Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA) is an affiliated college under Manipal University. Students wishing to advance their career in the Hospitality Industry can apply to WGSHA at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
In this article we will discuss the admission process at undergraduate levels for its two courses BHM and BA in Culinary Arts.
In order to be eligible for WGSHA, Manipal, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria according to the preferred choice of courses:
Course |
Eligibility |
BHM |
Applicants should have qualified 12th class or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 45% marks. |
BA Culinary Arts |
Applicants should have qualified 12th class or equivalent from a recognised board. |
The admission process for WGSHA, Manipal is as follows:
Stage 1: Online Registration
Candidates must apply for WGSHA Manipal through the official website. Candidates must fill the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.
Stage 2: Department Test
After the candidate has filled their application form, they will have to appear for the Department Test. The syllabus of Department Test has been described in later sections.
Stage 3: Group Discussion, Panel Interview, Personal Interview
The final selection round will comprise of Group Discussion, Panel Interview, and Personal Interview, wherein the candidates aptitude and general skills will be analysed. It is best to answer and participate with honesty and confidence.
Stage 4: Merit List
A final merit list will be released on the basis of above stages. The candidate will be given a seat according to their performance in the above-mentioned areas.
The Department Test (DT) is divided into three sections, including English, Numerical Ability, Analytics Reasoning & Logical Deduction, and General Knowledge & Current Affairs.
The exam pattern has been summarised below:
Subject |
Questions |
English |
10 |
Numerical Ability, Analytics Reasoning & Logical Deduction |
10 |
General Knowledge & Current Events |
10 |
The Department Test (DT) comprises three sections as mentioned above. The detailed section-wise syllabus is given in the table below:
The syllabus has been summarised as:
Vocabulary |
Synonym |
Antonym |
Analogies |
Idioms and Phrases |
Fill in the Blanks |
Sentences: Construction and Reconstruction |
- |
Data Interpretation: Venn Diagrams, Tables & Charts, Graphs & Bars |
Tests Of Reasoning And Logic |
Basic Science & Technology |
Weights & Measurements |
Currencies & Capitals |
International Sporting Events |
National & International Awards |
Personalities and Who’s Who: Political, Social, Top Business CEOs, Entrepreneurs & Industry Leaders |
Culinary: Top Chefs & Entrepreneurs, Top Hotel Brands and Restaurants, Michelin Star Restaurants of last 5 Years |
World Organizations: UN, Travel & Tourism Culinary |
Solar System & Universe |
World Geography: Continents, Countries, Mountains, Oceans, Seas, Rivers, Deserts |
Indian Geography: States & Capitals, Tourist Places, Places of Heritage, Mountains, Oceans, Seas, Rivers, Deserts, Forests, Animals & Bird Sanctuaries |
Indian Culture: Dance Forms, Music, Festivals, Languages: Current Events, Recent Coverage in News & Social Media |
The registration fee is INR 600/- for candidates.
Candidates can check the exam’s important dates from the table mentioned below:
Events |
Date |
Last Date to Apply |
July |
Commencement of Classes |
August |
The WGSHA Manipal conducts its admission process once a year for its Hotel Management programmes. In this article, we have summarised all the important details regarding the college, from eligibility to the admission process.