The NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA seat matrix lists 298 total seats across 8 IHMs for Round 1 counselling, with NCHM-IH and IHM Pusa (New Delhi) holding the highest intake of 53 seats each.
The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) publishes the institute-wise seat matrix for the 2-year M.Sc. Hotel Administration (HA) programme, which is recognised by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The 2026 seat matrix, available on the official portal nchmcounselling.nic.in, covers category-wise allocation across Unreserved, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD sub-categories. The matrix reflects seats remaining after direct admission quota allotments to eligible candidates. Only 8 central IHMs participate in M.Sc. HA counselling, making seat competition significantly higher compared to the B.Sc. programme.
- Total approved intake for M.Sc. HA 2026: 280 seats across 8 IHMs.
- Total seats available in the matrix (including 5% extra for dropouts): 298 seats.
- NCHM-IH and IHM Pusa, New Delhi each have the highest intake at 50 seats (53 with 5% buffer).
- Six other IHMs — Chennai, Kolkata, Bhopal, Guwahati, Jaipur, and Mumbai — each offer 30 seats (32 with 5% buffer).
- Counselling is conducted entirely online at nchmcounselling.nic.in.
- The 2nd and Final Round seat allocation result for M.Sc. HA 2026 is also now underway for remaining vacant seats.
| Direct Link: NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Seat Matrix (OUT) |
NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Seat Matrix Overview
The M.Sc. HA seat matrix for 2026 covers 8 IHMs affiliated to NCHMCT. The programme is a 2-year postgraduate course in Hospitality Administration recognised by JNU. NCHMCT adds a 5% buffer above the approved intake to account for candidates who drop out during counselling rounds. The total seat count in the matrix therefore stands at 298 against a base approved intake of 280. The table below summarises the key programme and seat details.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | M.Sc. Hotel Administration (HA) |
| Programme Duration | 2 years |
| Recognised By | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) |
| Number of Participating IHMs | 8 |
| Total Approved Intake | 280 seats |
| Total Seats in Matrix (with 5% extra) | 298 seats |
| Number of Counselling Rounds | 2 (Round 1 + Final Round) |
| Counselling Mode | Online |
| Official Counselling Portal | nchmcounselling.nic.in |
Institute-Wise Seat Distribution for NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA
The table below shows the approved intake and total seats (including the 5% dropout buffer) at each of the 8 IHMs participating in M.Sc. HA counselling 2026. NCHM-IH and IHM Pusa, New Delhi offer the largest intakes at 50 seats each, while the remaining 6 IHMs each offer 30 seats.
| Sl. No. | Institute | Approved Intake | 5% Extra Seats | Total Seats Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NCHM-IH | 50 | 3 | 53 |
| 2 | IHM Pusa, New Delhi | 50 | 3 | 53 |
| 3 | IHM Chennai | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| 4 | IHM Kolkata | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| 5 | IHM Bhopal | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| 6 | IHM Guwahati | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| 7 | IHM Jaipur | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| 8 | IHM Mumbai | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| Total | 280 | 18 | 298 | |
Students should note that seats shown above reflect availability after NCHMCT has allotted seats under the direct admission quota to eligible candidates. The actual number of seats available for choice-filling in Round 1 may therefore be lower than the total approved intake at some IHMs.
Category-Wise Seat Breakdown
The seat matrix follows Government of India reservation norms. Seats are distributed across Unreserved (UR), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disability (PwD) sub-categories. PwD seats are horizontal across all categories. The table below shows the category-wise distribution for each institute group.
| Category | Seats per Institute (50-Intake IHMs) | Seats per Institute (30-Intake IHMs) |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Open / Unreserved) | 20 | 12 |
| UR-PwD | 2 | 1 |
| EWS | 5 | 3 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 13 | 8 |
| OBC-PwD | 1 | 1 |
| SC | 8 | 5 |
| ST | 4 | 2 |
| Total (with 5% extra) | 53 | 32 |
50-intake IHMs in the table above are NCHM-IH and IHM Pusa, New Delhi. 30-intake IHMs are IHM Chennai, IHM Kolkata, IHM Bhopal, IHM Guwahati, IHM Jaipur, and IHM Mumbai. EWS seats require a valid EWS income certificate issued by a competent authority. OBC seats are available only to students in the Non-Creamy Layer as per central government norms.
How to Access the NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Seat Matrix
The official seat matrix PDF is published on the NCHMCT counselling portal. Follow the steps below to download and view it.
- Visit the official portal at nchmcounselling.nic.in.
- Click on the Seat Matrix link in the top navigation or the homepage notice board.
- Look for the M.Sc. 2026 Seat Matrix document link.
- Click to download the PDF and open it to view institute-wise and category-wise seat details.
- Cross-check with the Tentative Vacancy Position for Round 2 document on the same page for current available seats.
NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Round 1 Counselling Process
The M.Sc. HA counselling for 2026 is conducted online in two rounds through the official portal. Round 1 fills the bulk of available seats. Seats rejected or not accepted in Round 1 roll over as vacancies for the Final Round. The 2nd and Final Round seat allocation for M.Sc. HA 2026 is now underway. Students who were not allotted a preferred institute in Round 1 should check the Final Round vacancy position at nchmcounselling.nic.in.
| Step | Activity | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Register and pay the non-refundable counselling fee | nchmcounselling.nic.in |
| 2 | Fill institute preferences and lock choices within the stipulated window | Online counselling portal |
| 3 | Seat allotment result published; check allotted IHM | nchmcounselling.nic.in |
| 4 | Accept the allotted seat and pay the seat acceptance fee | Online counselling portal |
| 5 | Report to the allotted IHM for document verification and admission | Respective IHM campus |
Students who missed Round 1 or want to upgrade their allotment should participate in the 2nd and Final Round, where seats that were not accepted in Round 1 become available. Check nchmcounselling.nic.in for the M.Sc. HA Counselling Schedule 2026 to confirm all current dates and deadlines.
NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available in NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA counselling?
Ans. The total approved intake for NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA is 280 seats across 8 IHMs. Including the 5% extra seats added for dropouts, 298 seats are listed in the official seat matrix.
Ques. Which IHMs have the highest number of M.Sc. HA seats in 2026?
Ans. NCHM-IH and IHM Pusa, New Delhi each have the highest approved intake of 50 seats (53 including 5% extra) among all 8 participating IHMs for M.Sc. HA 2026.
Ques. How many institutes participate in NCHMCT M.Sc. HA counselling 2026?
Ans. Eight IHMs participate in NCHMCT M.Sc. HA counselling 2026: NCHM-IH, IHM Pusa (New Delhi), IHM Chennai, IHM Kolkata, IHM Bhopal, IHM Guwahati, IHM Jaipur, and IHM Mumbai.
Ques. What categories are included in the NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA seat matrix?
Ans. The seat matrix includes seats for UR (Open), UR-PwD, EWS, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), OBC-PwD, SC, and ST categories as per Government of India reservation norms. PwD seats function as horizontal reservations across all categories.
Ques. Where can I access the official NCHMCT JEE 2026 M.Sc. HA seat matrix?
Ans. The official seat matrix is available on the NCHMCT counselling portal at nchmcounselling.nic.in. Click on the Seat Matrix section and download the M.Sc. 2026 Seat Matrix PDF to view the complete institute-wise and category-wise breakdown.
Ques. Why does the seat matrix show more seats than the approved intake for each IHM?
Ans. NCHMCT adds 5% extra seats above the approved intake to compensate for expected dropouts during counselling rounds. For example, an IHM with an approved intake of 50 seats will show 53 seats in the matrix (50 base + 3 extra). This buffer ensures all approved seats are filled even if some allotted students do not report.
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