NCHM MSc JEE 2025 Eligibility: Age Limit, Qualification, Reservation

As per the NCHM MSc JEE eligibility criteria 2025, candidates can apply if they are appearing or have passed class 12 examinations or its equivalent with English as one of the subjects. Besides, they must adhere to the age limit for NCHMCT JEE 2025 as set by the exam authority. National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of NCHMCT, has shared a revised eligibility criteria of NCHM JEE 2025 too. NCHM MSc JEE 2025 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology (NCHMCT) to offer admission to MSc Hospitality Administration programs. Candidates who have completed or are appearing for their bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related fields can apply for the exam. They must also meet the eligibility criteria set by the exam authorities.

NTA has introduced a revised eligibility criteria for NCHM MSc JEE 2025. This article provides a detailed explanation of the eligibility requirements for admission to MSc Hospitality Administration courses.

Eligibility Criteria for NCHM MSc JEE 2025

The eligibility criteria for NCHM MSc JEE 2025 outline the academic qualifications, document verification requirements, accepted equivalent examinations, age limit, and physical fitness requirements necessary for admission. Candidates must carefully review these criteria before applying to ensure they meet all the necessary conditions. Below is a detailed breakdown of the eligibility requirements:

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the 10+2 Senior Secondary Examination or its equivalent from a recognized educational board.
• English must be one of the subjects in the qualifying examination (core/elective/functional).

2. Provisional Eligibility

• Candidates appearing for the 10+2 or equivalent exam in 2025 can also apply for NCHM JEE 2025.
• Admission will be provisional and will be canceled if the candidate fails to submit proof of passing the qualifying examination during counseling/admission or latest by September 30, 2025.

3. Document Verification

• Admission is subject to verification of original certificates/documents, including:
  • 10+2 or equivalent passing certificate
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD certificate (if applicable)
• If a candidate is found ineligible after admission due to non-submission of valid documents, their admission will be canceled.

4. Equivalent Examinations to 10+2

Candidates who have completed any of the following examinations will be considered eligible:

1. Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 pattern) from recognized Central/State Boards such as:
   • Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
   • Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE)
   • State Boards of Secondary Education
2. Intermediate or two-year Pre-University Examination conducted by a recognized Board/ University.
3. General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) Level.
4. High School Certificate Examination of Cambridge University.
5. Public School/Board/University Examination in India or abroad, recognized by:
   • Council of Boards of School Education (COBSE)
   • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
6. Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by:
   • National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
   • State Boards of Open Schooling (with at least five subjects, including English).
7. H.S.C. Vocational Examination approved by NCVT and SCVT of the respective State/UT.

5. Age Limit

• No age restriction for appearing in NCHM JEE 2025 as per the New Education Policy.
• Candidates of any age who meet the educational eligibility criteria can apply.

6. Physical Fitness

• All qualified candidates must submit a Physical Fitness Certificate from a Registered Medical Practitioner at the time of admission.
• The certificate should confirm that the candidate is physically fit to carry out practical training as required in the course.

NCHM MSc JEE 2025 Reservation Criteria

The reservation policy for NCHM MSc JEE 2025 varies based on the type of institute.

1. Reservation in Central Government Institutes

For institutes run by the Central Government, the following reservation policy applies:

2. Reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

Each reserved category will have 5% of seats allotted to candidates with benchmark disabilities (40% or more disability), as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016. However, such candidates must be able to perform essential practical tasks required in the course, such as:

• Cutting and chopping vegetables and other food items
• Cooking in basic and advanced training kitchens
• Handling bakery and confectionery tasks
• Serving food and beverages
• Housekeeping activities like bed making, cleaning, and laundry operations
• Computer operations and room reservations using software

3. Special Reservation for Kashmiri Migrants and Kashmiri Pandits

One supernumerary seat (extra seat) will be reserved in each Central Institute for:

• Kashmiri Migrants
• Kashmiri Pandits/Hindu Families (Non-Migrants) residing in Kashmir Valley

These candidates must qualify NCHM MSc JEE 2025 and submit the required documents:

• Kashmiri Migrants: Migration certificate
• Kashmiri Pandits (Non-Migrants): Domicile certificate

4. Reservation in State Government Institutes

For State Government-aided/recognized institutes, the reservation policy of the respective state will apply.

Provisions for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

• Definition: As per Section 2(t) of the RPwD Act, a person with a disability is someone with a long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairment that hinders full participation in society.
• Benchmark Disability: According to Section 2(r) of the RPwD Act, a person with a minimum 40% disability (as certified by a recognized authority) is considered eligible for PwD reservation.

Important Notes on Reservations

• OBC-NCL Reservation: Only candidates listed in the Central OBC-NCL List are eligible for OBC-NCL reservation. The list is available on the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) website www.ncbc.nic.in. Candidates in state-specific OBC lists not included in the Central List cannot claim OBC-NCL reservation.
• EWS Reservation: Implemented as per Government of India guidelines under OM No. 20013/01/2018-BC-II (dated January 17, 2019). Candidates seeking EWS reservation must meet the eligibility criteria set by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

NCHM MSc JEE Eligibility 2025: Documents Required to Claim Reservation

Candidates, who want to apply for admissions under any of the reservation categories in NCHM MSc JEE 2025, need to furnish their caste certificate issued by a competent authority. SC, ST and OBC category candidates can submit any of the below-mentioned certificates to apply for NCHM MSc JEE under the reserved category.

NCHM MSc JEE 2025 Application Limit

A student can give the NCHM MSc JEE exam only once a year as it is typically conducted annually; there is no specific limit on the number of attempts a candidate can take, but they must have a completed bachelor's degree to be eligible to sit for the exam.

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