How to Prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2026 in 3 Months: Strategy & Tips

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

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Cracking NCHMCT JEE 2026 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 2026 preparation is for you. It will help you learn how to prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2026 in three months

How to prepare for NCHMCT JEE in 3 months?

NCHM JEE 2026 is scheduled to be held in 2nd week of April 2026. Registration and application form submission will start from second week of December 2025. With only 3 months left in hands, students need a strategic approach and preparation tips to score well in the test. 

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Scoring well in the NCHMCT JEE 2026 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 2026 in 3 months. Its objective is to help candidates understand how they can achieve maximum output from their preparation for the NCHMCT JEE 2026. 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 (second week), 2026.

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE Registration 2026 (OUT Soon) LIVE Updates: Application Date, Fees & Link to Apply

Table of contents
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern
  • How to Prepare for NCMCT JEE 2026 in 3 Months?
  • 2. Solve NCHMCT JEE Sample Papers
  • 3. Take NCHMCT JEE Mock Test
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Section-Wise Preparation
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Three-Month Study Plan
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Additional Preparation Tips
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NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern

NCHMCT has released NCHMCT JEE 2026 information brochure on its official website. The brochure includes NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam date, fee details, participating institutes, NCHMCT JEE syllabus, pattern, and other important details. Students can check details of NCHM JEE syllabus here

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 NCHM JEE entrance exam pattern below:

Exam

NCHMCT JEE 2026 

NCHMCT full form

National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology

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)

Exam Mode

Computer Based Test (CBT) — English & Hindi

Total Questions / Marks

200 questions — 200 marks

Marking scheme

+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

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NCHMCT JEE Section-Wise Marks Distribution

Candidates who are preparing for the NCHM 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 on the entrance exam.

Section

No. of Questions

Marks

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

30

30

Reasoning and Logical Deduction

30

30

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

30

30

English Language

60

60

Aptitude for Service Sector

50

50

Total

200

200

How to Prepare for NCMCT JEE 2026 in 3 Months?

Now, when you have a complete understanding of the NCHMCT JEE 2026, you can use further steps for NCHMCT JEE 2026 preparation in 3 months:

1. Prepare According to NCHMCT JEE 2026 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 NCHM JEE syllabus. Check out the syllabus for NCHMCT JEE below:

NCHMCT JEE 2026 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 Systems, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Compound Interest, Simple Interest etc.

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Syllabus for Reasoning and Logical Deduction

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

NCHMCT JEE 2026 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 2026 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

Also Read: Tips to Crack NCHM JEE 2026 in 15 Days

2. Solve NCHMCT JEE Sample Papers

Aspirants who want to crack NCHMCT JEE 2026 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 2026.

Check out below the list of best books for NCHMCT JEE

Section

Book Name

Author / Publisher

Numerical Ability & Analytical Aptitude

30 Days Wonder for Maths

S Chand

Quantitative Aptitude

R.S. Aggarwal

Reasoning & Logical Deduction

Quantitative Aptitude Question Papers for Banks & Other Govt. Exams

Various

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

R.S. Aggarwal

Quantitative Aptitude eBook (All Parts Solved)

R.S. Aggarwal

Analytical Reasoning

M.K. Pandey

Verbal Reasoning Book

R.S. Aggarwal

501 Challenging Logical Reasoning Practice Book

Various

English Language

Wren and Martin

Various

Pearson’s English

Pearson

Arihant General English for All Competitive Examinations

Arihant Experts

Tata McGraw-Hill

Tata McGraw-Hill

Service Aptitude

R Gupta’s Book for Hotel Management

R. Gupta

General Preparation

Arihant Study Package for Hotel Management and Hospitality Administration

Arihant Experts

Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide

Gladvin Rego

How to Prepare For the Hotel Management Entrance Examination

Thorpe

Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide

Dr. R.P. Datason

Ramesh Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide

RPH Editorial Board

10 Mock Tests for Hotel Management Entrances

Dharmendra Mittal

Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide

Jawahar Book Centre

Hotel Management Catering Technology: Entrance Exam Guide

VVK Subburaj

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 2026 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 2026 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 2026 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 2026 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 2026 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 2026 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.

Also Read: How to Prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2026 in 2 Months

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Three-Month Study Plan 

A three-month study plan for NCHMCT JEE preparation 2026 has been provided below:

Month 1 – Basics + Understanding the Exam

Week

What to Study

Daily Goal

Week 1

English (Grammar basics), GK (Important topics), Reasoning basics

1 hour English, 1 hour GK, 1 hour Reasoning

Week 2

Numerical Ability basics (percentages, averages), English vocab

1 hour Maths, 1 hour English vocab, 30 mins GK

Week 3

Reasoning (series, patterns), Service Sector basics

1 hour Reasoning, 1 hour English, 30 mins Aptitude

Week 4

Revision of Month 1 + 1 small mock test

2 hours revision + 1 mock test (30–45 mins)

Month 2 – Practice + Speed Improvement

Week

What to Study

Daily Goal

Week 1

Maths (profit-loss, ratios, time-distance), Reasoning puzzles

1 hour Maths, 1 hour Reasoning

Week 2

English comprehension, GK current affairs

1 hour English, 1 hour GK

Week 3

Service Sector questions, English error spotting

1 hour Aptitude, 1 hour English

Week 4

Full-Length Mock Tests (2 tests this week)

1 mock test + 1 hour analysis

Month 3 – Revision + Mock Tests

Week

What to Study

Daily Goal

Week 1

Revision of all Maths + Reasoning topics

2 hours revision

Week 2

Revision of English + GK + Service Sector

2 hours revision

Week 3

Full syllabus mock tests (3 tests)

1 mock test every 2 days

Week 4

Final revision + previous year papers

2–3 hours daily revision + solve 1–2 papers

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

NCHMCT JEE 2026 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.

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