The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination (NCHMCT JEE) 2025 for admission to the B.Sc. (Hospitality & Hotel Administration) program. This examination serves as the gateway for aspiring students to enter the hospitality industry through various prestigious institutes across India. The NCHMCT JEE 2025 is scheduled to take place on April 27, 2025, in a computer-based test (CBT) format.
The application process for NCHMCT JEE 2025 commenced on December 16, 2024, and will remain open until February 15, 2025. Candidates are required to complete their applications through the official website, exams.nta.ac.in. This year, the exam will facilitate admissions to 21 central institutes, 25 state institutes, 1 public sector undertaking, and 27 private institutes of hotel management affiliated with NCHMCT.
Eligibility for the NCHMCT JEE 2025 requires candidates to have passed or be appearing for their 10+2 examination with English as a compulsory subject. The age limit for general category candidates is 25 years as of July 1, 2025, while there is no upper age limit for SC, ST, and physically challenged candidates. The exam pattern consists of multiple-choice questions covering areas such as Numerical Ability, Reasoning, General Knowledge, English Language, and Aptitude for Service Sector.
NCHMCT JEE 2025 Admission
| Examination Name | National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination (NCHMCT JEE) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Application Period | December 16, 2024 to February 15, 2025 |
| Official Website | exams.nta.ac.in |
| Course Offered | B.Sc. (Hospitality & Hotel Administration) |
NCHMCT JEE 2025 Seats Breakdown
| Institute Type | Number of Institutes |
|---|---|
| Central Institutes of Hotel Management | 21 |
| State Government Institutes of Hotel Management | 25 |
| Public Sector Undertaking | 1 |
| Private Institutes of Hotel Management | 27 |
Eligibility Criteria For NCHMCT JEE
Educational Qualification:
- Passed or appearing in 10+2 examination
- English as a compulsory subject in the qualifying examination
Age Limit:
- General/OBC Categories: Born on or after July 1, 1998 (25 years as of July 1, 2025)
- SC/ST/Physically Challenged: No upper age limit
NCHMCT JEE Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Merit list preparation based on NCHMCT JEE 2025 scores
- Counselling process for seat allocation
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC (NCL) | โน1,000 |
| General-EWS | โน700 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | โน450 |
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: December 16, 2024
- Application End Date: February 15, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: February 15, 2025 (11:50 PM)
How To Apply For The NCHMCT JEE 2025?
- Visit the official website exams.nta.ac.in
- Click on the NCHMCT JEE 2025 application link
- Register by providing basic details and creating login credentials
- Log in and fill out the application form with accurate information
- Upload scanned documents including photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Important Links
- Official Website: Click Here
- Vacancy Notification: Check Here
- Admission 2025: Apply Here
