The NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam pattern consists of a computer-based test (CBT) with a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes). The exam includes a total of 200 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) distributed across five sections. Candidates must complete all questions within the allotted time in a bilingual mode (English and Hindi), except the English Language section, which is only in English. There are no sectional time limits, so candidates can allocate their time as they see fit during the exam.
The five sections and their respective number of questions are:
Each question carries 4 marks for a correct answer, and there is a negative marking of 1 mark for each incorrect response. Unanswered questions receive zero marks. The total maximum score is 800 marks.
The NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam pattern is structured to evaluate candidates’ aptitude for hospitality and hotel administration through five distinct sections. Here are the detailed features:
Sections
No of Questions
English Language
60
Aptitude for service sector
50
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
30
Reasoning and Logical Deduction
Numerical Ability and analytical aptitude
Total
200
Key Features
Ques.1 What is the mode and duration of the NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam?
Ans. NCHMCT JEE is conducted as a computer-based test (CBT) lasting 3 hours (180 minutes). It is in bilingual mode (English and Hindi) except for the English Language section, which is only in English.
Ques.2 How many questions are there and how are they distributed across sections? Ans. NCHMCT JEE exam has a total of 200 objective-type multiple-choice questions divided into five sections:
Ques.3 Are there sectional time limits in NCHMCT JEE?
Ans. No, candidates can manage their time freely among all sections during the 3-hour exam duration.
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