NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Round 1 cutoff for OBC-NCL, SC, ST and EWS categories is expected to be released on July 15, 2026 at nchmcounselling.nic.in.

The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) publishes closing ranks for each category after completing seat allotment in every round. Students from OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories are allotted seats from their respective reserved quota within each IHM institute. Round 1 is the most competitive as all registered students participate simultaneously for available seats.

  • Round 1 cutoff expected release: July 15, 2026, at nchmcounselling.nic.in.
  • Cutoffs are published as closing ranks — the last rank at which a seat was allotted in that round and category.
  • OBC-NCL closing ranks at top IHMs are expected in the range of 180–420, based on historical counselling trends.
  • SC category closing ranks are expected between 350–680 at leading institutes.
  • ST category closing ranks are expected between 500–1,150 for Round 1.
  • EWS category closing ranks are expected between 150–360 at leading IHMs.
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Table of Contents

  1. What is NCHMCT JEE M.Sc. HA Cutoff?
  2. Expected Category-Wise Cutoff Round 1
  3. Institute-Wise Expected Cutoff for Reserved Categories
  4. Factors Affecting NCHMCT JEE 2026 Cutoff
  5. How to Check NCHMCT JEE 2026 Cutoff
  6. FAQs

What is NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Cutoff?

The NCHMCT JEE M.Sc. HA cutoff is the closing rank up to which seats are allotted in each round of counselling. If your rank equals or betters the closing rank for your category at a given IHM, you qualify for admission there in that round. Round 1 cutoffs are the tightest in the cycle as all registered students compete simultaneously for all available reserved seats.

NCHMCT publishes separate closing ranks for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories. Students holding valid category certificates compete within their respective reservation quota seats at each IHM institute. Knowing the expected closing rank helps you build a realistic preference list before allotment is published.

NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Expected Category-Wise Cutoff Round 1

The table below shows expected closing ranks for Round 1 across all IHMs, based on historical counselling data. These figures are estimates for planning; the official cutoff will be published at nchmcounselling.nic.in after seat allotment on July 15, 2026.

Category Reservation Quota Expected Closing Rank Round 1 (All India)
OBC-NCL 27% 180–420 (expected)
EWS 10% 150–360 (expected)
SC 15% 350–680 (expected)
ST 7.5% 500–1,150 (expected)

EWS closing ranks may be more competitive than OBC-NCL at some IHMs because fewer seats are available under the 10% EWS quota compared to the 27% OBC-NCL quota. Students eligible for both categories should compare closing ranks for each before locking their preferences.

Institute-Wise Expected NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Cutoff for Reserved Categories (Round 1)

The table below provides expected closing ranks for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, and ST categories at key IHM institutes, based on historical Round 1 counselling data. All figures are estimates for planning purposes.

IHM Institute OBC-NCL (Expected) EWS (Expected) SC (Expected) ST (Expected)
IHM Pusa, New Delhi 180–225 150–195 355–465 510–715
IHM Mumbai 200–265 175–235 405–530 605–835
IHM Chennai 270–345 225–300 480–610 705–970
IHM Kolkata 305–390 250–335 510–645 785–1,060
IHM Hyderabad 335–420 275–360 545–680 825–1,150
IHM Bangalore 340–420 278–360 548–680 835–1,150

IHM Pusa and IHM Mumbai attract the highest applicant volume among all IHMs, resulting in the tightest closing ranks across all categories including OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS. All figures above are expected estimates based on historical trends and should be used for preference-list planning only.

Factors Affecting NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Cutoff

Several factors determine where the actual closing rank settles for each category and institute in Round 1:

  • Total reserved seats per institute: Institutes with fewer reserved seats in a given category produce numerically lower (tighter) closing ranks.
  • Number of registered category applicants: A larger OBC-NCL or SC pool of students registering for M.Sc. HA counselling pushes closing ranks numerically higher.
  • NCHMCT JEE 2026 score distribution: If more students score in the top percentiles this year, competition intensifies and closing ranks tighten across all reserved categories.
  • Preference patterns and institute popularity: Metro-city IHMs like IHM Pusa and IHM Mumbai consistently attract more first preferences, producing stricter cutoffs for every category every round.
  • Round 1 seat availability: All reserved seats are open in Round 1, making it the most competitive round — subsequent rounds have progressively fewer seats remaining.

How to Check NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Cutoff Online

Once the Round 1 cutoff is published on July 15, 2026, follow these steps to view category-wise closing ranks:

  1. Visit the official NCHMCT counselling portal at nchmcounselling.nic.in.
  2. Navigate to the M.Sc. HA Counselling section on the homepage.
  3. Click on Round 1 Seat Allotment / Cutoff from the available links.
  4. Select your category — OBC-NCL, SC, ST, or EWS — from the filter or dropdown.
  5. Download or view the closing ranks PDF for Round 1.
  6. Compare your NCHMCT JEE 2026 rank with the closing rank for your preferred IHM and category to assess your admission chances in that round.

NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Cutoff FAQs

Ques. When will the NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Round 1 cutoff be released?

Ans. The Round 1 cutoff for NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA is expected on July 15, 2026. Students can check category-wise closing ranks at nchmcounselling.nic.in after seat allotment is completed.

Ques. What is the expected OBC-NCL closing rank for IHM Pusa M.Sc. HA in Round 1?

Ans. Based on historical counselling trends, the expected OBC-NCL closing rank at IHM Pusa for M.Sc. HA Round 1 is approximately 180–225. The actual figure will be published after official allotment.

Ques. Is the EWS cutoff for NCHMCT JEE M.Sc. HA more competitive than OBC-NCL?

Ans. EWS closing ranks can be similar to or slightly more competitive than OBC-NCL at some IHMs, depending on the number of available EWS seats and the number of EWS applicants. Students holding EWS certification should compare closing ranks for both categories before finalising preferences.

Ques. What does closing rank mean in NCHMCT JEE M.Sc. HA counselling?

Ans. The closing rank is the highest rank numerically at which a seat was allotted in a specific round, category, and institute. Your rank must be equal to or lower (numerically better) than the closing rank to qualify for admission in that round.

Ques. How many counselling rounds does NCHMCT conduct for M.Sc. HA?

Ans. NCHMCT typically conducts two to three main rounds of counselling for M.Sc. HA, followed by a spot round if seats remain vacant after the main rounds conclude.

Ques. Will Round 2 SC and ST cutoffs ease compared to Round 1?

Ans. Round 2 closing ranks for SC and ST categories are generally numerically higher (less competitive) than Round 1 since fewer seats remain after the first allotment. Students who do not receive an allotment in Round 1 should participate in Round 2 for another opportunity.