Admission Notice: NCHMCT JNU MSc Hospitality Administration 2025
The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), in collaboration with Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), invites applications for admission to its two-year full-time M.Sc. Hospitality Administration programme for the academic year 2025–2027. The degree will be awarded by JNU. The programme is offered across 18 Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs) and is open for admission through both Direct Admission and M.Sc. JEE routes.
Programme Overview
| Duration | Degree Awarding University | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Years (4 Semesters) | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) | Full-Time |
Eligibility Criteria
Direct Admission (10% of total seats)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Degree in Hospitality/Hotel Administration from NCHMCT-IGNOU or AICTE-approved University |
| Experience | Minimum 2 years of work experience in a 3-star or above hotel (excluding industrial training) |
| Minimum Marks | 55% aggregate in the qualifying degree |
| Selection | Based on UG merit |
Note: Direct admission candidates are exempted from appearing in M.Sc. JEE 2025.
Through M.Sc. JEE 2025
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Graduation in any discipline |
| Final Year Students | Eligible, provided final result is submitted by 31 October 2025 |
| Age Limit | No age bar |
| Selection | Based on M.Sc. JEE score and counselling |
M.Sc. JEE 2025 – Exam Details
- Exam Date: 24 May 2025 (Online Mode, 10 AM – 12 Noon)
- Format: 100 MCQs (1 mark each), 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer
| Subjects Covered | Marks |
|---|---|
| Hospitality Aptitude, Hotel Ops, Cultural Diversity | 25 |
| Management Subjects (HR, Marketing, Finance, Strategy) | 20 |
| Communication, English, Computer Applications | 30 |
| GK & Sustainable Tourism | 25 |
Application & Fee
| Mode | Last Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Admission | 07 May 2025 | ₹500 |
| M.Sc. JEE | 16 May 2025 | ₹1000 (General/OBC) / ₹700 (EWS) / ₹500 (SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) |
- Apply Online: www.nchm.gov.in
Participating Institutes (IHMs)
Includes NCHM-IH Noida, IHM Pusa, IHM Bengaluru, IHM Chennai, IHM Kolkata, IHM Mumbai, IHM Hyderabad, IHM Lucknow, IHM Jaipur, IHM Trivandrum, AIHM Chandigarh and others.
Seat Allotment & Counselling
- Centralized Online Counselling after JEE results (from mid-June 2025)
- Two rounds of online counselling
- Direct Admission seats will be filled first, based on merit and preference
- Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF): ₹20,000 (adjustable in 1st semester fee)
Fee Structure
| Semester | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st (including admission, exam, caution) | ₹63,415 |
| 2nd to 4th | ₹51,500 each |
Tuition fee may vary depending on the city category of the institute (A, B, or C).
Important Dates
For NCHMCT JNU MSc Hospitality Administration 2025 Admissions
| Last Date for Direct Admission | 07 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply for M.Sc. JEE | 16 May 2025 |
| M.Sc. JEE Exam | 24 May 2025 |
| Declaration of JEE Result | 30 May 2025 |
| Reporting for Direct Admission Allotment | By 30 May 2025 |
| Start of Online Counselling | Mid-June 2025 (TBA) |
| Commencement of Classes | To be notified |
Additional Information
For NCHMCT JNU MSc Hospitality Administration 2025
- Hostel: Available at most IHMs (subject to availability)
- Attendance: Minimum 75% attendance required to appear in exams
- Anti-Ragging: Strict compliance with NCHMCT anti-ragging rules
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