National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with English as a compulsory subject. Students from Science, Commerce, or Arts streams are eligible. Those with a compartment in Class 12 may apply but must clear the exam and provide proof of passing at the time of admission. General, General-EWS, and OBC candidates must not be older than 25 years as on July 1 of the admission year.