Indian Culinary Academy

Bachelor in International Culinary Arts

Bangalore, India

The Bachelor in International Culinary Arts at Indian Culinary Academy is a program for international students taught in English.

Introduction

The Indian Culinary Academy (ICA) in Bangalore is a globally accredited institute offering world-class, 100% skill-based education in culinary arts, patisserie, and hospitality management. Recognized by the World Association of Chefs' Societies, ICA provides international students with an affordable, cosmopolitan environment featuring state-of-the-art facilities and premium campus accommodation. Through unique global pathway programs, students can seamlessly transfer credits to complete degrees in Switzerland, France, or Malaysia, while leveraging a robust industry network that guarantees international internships and placements worldwide.

About the Program

The Dual Undergraduate Program in International Culinary Arts at the Indian Culinary Academy is a three-year program offering dual certification, including a UGC-approved BVoc degree and a pathway to complete the final year at BHMS in Switzerland. It combines 2,500 hours of hands-on technical training with advanced culinary skills, management education, and a six-month paid international internship.

About the University

Academic Excellence & Curriculum

ICA offers a modern, 100% skill-based curriculum that fuses traditional foundations with cutting-edge global techniques, covering advanced disciplines like molecular gastronomy, chocolate showpieces, and modern plating. Led by an expert faculty of master chefs and hospitality veterans, the academy delivers hands-on, student-centric training across an extensive array of dual degrees, international diplomas, and postgraduate programs.

Global Pathways & Internships

A hallmark of the ICA experience is its unique international mobility framework. Through strategic academic partnerships, students can utilize a dual-certification model to seamlessly transfer their credits and complete their final year at top-tier institutions like BHMS Switzerland—often supported by exclusive pathway scholarships. This is paired with structured, 6-month paid international internships across global hubs like France, the USA, UAE, and Mauritius.

Campus Life & Facilities

Situated in India’s tech and cosmopolitan capital, Bangalore, the academy boasts state-of-the-art commercial training kitchens, dedicated pastry labs, and premium campus accommodation tailored for international students. ICA fosters a diverse, inclusive community centered around a shared passion for food, ensuring students build a powerful global professional network long before graduation.

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You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

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Fees

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Application Fee
10 USD
Tuition Fee
4,016 USD per year

Entry Requirements

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The minimum age is 17 .

Minimum education level High School diploma or equivalent

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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Required documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• English Language Certificate

• Personal Statement

• Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)

• Your Photograph

• Your Graduation Certificate (in English)

• Your Passport Copy

Application process

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• The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

• Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

• After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

• The university may contact you directly for further questions.

• We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

• After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

• Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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