IIHM eCHAT 2026 (Common Hotel and Hospitality Admissions Test) is the online admission test the International Institute of Hotel Management runs for its own hotel and hospitality courses. There is no single exam day: you pick a date while registering, and the portal is now taking registrations for 15 October 2026. Selection uses the eCHAT score and an interview.
IIHM eCHAT 2026
This page covers the eCHAT 2026 dates, how to register, the fee, eligibility, the test pattern and how IIHM selects students.
| Full name | eCHAT: Common Hotel and Hospitality Admissions Test |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), a private institute |
| Exam level | Institute level, for admission to IIHM campuses |
| Courses / Purpose | IIHM hotel and hospitality courses, e.g. B.Sc (Hons) International Hospitality Management |
| Exam date | Rolling online dates; next date offered: 15 October 2026 |
| Application | Online at echat.elink.in, at least 4 days before the chosen exam date |
| Application fee | Rs 600 (application form and prospectus) |
| Eligibility | Class 12 passed or appearing, with English; upper age 22 years as on 1 July 2026 |
| Mode | Online test from home, followed by a video-call interview |
| Questions and marks | 50 MCQs: English, Mathematical Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Official website | echat.elink.in |
IIHM eCHAT 2026 Important Dates
eCHAT runs on rolling dates through the admission season, so the table lists the dates IIHM has published; the next test date is the one offered on the registration page.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| eCHAT test date | 9 October 2026 |
| Exam | 15 October 2026 |
| eCHAT 2026 registration | To be announced |
| Admit card | To be announced |
| eCHAT 2026 results | To be announced |
| Counselling | To be announced |
How to Apply for IIHM eCHAT 2026
You register for eCHAT 2026 online on the eCHAT portal, where you also choose your campus and test date. IIHM says your application must reach it at least 4 days before the exam date you pick.
Apply Online for IIHM eCHAT 2026
The IIHM eCHAT 2026 application dates have not been announced yet.
- Open the eCHAT portal and go to Register Now.
- Select the IIHM campus you want to join and enter a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Validate the form with the OTP sent to you, then fill in your personal and academic details.
- Choose one of the exam dates offered and pay the application fee online.
- Watch your email inbox: IIHM sends the admit slip with your test date and time by email only.
| How you apply | Fee |
|---|---|
| Online on the eCHAT portal | Rs 600, paid online (the prospectus is sent by post) |
| Paper form from an IIHM campus or downloaded from the IIHM website | Rs 600 by cash, cheque or demand draft in favour of “International Institute of Hotel Management” |
The Rs 600 fee covers the application form and prospectus, as listed on IIHM’s admission procedure page. Already registered? Use the Login option on the eCHAT portal; its Forgot Password link lets you reset your password. International students register through a separate link on the same portal.
Who can apply for IIHM eCHAT 2026?
You can apply if you have passed, or are appearing in, Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent exam with English as one of your subjects. These are the rules on the eCHAT website for session 2026.
- Qualification: Class 12 or equivalent, passed or appearing, with English as a subject.
- Age: at most 22 years as on 1 July 2026.
- Campus: you choose one IIHM campus while registering.
What is the IIHM eCHAT 2026 exam pattern?
eCHAT is an objective test of 50 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 60 minutes, covering English, mathematical aptitude, reasoning and general awareness.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online, taken from home (eCHAT from Home) |
| Questions | 50 multiple-choice questions |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Areas tested | English Language, Mathematical Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness |
| After the test | Personal interview by video call |
- IIHM runs an official eCHAT mock test on the portal to give a feel of the test and your score.
- Mobile phones and calculators may not be used for reference.
- If tests or interviews are held in person, they take place at preferred centres; the portal lists eCHAT centres.
For practice questions with answers, see the eCHAT sample paper.
How does IIHM select students through eCHAT 2026?
Selection is based on your eCHAT score and a personal interview, held by video call. IIHM’s admission flow runs in this order.
- Register and pay the application fee.
- Receive the admit slip by email.
- Take eCHAT on your chosen date.
- Attend the personal interview.
- See your result and receive the selection letter.
- Fill in the admission form, upload documents, pay the fees and upload the payment proof.
- After verification, IIHM issues a money receipt and a welcome letter.
eCHAT registration lists ten IIHM campuses: Kalimpong, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Goa, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Pune and Siliguri. See the eCHAT result page for how to check your result.
IIHM eCHAT 2026 Official Notices and Links
- LINKIIHM: admission open for session 2026, spot admissions ongoingOfficial site · iihm.ac.inOpen
- LINKeCHAT Results 2026 (official result page)Official site · echat.elink.inOpen
- LINKIIHM admission procedure and application feeOfficial site · iihm.ac.inOpen
- LINKOfficial eCHAT mock testOfficial site · echat.elink.inOpen
- LINKeCHAT official website: echat.elink.inOfficial site · echat.elink.inOpen