NCHMCT JEE Books 2026: Subject-wise NCHMCT JEE Preparation Books

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

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NCHM JEE Books 2026: The NCHMCT JEE is a popular hospitality and hotel management entrance exam. Therefore, a wide variety of books and study materials are available for the exam prep. Those planning to appear for the NCHMCT Joint Entrance Exam 2026 should know about the preparation books. Selecting the right NCHM JEE preparation books is very important. Students should only refer to books for NCHM JEE 2026 that are based on the exam pattern and syllabus.
Students can also follow previous question papers, books suggested by toppers, and reputable mock tests to prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2026. Candidates can refer to the books for NCHMJEE 2026 as mentioned on this page, as these are the recommended books that will help them gain the required skills to score well in the examination.

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE Question Papers 2026

Table of contents
  • NCHMCT JEE Preparation Books 2026
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern Overview
  • Best Books for NCHMCT JEE 2026 General Knowledge and Scientific Aptitude Section
  • Besk Books for NCHMCT JEE 2026: Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude Section
  • Best Books for NCHMCT JEE 2026: English Language Section
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026: Books for Service Aptitude Section
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NCHMCT JEE Preparation Books 2026

Check out the top books for NCHM JEE 2026 preparation below.

Subject / Category

Recommended Books

General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Scientific Aptitude

Manorama Yearbook 2023–2025

Pratiyogita Darpan 2023–2025

Pearson India Yearbook 2024–2025

Lucent’s GK 2024–2025

Competition Review Yearbook 2023–2025

Arihant General Knowledge 2023 or 2024–2025

General Science by Disha Experts 2024–2025

Numerical Ability & Analytical Aptitude

S Chand’s 30 Days Wonder for Maths

Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal

English Language

English for Competitive Examinations by Wren & Martin

Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Pearson

Arihant General English for All Competitive Examinations

English Grammar by Tata McGraw-Hill

Service Aptitude

R. Gupta’s Book for Hotel Management

Additional Recommended Books (Overall Preparation)

Arihant Study Package for Hotel Management & Hospitality Administration

Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide by Gladvin Rego

How to Prepare for the Hotel Management Entrance Examination by Thorpe

Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide by Dr. R. P. Datason

Ramesh Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide (RPH Editorial Board)

10 Mock Tests for Hotel Management Entrances by Dharmendra Mittal

Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide by Jawahar Book Centre

Hotel Management & Catering Technology Entrance Exam Guide by V.V.K. Subburaj

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NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern Overview

According to the exam pattern of NCHMCT JEE 2026: 

  • The NCHM JEE paper will carry multiple-choice based questions

  • The exam timings will be from  9 am to 12 pm.
  • NCHMCT JEE exam is divided into different sections which are: Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude, Reasoning and Logical Deduction, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, English Language, and Aptitude for Service Sector
  • Four marks will be awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark per incorrect answer will be deducted from the total scores.

Since, the syllabus for NCHMCT JEE is so diverse, Shiksha advises aspirants to go through some reference books/ material so that they can fare well in the entrance exam. Candidates should also make an effort to access NCHMCT JEE previous year question papers and attempt the questions asked so that they can develop a better understanding of the exam pattern and type of questions that are asked in the exam.

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Best Books for NCHMCT JEE 2026 General Knowledge and Scientific Aptitude Section

GK, Current Affairs and Scientific Aptitude is one such section where candidates need to prepare recent events. They should cover past one year events to score well. Candidates can refer to the following books as recommended by the experts for this section:

  • Manorama Yearbook 2023-2025
  • Pratiyogita Darpan 2023-2025
  • Pearson India Yearbook 2024-2025
  • Lucent’s GK 2024-2025
  • Competition Review Yearbook 2023-2025
  • Arihant General Knowledge 2023 or 2024-2025
  • General Science by Disha Experts 2024-2025

Also Read: NCHM JEE 2026 Section-wise preparation tips

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Besk Books for NCHMCT JEE 2026: Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude Section

The numerical ability and analytical aptitude is one such section where candidates need to practice frequently in order to score well in NCHM JEE 2026. Therefore, they should refer the NCHM JEE books for practice that provide ample sample questions based on syllabus of this section. The best books for NCHMCT JEE 2026 Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude section are as under:

  • S Chand’s 30 days wonder for Maths
  • RS Aggarwal (Quantitative Aptitude)
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Best Books for NCHMCT JEE 2026: English Language Section

When it comes to scoring in English section of any competitive exam, candidates should rely on the best books of all time. Therefore, best books for NCHM JEE 2026 English section are as under:

  • English for Competitive examinations (including descriptive and objective type questions) by Wren and Martin
  • Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Pearson’s English
  • Arihant General English for all Competitive Examinations
  • English grammar by Tata McGraw-Hill
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NCHMCT JEE 2026: Books for Service Aptitude Section

For NCHM JEE 2026, the recommended books for Service Aptitude section are as under:

  • R Gupta’s book for Hotel Management

Other books that candidates should consider going through for NCHMCT JEE preparation are:

  • Arihant Study Package for Hotel Management and Hospitality Administration
  • Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide by Gladvin Rego
  • How to Prepare For the Hotel Management Entrance Examination by Thorpe
  • Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide by Dr R P Datason
  • Ramesh Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide by RPH Editorial Board
  • Dharmendra Mittal’s 10 Mock Tests For Hotel Management Entrances
  • Hotel Management Entrance Exam Guide By Jawahar Book Centre
  • Hotel Management Catering Technology: Entrance Exam, Guide by VVK Subburaj

Apart from going through the above-mentioned books, students are also advised to go through sample questions and mock tests for NCHMCT JEE 2026.

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