NCHMCT LDC Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 2 Posts by 30 November APPLY FROM 31 Oct 2026

The National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) under Advertisement No. NCHM-01/2026-ADMIN. There are 2 vacancies: 1 for ST and 1 for Unreserved (UR). The posts are filled by direct recruitment at Pay Level 2 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, and the job location is NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh.

This is an offline application. You must fill the form, attach documents and send it by post or courier to the NCHMCT office so that it reaches by 30 November 2026. Selection is through a written test and a typing skill test. In this post we explain, in simple words, the eligibility, age limit, salary, exam pattern, how to apply offline step by step, the documents, a 34-day plan and the common mistakes that can reject a form.

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NCHMCT LDC Recruitment 2026 Out — Lower Division Clerk Posts, Eligibility, Salary & How to Apply Offline by 30 November (Advt. No. NCHM-01/2026-ADMIN)

National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), NOIDA | 2 Posts | Pay Level 2 | Offline Application by Post | Last Date: 30 November 2026
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NCHMCT LDC Recruitment 2026 — Overview

Particulars Details
Organisation National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT)
Ministry Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Advertisement Number NCHM-01/2026-ADMIN
Post Name Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Total Vacancies 2 (1 ST, 1 UR)
Method of Recruitment Direct Recruitment
Pay Level Level 2 (7th CPC)
Pay Scale ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Age Limit Not exceeding 27 years (as on 30 November 2026)
Qualification 10+2 or equivalent, typing speed of 30 words per minute, at least one year of experience and computer skills
Selection Written Test and Typing Skill Test
Application Mode Offline, by post or courier
Last Date for Receipt of Application 30 November 2026
Job Location NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh
Official Website nchm.gov.in

Download NCHMCT LDC Notification and Application Form

Application Form (Prescribed Format) Download from nchm.gov.in
Short Notice (As Shared by Karmasandhan) Click here to see the short notice
Official Website nchm.gov.in
Note: The application form is on the NCHMCT website. One job portal reports that the application window opens on 31 October 2026, while another says it has already started. If the form is not visible yet, please check the website again on or after 31 October.

Important Dates

  • Notification Released: October 2026
  • Application Start: Already started, as per one site. Another site says 31 October 2026
  • Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 30 November 2026
  • Date for Calculating the Upper Age Limit: 30 November 2026
  • Written Test Date: To be announced
  • Typing Skill Test: To be announced
Note: From today, 27 October, there are 34 days up to 30 November. This is our own counting. Because the form must reach the office, you should post it much earlier.

NCHMCT LDC Vacancy 2026

Post UR | ST | Total
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) 1 | 1 | 2
Note: Only two posts are advertised, so competition can be strong. Apply only if you meet every condition in the notice.

NCHMCT LDC Salary 2026

Particulars Details
Pay Level Level 2 (7th CPC)
Pay Scale ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Starting Basic Pay ₹19,900 per month
Allowances Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per Central Government rules
Note: One site estimates the starting gross salary in Noida at about ₹30,000 to ₹35,000 per month. This is only an estimate, because it depends on the current DA rate and HRA.

Eligibility Criteria

Condition Details
Nationality Only Indian citizens can apply
Educational Qualification 10+2 (Class 12) or equivalent, as given in the advertisement
Typing Speed 30 words per minute
Experience At least one year of experience
Computer Skills Ability to use a computer is an essential qualification
Age Limit Not exceeding 27 years as on 30 November 2026
Note: The notice mentions typing speed, one year of experience and computer skills. The exact language, such as which typing speed certificate is valid and what kind of experience counts, is in the full advertisement. Please read it on nchm.gov.in.

Age Limit and Relaxation (Simple Explanation)

Category Usual Relaxation (Government of India Norms)
SC / ST 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 years
PwBD 10 years (more for SC / ST / OBC PwBD)
Ex-Servicemen As per rules
Note: Only UR and ST posts are advertised. Please read the advertisement to see how relaxation applies to each post.

Age Check With Simple Examples (Our Calculation)

Date of Birth Age on 30 November 2026 | Result (General)
15 January 2000 26 years 10 months | Within the limit
1 July 2001 25 years 5 months | Within the limit
1 January 1999 27 years 11 months | Above the limit of 27 years
Note: If you are close to the age limit, please read the advertisement for the exact rule. An ST candidate may get 5 years of relaxation as per Government of India norms, which would make the limit about 32 years, but please confirm in the official notice.

Government Employees — Apply Through Proper Channel

  • Employees of the Central or State Government, autonomous bodies and PSUs must apply through proper channel
  • This means your employer must forward your application, or you must attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC), as the advertisement asks
  • Ask your office for this permission early, because it can take time
  • If you are working in a private job, you do not need this

NCHMCT LDC Selection Process

  • Stage 1: Written Test — objective questions plus a drafting section
  • Stage 2: Typing Skill Test — a computer test, only for candidates shortlisted after the written test
  • NCHMCT may also shortlist applications before it calls candidates for the written test

NCHMCT LDC Exam Pattern 2026 (As Reported)

Section Questions | Type
Numeric Aptitude 25 | MCQ
General English 25 | MCQ
General Knowledge 25 | MCQ
Clerical Aptitude 25 | MCQ
Total MCQs 100 | Objective
Drafting of letter / notice / note Descriptive, 30 marks
Note: The advertisement does not mention the exam duration, the marks per MCQ or negative marking. These details are likely to be shared with the call letter. Please do not trust numbers on social media.

Typing Skill Test

  • Conducted on a computer
  • Checks typing speed (at least 30 words per minute) and basic computer skills
  • Held only for candidates shortlisted after the written test

How to Apply Offline (Step by Step)

Send your form to this address:

  • Visit nchm.gov.in and download the prescribed application format for the LDC post
  • Take a clear printout and fill it in neatly, in capital letters if the form asks for it
  • Paste a recent passport-size photograph and sign the form
  • Attach self-attested copies of all the documents (listed below)
  • Put everything in an envelope and write on top: “Application for the post of LDC”
  • Send it by post or courier so that it reaches by 30 November 2026
  • Keep the courier or speed post receipt and the tracking number
The Director (A&F)
National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT)
A-34, Sector 62
NOIDA – 201309 (Uttar Pradesh)
Note: Applications received after the last date will not be considered. The advertisement does not mention any application fee.

Documents to Attach (Self-Attested Copies)

  • Proof of date of birth (Class 10 certificate)
  • Class 12 mark sheet and pass certificate
  • Typing certificate (30 words per minute)
  • Experience certificate (at least one year)
  • Computer course certificate, if any
  • Category certificate (ST or other), if applicable
  • Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN or another valid ID)
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC), if you are working in a government department or PSU

What Does ‘Self-Attested’ Mean? (Simple Explanation)

  • Take a photocopy of the original document
  • Sign on the photocopy yourself, and write “Self-attested” and the date if the instructions ask for it
  • Do not send your original certificates with the form, unless the notice clearly asks for them
  • Keep the originals ready, because they may be checked at a later stage

Simple Guide to the Written Test (Our Suggestions)

Section What to Practise
Numeric Aptitude (25) Percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, simple interest, profit and loss, time and work
General English (25) Grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction, synonyms, antonyms and comprehension
General Knowledge (25) Current affairs of the last 6 months, Indian polity, history, geography and tourism-related facts
Clerical Aptitude (25) Filing, alphabetical arrangement, spotting errors, matching data and office procedures
Drafting (30 marks) Official letters, office notes and notices in a clear and formal format
Typing Daily practice to reach at least 35 words per minute with high accuracy

How to Draft an Official Letter (A Simple Format, Our Suggestion)

  • Sender’s address and date at the top
  • Receiver’s name, designation and address
  • Subject line: short and clear, for example ‘Request for leave’
  • Salutation: ‘Sir’ or ‘Madam’
  • Body: 2 or 3 short paragraphs. Say the purpose first, then the details, then the request
  • Closing: ‘Yours faithfully’ and your name
  • Use simple, polite and correct English, and keep to the word limit if one is given
Note: For a notice, write the name of the office, the word ‘Notice’, the date, the main message and the name and designation of the person who issues it. For an office note, state the matter, the facts, and your suggestion in numbered paragraphs.

Your 34-Day Plan (Our Suggestion)

  • Day 1 to 3 (27 to 29 October): Read the full advertisement on nchm.gov.in. Check age, qualification, typing and experience. If you are a government employee, ask for permission
  • Day 4 to 8: Collect and photocopy all documents. Get the typing certificate and experience certificate ready
  • Day 9 to 12: Download the form, print it and fill it carefully. Paste your photo and sign
  • Day 13 to 15 (about 9 to 11 November): Post the form by speed post or courier. Keep the receipt
  • Day 16 to 30 (till 25 November): Track your parcel. Be sure that it is delivered at the Noida office
  • Every day: Practise numeric aptitude, English and typing for 1 to 2 hours
  • 26 to 30 November: Keep a buffer. Do not leave the posting to the last week

How to Send the Form Safely (Our Suggestions)

  • Use speed post or a reliable courier that gives a tracking number
  • Write the address clearly and add the phrase “Application for the post of LDC” on the envelope, as the notice says
  • Put your own name and phone number on the back of the envelope, in case the parcel needs to be returned
  • Check the tracking after 2 or 3 days. If it is stuck, send a second copy before the last date, and keep both receipts
  • Make a full photocopy of the form and documents for yourself before you post it

How to Practise Typing for the Skill Test (Our Suggestions)

  • Practise every day for 20 to 30 minutes on a computer keyboard. Short daily practice works better than one long session
  • Look at the screen, not the keys, and keep your fingers on the home row
  • Aim for accuracy first. Speed will come with time
  • Take a timed 5-minute test twice a week and write down your speed and mistakes
  • Try to reach 35 words per minute, so that you have a margin over the 30 words per minute requirement
  • Practise typing both English paragraphs and office-style text, such as letters and notices

Quick Checklist Before You Post the Form

  • I meet the age, qualification, typing and experience conditions
  • I have filled the form fully and signed it
  • My photograph is pasted
  • I have attached self-attested copies of all documents
  • I have asked my employer for NOC or forwarding, if I work in government or a PSU
  • I have written the correct address and the heading on the envelope
  • I have kept a copy and the courier receipt

Common Mistakes That Can Reject Your Form

  • Sending the form so late that it reaches after 30 November 2026
  • Not attaching the typing certificate or the experience certificate
  • Applying without the one year of experience
  • Crossing the age limit or counting age from the wrong date
  • Missing the photograph or signature on the form
  • Sending original certificates instead of self-attested copies
  • Government employees not applying through proper channel
  • Not keeping a copy of the form and the courier receipt
  • Believing agents who promise a job for money. Nobody can give you this

About NCHMCT

  • NCHMCT is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
  • As reported, it was set up in 1982 for the coordinated growth of hospitality education in India
  • Its office is at A-34, Sector 62, Noida (U.P.), and its registered office is at Pusa, New Delhi, as reported
  • It oversees academics for hotel management institutes and conducts the NCHM JEE for admission to the B.Sc. Hospitality and Hotel Administration programme
  • Earlier in 2025, it also invited applications for posts such as Stenographer, Assistant and Consultant in Noida

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Q1. How many vacancies are there in NCHMCT LDC Recruitment 2026?
    2 vacancies: 1 for UR and 1 for ST.
  • Q2. What is the last date to apply?
    Applications must reach NCHMCT by 30 November 2026.
  • Q3. Is the application online or offline?
    Offline. You send the filled form by post or courier.
  • Q4. Where do I send the application?
    The Director (A&F), NCHMCT, A-34, Sector 62, NOIDA – 201309 (Uttar Pradesh).
  • Q5. What is the age limit?
    Not exceeding 27 years as on 30 November 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per Government of India norms.
  • Q6. What is the qualification?
    10+2 or equivalent, typing speed of 30 words per minute, at least one year of experience and computer skills.
  • Q7. What is the salary?
    Pay Level 2, ₹19,900 – ₹63,200, plus allowances.
  • Q8. What is the selection process?
    A written test with 100 MCQs and a 30-mark drafting section, followed by a typing skill test for shortlisted candidates.
  • Q9. Is there an application fee?
    The advertisement does not mention any fee.
  • Q10. Can government employees apply?
    Yes, but through proper channel.
  • Q11. When is the exam?
    The date is not announced yet.
  • Q12. Is there negative marking?
    The advertisement does not say. Details may come with the call letter.
  • Q13. Should I send original certificates?
    No. Send self-attested copies, unless the notice clearly asks for originals.
  • Q14. How much typing speed is needed?
    30 words per minute. It is a condition and is checked in the typing skill test.
  • Q15. Is online application available?
    No. The application is offline only.

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NCHMCT LDC Application Form and Notification click here
Short Notice (As Shared by Karmasandhan) click here
NCHMCT Official Website click here
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