NCHMCT JEE 2026
MSC JEE 2026 Notice
MSC JEE 2026 Brochure
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Notification | December 2025 (early) |
| Start of Online Registration | Third week of December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | Second week of March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | Third week of March 2026 |
| Release of Admit Card | Third/Last week of April 2026 |
| Exam Date | Last week of April 2026 (single shift: 11 AM – 2 PM) |
| Declaration of Results | Third week of May 2026 |
| Counselling/Seat Allotment | June – July 2026 (multiple rounds) |
Table of Contents
🏨 NCHMCT JEE 2026: National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination
The NCHMCT Joint Entrance Examination (NCHM JEE) 2026 is a national-level online entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. It is the gateway for admissions to the 3-year B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration (H&HA) program offered at over 75 participating Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs), including central, state, private, and PSU-affiliated institutions. The exam is computer-based, bilingual (English and Hindi, except the English section), and held annually for around 30,000+ applicants. As of November 2025, official notifications are pending, but details are tentative based on the 2025 cycle (exam held on April 27, 2025). Updates will be on the NTA website: exams.nta.ac.in/NCHM or nchmjee.nta.nic.in.
🔍 NCHMCT JEE 2026 – Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | NTA |
| Offered Degree | B.Sc. in Hospitality & Hotel Administration |
| Best Colleges | IHM Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad |
| Difficulty Level | Moderate |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Career Scope | Excellent in Hospitality, Tourism, and Management Sectors |
🧾 Overview of NCHMCT JEE 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NCHMCT JEE 2026 |
| Full Form | National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Level of Exam | National Level |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Courses Offered | B.Sc. (Hospitality & Hotel Administration) |
| Official Website | https://nchmjee.nta.nic.in |
🎓 Courses Offered
B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration (B.Sc. HHA)
(Jointly offered by NCHM and IGNOU)
Specializations include:
Food Production
Food & Beverage Service
Housekeeping Operations
Front Office Management
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria for NCHMCT JEE 2026
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board. |
| Subjects Required | English must be one of the subjects (either core or functional). |
| Appearing Candidates | Students appearing for 10+2 in 2026 can also apply. |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit (as per NTA guidelines). |
| Nationality | Indian citizens are eligible to apply. |
🧮 NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Numerical Ability & Analytical Aptitude | 30 | 30 | Arithmetic, data interpretation, percentages, ratios |
| Reasoning & Logical Deduction | 30 | 30 | Puzzles, series, analogies, coding-decoding |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | History, geography, economy, sports, recent events (last 6-12 months) |
| English Language | 60 | 60 | Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, idioms |
| Aptitude for Service Sector | 50 | 50 | Hospitality awareness, customer service, ethics |
| Total | 200 | 200 | – |
- Marking Scheme: +4 for correct; -1 for incorrect (25% negative marking); 0 for unanswered.
- Medium: Bilingual (Hindi/English).
- Difficulty: Moderate overall; English and Aptitude are high-scoring, Numerical may have tricks.
📘 NCHMCT JEE 2026 Syllabus
🔹 Numerical Ability & Analytical Aptitude
Profit & Loss, Percentages, Simple Interest, Ratio & Proportion
Time, Speed, Distance, Mensuration
Average, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation
🔹 Reasoning & Logical Deduction
Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations
Puzzles, Syllogisms, Directions, Analogies
🔹 General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Sports, Awards, Politics, Economy
Tourism, Culture, Environment, Current Events
🔹 English Language
Grammar & Vocabulary
Reading Comprehension
Synonyms/Antonyms, Error Detection
Sentence Completion
🔹 Aptitude for Service Sector
Personality Traits
Social Skills
Communication Ability
Decision-Making Situations
💰 NCHMCT JEE 2026 Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000 |
| EWS | ₹700 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹450 |
| Transgender | ₹450 |
Mode of Payment:
Online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
🧾 How to Apply for NCHMCT JEE 2026
Visit the official website: https://nchmjee.nta.nic.in
Click on “New Registration” and complete registration.
Fill in personal, academic, and contact details.
Upload scanned photo, signature, and documents.
Pay the application fee.
Download the confirmation page for future reference.
🧑🏫 Participating Institutes in NCHMCT JEE 2026
| Type | No. of Institutes | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Central IHMs | 21 | IHM Delhi, IHM Mumbai, IHM Chennai |
| State IHMs | 27 | IHM Bhopal, IHM Chandigarh, IHM Jaipur |
| Private IHMs (Affiliated to NCHM) | 30+ | IHM Aurangabad, IHM Meerut, IHM Jodhpur |
📊 NCHMCT JEE 2026 Cutoff (Expected)
| Institute | Opening Rank | Closing Rank (General Category) |
|---|---|---|
| IHM Delhi | 1 | 400 |
| IHM Mumbai | 50 | 700 |
| IHM Bengaluru | 100 | 900 |
| IHM Hyderabad | 200 | 1200 |
| IHM Chennai | 300 | 1500 |
(Cutoffs vary each year based on exam difficulty, number of candidates, and seat availability.)
🧠 NCHMCT JEE 2026 Result & Counselling Process
Result Declaration: Online on the NTA website
Scorecard: Displays section-wise and overall scores
Counselling Process: Conducted by NCHM after result declaration
Seat Allotment: Based on rank, preference, and category
Documents Required:
Admit Card, Rank Card
10th & 12th Mark Sheets
Category Certificate (if applicable)
ID Proof
🌟 Career Opportunities After NCHMCT JEE
After completing B.Sc. (HHA), students can work in:
Hotels and Resorts
Airlines and Cruise Lines
Event Management Companies
Tourism and Travel Agencies
Food Production and Catering Firms
Popular job roles:
Front Office Executive
Chef / Food Production Manager
Event Coordinator
Restaurant Manager
Hospitality Consultant
🌟 Preparation Tips
- Strategy: Analyze previous papers (available on NTA site); aim for 150+ score for top IHMs. Dedicate 2 hours daily to GK/current affairs.
- Resources:
- Books: “NCHMCT JEE Guide” by Arihant, “Objective General English” by S.P. Bakshi, “Quantitative Aptitude” by R.S. Aggarwal.
- Online: NTA mock tests, apps like Toprankers or Unacademy for sectionals.
- Counselling: Post-results, centralized online process via NCHMCT portal; involves choice filling, seat allotment (based on rank, category).
For results, use application number/DOB to download scorecard. Top colleges include IHM Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore. If this isn’t the intended query (e.g., a different acronym), provide more details! Check nchm.gov.in for affiliated IHMs.
