• Updated on 26 Sept, 2025 by Ankita Banerjee
NCHMCT Cutoff refers to the opening and closing ranks following NCHM JEE Counselling. NCHMCT JEE 2026 cutoffs are based on an aspirant's minimal qualifying marks and rank in the NCHM JEE Exam 2026. NCHMCT JEE opening and closing ranks are given for each college that accepts hotel management entrance exam scores. NCHMCT JEE Counselling Schedule for 2026 will be released by the NTA.
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NCHMT JEE 2026 Expected Cutoff Marks
NCHMT JEE 2026 cutoff marks will be influenced by a variety of factors such as exam difficulty, answer key adjustments, changes in IHM seat intake, and so on. The cutoff is only expected after the NCHMCT JEE 2026 Results are released. Candidates can check the estimated cutoff for the exam below:
Category | Expected Cut off Marks |
Open | 760 |
Open PWD | 620 |
EWS | 600 |
PWD | 600 |
OBC | 600 |
OBC NCL | 611 |
SC | 599 |
ST | 580 |
NCHMCT JEE is a hotel management entrance test administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Aspirants with NCHMCT JEE scores are admitted to 21 Central Institutes of Hotel Management, 25 State Government Institutes of Hotel Management, one Public Sector Undertaking, and 24 Private Institutes of Hotel Management. Aside from this, 14 Food Craft Institutes are connected with NCHMT; they are spread around the country and offer Diploma programmes in core operational areas.
Factors Affecting the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026
Several factors influence the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff in 2026, including:
- Total number of candidates taking the exam: A higher number of candidates may result in a higher cutoff.
- The difficulty level of the exam: If the exam is difficult, the cutoff may be lower.
- Number of available seats: A higher number of seats may lead to a lower cutoff.
- Reservations by category: General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates are subject to different cutoffs.
How to Check the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026?
The official NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 will be announced when the results are declared in June 2026. Candidates can check the cutoff for:
- NCHMCT JEE Official Website: The cutoff can be displayed at the official website, nchmjee.nta.nic.in
- IHM Websites: Each IHM will announce their own cutoff on their own official website.
- Counselling Portals: The cutoff will be displayed during the NCHMCT JEE Counselling 2026 process.
Read: NCHMCT JEE 2026 Admit Card
NCHMCT JEE Counselling and Seat Allocation
Counselling sessions will commence in June/July 2026, following the release of the cutoff. The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) will provide online counselling based on merit. The candidates must:
- Register for therapy online.
- Fill in their desired IHMs.
- Wait for the seat allotment results.
NCHMCT JEE 2024 Final Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration at IHM
College | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Mumbai | 617 | 903 | 1363 |
1086 | 2151 | 4939 | |
10002 | 10242 | 5785 | |
9195 | 3206 | 6334 | |
10088 | 9903 | 6725 | |
IHM Gwalior - Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition | 7937 | 10249 | 8263 |
10119 | 10227 | 9010 | |
Institute of Hotel Management, Ahmedabad | 5251 | 10231 | 9742 |
IHM Jodhpur - Institute of Hotel Management | 10256 | 7907 | - |
B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration at SIHM, NITHM, and IHM
College | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
10208 | 9776 | 3640 | |
Telangana State Institute of Hotel Management | - | 9482 | 4059 |
IHM Ranchi - Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition | 10290 | 7968 | 5983 |
10142 | 9820 | 6199 | |
Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition, Yamuna Nagar | 8910 | 7589 | 6867 |
Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition (IHM) Bodhgaya | 10361 | 4773 | 6987 |
State Institute of Hotel Management, Udaipur | 10402 | 9448 | 8747 |
IHM Panipat - Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition, Panipat | 10299 | 9345 | 9055 |
National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management (NITHM) | 10206 | 10220 | 9210 |
Pondicherry Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology | 10284 | 6042 | 9273 |
10379 | 9441 | 9508 | |
10400 | 10246 | 9958 |
NCHMCT JEE Cut Off 2026 FAQs
What is the expected NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026?
The expected NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 will vary based on factors like exam difficulty, number of candidates, and seat availability. For top IHMs, the cutoff is expected to be around 100-200 marks for General category candidates.
When will the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 be released?
The NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 will be released after the declaration of results in June 2026, before the counselling process begins. It will be available on the official NCHMCT and NTA websites.
How is the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 determined?
The NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 is determined based on the total number of candidates appearing, the difficulty level of the exam, seat availability in IHMs, and previous year cutoff trends.
What is the category-wise NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026?
The category-wise NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 will be different for General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates. Previous trends suggest General candidates may require 100-200 marks, while SC/ST candidates may have a cutoff around 50-100 marks.
Which IHM colleges have the highest NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026?
Top IHMs like IHM Pusa, IHM Mumbai, IHM Bengaluru, and IHM Kolkata are expected to have the highest NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026, requiring high ranks (within 1,000-2,000) for General category candidates.
Will there be a separate NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 for different IHMs?
Yes, each Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) will have a different NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 based on the number of available seats and candidate preferences during counselling.
How does the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 affect the counselling process?
The NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 will decide which candidates qualify for counselling and seat allotment. Only candidates meeting the cutoff will be eligible for IHM admissions.
Can the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 change after the first counselling round?
Yes, the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 may change in later counselling rounds if seats remain unfilled, leading to a lower cutoff in subsequent rounds.
Where can candidates check the official NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026?
The official NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026 will be published on the NCHMCT website (https://exams.nta.ac.in) along with counselling details.
What should candidates do if they do not meet the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026?
If candidates do not meet the NCHMCT JEE Cutoff 2026, they can explore private hotel management institutes, apply in later counselling rounds, or attempt the exam again next year.