NCHMCT JEE 2025 Preparation in 3 Months: Study Plan, Preparation Tips

National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination 2026 ( NCHMCT JEE )

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Updated on Apr 26, 2025 15:30 IST

Cracking NCHMCT JEE 2025 is mandatory for admission to different Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs). If you also want to get admission to an IHM and study BSc in Hospitality & Hotel Management, this article dedicated to NCHMCT JEE 2025 preparation is for you. It will help you learn how to prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2025 in three months

How to prepare for NCHMCT JEE in 3 months?

How to prepare for NCHMCT JEE in 3 months?

Scoring well in the NCHMCT JEE 2025 is not a hard nut to crack, but you need the right preparation strategy to achieve a high score in this entrance exam and get admission to one of the reputed Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs). This article will help you learn how to prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2025 in 3 months. Its objective is to help candidates understand how they can achieve maximum output from their preparation for the NCHMCT JEE 2025. This article is not about the candidates' guaranteed success in the NCHMCT JEE in preparation for three months. It encourages candidates to use the right preparation tips for the exam in a short time. NCHMCT JEE Exam Date is April 28, 2025.

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Table of content
  • NCHMCET JEE 2025 Exam Pattern
  • How to Prepare for NCMCT JEE 2025 in 3 Months?
  • 2. Solve NCHMCT JEE Sample Papers
  • 3. Take NCHMCT JEE Mock Test
  • NCHMCT JEE 2025 Section-Wise Preparation
  • NCHMCT JEE 2025 Additional Preparation Tips
  • Three-Month Study Plan NCHMCT JEE 2025
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NCHMCET JEE 2025 Exam Pattern

The first step to preparing for an entrance exam is to understand its nature, including the type of questions asked, the total number of these questions, the subjects from which questions come, the exam duration, and the mode. Thus, understanding the NCHMCT exam pattern will also help candidates know the nature of the exam, including some of the most important details related to it, and prepare accordingly. 

Check the NCHMCET JEE exam pattern below:

NCHMCT JEE Exam Pattern
Exam Mode Computer Based Test (conducted at exam centres)
Exam Duration 3 hours (180 minutes)
Test Subjects / Sections

Five sections: 

  • Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude
  • Reasoning and Logical Deduction
  • General Knowledge & Current Affairs
  • English Language
  • Aptitude for Service Sector
Test Paper Languages English and Hindi
Type of Questions

Objevtive Questions / Multiple Choice-based Questions (MCQs)

Number of Questions 200 Questions
Total Marks 800 Marks
Marking Scheme
  • +4 marks for a correct answer
  • - 1 mark for a wrong answer 
  • 0 mark for an unattempted answer

NCHMCT JEE Section-Wise Marks Distribution

Candidates who are preparing for the NCHMCT JEE also need to know the section-wise mark distributions for each section of the NCHMCT JEE question paper. This strategy will allow them to identify the sections or areas in which they need to put more effort to score high in the entrance exam.

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Section

No. of Questions

Marks per Section

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

30

120

Reasoning and Logical Deduction

30

120

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

30

120

English Language

60

240

Aptitude for Service Sector

50

200

Total

200

800

How to Prepare for NCMCT JEE 2025 in 3 Months?

Now, when you have a complete understanding of the NCHMCT JEE 2025, you can use further steps for NCHMCT JEE 2025 preparation in 3 months:

1. Prepare According to NCHMCT JEE 2025 Syllabus

There is no benefit in practicing topics that are not included in the NCHMCT JEE syllabus because such topics will waste your time and efforts. Thus, you need to prepare and learn the topics mentioned in the NCHMCET JEE syllabus. Check out the syllabus for NCHMCT JEE below:

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Syllabus for Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

This subject includes mathematics-related topics of difficulty up to the Class 10 level of math. Prominent topics in this section include Number Sytems, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Compund Interest, Simple Interest etc.

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Syllabus for Reasoning and Logical Deduction

This sections includes topics related Analytical Reasoning and Logical Reasoning. Some important topics related Reasoning and Logical Deducation section of the NCHMCT JEE exam are Coding and Decoding, 

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Syllabus for English

This section of the NCHMCT JEE exam includes both Grammar and Reading Comprehension-related questions. Main topics related to this section are Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases, One Word Substitution etc. 

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Syllabus for General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Along with current affairs, this section includes the following sections of General Knowledge:

  • Books and authors
  • Famous personalities
  • Currencies
  • Geopolitical Issues
  • International Relations-related Matters
  • Animals
  • Inventions and discoveries
  • Languages
  • Music
  • Dances
  • World organisations
  • Disasters
  • Statistical data of the World
  • Prizes and awards
  • Fashion Events
  • Solar System
  • Earth
  • Natural calamities
  • Sports

NCHMCT JEE Syllabus for Aptitude for Secrvice Sector

The syllabus for the Aptitude for Service Sector section of the NCMHCT JEE exam covers the following topics:

  • Customer Service
  • Business Communication
  • Computer Skills

In addition to these core topics, the Aptitude for Service Sector section may also include questions on the following:

  • Problem-solving
  • Logical reasoning
  • Quantitative reasoning:

2. Solve NCHMCT JEE Sample Papers

Aspirants who want to crack NCHMCT JEE 2025 also need to solve NCMCHT JEE's previous years' question papers to prepare well for the entrance exam in a short amount of time. 

Now, the question comes: where can I get previous years' question papers of NCHMCT JEE? 

The answer to this question is that you can find previous years' question papers of NCHMCT JEE in books designed for NCHMCT JEE preparation. In these books, you can find past 5-7 years' question papers of NCHMCT JEE with their respective answer keys. You can solve these question papers to understand the topics on which you need to focus more to crack the NCHMCT JEE 2025.

Check out below the list of best books for NCHMCT JEE containing previous years' question papers: 

Book Author / Publication
NCHMCT-JEE (National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology) Joint Entrance Exam (Previous Years Papers - Solved) RPH Editorial Board
The Ultimate Guide for Hotel Management NCHMCT JEE Entrance Exam 2024 Deepali Sanjeev Dixit , Sushil Singh
The Ultimate Guide for Hotel Management & 17 Years' Solved Papers NCHMCT JEE Entrance Exam 2024 ARIHNAT EXPERT

You can purchase these books from any bookstore or buy online from e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart.

3. Take NCHMCT JEE Mock Test

Candidates can also take NCHMCT JEE free mock tests offered by the National Testing Agency (NTA). To take these NCHMCT JEE mock tests, use these steps: 

  • Go to the official website of NTA - https://nta.ac.in/ 
  • Click on "Mock Test" tab available on the homepage of the website. 
  • Now, select "NCHM" as your mock test paper and select the year for which you want to take the mock test (previous years' mock test). 
  • Click on the "START MOCK TEST" button and your NCHMT JEE mock test will start. 

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Section-Wise Preparation 

Preparing different sections of the NCHMCT JEE exam can help you achieve expertise in specific sections. Hence, you can score high in these sections. 

Check out section-wise preparation tips for NCHMCT JEE 2025 here: 

NCHMCT JEE Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

  • Learn mathematical formulae related to the Class 10 maths syllabus, number squares, cubes, square roots and cube roots. Learning these formulae and numerical values will help you solve Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude-related questions of the NCHMCT JEE exam quickly and accurately. 
  • Also, focus on solving maths-topics that are relevant to the NCHMCET JEE syllabus. This approach will help you devote time only on the important topics and score high in the section.

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Reasoning and Logical Deduction

  • To prepare for this section, clear concepts related to Analytical and Logical Reasoning because most questions in this section are asked on Analytical and Logical Reasoning. 
  • Learn tricks and shortcuts related to Analytical and Logical Reasoning to solve questions in this section quickly and correctly. 
  • The tricks and shortcuts related to Analytical and Logical Reasoning can be found in Reasoning books written or published by reputed authors and publications.

NCHMCT JEE 2025 English

  • Learn important vocabulary, antonyms, synonyms, and one-word subtitutions to perform well in the English section of the NCHMCT JEE exam. 
  • Also, clear basic concepts of Grammar to solve Grammatical errors related questions in this section.
  • Moreover, read newspaper, magazine, and online articles and try to understand their meaning to solve passage-based questions in the Reading Comprehension sub-section of the English section of the NCHMCT JEE exam.

NCHMCT JEE 2025 General Knowledge and Current Affairs

  • Read current affairs and general knowledge-related magazines such as, Pratiyogita Darpan and Year Book to learn general knowledge and current affairs. 
  • Join social media groups, such as Telegram and Facebook groups related to NCHMCT JEE preparation to discuss and solve important topics of general knowledge and current affairs.

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Aptitude for Service Sector

To prepare for the Aptitude for Service Sector section of NCHMCT JEE, candidates need to learn the concepts and morals related to the hospitality service. You need to learn theories and concepts related to service sector to score well in this section. These theories and concepts can be found in online learning resources, such as online articles, e-books and YouTube videos.

NCHMCT JEE 2025 Additional Preparation Tips 

The follwoing additional tips can also help you to prepare for NCHMCT JEE: 

  • Prepare a timetable and spend time on exam preparation every day. 
  • Take care of your health by eating healthy and getting proper sleep.
  • Work on immunity by doing mild exercises that can help you stay fit and study regularly.
  • Keep yourself hydrated by drinking water to avoid illness. 
  • Do not consume negative content to keep yourself mentally healthy. 
  • Do not panic. Stay calm and use your energy and remaining time for exam preparation.

Three-Month Study Plan NCHMCT JEE 2025 

A three-month study plan for NCHMCT JEE preparation 2025 has been provided below:

Months NCHMCT JEE Study Plan
First Month

Learn Topics related to NCHMCT JEE syllabus

Solve section-wise questions for NCHMCT JEE

Second Month

Solve previous years' question papers of NCHMCT JEE

Solve these question papers at least 3 times in the second month

Third Month Take NCHMCT JEE mock tests at NTA's website

The NCHMCT JEE study plan is subject to personal preference. Aspirants can shuffle the steps in the study according to their preferences.

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NCHMCT JEE 2026 application correction facility will be available shortly before the issue of admit card by the NTA. Candidates will be notified through the official website and emails.

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Answered a week ago

Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 12 or equivalent examination with English as a compulsory subject to apply for NCHMCT JEE 2026. The exam has no minimum marks requirement.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

The age limit for appearing in NCHMCT JEE 2026 is 25 years for General / EWS / OBC candidates and 27 years for SC / ST / PwD students as of July 1, 2026.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

The application fee for NCHMCT JEE 2026 is INR 1,000 for general (UR) / OBC- (NCL), INR 750 for Gen-EWS, and INR 450 for SC / ST / PwD / Transgender students.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

There will be a total of 30 questions from the Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude. 

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam pattern includes five sections: Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude, Reasoning and Logical Deduction, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, English Language, and Aptitude for Service Sector. There is a total of 200 questions conducted in CBT online.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The official website of NCHMCT JEE 2026 is nchmjee.nta.nic.in.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

NCHMCT JEE 2026 is accepted by 21 central IHMs, 25 state IHMs,1 PSU IHM, and 27 Private IHMs that are affiliated to NCHMCT.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

In NCHMCT JEE exam, 4 marks are given for each correct response and -1 for each incorrect response. There are no marks for unattempted questions and negative marking for Non-MCQ questions.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The NCHMCT JEE exam duration is 3 hours. The exam is conducted as a computer-based test in both English and Hindi languages.

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