NCHMCT JEE Preparation Tips 2026: Section-wise Strategy, Study Material & Toppers Tips

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

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Porishmita Paul
Updated on Dec 15, 2025 15:56 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Preparation: NCHMCT JEE is a very important national-level examination. National Testing Agency (NTA) holds this test once a year. This exam is the main way to get admission into undergraduate Hotel Management programmes offered by many affiliated colleges.
Because NCHMCT JEE is considered one of the toughest entrance exams for the hospitality sector, candidates must follow a smart strategy and detailed preparation plans to succeed. To crack NCHMCT JEE 2026, you need to focus on understanding the syllabus, practising mock tests regularly, and improving your time management skills. Consistent effort will help you secure a good rank.

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE Application Form 2026 (Soon)

Table of contents
  • How to prepare for NCHMCT JEE?
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern
  • NCHMCT JEE Exam Syllabus
  • NCHMCT JEE Previous Years Papers and Analysis
  • Section-wise preparation for NCHMCT JEE 2026
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How to prepare for NCHMCT JEE?

Candidates can go through the given preparation strategy below to prepare for the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam.

  • Make a preparation plan

A properly organised study schedule is the most important strategy, which should be followed by you to meet your goal. Apart from planned study, time management will also help you in meeting your target.

  • Understand exam syllabus and pattern 

Get a thorough understanding of NCHMCT JEE exam pattern and syllabus of NCHMCT JEE .

  • Gather right study material

Try to get the right study material like books, sample papers, etc. for preparation for NCHMCT JEE entrance exam. 

  • Analysis of your preparation

Analysing your preparation, revising and taking the mock tests can help you in your preparation

  • Improve Exam-Taking Strategy

Learn time management techniques to attempt maximum questions. Start with sections you are confident in to save time.

  • Stay Consistent & Motivated

Avoid long study gaps. Consistency is the key. Stay updated with hospitality-related current affairs.

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE English Language: Questions, Syllabus, Preparation Tips & Tricks

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NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Pattern

After you are all set with the preparation strategy for the NCHMCT JEE exam, next step should be knowing the structure of the paper such as subjects, marking scheme, types of questions and other similar details. Given below is the exam pattern of NCHMCT JEE. 

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NCHMCT JEE Pattern Details

Exam mode

Online (remote-proctored)

Test duration

3 hours

Test medium

Bilingual (English and Hindi)

Sections

Five Sections

Type of questions

Objective type of questions

Total marks

200

Negative marking

Yes, for each incorrect attempt 1 mark will be deducted from total marks

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE Sample Questions

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NCHMCT JEE Exam Syllabus

Along with the exam pattern, candidates need to know the syllabus on which the NCHMCT JEE Question Paper will be based. Given below are the subjects and topics that candidates need to prepare for NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam. Check out section-wise highlights for NCHMCT JEE syllabus below:

NCHMCT JEE Sections

NCHMCT JEE Syllabus Highlights

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

  • Topics for this section includes Elementary Mathematics, Percentage Calculation, Logarithms etc.

Reasoning and Logical Deduction

  • Important topics for the section include Analytical Reasoning, Direction and Distance related questions and Linear Arrangement

  • Questions will be based on blood relations, data interpretation, statements assumptions, statements arguments and statements conclusions

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

  • Proficiency will be tested based on aspirants’ knowledge about static General Knowledge and Current Affairs

  • Important topics of the sections include national, international events, sports events, inventions and discoveries

English Language

  • Proficiency will be tested based on questions related to grammar and comprehension passages

  • There will be a passage of around 160 words to check the knowledge of English and grammar

Aptitude for Service Sector

  • Questions to test candidates’ knowledge about aptitude for service sector

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NCHMCT JEE Previous Years Papers and Analysis

The paper analysis from the previous years’ question papers is very helpful for NCHMCT JEE candidates. By reviewing past papers, you will gain a complete insight into different parts of the NCHMCT JEE exam. This includes figuring out the exact types of questions asked and the general difficulty level of the exam (like how Numerical Ability is usually the toughest section).
Doing this detailed exam analysis is key because you can spot any changes in the syllabus or pattern over time. It is highly recommended to check these NCHMCT JEE paper analysis links below. This detailed information about the difficulty level will help you create a much better preparation strategy and make sure you score well in the upcoming entrance test.

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Section-wise preparation for NCHMCT JEE 2026

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Preparation Tips for English Language Section

English Language section of NCHMCT JEE is an important section of NCHMCT JEE exam. English language section consists of 60 questions. With the questions asked in the English language section of NCHMCT JEE exam, candidates' reading skills, vocabulary, and grammar is tested.

In order to prepare for this section, candidates need to practice sample/mock questions. Candidates can also refer to books including Wren and Martin, Pearson’s English, Arihant General English for all Competitive Examinations and Tata McGraw-Hill.

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Preparation Tips for General Knowledge & Current Affairs Section

The General Knowledge & Current Affairs Section of NCHMCT JEE carries 30 questions. To obtain good marks in this section, candidates need to be aware of important national and international events, sports events, important awards, history, geography and current affairs.

To score well in this section, candidates need to take GK quizzes. These tests will help candidates get an idea of types of questions asked in the exam. Candidates should also go through magazines and books to get a better knowledge of GK and current affairs events.

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Preparation Tips for Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

The Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude section of NCHMCT JEE consists of 30 questions. With the questions in this section, candidate’s knowledge of basic Mathematics and Science is tested. Candidates are advised to study Science and Maths NCERT textbook of Class 9 and Class 10. Given below are some important books suggested for candidates to help in the preparation of this section of NCHMCT JEE:

  • S Chand’s 30 days wonder for Maths

  • RS Aggarwal (Quantitative Aptitude)

Apart from this, some important topics that candidates are advised to prepare for this section are number system, profit and loss, percentages, averages, simple interest, compound interest, time-speed-distance, geometry and many other.

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Preparation Tips for Reasoning and Logical Deductions

This section of NCHMCT JEE consists of total 30 questions. With questions in this section, candidate's ability to do reasoning and deduction is tested. Important topics of this section include Mathematical Operations, Blood Relations, Codes, Counting of Figures, Completion of Figures, Data Interpretation etc.

Candidates are advised to learn squares, cubes as well as percentage equivalent of fractions and other techniques of approximations. This will help candidates to quickly get the correct answer.

Regular practice of analytics-based questions is advised to candidates. Aspirants should focus on topics like Syllogisms, Statement Assumptions, Logical Consistency and Numerical Series .

NCHMCT JEE 2026 Preparation Tips for Aptitude for Service Sector Section

Aptitude for Service Sector Section is also an important section of NCHMCT JEE exam. With questions in this section, candidates' aptitude for service sector is tested. Aspirants' interpersonal skills are also checked with questions in this section.

The marking system for Aptitude for Service Sector section is graded so there is no scope of wrong answer in this section.

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE exam analysis

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Answered 6 days ago

You can download NCHMCT JEE answer key on NCHMCT official page. Authorities will release it after the test. Keep a copy saved with you for future reference. 

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

There will be special link on NTA website for application correction. Just log in, check your details, fix mistakes, and submit. Keep checking official site, cause link only works before last date.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

After submitting, take at least 4 printouts of the confirmation page. Also print proof of fee paid and keep extra photos same as uploaded. Keep them safe for future.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

Better take 6–8 colored passport photos with white background. Keep them safe, you may need them during form, admission or counselling.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

You must scan your passport photo and signature. Photo 10–200 KB, signature 4–30 KB, jpg/jpeg only. Photo should show 80% of face, no mask, white background.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

You can pay online using net banking, debit/credit card, UPI, wallet, or Paytm. Pick one, pay, and keep proof safe for future reference.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

It depends on your category. General and OBC Non-Creamy Layer – â‚ı1000, EWS – â‚ı700, SC/ST and PwD – â‚ı450, Transgender – â‚ı450. Check carefully before paying.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

Yes, there is. General, EWS, OBC – max 25 years as of July 1, 2026. SC, ST, and PwD – also max 25, but different birthdate cutoff. Check category rules carefully before applying.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

You can apply if you passed 10+2 or similar exam. English must be there in your study. Even if you're appearing for 10+2 this year, you can apply, but final admission needs pass certificate.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

Not yet, NTA will announce soon. Keep checking official website. Only then you can fill and submit your form online.

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Porishmita Paul

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