IICA New Delhi admissions open for Jan

The International Institute of Culinary Arts (IICA), New Delhi has announced opening of admissions for its January and July 2026 intake across professional culinary and hospitality programmes.

Founded in 2005, IICA is among India’s early institutions to introduce internationally benchmarked culinary education, combining structured kitchen training with globally recognised qualifications from City & Guilds (UK) and BSI Learning (Australia). The institute has expanded its academic framework through international collaborations, including an MoU with Kyoto Culinary Art College and Kyoto Pastry & Bakery Art College, Japan, under the Taiwa Gakuen Educational Corporation. The collaboration facilitates faculty and student exchange, joint curriculum development, and the introduction of Indian and Japanese cuisine modules.

IICA follows a dual-admission cycle, with the January intake attracting Class 12 graduates seeking rewarding and employable careers including career changers, working professionals transitioning into culinary and pastry careers, as well IHM graduates who want to upgrade or advance their professional skills.

Across all programmes, IICA follows a practice-led training model, with approximately 70 percent practical learning and 30 percent theory, delivered through small batch sizes and close faculty mentorship. Training is conducted five days a week in state-of-the-art kitchens, supported by live demonstrations, kitchen simulations, master classes and industry visits.

Commenting on the institute’s academic philosophy, its Founder, Chef Virender Singh Datta said, “Our focus remains on creating industry-ready professionals who also understand the business and entrepreneurial realities of the food and hospitality sector. Strong fundamentals, discipline and practical exposure are essential, whether students choose careers in professional kitchens, hospitality management or their own food ventures.”

Highlighting the importance of international academic pathways, IICA ‘s Managing Director & COO Arjun Singh Datta added, “Cross-cultural learning plays a critical role in preparing students for global careers. Our collaboration with Japan reflects our commitment to offering exposure that goes beyond classrooms and supports long-term professional growth.”