Culinary Academy of India: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Reviews, Info

Yes, the Culinary Academy of India provides very good placements. Around 90% of students got placed on campus in 2023. All the top 5-star hotels like the Taj Hotel, The Leela, etc. participated in the placement drives. The minimum salary offered was around 30-40 thousand per month.

The best course offered by CAI is BCT&CA (Bachelor of Catering Technology and Culinary Arts).

According to a review by a BCT&CA student, many students got placements on cruise ships and in some of the excellent hotels. Even top hotels like Taj and Marriott visited the college to hire students. The course curriculum makes the students ready as they are taught not only about Indian cuisine but also continental as well. 

The average package is Rs 1.5 LPA while The highest package offered till now is Rs 3.5 Lacs per annum to a BCT&CA student in the year 2022.  Many 5-star hotels like The Leela, and Taj Hotel participate. 100% of students get internships in companies like ITC, Taj, etc.

Admissions to certificate courses in CAI is done on the basis of Class 12th. You should have a minimum of 50% in Class 12th. You have to clear the All India Entrance exam also followed by a personal interview and a group discussion. 

The Culinary Academy of India (CAI) in Hyderabad is highly regarded in culinary education. Based On reviews, it is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 based on placement, infrastructure, faculties, etc. The faculty members always try to teach authentic ways plus innovative ways of cooking. The college is known for its practical hands-on teaching methodology. A dedicated placement cell has been established at the CAI, Hyderabad. Over the course, the Culinary Academy of India Hyderabad placement cell has placed over 7,000 young Indians in leading cruise food production operations globally, and more than 2,000 chef graduates are currently working at India’s topmost hotels and restaurants. Top recruiters are The Leela Palace, Taj Group of Hotels, and Oberoi Hotels & Resorts.

Candidates can apply for various job profiles including Chef, Executive Chef, and Food and Beverage Supervisor after completing a PGD in Culinary Arts from CAI. CAI itself also provides placement to an average of more than 70% of students every year. Students can also participate in this placement drive to get selected by top 5-star hotels like the Taj, The Leela, ITC, etc. on-campus. Students can also reach the hotels and companies off-campus directly.

The highest package offered till now is Rs 3.5 Lacs per annum to a BCT&CA student in the year 2022. The average package is Rs 1.5 LPA and many 5-star hotels like The Leela, and Taj Hotel participate. 100% of students get internships in companies like ITC, Taj, etc. 

There are four merit scholarships at Culinary Academy of India. These are:

a) Best All-Rounder worth INR 25,000/-

b) Best Culinary Artist of the Batch worth INR 25,000/-

c) Best Pastry & Confectionery Artist worth INR 25,000/-

d) Best Attitude worth INR 25,000/-

Apart from this, there is one LN Reddy Memorial Scholarship where the students get the complete academic fee as a reward. 

Culinary Academy of India is a Tier 2 college.

According to some reviews, the college provides placements in good brands and hotels with good salary packages. From the first semester itself, the students become eligible for placements in ITC, Taj, GRT, The Park, Lemon Tree Hotels, Club Mahindra, and P&O Cruises (United Kingdom and Australia. 100% guaranteed placements are offered and Kitchen management trainee is the highest profile offered.

Culinary Academy of India is Ranked no 7 in worldwide by Asian correspondents, and it is specially made for those who want to do Culinary arts.

The highest package offered for PG Diploma in Culinary arts students at Culinary Academy of India till now is Rs 3.5 Lacs per annum in the year 2022. The average package is Rs 1.5 LPA and many 5-star hotels like The Leela and Taj Hotel participate. 100% of students get internships in companies like ITC, Taj, etc. 

The eligibility criteria for Certificate Course in Basic Culinary Skills programme offered by Culinary Academy of India is:

1. Candidate should be minimum 16 years of age on or before the date of commencement of the course and not more than 25 years (30 years in case of SC & ST candidates).

2. A pass in Senior Secondary Certificate (SSC) with English as medium of instruction. Candidates completing SSC in languages other than English should demonstrate competency in English during the selection process.

3. Candidates who have appeared SSC (10th) / X Std.or equivalent examination can also apply but the admission is subject to clearing the qualifying examination.

4. Experience in Food / Culinary industry is recommended but not necessary.

5. The candidate should submit photocopies of all relevant certificates along with the application form.

The Fee for Six Months Diploma in Pastry, Confectionery & Bakery is INR 85,000/-

The tuition fee for a three-year BCT&CA at the CAI is Rs 40000 per annum which sums up to a total of Rs 1.20 Lacs tuition fee. Additionally, students have to pay the lab fee, procure uniforms, study materials, journals, and a two-piece suit. They have to pay for the daily working lunch provided in the college. The final and total figures for the complete academic year will be provided along with the application form.