Preparation tricks and tips to crack NCHMCT JEE the smart way

The world of media and journal Published on 06 August 2020

The National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology(NCHMCT)is a hotel management entrance exam conducted for aspirants willing to take admission in various undergraduate programs offered by the affiliated colleges/institutes of National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology. It is a popular exam conducted to test your ability and readiness for the dynamic, fun and exciting field of hospitality industry. In the recent years the booming hotel industry in India has led to many job openings in the field and through NCHMCT JEE candidates can get admission in BSc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration to make a rewarding and befitting career in this field.

NCHMCT JEE 2020 Eligibility Criteria

 To be eligible for NCHMCT JEE 2020 candidates must be in the age limit as well as meet the requisite academic qualifications.There is also a criteria for physical fitness which the candidates must know.The NCHMCT JEE aspirants should also know about the eligibility norms and criteria as put forward by the NCHMCT JEE participating institutes.

NCHMCT JEE 2020 Age Limit

The upper age limit to take up the course for candidates from general and OBC category is 25 years as on July 1,2020 Candidates born on July 1,1995 are eligible to apply for the examination.The upper age limit for aspirants from SC/ST category is 28 years as on July 1 2020. Candidates born on or after July 1,1992 are eligible to apply for the examination.The Date of Birth(DoB)as recorded in the Secondary Education Board/Pre University Certificate of candidates shall be accepted.  

Candidates successfully qualifying the entrance exam must give a physical fitness certificate at the time of admission.

NCHMCT JEE Preparation strategy

The aspirants going to appear for the NCHMCT JEE entrance exams must not only focus on working hard but should take care of the preparation strategy too. For that the candidate should have total command over the NCHMCT JEE syllabus and exam pattern.

Section-wise preparation tips for NCHMCT JEE 2020

Preparation tips for Reasoning and Logical Deduction

A total of 30 questions will be asked in this section.

The questions will be based on topics such as figure counting, blood relations, codes, mathematical operations and reasoning, venn diagrams, completion of figures and series, data interpretation, data sufficiency etc.

The secret to score good marks is to be thorough with the approximation techniques like percentage equivalent of fractions etc.

The candidates must practice questions to enhance their analytical skills daily.

The candidates must not sideline topics like statement assumptions, syllogisms, numerical series and logical consistency.

Preparation tips for General Knowledge and Current Affairs

This section also carries 30 questions.

The candidates must have a sound knowledge of sports events, important awards, geography, history to score good marks.

The candidates must also be abreast of recent happenings at the global level to score well.

The candidates must take GK quizzes too on a regular basis to help in the mastering of the subjects.

The candidates must also keep themselves updated with the recent events through magazines, newspapers.

Preparation tips for English Language

The NCHMCT JEE 2020 English language section is made of 60 questions.

The candidates should have good reading skills along with good vocabulary, grammar skills to secure good marks.

The candidates can sharpen the reading skills by going through newspapers, good magazines and other written materials.

The candidates can take the help of books like Arihant’s General English for competitive exams, Pearson’s English, Tata McGraw Hill which will help the candidates strengthen their knowledge of grammatical aspects.

Preparation tips for Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude

The NCHMCT JEE 2020 Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude section comprises 30 questions.

The candidate should go through the NCERT class 11th and 12th textbooks to build a strong foundation.

The candidate should go through topics such as simple and compound interest, profit and loss, averages, percentage, number system, time-speed-distance, geometry to score better.

Preparation tips for Aptitude for Service Sector

There will be a total of 50 questions in this section.

This section will test the candidate’s interpersonal skills.

There is a graded marking system in this section and candidates must enter a response which they feel is right.

General Tricks and Tips to master NCHMCT JEE 2020

When preparing for NCHMCT JEE the candidates should make small notes on each topic and chapter covered.

Practice Sample Papers-The candidates should practice sample papers on a regular basis so that they can know about the existing pattern of the exam and the type of questions which will come following the time constraints.

Prepare a proper study schedule-The aspirants should not include long hours of study period in their time tables. But they must focus on including small breaks between the study hours. And they must study for 2 hours after which they should take a small break.

Adequate study materials-The candidate should choose and study from the right set of books and study materials to crack the exam in the best possible way. And maintaining proper accuracy throughout the exam is also very important.


Exam day tips for NCHMCT JEE 2020

The candidates should keep these few points in mind on the day of NCHMCT JEE 2020 exam.

1.The candidate should reach the exam centre at least 1 hour before the beginning of the exam.

2.The candidate should take all the necessary things like NCHMCT JEE 2020 Admit card, other relevant documents like pen, pencil, eraser etc.

3.Wake up early on the day of the exam and do a bit of revision. Check the admit card or hall ticket to verify the exam venue, date and reporting time to reach on time.

4.Listen to the instructions of the invigilator and take care of the seating arrangements.

5.The question paper should be read very carefully before answering.

6.If the current question seems tough, the candidate should not waste time pondering over it. He must move over to the next question.Then he will have adequate time in hand to come back and reattempt the pending question.


By following these tips and tricks the students can really fight out the war with their worries and be successful to give the exam in a smart and proper way.