Post Graduate Diploma in 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 based on Class 12th. You should have a minimum of 50% in Class 12th.

Admission to Bachelor’s Degree and PG Diploma courses is given through the All India Entrance Examination held in Hyderabad including the candidate’s performance in GD and PI. Selection of the candidate for admission to the certificate course is done based on his/ her marks obtained in the written test, GD, and PI conducted by the college.

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 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 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.

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 Culinary Academy of India charges Rs. 45,000 per annum as the university-prescribed tuition fee. Students will also be charged separately for uniforms, journals & records, tool kits, carving kits, study material, and journals. A daily working lunch will also be provided at the college. The final and total figures for the complete academic year are provided along with the application form.

Only 60 seats are available for the BCT&CA at the Culinary Academy of India per academy year.

Rs. 32,000/- per annum (Board prescribed tuition fees). However, the candidate has to procure uniforms, tool kit, study materials, and journals and also should pay additionally for the working lunch provided in every academic year.