NCHM JEE 2026 Exam Date, Eligibility, Pattern, Fees & Application Form

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The NCHM JEE 2026 is a national level entrance exam for admission to the B.Sc. Hospitality and Hotel Administration course offered at Institutes of Hotel Management across India. The programme is run by the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology and the degree is awarded in academic partnership with Jawaharlal Nehru University.

The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency.

As per the official schedule, NCHM JEE 2026 will be held on 25 April 2026 in Computer Based Test mode.

NCHM JEE 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Exam Name	National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination (NCHM JEE)
Course Offered	B.Sc. Hospitality & Hotel Administration
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency
Exam Date	25 April 2026
Exam Time	11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Duration	2 Hours
Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions
Total Questions	120
Total Marks	480
Negative Marking	1 mark deducted for each wrong answer
Medium	English and Hindi

Participating Institutes

The council regulates academics for hotel management education across India through:

Central Institutes of Hotel Management
State Government IHMs
Public Sector and PPP model institutes
Private affiliated IHMs

These institutes provide industry focused training in hotel operations, food production, front office, housekeeping and hospitality management.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with English as a subject from a recognized board.

Appearing Candidates

Students appearing in Class 12 exams can apply provisionally. Proof of passing must be submitted during admission.

Age Limit

There is no age limit as per current education policy norms.

Physical Fitness

A medical fitness certificate is required at the time of admission.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC (NCL)	₹1000
EWS	₹700
SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender	₹450

Payment can be made via debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start	26 December 2025
Last Date to Apply	25 March 2026
Exam Date	25 April 2026
Admit Card	To be announced
Result	To be announced

Exam Pattern

Section	No. of Questions
Numerical Ability & Analytical Aptitude	15
Reasoning & Logical Deduction	15
General Knowledge & Current Affairs	15
English Language	45
Aptitude for Service Sector	30
Total	120

Exam Centres in Assam

Guwahati
Jorhat
Dibrugarh

How to Apply for NCHM JEE 2026

Visit the official NTA NCHM exam portal
Register with basic details
Fill personal and academic information
Upload photo, signature and required documents
Pay the application fee
Submit and download the confirmation page

Important Web-Links of NCHM JEE Application

Resource	Link
Online Application Form	Click Here
Last Date Extension Notice	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Information Brochure	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

FAQs – NCHM JEE 2026

1. What is NCHM JEE?
It is a national entrance test for admission into hotel management degree programs at IHMs.

2. Is there negative marking?
Yes. One mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.

3. What is the duration of the exam?
Two hours.

4. Can Class 12 appearing students apply?
Yes, on a provisional basis.

5. What career options are available after this course?
Graduates can work in hotels, airlines, cruise lines, event management, tourism and hospitality startups.

Conclusion

NCHM JEE 2026 is the gateway to India’s top hotel management institutes. With structured training and strong industry exposure, this program opens doors to global hospitality careers. Early preparation and timely application are important to secure admission.

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