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NCHM JEE

National Testing Agency (NTA), for NCHMCT

NCHM JEE (National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination) is conducted by the National Testing Agency for NCHMCT, Ministry of Tourism, for admission to the 3-year B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration at Central, State and private Institutes of Hotel Management. NCHM JEE 2026 was held on 25 April 2026; NCHM JEE 2027 dates have not been announced yet.

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Last updated: 16 Oct 2026

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NCHM JEE 2027 status (checked 16 October 2026): NTA has not yet released the NCHM JEE 2027 information bulletin. Wherever this page refers to NCHM JEE 2026, the details are from the previous cycle and are given for reference only. They may change for 2027.

Key Takeaways

  • 120 multiple-choice questions in 120 minutes (2026).

  • +4 for each correct answer, −1 for each wrong answer.

  • English Language has 45 questions — the largest section.

  • Paper available in English and Hindi.

NCHM JEE Exam Pattern

NCHM JEE is a computer-based test made up of objective multiple-choice questions. The pattern below is from NCHM JEE 2026; NTA will confirm the 2027 pattern in its bulletin.

NCHM JEE exam pattern 2026: five sections, 120 questions, 120 minutes

Section-wise Pattern (2026)

Section

Questions

Maximum marks

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

15

60

Reasoning and Logical Deduction

15

60

General Knowledge and Current Affairs

15

60

English Language

45

180

Aptitude for Service Sector

30

120

Total

120

480

Maximum marks are calculated at 4 marks per question.

Key Features

Feature

NCHM JEE 2026

Mode

Computer-based test (CBT)

Duration

120 minutes (11:00 am – 1:00 pm)

Marking

+4 correct; −1 incorrect; 0 unanswered

Medium

English and Hindi (English version final in case of ambiguity)

Dropped question

Full marks to all candidates

How Much Time per Question?

With 120 questions in 120 minutes, you have about one minute per question. Because of negative marking, careful elimination matters more than attempting everything.

Next: NCHM JEE Syllabus.

Pro Tip: Start with English and Aptitude for Service Sector. Together they make up 75 of the 120 questions, and English is also the first tie-breaker.

Source: NCHM JEE 2026 Information Bulletin (NTA) and NTA public notices.

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NCHM JEE 2027 status (checked 16 October 2026): NTA has not yet released the NCHM JEE 2027 information bulletin. Wherever this page refers to NCHM JEE 2026, the details are from the previous cycle and are given for reference only. They may change for 2027.

Key Takeaways

  • The bulletin names five sections but does not publish a detailed topic syllabus.

  • English Language and Aptitude for Service Sector carry the most weight.

  • Prepare with basic Class 10–12 maths, reasoning practice and regular news reading.

NCHM JEE Syllabus

The NCHM JEE 2026 Information Bulletin lists the five test sections but does not give a detailed topic-wise syllabus. The topics below are a preparation guide based on what each section is meant to test. They are not an official syllabus.

Sections and What to Prepare

Section (questions)

Suggested preparation areas

English Language (45)

Reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, synonyms and antonyms, sentence correction

Aptitude for Service Sector (30)

Customer-service situations, communication, attitude and judgement in hospitality settings

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude (15)

Arithmetic: percentages, ratio, profit and loss, averages, time and work, simple data interpretation

Reasoning and Logical Deduction (15)

Series, analogies, coding–decoding, blood relations, directions, syllogisms

General Knowledge and Current Affairs (15)

National and international news, awards, sports, important days, basic static GK

NCHM JEE exam pattern 2026: five sections, 120 questions, 120 minutes

How to Prepare

  1. Read an English newspaper daily for vocabulary and current affairs.

  2. Practise arithmetic and reasoning questions with a timer.

  3. Learn about the hospitality industry and customer service basics.

  4. Take full-length mock tests under 120-minute conditions.

  5. Review mistakes carefully, as wrong answers cost a mark.

Pro Tip: For Aptitude for Service Sector, think like a guest-focused professional. The best answer is usually polite, practical and solution-oriented.

Source: NCHM JEE 2026 Information Bulletin (NTA) and NTA public notices.

Official Websites

For the latest NCHM JEE information, refer only to official sources:

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Eduspray India helps students compare hospitality colleges, understand admission routes and plan their applications. Use the College Predictor, compare colleges or explore top colleges in India.

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