel employers worldwide — opening doors that a domestic qualification alone cannot.
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Through IGNOU, CIIH students can pursue a formal university degree in parallel with their hospitality training — giving you both the practical, employer-loved credential of a CII-EHL diploma and the academic standing of a Central University qualification.
IGNOU · New Delhi · India's Largest University · Est. 1985
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is India's largest university and one of the largest open universities in the world — with an enrolment of over 3 million students and a network of over 800 regional and study centres across India. Established by an Act of Parliament in 1985, IGNOU is a Central University under the University Grants Commission (UGC).
CIIH's academic affiliation with IGNOU provides students a pathway to formally recognised university degrees, bridging vocational excellence with academic credentialing — ensuring your hospitality qualification carries the full weight of a Central University's endorsement.
