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National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination 2025 ( NCHMCT JEE )

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NCHMCT JEE Seat Allotment 2025 college-wise list will be released by the National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology soon. Check here the list of colleges accepting NCHMCT JEE 2025 scores for the academic year 2025-26. NCHMCT JEE is held for admission in BSc (HHA) course that is offered jointly by NCHMCT and IGNOU. 

NCHMCT JEE Seat Allotment 2025: The National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology will release the college-wise NCHMCT JEE Seat Allotment 2025 list. The NCHMCT JEE seat allotment 2025 registration for JEE and Non-JEE candidates is completely online. The official website for registering for NCHMCT Counselling is nchmcounselling.nic.in. The score of this exam is accepted by 21 central IHMs, 25 state IHMs,1 PSU IHM, and 27 Private IHMs, all affiliated with NCHMCT. The NCHMCT JEE Result will be declared online.

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Seats on offer for admission at Institutes of Hotel Management (IHM) through NCHMCT JEE scores have been increasing over the years. The NCHMCT JEE counselling website has informed that 12,707 seats are up for grabs based on performance in this national-level hospitality entrance exam. Candidates can go through the seats available for admission through NCHMCT JEE exam in the table below:

Q:   When the NCHMCT JEE 2025 exam will be conducted?

A:

The NCHMCT JEE 2025 exam date has not been announced yet. The exam will be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mode at various test centers across India.

Here is a tentative schedule for the NCHMCT JEE 2025:

  • Release of Notification: February 2025
  • Application Form Opening: February 2025
  • Application Form Closing: April 2025
  • Admit Card Release: 15 days before the exam
  • Examination Date: May 2025
  • Result Announcement: June 2025
  • Counselling: June-July 2025

Please note that these are just tentative dates, and the actual dates may vary. It is always best to check the NTA website for the latest information.

Q:   Is the NCHMCT JEE fee refundable?

A:

The NCHMCT JEE application fee is not refundable under any circumstances, including withdrawal from the application or non-appearance in the exam. However, a partial refund of INR. 20,000 is available for candidates who cancel their seat allocation after being allotted a seat. This refund is subject to the deduction of INR. 1000 and will be processed within 45 days of the start of the academic session. For more details on the refund policy, refer to the official NCHMCT JEE website.

Q:   Is it mandatory to attend the NCHMCT JEE for a Bachelor of Hotel Management?

A:
No, taking the NCHMCT JEE is not required to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Hotel Management programme. This exam is required for enrollment in the B.Sc. (HHA) programme at the Institute of Hotel Management. Other than government IHMs, around 27 private IHMs also accept the NCHMCT JEE score for admission to a Bachelor's course. There are many other colleges, such as Chandigarh University, Welcomgroup, and Servo Hospitality School, that accept admission without the NCHMCT JEE. You can check the names of colleges where you can apply without appearing in the NCHMCT JEE exam at this link: https://www.shiksha.com/hospitality-travel/hotel-hospitality-management/colleges/colleges-india.

Year of NCHMCT JEE Exam

No. of Seats Available for Admission

2017

8,124 seats

2018

8,738 seats

2019

 

8,684 [BSc Hospitality and Hotel Administration (BSc HHA)] seats

158 [BSc HHA course with vegetarian cooking option] seats

2020

12,695 seats

2022

12,045 seats

2023 

12,695 seats (until revised)

2024

12,707 (revised)

Aspirants can go through the list of colleges and seats available for admission if they have cleared NCHMCT JEE 2025. Earlier, only six IHMs used to offer BSc Hospitality and Hotel Administration (HHA) courses with vegetarian cooking options but now all IHMs offer this course. Elaborating on the same the official website informs, “The BSc HHA programme (Generic & Vegetarian) is available along with the Vegetarian candidates in all the affiliated Institute of Hotel Management but only vegetarian practical option is available for vegetarian candidates. However, other theory classes will be at par with the other students”.

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NCHMCT JEE 2025: Seats on offer at Colleges Accepting Exam Scores

Candidates can go through seats in BSc Hospitality Management course offered at colleges accepting NCHMCT JEE 2025 scores for admission.

Seats offered by the Central Government aided IHMs

Name of the institute Number of seats
IHM New Delhi, Est 1962 321
IHM Hyderabad 300
IHM Lucknow, Est 1969 360
IHM Gwalior, Est 1987 315
IHM Kolkata, Est 1963 400
IHM Chandigarh, Est 1990 303
IHM Goa, Est 1968 443
IHM Gurdaspur, Est 1994 247
IHM Guwahati, Est 1984 242
IHM Hajipur, Est 1998 300
IHM Jaipur, Est 1989 316
IHM Shillong, Est 2002 169
IHM Shimla, Est 1984 400
IHM Srinagar, Est 1982 213
IHM Kovalam, Est 1990 298

Seats offered by the State Government aided IHMs

Name of the institute Number of seats
Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management, Est 1973 137
Delhi Institute of Hotel Management, Est 1983 96
IHM Dehradun, Est 2006 147
IHM Faridabad, Est 1989 140
SIHM Gangtok, Est 1990 84
SIHM Jodhpur, Est 1996 120
SIHM Kozhikode, Est 1981 126
IHM Kurukshetra, Est 2008 130
IHM Bathinda, Est 2009 120
SIHM Hamirpur, Est 2009 120
IHM Silvassa, Est 2010 105
SIHM Tiruchirapalli, Est 1981 90
SIHM Rohtak, Est 2009 160
SIHM Pondicherry, Est 1991 120
SIHM Panipat, Est 1973 120
Dr YSR NITHM, Est 2004 120
SIHM Indore, Est 2012 120
SIHM Tirupati, Est 2009 60
SIHM Yamuna Nagar, Est 2015 100
Telangana State Institute of Hotel Management, Est 2011 60
SIHM Durgapur 120
SIHM Balangir, Est 2004 60
SIHM Gaya, Est 2009 60
SIHM Ranchi, Est 2019 60
SIHM Udaipur, Est 1989 60

Seats offered by the Private IHMs

Name of the institute Number of seats
Chandigarh College of Hotel Management, Est 2001 120
Chitkara School of Hospitality, Est 2005 150
Institute of Hotel Management, Est 1987 180
Oriental School of Hotel Management, Est 1995 120
Ranjita Institute of Hotel Management, Est 120
Institute of Hotel Management- Shri Shakti, Est 1993 120
SRM Institute of Hotel Management, Est 1993 120
Munnar Catering College, Est 1984 60
CT Institute of Hotel Management, Est 2004 60
St. Soldier Institute of Hotel Management 50
The Lalit Suri Hospitality School, Est 2013 200
Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management, Est 2005 90
IHM Chandigarh University 120
Jodhpur Institute of Hotel Management, Est 1996 120
Sunder Deep College of Hotel Management, Est 80
SRM Institute of Catering Technology & Hotel Management, Est 1997 60
DewanVs Institute of Hotel Management, Est 1996 60
Heritage Institute of Hotel & Tourism 120
RIG Institute of Hospitality & Management, Est 2007 120
Poornima Institute of Hotel Management, Est 2019 80
Ambala Institute of Hotel Management, Est 2019 60
SRM Institute of Hotel Management 60
Leo Academy of Hospitality Tourism & Management, Est 2007 100
Kukreja Institute of Hotel Management, Est 2005 120
V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education, Est 2014 --

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Q:   Will NCHMCT JEE exam 2025 be conducted online or offline?

A:

There will be an online computer-based test for the National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology Joint Entrance Exam. With the exception of the English part, all of the questions on the bilingual question paper are available in both Hindi and English. Students are given systems to use during exam attempts, and they must respond to questions on these systems.

Q:   What all things are not allowed to be carried in NCHMCT JEE 2025 Exam hall?

A:

Candidates are not allowed to carry following items to NCHMCT JEE Examination hall:

  • Instruments 
  • Geometry or Pencil box 
  • Handbag 
  • Purse 
  • Any kind of Paper / Stationery / Textual material (printed or written material) 
  • Eatables (loose or packed) 
  • Mobile Phone / Earphone/ Microphone/ Pager 
  • Calculator 
  • DocuPen 
  • Slide Rules 
  • Log Tables 
  • Camera 
  • Tape Recorder 
  • Electronic Watches with facilities of calculator 
  • Any metallic item or electronic gadgets / devices 

Q:   Is it advisable to take year drop for NCHMCT JEE Exam?

A:

You can retake the exam and increase your chances of receiving the target score by taking a drop year. However, by studying for the same exam, taking a year off means losing another year. You are up against the same rivalry and pressure as previously.
A drop year allows you to prepare for the exam again and it gives you hope of getting the desired score this time. But, taking a year drop means losing another year by preparing for the same exam. You have to face the same competition and stress as you did before.

Q:   When is the right time to begin solving NCHMCT JEE 2025 practice papers?

A:

There's no set period to begin working through the NCHMCT JEE 2025practice papers. It is recommended that you start solving the NCHMCT JEE 2025 practice paper as soon as you begin preparing for the exam. Completing the NCHMCT JEE 2025 question paper might assist you in comprehending the exam's general format and degree of difficulty.

Q:   How are seats allocated to candidates during the NCHMCT JEE counseling process?

A:

During the NCHMCT JEE counseling process, seats are allocated to candidates based on the following criteria:

  • Candidates are ranked based on their performance in the NCHMCT JEE exam. Higher ranks are given priority during the seat allocation process.
  • Choice Filling: After registering for counseling, candidates fill in their preferred courses and colleges. The choices made during this step significantly impact seat allocation.
  • Seat Availability: The allocation is also dependent on the number of seats available in the chosen courses and colleges. If a preferred choice is fully booked, candidates may be allocated to their next preferred option.
  • Category Reservations: Seats are reserved for various categories (e.g., SC, ST, OBC, EWS) as per government norms. This may affect the seat allocation for candidates from different categories.
  • Multiple Rounds of Counseling: The counseling process may occur in several rounds. Candidates who do not receive a seat in the initial round may have another chance in subsequent rounds based on their rank and preferences.
  • Fee Payment: Once a seat is allocated, candidates must pay the required admission fee to confirm their seat. Failure to do so may result in the seat being offered to another candidate.
  • Reporting to Allotted College: After payment, candidates must report to the allotted college for further admission formalities.

These steps ensure a fair and systematic allocation of seats based on merit and candidate preferences. Always check the official NCHMCT website for any updates or specific details regarding the counseling process.

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Yes, you can apply for NCHMCT JEE. There is no particular stream required for this exam, but you must have English as a subject in class 12th. This entrance exam is for undergraduate programs in Hotel Management and Catering Technology. If you are interested in this field, you can apply and start yo

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No, you cannot appear for the NCHMCT JEE (National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination) if you have not cleared your Class 12th examination. The eligibility criteria for the NCHMCT JEE require candidates to have passed the Class 12 exam or an equivalent examination from a recogni

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The NCHMCT JEE (National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The NCHMCT JEE is conducted in single slots on the same day, allowing a larger number of candidates to participate. NTA is responsible for holding the exam fair and co

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The difficulty level of the NCHMCT JEE exam can vary depending on a student's preparation and background. For an average student, the exam might be challenging but not insurmountable. Here are some factors to consider:

  • The exam covers subjects like English, General Knowledge, Reasoning, and Numerical

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The NCHMCT JEE score is accepted by various colleges and institutes across India for admission to hospitality and hotel management programs. Some of the prominent institutions include:

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