Bachelor in Catering Technology and Culinary Arts 

at Culinary Academy of India, Begumpet

No, you cannot get direct admission to the Culinary Academy of India. For admission, you need to clear ALL INDIA ENTRANCE EXAM conducted at the Culinary Academy, Hyderabad itself. You have to clear the group discussion and personal interview rounds also.

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.

Based on the reviews provided, the placements of the Culinary Academy of India appear to be strong. 75% of students got placed on campus, with the highest package offered at 3.5 Lacs per annum and the average package at 1.5 Lacs per annum. Additionally, all students received internships in various companies such as Taj, Marriott, and ITC. Every year many companies visit the campus for placements. In batch 2022, everyone got placed in reputed brands. Job opportunities are very high for capable students. Every student gets placements whereas many opt for higher education.

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 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.

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 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.