International Institute of Culinary Arts (IICA), Delhi established in the year 2005, is the only premier Chef Development Institute. The institute is accredited by the Indian Culinary Forum (ICF) and approved by City and Guilds UK, Edexcel UK. The institute has established its two centers - New Delhi and a specialized Chef Development Center in Gurgaon. IICA, New Delhi offers Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Courses.

IICA Delhi Highlights

Institute Type Private
Courses Offered Diploma & Advanced Diploma
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Interview
Top Recruiters The Leela, Taj Hotels, The Imperial, The Lalit, Oberoi Hotels and Resorts, W Hotels, Le Meridien, Radisson
Facilities Available Training Kitchen, Studio Kitchen, Skill Testing Kitchen, Culinary Theater, etc
Official Website www.chefiica.com
Admission Helpdesk 18008432433 | 8447728601
Address 39 Daryacha, Road, Hauz Khas Village,
New Delhi, Delhi 110016

IICA Delhi Awards

  • IICA has been awarded ‘India’s Best Culinary Institute’ by Pacific Asia Travel Writers Association.
  • 5th FICCI Higher Education Excellence Award for Excellence in Internationalisation of Education.
  • The first institute in India to be accredited by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS).
  • IICA has won the award for ‘The Best Institute for Culinary Arts in India’ by Time Research.

IICA Delhi Courses

IICA Delhi offers courses in the discipline of Culinary & Hospitality Management and Pastry and Hospitality Management. Listed below are the details for the same:

Full Time Courses Duration Eligibility
Culinary & Hospitality Management Program Level 3 /Level 5 2 Years 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized board + Fluency in English
Pastry and Hospitality Management Program Level 3 /Level 5 12 months

Advance Diploma in Bakery & Patisserie - Level 2 

 1 Year -

ProChef Level 1 by Culinary Institute of America,USA

 5 months -

IICA Delhi also offers Hobby chef courses begining in the month of March. Candidates will receive course completion certificates and also the printed recipes provided at the beginning of the class. Courses offered are:

  • Bakery & Pastry Program
  • World Cuisine Program

Check: IICA Delhi Courses and Fees

Step 1: Fill up the application form and send it to the email address along with the following documents:

  • 12th mark sheet
  • Proof of ID

Step 2: If you are a resident of New Delhi, then you will need to visit the institute for Face to Face interview (general interaction) with chef.

Candidates who are outside residents of New Delhi, the counselors of the institute will arrange for a Telephonic Interview with them.

Step 3: If the candidate is selected through the Telephonic Interview, then they have to register themselves within 48 hours by depositing INR 30,000/+18 % GST [INR 10000/- security amount (refundable only after the completion of the program) + INR 10000/- (Uniform & Tool Kit Fee and Shoes)] + INR 10000/- (WACS Registration)

Note: The institute provides merit scholarship scholarships upto INR 45,000.

IICA Delhi Placement

IICA Delhi has a dedicated placement and training cell which helps students by providing them with the necessary training. The institute has a corporate relations team in place, which has reached out to top Hotels/Restaurants to establish lasting relationships. IICA also provides comprehensive career support services for all students like Industry Mentors, Celebrity Chefs, Life Skills Programs and many more. IICA, New Delhi placement highlights are as follows:

  • 100% placement assistance
  • Average Salary Package - INR 2.5 lakhs p.a.
  • 38% of students got placed in hotels
  • 34% of students got placed in restaurants

Top recruiters of IICA Delhi: The Leela, Taj Hotels, The Imperial, The Lalit, Oberoi Hotels and Resorts, W Hotels, Le Meridien, Radisson, Big Brewsky, Guppy, ITC Hotels and Junoon.

IICA Delhi Facilities

IICA has state-of-the-art facilities which are as follows:

  • Main Kitchen: The main Kitchen serves as a space that bridges the gap between training and industry.
  • Studio Kitchen: A heaven for hobby chefs and food photographers, sponsored by Whirlpool India.
  • Culinary Theatre: The Culinary Theatre can accommodate 50+ students for theory classes, demonstrations and masterclasses.
  • The Bakery & Confectionery Kitchen: Designed to meet international standards and educate students in pastry art.
  • Kitchen Garden: Farm-to-Fork Experience: The vegetable garden and IICA space are classrooms for growing seasonal herbs, and vegetables.
  • Kitchen for Skills Test. : It is created according to the guidelines of the Ministry of Labor for Germany and allows students to test skills for international opportunities and work visas.
  • IICA Library: IICA Library is a treasure of culinary wisdom. It is the world of cookbooks, gastronomic literature and digital resources. to enhance your culinary journey.

IICA Delhi FAQs

Ques. Are there any online programs conducted by IICA Delhi?

Ans. Yes, IICA Delhi conducts online classes teaching their students all sorts of cuisines and desserts.

Ques. Does IICA Delhi help in securing an internship?

Ans. Yes, IICA Delhi has tied up with leading hotels/ bakeries/ Restaurants for the internship. The institute assists in finding internships at 5-star properties. The institute recommends all students undergo an internship even if they want to open their own venture

Ques. Is there any scholarship facility available for student at IICA Delhi?

Ans. Yes. IICA Delhi offers INR 45,000 as scholarship to Students who score 95% or more. Further, INR 25,000 is given as scholarship to Students who score 85% or more. 

Note(s): 

  • The scholarship amount is adjustable against the tuition fee & cannot be redeemed for cash or transferred
  • Applicants must submit the attested copies of the mark sheet (along with the original 12th class mark sheet)

Ques. Why should I join IICA Delhi?

Ans. IICA Delhi is India’s first WACS (World Association of Chef Societies) approved institute, and it offers a 1:10 teacher to student ratio. The key benefits of the institute is as follows:

  • High Calibre National and International Faculty
  • Industry-Centric Curriculum
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking
  • Life and Career Ready Students
  • Job assistance
  • Award-winning Institute
  • International Collaboration
  • Global Job Opportunities
  • State of the Art Infrastructure