The Indian Culinary Institute is now accepting applications for admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs in Culinary Art for the year. These programs are offered in collaboration with the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU), Amarkantak. Interested candidates can find more information regarding the Indian Culinary Institute MBA Culinary Art Admission 2024.

Indian Culinary Institute MBA Admission 2024

About Indian Culinary Institute

The Indian Culinary Institute (ICI) operates autonomously under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. With campuses located in Tirupati and NOIDA, it was founded by the Government of India to offer a range of programs in Culinary Art, spanning from basic skill levels to advanced studies. Additionally, the institute is dedicated to documenting and preserving various Indian cuisines. Renowned for its premier status and state-of-the-art facilities, ICI is committed to providing high-quality education in the field of culinary arts.

Important Dates

  • Start of online application form: January 15, 2024
  • Last date of online application form: May 25, 2024
  • Date of online JEE (PG): May 26, 2024
  • Online JEE (PG) Time: 11.00 am to 01.00 pm
  • Result of JEE (PG): May 31, 2024
  • First Round Seat Allotment: June 3, 2024
  • Reporting of First Round: June 3 to June 6, 2024
  • Second Round Seat Allotment: June 10, 2024
  • Reporting of Second Round: June 10 to June 13, 2024
  • Final Round Seat Allotment : June 18, 2024
  • Reporting of Final Round: June 18 to June 21, 2024
  • Spot admission against vacant seats on First Come First Serve Basis: June 24 to July 12, 2024
  • Commencement of Academic Session: July 15, 2024

Seats MBA in Culinary Art

  • The ICI Tirupati Campus : 30 Seats
  • The ICI Noida Campus : 30 Seats

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must hold a full-time bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or Hotel Management (such as BBA in Culinary Arts, B.Sc. in HHA, BHM, BHMCT) from a recognized Indian or foreign university, as per the AIU foreign equivalence list.
  • General and OBC candidates should have obtained a minimum of 50%, while SC and ST candidates should have secured at least 45% in their bachelor’s degree.
  • Candidates currently pursuing their bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or Hotel Management are also eligible to apply.
  • Provisional admission will be revoked if proof of passing the qualifying examination (bachelor’s degree or its equivalent) with the required percentage of marks is not submitted by the admission deadline, which is the latest by September 30, 2024.
  • Admission offers are contingent upon the verification of original certificates/documents at the time of admission. If a candidate is found ineligible at any stage, their admission will be revoked even after enrollment.
  • Applicants must possess a valid score from either CUET (PG) 2024 or IGNTU-ICI JEE (PG) 2024.

Age Limit:

  • For candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories, the upper age limit is 25 years as of July 1, 2024. Candidates born on or after July 1, 1996, are not eligible. (There is an age relaxation of 5 years applicable to SC/ST candidates).

Application Process

  • Candidates are required to apply online through the website www.thims.gov.in.
  • The Information Brochure can be downloaded from the website www.thims.gov.in, and online applications will be accepted from January 15, 2024, to May 15, 2024.
  • It is essential to exercise caution while filling out the application form, as requests for changes, corrections, or modifications will not be entertained.
  • The printout of the online Application Form must be sent via Registered Post/Speed Post. Applications received after the deadline via Registered/Speed Post will not be considered. Alternatively, applications can be submitted by hand at ICI, NOIDA, or via email at [email protected]. The deadline for receipt of Application Forms at ICI, NOIDA, is May 15, 2024.
  • Address for sending Application Form via Registered Post/Speed Post: In-charge Finance Officer, Indian Culinary Institute, C/conational Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology, A – 34, Sector – 62, Noida-201309.

Application Fee

  • Application Fee :- Rs. 1000/-
  • Full refund is permitted (except the admission fee of Rs.1000/-) on cancellation of admission.
  • No Refund is applicable (except Caution Money Rs.2500/-) after commencement of 1st semester classes.

Selection Process

  • In the event of a tie, preference will be given to the candidate with a hiand to apply online, pleasegher CUET score over the IGNTU-ICI JEE score.
  • Spot admissions will be available for vacant seats after the completion of the aforementioned admission processes, and they will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Admission offers are contingent upon the verification of original certificates/documents at the time of admission.

For more details visit the official website