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 Entrance Test and 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 011-26850817 | 8447728601
Address Daryacha, 39 Hauz Khas Village Road Hauz Khas Village
New Delhi 110016
Delhi NCR, India

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 Bakery and Confectionery and Culinary Arts. Listed below are the details for the same:

Course Specializations Eligibility
Diploma Bakery and Patisseries and Professional Patisserie and Confectionery (level 3) 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized board + Fluency in English
Advanced Diploma International Culinary Arts

Check: IICA Delhi Courses and Fees

Step 1: Visit the official website of IICA, New Delhi and fill out the application form. Send the duly filled form to the email address of the college 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 to appear for an entrance exam. The entrance exam will be of General Knowledge, English Reading and Logical Reasoning. Candidates are required to speak to the institute authority in order to arrange a time and date for the same.

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

Step 3: Candidates are required to pay registration fees of INR 1000 for an entrance exam. If the candidate is selected through the Entrance Test/Skype/Telephonic Interview, then they have to register themselves within 24 hours by depositing INR 16,000 (INR 10,000 security amount, refundable only after the completion of the program + INR 6000 for Uniform and Tool Kit Fee).

Note: The institute provides 10% scholarships on the basis of performance and attendance throughout the year.

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:

  • Training Kitchen: The training kitchens at the institute are equipped with the latest equipment made using industry-grade material and specifications.
  • Studio Kitchen: The studio kitchen holds a great amount of value for all aspiring chefs. The kitchen is used by Food Photographers, TV Shows and many others.
  • Culinary Theater: The kitchen offers students an opportunity to demonstrate what is taught in theory. It can accommodate over 50 students at a time, which is used to provide theory and master chef classes.
  • Skill Testing Kitchen: The kitchen is designed under the guidelines of the Ministry of Labor for Germany. It is integral for anyone who seeks to get tested for applying for a work visa in Germany.

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 student discount available for one-time fee payers at IICA Delhi?

Ans. Yes. If you pay for an Advanced Diploma or Diploma before the start of the course, you will get a discount of 10% on your tuition fee. Also in addition to this discount, the institute has scholarships for students who have 98%-95% of attendance during the duration of their course with the institute.

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