General Knowledge Questions for NCHMCT JEE

National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination 2027 ( NCHMCT JEE )

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17 Apr '27 - 22 Apr '27

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Updated on Sep 23, 2026 22:47 IST
General Knowledge is an important part of the NCHMCT JEE preparation. Candidates should prepare questions from areas such as Indian history, geography, sports, awards, science, hospitality, tourism, important organisations and current affairs. Regular practice can help students improve their speed and accuracy in this section.

General Knowledge is an important part of the NCHMCT JEE preparation. Candidates should prepare questions from areas such as Indian history, geography, sports, awards, science, hospitality, tourism, important organisations and current affairs. Regular practice can help students improve their speed and accuracy in this section.

The General Knowledge and Current Affairs section is included in the NCHMCT JEE syllabus. Candidates should also keep track of important national and international events while preparing. 

Table of contents
  • NCHMCT JEE General Knowledge Questions
  • Hospitality GK Questions for NCHMCT JEE
  • Topics to Prepare for NCHMCT JEE General Knowledge
  • How to Prepare General Knowledge for NCHMCT JEE?

NCHMCT JEE General Knowledge Questions

Candidates can practise the following NCHMCT JEE GK questions to understand the type of topics they should cover.

Question 1

Who is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi
    B. Dr BR Ambedkar
    C. Jawaharlal Nehru
    D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Answer: B. Dr BR Ambedkar

Question 2

Which is the largest state in India by area?

  1. Maharashtra
    B. Madhya Pradesh
    C. Rajasthan
    D. Uttar Pradesh

Answer: C. Rajasthan

Question 3

Which city is known as the Pink City of India?

  1. Jaipur
    B. Jodhpur
    C. Udaipur
    D. Bikaner

Answer: A. Jaipur

Question 4

Which is the highest civilian award in India?

  1. Padma Shri
    B. Padma Bhushan
    C. Padma Vibhushan
    D. Bharat Ratna

Answer: D. Bharat Ratna

Question 5

Which organisation is responsible for promoting tourism in India?

  1. Ministry of Tourism
    B. Ministry of Culture
    C. Ministry of Commerce
    D. Ministry of External Affairs

Answer: A. Ministry of Tourism

Question 6

Which Indian state is famous for its backwaters?

  1. Goa
    B. Kerala
    C. Tamil Nadu
    D. Karnataka

Answer: B. Kerala

Question 7

Which is the largest ocean in the world?

  1. Atlantic Ocean
    B. Indian Ocean
    C. Pacific Ocean
    D. Arctic Ocean

Answer: C. Pacific Ocean

Question 8

What is the currency of Japan?

  1. Won
    B. Yen
    C. Yuan
    D. Ringgit

Answer: B. Yen

Question 9

Which monument is located in Agra?

  1. Gateway of India
    B. Taj Mahal
    C. Charminar
    D. Victoria Memorial

Answer: B. Taj Mahal

Question 10

Which Indian city is popularly known as the City of Lakes?

  1. Jaipur
    B. Bhopal
    C. Lucknow
    D. Surat

Answer: B. Bhopal

Question 11

Which gas is present in the highest proportion in Earth's atmosphere?

  1. Oxygen
    B. Carbon dioxide
    C. Nitrogen
    D. Hydrogen

Answer: C. Nitrogen

Question 12

Where is the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization located?

  1. Paris
    B. Madrid
    C. Rome
    D. Geneva

Answer: B. Madrid

Question 13

Which Indian state is famous for its tea production and Kaziranga National Park?

  1. Assam
    B. West Bengal
    C. Sikkim
    D. Meghalaya

Answer: A. Assam

Question 14

Which sport is associated with the term 'Grand Slam'?

  1. Cricket
    B. Tennis
    C. Hockey
    D. Football

Answer: B. Tennis

Question 15

Which is the smallest continent in the world?

  1. Europe
    B. Antarctica
    C. Australia
    D. South America

Answer: C. Australia

Hospitality GK Questions for NCHMCT JEE

Since NCHMCT JEE is conducted for admission to hospitality and hotel management programmes, candidates should also prepare basic hospitality and tourism-related GK.

Question 16

What does the term 'front office' refer to in a hotel?

  1. Food preparation area
    B. Guest reception and related services
    C. Housekeeping store
    D. Laundry section

Answer: B. Guest reception and related services

Question 17

Which department is mainly responsible for cleaning and maintaining guest rooms?

  1. Front Office
    B. Housekeeping
    C. Food Production
    D. Accounts

Answer: B. Housekeeping

Question 18

Which department is responsible for preparing food in a hotel?

  1. Food Production
    B. Front Office
    C. Housekeeping
    D. Human Resources

Answer: A. Food Production

Question 19

Which city is famous for the Golden Temple?

  1. Amritsar
    B. Chandigarh
    C. Patiala
    D. Ludhiana

Answer: A. Amritsar

Question 20

Which Indian state is a major destination for beach tourism?

  1. Goa
    B. Haryana
    C. Punjab
    D. Bihar

Answer: A. Goa

Topics to Prepare for NCHMCT JEE General Knowledge

Candidates should cover the following topics while preparing for the GK section:

  • Indian history

  • Indian geography

  • Indian polity

  • Indian economy

  • General science

  • Sports

  • Awards and honours

  • Important personalities

  • Books and authors

  • Important days

  • Countries and capitals

  • Currencies

  • International organisations

  • National parks and wildlife

  • Indian culture and heritage

  • Tourism in India

  • Famous monuments

  • Hospitality industry

  • Hotel industry

  • Food and cuisine

  • Travel and tourism

  • Current affairs

How to Prepare General Knowledge for NCHMCT JEE?

Candidates should combine static GK and current affairs during their preparation. Make short notes for important facts and revise them regularly. Focus on India-related topics, tourism, hospitality, important places, awards, sports and major national and international events.

Practising MCQs is also important. It helps candidates become familiar with different question formats and improves their ability to recall information quickly.

NCHMCT JEE GK Preparation Tips

  • Read current affairs regularly.

  • Make short notes of important events.

  • Revise static GK every week.

  • Focus on tourism and hospitality-related facts.

  • Learn important national and international organisations.

  • Practise GK MCQs regularly.

  • Revise important awards, sports events and appointments.

  • Include Indian history, geography and culture in your preparation.

  • Take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.

  • Revise previously attempted questions before the exam.

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