Makassar, Indonesia — Politeknik Pariwisata Makassar has officially opened admissions for the 2026/2027 Academic Year through the national Seleksi Bersama Masuk (SBM) Politeknik Pariwisata scheme, providing prospective students across Indonesia with access to vocational higher education in tourism and hospitality.
Registration is conducted online via the official national portal at sbmpoltekpar.kemenpar.go.id and is open from 11 February 2026 until 1 May 2026 at 21:00 WIB
National Admission Pathway Now Open
The SBM track serves as the centralized national entrance system for all state-owned tourism polytechnics under Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism. Applicants are required to:
- Register online through the SBM portal
Complete personal and academic data submission
- Upload required documents
Pay the registration fee
rint the Examination Participant Card (KPS)
The admission process is competitive and follows a structured national timeline, including examination, health screening, and final announcement phases.
Academic Programs Offered
Politeknik Pariwisata Makassar offers applied diploma programs designed to meet industry standards in tourism, hospitality, culinary arts, and travel management.
Diploma 3 (D3)
- Room Division
- Food & Beverage Service
- Culinary Arts (Seni Kuliner)
- Travel & Tourism Service
Diploma 4 (D4)
- Convention & Event Management
- Tourism Destination Management
- Travel Business Management
- Hotel Management
All programs emphasize hands-on training, professional certification alignment, and direct industry exposure.
A Call to Future Culinary Professionals
Among the flagship programs, the Culinary Arts (Seni Kuliner) track stands out for students who aspire to build a professional career in gastronomy, kitchen management, food innovation, and the global hospitality industry.
Students in this program receive structured practical training in professional kitchen laboratories, menu development, food safety standards, and international culinary techniques. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for roles as chefs, culinary entrepreneurs, food consultants, and hospitality professionals.
Prospective applicants with a strong interest in food craftsmanship, creativity, and industry-based culinary training are encouraged to apply through the SBM pathway and select Culinary Arts as their primary program choice.
Estimated Intake Capacity
While the official intake quota for 2026/2027 has not yet been formally announced, previous academic cycles indicate an annual intake of approximately 600 new students, distributed across national and independent selection tracks.
Prospective applicants are advised to monitor official channels for confirmation of final capacity figures.
Independent Admission Track (SMM)
In addition to SBM, the campus has previously conducted an independent admission pathway (Seleksi Mandiri Masuk or SMM). However, as of this publication, no official announcement has been issued regarding the SMM schedule for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Applicants interested in alternative admission routes should regularly review updates from the institution.
Registration Fees
The SBM registration fee is set nationally at:
- IDR 250,000 for Indonesian citizens
- IDR 1,000,000 for international applicants
Additional academic or administrative fees may apply following acceptance, subject to institutional regulations
Key Dates (SBM 2026 Cycle)
Stage Timeline
- Online Registration 11 Feb – 1 May 2026
- Exam Socialization 5 May 2026
- National Entrance Exam May 2026
- Health Examination Post-exam phase
- Admission Announcement 12 June 2026
- Re-registration After announcement
Strategic Considerations for Applicants
Given the competitive nature of tourism and hospitality programs, early registration is recommended to avoid technical congestion near the deadline. Applicants should prepare academic transcripts, identification documents, and recent photographs in advance.
For those determined to pursue a professional culinary career, this admission window represents a critical opportunity to formally enter the Culinary Arts program at Politeknik Pariwisata Makassar and gain industry-oriented training within a nationally recognized tourism institution.
Missing the 1 May 2026 deadline will result in ineligibility for the SBM track, with admission dependent on the availability of alternative pathways.
For official updates and application procedures, prospective students are advised to consult the SBM national portal and the official website of Politeknik Pariwisata Makassar.
Further announcements regarding quota allocation and independent selection pathways are expected to follow through institutional channels.