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

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Updated on Sep 2, 2025 11:38 IST

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NCHMCT JEE 2026 Question Papers: The NTA will release the question paper once the NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam is over. Candidates who are willing to appear in the NCHM JEE Exam can familiarise themselves with the NCHM JEE 2026 sample papers. Solving the NCHM JEE Mock Test 2026 and NCHMCT JEE previous year's question paper during NCHMCT JEE preparation will help candidates understand the NCHMCT JEE Exam Pattern and how to attempt the questions on exam day.  Candidates are advised to practice the free NCHMCT JEE Mock Test Series to get hold of the NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam pattern and also to understand the difficulty level.

The NCHMCT JEE Question Paper 2026 will be made available to the aspirants on the official website of NCHM JEE; i.e. nchmjee.nta.nic.in. The question paper will be released in PDF form. NCHMCT JEE 2026 paper will carry 200 questions. The NCHMCT JEE 2026 question paper mode is computer-based. Candidates must note that the mode of the language of NCHMCT JEE 2026 question paper is bilingual; i.e. English and Hindi. As per the NCHMCT JEE 2026 marking scheme, for every correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded and zero for unattempted ones. Candidates must be very careful while appearing for the NCHMCT JEE 2026 as there is negative marking. For each incorrect answer, -1 will be deducted from the total score. 

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Table of content
  • NCHMCT JEE Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
  • NCHMCT JEE Previous Years' Question Papers
  • Benefits of solving NCHMCT JEE 2026 Sample Papers
  • NCHMCT JEE Syllabus and Important Topics 2026
  • Why it is important to attempt NCHM JEE Mock Test 2026?
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 Marking Scheme
  • NCHMCT JEE Mock Test 2026
  • NCHMCT JEE Questions Papers (Previous Years' Question Papers)
  • NCHMCT JEE Preparation Guide
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NCHMCT JEE Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights

Candidates can view the detailed NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam pattern below:

Subject

No. of Questions

Marks

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

30 questions 

30 marks

Reasoning and Logical Deduction

30 questions

30 marks

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

30 questions 

30 marks 

English Language

60 questions

60 marks

Aptitude for Service Sector

50 questions

50 marks

Total

200 questions

200 marks

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NCHMCT JEE Previous Years' Question Papers

NCHMCT JEE question paper with solution pdf helps candidates to get a fair idea about what topics are important and what needs to be given more attention. Solving the NCHMCT JEE previous years' question papers will help candidates to understand the weightage of questions that will be asked in NCHM JEE 2026. It will also help candidates to know details about the NCHM Exam Pattern and how much time each section will require. However, aspirants must understand that the sample papers of NCHM JEE, Mock tests for NCHM JEE or previous years' question papers are just for practice and the NCHM Question Paper 2026 doesn't need to be asked in the exam form. There can be some surprises expected in NCHM JEE Exam in terms of difficulty level, weightage of each topic or the kinds of questions asked. 

NCHM JEE Previous Years Sample Papers

Candidates can click on the links which are given below in the table to download NCHMCT JEE sample papers.

NCHM JEE Question Paper 2024 (SET A)

NCHM JEE Question Paper 2024 (SET B)

NCHM JEE Question Paper 2023

NCHM JEE Question Paper 2022

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Benefits of solving NCHMCT JEE 2026 Sample Papers

  • Candidates can evaluate their strong and weak aspects and make preparations to strengthen their areas of weakness
  • Candidates will gain familiarity with the format, weighting of questions, and time-consuming nature of each question by completing NCHM JEE 2025 sample papers. They will also become acquainted with the NCHMCT JEE exam pattern
  • Solving sample papers is a key component in improving time management abilities
  • When a candidate wants to solve sample papers, they can download them in PDF format and view them offline
  • NCHMCT JEE 2025 sample papers give candidates more self-assurance and put them one step ahead of the competition

Also Read: NCHMCT JEE Sample Questions 2025

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NCHMCT JEE Syllabus and Important Topics 2026

The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination (NCHMCT JEE) is an entrance exam conducted for admission to various undergraduate programs in hotel management and catering technology in India. The syllabus for NCHMCT JEE typically includes the following subjects and topics:

1. Numerical Ability and Scientific Aptitude: 

Topics
Number systems Fractions and Decimals
Percentage  Ratio and Proportion
Square roots Simplification 
LCM and HCF Average
Ages Profit and Loss
Simple Interest and Compound Interest   Work and Time
Clocks and Calendars Time and Distance
Mensuration

2. Reasoning and Logical Deduction:

Topics
Series Blood Relations
Direction and Distance Analogy
Classification Statement and Conclusion
Syllogism Alphabet Test
Ranking Test Number Test
Time Sequence Test  Word Formation
Cube and Dice Venn Diagram
Mathematical Operations

3. General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

Topics
Current events Sports
Culture History
Geography General Science
Books and Authors Famous Personalities
Awards and Honors Abbreviations
Important Dates Miscellaneous

4. English Language:

Topics
Comprehension Grammar
Vocabulary Synonyms and Antonyms
Sentence Correction Jumbled Words
Tenses Idioms and Phrases
One-word Substitution Fill in the Blanks

5. Aptitude for Service Sector: 

Topics
Characteristics of the service sector Service sector in India
Introduction to Hospitality Tourism and Tourism Products
Tourism System Factors influencing tourism
Tourism in India Types of Hotels
Organisation Structure of Hotels Introduction to Hotel Industry
Role of Hotels in the Hospitality Industry Hotel Classification
Types of Rooms Front Office Operations
 Food and Beverage Service Housekeeping
Hospitality Industry in India Hotel Development and Planning
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Why it is important to attempt NCHM JEE Mock Test 2026?

  • Mock exams help applicants get ready for the real exam by simulating exam-like circumstances.
  • The NCHMCT JEE Mock Test 2026 answers will give applicants a better grasp of the format of the questions and aid in the improvement of their time management abilities.
  • Candidates will gain a better understanding of the exam pattern and structure of the entrance exam by the NCHMCT JEE curriculum 2026 by taking the NCHMCT JEE 2026 mock test.
  • Speed and accuracy are crucial components of an entrance exam. This is a result of practicing for the NCHMCT JEE practice exam in 2026.
  • Candidates can improve their weak areas and gain insight into their level of preparation by practicing several mock examinations.
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NCHMCT JEE 2026 Marking Scheme

As per the NCHM JEE Marking Scheme 2026, for each correct answer, candidates will be awarded four marks. But for every incorrect answer, one marks will be deducted.

Exam Section

Marks for Each Correct Answer

Marks for Each Incorrect Answer

Marks for Unanswered Question

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

+4

-1

0

Reasoning and Logical Deduction

+4

-1

0

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

+4

-1

0

English Language

+4

-1

0

Aptitude for Service Sector

+4

-1

0

Also Read: Know the colleges that accept NCHMCT JEE ranks for admission

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NCHMCT JEE Mock Test 2026

NTA offers free NCHMCT JEE practice exams to applicants so they can practice answering the questions. Candidates have to first register by providing the required information if they wish to take the NCHM JEE 2026 mock exam. Candidates can see the timer on the computer screen after properly registering. Applicants can then click the "start exam" button. A few other things are that applicants can click the previous and next question tabs to move through the questions. Examinees can also improve their accuracy and speed of answer by taking practice exams.

NCHMCT JEE Questions From Previous Years

Candidates can check some of the section-wise NCHMCT JEE previous year questions below:

Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

Q. Which of the following is divisible by 11?

a. 901
b. 1001
c. 1101
d. 1201

Q. What is the sum of the first 20 odd natural numbers?

a. 100
b. 200
c. 300
d. 400

Q. If the sum of a number and its square is 240, what is the number?

a. 12
b. 15
c. 18
d. 21

Q. A mixture contains milk and water in a ratio 4 : 3. If 5 litre of water is added to the mixture the ratio becomes 4 : 5. Find out the quantity of milk in the mixture.

a. 10 L

b. 20 L

c. 30 L

d. 40 L

Q. Find the square root of 156816

a. 196
b. 296
c. 396
d. 496

GK and Current Affairs

Q. Which of the following is the largest Expressway of India, that has 6 lanes, likely to be completed by 2021?

a. Yamuna Expressway

b. Delhi – Meerut Expressway
c. Himalayan Expressway

d. Purvanchal Expressway

Q. Where are the headquarters of “Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries” (OPEC) located?

a. Paris

b. Vienna

c. Brussels

d. Geneva

Q. Which international Sport is “RYDER CUP” associated with ?

a. Golf

b. Football

c. Baseball

d. Basketball

Q. Who penned this famous Quote – “Sarforoshi ki tamanna, ab hamare dil mein hai” ? 

a. Ram Prasad Bismil

b. S.C. Bose

c. Bal Gangadhar Tilak

d. Bhagat Singh

English Language

Q. Four alternatives given for idiom/ phases underline in a sentence. Choose the alternative which best express the meaning of the Idiom/ phases The king took a bird’s eye view of the issue

a. Vision of a bird

b. See without giving attention

c. A general view from above

d. Visualise

Q. In the given questions, there is a sentence of which some parts have been jumbled up.
Rearrange these parts which are labelled as A, B, C, D to produce the correct sentence. Choose
among the alternatives
EDUCATION is –
(a) Of the proper sense of responsibilities
(b) The first need
(c) In a citizen
(d) For the development
Sequence should be -

a. B, D, A, C

b. D, C, B, A

c. A, B, C, D

d. C, A, B, D

Q. In the given question there is a sentence of which some parts have been jumbled up. Rearrange
these parts which are labelled as A,B,C,D to produce the correct sentence.
Choose among the alternatives
A French woman
(a) Committed suicide
(b) Where she had put up
(c) Who had come to Kolkata
(d) By jumping from the balcony of the hotel
Sequence should be -

a. A, B, C, D

b. C, A, D, B
c. D, C, A, B

d. B, A, C, D

Aptitude for Service Sector

Q. On particularly heavy rush day in a shopping mall, you are in a queue to take the lift. A person in a wheelchair comes by. You tend to

a. Wait and see what others are doing

b. Do nothing , but wait in your place only

c. Immediately offer your place

d. Pretend you never noticed them

Q. At your workplace, you have been nick named, which you do not appreciate, You will

a. Still go along, just to appease everyone

b. Complaint to your Superior

c. Start calling names to others as well

d. Take a stand for yourself and end the name calling

Q. Your childhood friend unexpectedly visits you on a very important day of work, you will :

a. Ask him to leave as he did not inform you

b. Greet him warmly, offer him to stay at your place till you return from work

c. Call your workplace and ask for leave

d. Take him along to your office

Q. Your co-worker is constantly harping about a mistake you made. You will

a. Acknowledge your mistake & ask him to stop pointing out in a calm manner

b. Ask him to keep his mouth shut

c. Point out his mistakes in return

d. Stop talking to the co-worker

Reasoning and logical deduction 

Q. Suman walks westward for 33 meters, and then turns to her left and jogs 23 metres and then turns to her right and walks 17 metres. Again turning to her right she walks 23 metres. Determine the shortest distance between Suman’s starting point and the present location?

a. 25 metres

b. 50 metres

c. 17 metres

d. 33 metres

Q. Complete the series by finding the missing term 1, 6, 15, ______, 45, 66, 91

a. 25

b. 26

c. 27

d. 28

Q. If the letters in the word “UNDERTAKING” are rearranged in the alphabetical order, which one letter will be in the middle after the arrangement?

a. G

b. N

c. I

d. K

Answers for NCHMCT JEE Questions 

Q. No. Answer
1 b. 1001
2 d. 400
3 b. 15
4 a. 10 L
5 c. 396
6 d. Purvanchal Expressway
7 b. Vienna
8 a. Golf
9 a. Ram Prasad Bismil
10 c. A general view from above
11 a. B, D, A, C
12 b. C, A, D, B
13 c. Immediately offer your place
14 d. Take a stand for yourself and end the name calling
15 b. Greet him warmly, offer him to stay at your place till you return from work
16 a. Acknowledge your mistake & ask him to stop pointing out in a calm manner
17 b. 50 metres
18 d. 28
19 d. K

Download previous year NCHMCT JEE question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download NCHMCT JEE previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

NCHMCT JEE Questions Papers (Previous Years' Question Papers)

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NCHMCT JEE 2021 Official Question Paper - Set B
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NCHMCT JEE 2019 Official Question Paper

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

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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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Answered 3 weeks ago

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

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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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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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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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