The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has announced the National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination (NCHMJEE) 2025. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the exam serves as the entry point for aspiring students to pursue the prestigious 3-year B.Sc. in Hospitality & Hotel Administration (HHA) program offered by 95 affiliated Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs) across India.
The flagship B.Sc. HHA program, run in academic collaboration with Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, equips students with industry-relevant skills and provides them with JNU-awarded degrees upon successful completion.
Key Dates and Registration Details:
- Online Registration Portal: https://exams.nta.ac.in/NCHM/
- Alternative Website: www.nchm.gov.in
- Last Date for Application: February 15, 2025
- Examination Date: April 27, 2025
Post-examination, candidates will be allotted IHMs based on a merit-cum-choice basis during online counseling conducted by the NIC. The counseling schedule will be announced in due course.
India’s hospitality industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by increased tourist footfall and the expansion of leading global hospitality brands. A recent study projects the creation of three million additional jobs in the sector between 2025 and 2028, making it an opportune time for young aspirants to join this booming field.
Graduates of the 3-year B.Sc. HHA program enjoy near 100% placement records, with opportunities spanning Hotel and Hospitality Industry, Retail Sector, Cruise Lines, Airlines, Indian Railways, Armed Forces Catering Establishments, Government Catering Units, Multinational Corporations (MNCs), Entrepreneurship and Global and Domestic Placements.
IHMs have earned a stellar reputation for securing placements not only across India but globally, ensuring a promising and lucrative career path for students.
