Best Catering Colleges in India - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

Level 3 in catering refers to the higher level of education or training within the catering industry. This could involve, Advanced Diplomas or Degrees, Professional Certifications, and Supervisory Roles like catering manager. 

Yes, catering can be a good career choice for individuals who are passionate about food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the industry.

Yes, you can study catering as there are courses offered by institutes to know and learn catering. Degrees that are related to catering courses can typically be studied at the foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate level. It depends on you on the type of course you wish to study. Moreover, a degree related to catering will generally take one to four years to complete.

The minimum qualification for Catering courses is a cleared class 10+2, and if it would be in relevant stream then it will be a plus for the candidate who is seeking a career in catering profession. 

Other than that candidates can also pursue Diploma or certificate courses, and if they want to gain an expertise then they should go for degree courses in the catering coures or related streams.

No, candidates cannot get direct admission at CIIIH- ITC Sonar and ITC Royal Bengal, Kolkata. The institute admit students based on an aptitude test and an industry panel viva. To get admitted to the CII Institute of Hospitality - ITC Sonar and ITC Royal Bengal, Kolkata, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institute. Students can also pursue Swiss Professional Degree/Degree in Toursim and Hospitality/Degree in Tourism Studies + Swiss Professional Diploma.

Catering courses and programs help students to sharpen and enhance their skills in the catering field. Students can opt for pursuing a career in this field just after completing their class 10 and 12 examination.
Catering courses offer great job opportunities with good earning opportunities both in India and abroad. With the increase in the travel and tourism industry, career opportunities in catering also increased tremendously. Globalization, increase in hotel
chains, increase in luxury places, and other factors are leading to give a boost to opportunities in this field.
Catering is one of the best options available for students willing to go abroad, work, earn, and live a good lifestyle. In this field, qualified professionals get great opportunities in foreign countries. It has scope in both government and non-government sectors with a stable and long-term career.

The tastes and preferences of people change every day, especially when it comes to travelling, dining, or related topics. So, the professionals in catering field should be well aware of the current as well as upcoming trends and topics of the field to be able to deliver the best to the clients. Below are some of the major upcoming trends and topics in catering:

• Live food-based entertainment and improved decor
• More emphasis on exclusive dietary options
• Alcohol & food safety
• Effective measures to solve the problems of food waste
• Using the Smart menu
• Grab and go option
• Destination-specific exclusive cuisine

Food and Beverage Director and General Manager of a premier international hotel chain hold highest earning position in Tourism industry.

Food & Beverage Director is responsible for managing all parts of organization's food and beverage planning and service like -

• menu planning
• costing
• preparing and presenting food and beverages
• adhering to quality and safety requirements

Food and Beverage Director and General Manager of a premier international hotel chain hold highest earning position in Tourism industry.

Food & Beverage Director is responsible for managing all parts of organization's food and beverage planning and service like -

• menu planning
• costing
• preparing and presenting food and beverages
• adhering to quality and safety requirements

Jagannath Institute of Management Sciences (JIMS) Vasant Kunj - II is an institute with a national as well as international reputation. It is ranked by various prominent ranking agencies such as the NIRF, India Today, and others. JIMS Vasant Kunj is ranked among the top 201-300 institutions under the 'College' category in India, according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024. 

Yes, MMU Mullana is accredited with NAAC. Maharishi Markandeshwar University, also known as MMDU is a Deemed to be University, is located in Mullana, Haryana. It has been approved by UGC and accredited by NAAC with Grade 'A+'. The University has two other campuses that are located in Karnal and Solan. It offers various UG and PG courses across different streams such as Management, Engineering, Dental, Medical, Law, Agriculture, Pharmacy, etc. The flagship courses are BTech, BSc and MBA.

Amrapali University Haldwani maintains a good network of reputed recruiters. The below table shows some of the top companies that have participated in past AU placement drives:

Top Recruiters
The Oberoi	J W Marriott
The Ritz Carlton	The Westin
J W Marriott Aerocity	The Courtyard by Marriott
The Trident	The Hyatt Regency

Candidates are selected based on their application and merit. Find below step-wise Chennais Amirta Hyderabad admission process:

• Candidates need to apply online on the official website of the institute for admission. 
• The institute selects candidates based on their eligibility. 
• After selection, shortlisted candidates are allotted seat in the institute. Aspirants need to pay a programme fee to confirm their seat.

Yes, University of Technology Jaipur is a good university. The University of Technology Jaipur is recognised by the UGC and is sponsored by the Deepshikha Kala Sansthan, Jaipur. The university is a member of the AIU and some of the courses and departments are approved by the AICTE,  the Pharmacy Council of India, and the Bar Council of India. The Special Education Courses are approved by the RCI. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programmes to students. These programmes are provided across the Mathematics, Physics,  Zoology, and various other streams. 

Chennais Amirta IIHM defined various types of scholarships awarded, based on Merit, Community based scholarships, and College Specific Scholarships. Students can check the table presented below:

Particulars	Scholarship
ST/SC Students	10% in term fees on courses selected
Merit 10% in term fees on course	90% marks scored in SSLC for diploma
Merit 10% in term fees on course	90% marks scored in HSC for degree
Sports Quota	Students with records of excellence in sports under National/State/District level shall be considered

Uttaranchal University offers a range of scholarships to the students. The scholarship will be applied to the net tuition fee. The eligible students are required to submit the affidavit duly signed by their parents accepting all the conditions of the scholarships. The different types of scholarships have been discussed below:

• Uttaranchal University Management Scholarship
• Merit Scholarship
• Uttarakhand State Domicile Scholarship
• Hills States Domicile Scholarship
• Sushila Devi Scholarship for Girls
• Scholarship to the Wards of Defence Personnel
• Scholarship to the Alumni
• Scholarship to the Sibling

Parul University is a well-known institute recognised across categories by a number of ranking bodies. As per the NIRF 2025 ranking, the university has ranked 41 in the Pharmacy category. It has been ranked 50 by the India Today 2025 in the BCA category.

Yes, CGC Landran admissions are open now. Interested students can apply online. Students can also walk-in at the admission office for offline process. Students can fill the enquiry form for any questions.

CII Institute of Hospitality - ITC Kohenur placements attract the attention of the prestigious names in the Hospitality industry. The candidates are provided vital placement support, and are prepared for an industry-ready career in various fields such as Hotels, Airlines, Cruise Lines, Tours & Excursions, Catering, Event Management, Travel Agencies, Wedding Planning, Entrepreneurship, among others.

Students passing CIIIH ITC Kohenur 18-month courses are assured 100% recruitment by the institute. The top recruiters at CII Institute of Hospitality - ITC Kohenur include names such as JW Marriot, Hyatt, Hilton, Encalm Hospitality, Aloft, St Regis, Times Square (NILE Hospitality), Tree of Life.

Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management, Vijayawada provides programmes including B.Sc, After 10th Diploma in streams such as Hospitality & Travel, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Food Production, Bakery & Confectionery.

Lovely Professional University has a strong record of placements for courses like BTech, BBA, BCA, BArch, MBA, MCA, etc. Currently, the highest international package offered during LPU placements in 2025 was INR 2.5 crore per annum, whereas the highest domestic package offered stood at INR 1 crore per annum. The LPU average package offered to the top 25% students of the batch 2025 was INR 10.23 LPA. The key highlights of LPU placements for the Class of 2023, 2024 and 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest package	INR 54.75 LPA	INR 53 LPA	INR 250 LPA (International) INR 100 LPA (Domestic)
Average package	INR 7 LPA (MBA, BTech CSE)	INR 7.80 (MBA) INR 7.92 LPA (BTech CSE)	INR 10.23 LPA (top 25%)
Total recruiters	1,107	1,611	2,225+
Total offers	5,500+	7,443	6,000+

CII Institute of Hospitality- ITC Gardenia, Bangalore admissions for all courses are currently ongoing. Interested candidates can apply in online mode through the official website. Students can check the list of documents below:

• Scanned Class 10 and Class 12 marksheet
• Leaving Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size photograph
• Signature

SRM University, Sonepat is recognised by the UGC and ALU and is approved by the BCI, DSIR, and NCHMCT. The university is also ranked 46 in the Outlook-ICARE 2025 under the BBA category, and 24 under Hotel Management (Private).

AM Kolkata offers undergraduate and Diploma courses to students. These courses are provided across Hospitality Management and various other streams. The college offers an Advanced programme in Hospitality Administration (NSDC supported) and also a Bachelor in Tourism Studies (IGNOU) with the option of a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of West London, UK (Top-up-degree)

As per the recent students’ reviews on the Shiksha page, the average package offered during United University placements 2023 stood at INR 4.60 LPA. The same is tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Average package	INR 4.60 LPA

Note: The average package mentioned above has been taken from students’ reviews on the Shiksha page.

IIHMCA Hyderabad offers a Bachelor of Catering Technology and Culinary Arts on the basis of entrance. The duration of the respective course is 3 years, offered in full-time mode. The eligibility criteria of Bachelor of Catering Technology and Culinary Arts includes Class 12 qualification with minimum aggregate and qualification of Common Entrance Examination (CEE). IIHMCA Hyderabad fee structure includes tuition fee of the course worth INR 4.6 Lakh. 

IIHM Hyderabad is a great institution, the institute was founded in 1994 and has been performing excellent ever since then. The institute has been awarded with Best Education Brand consecutively for seven years including in 2023. It offers programmes at different levels in collaboration with many national and international universities. Students can join and pursue these programmes for good practical knowledge and learning.

CII Institute of Hospitality - ITC Grand Chola, Chennai offers Swiss Professional Diploma and Degree in Tourism and Hospitality courses. The selection criteria are based on aptitude followed by pane viva. The application mode is online. For admission to the various programmes, aspirants need to apply at the official website.