IBCA Extends ₹1 Lakh Scholarship Deadline for Culinary Students
IBCA Scholarship 2026 deadline has been extended until July 31, offering up to ₹1 lakh for culinary and bakery courses. Read more.
Prajakta Sanjay Warwadkar 
NEW DELHI, July 18, 2026 — The Institute of Bakery & Culinary Arts (IBCA) has extended the application deadline for its IBCA Scholarship 2026, giving aspiring culinary professionals additional time to apply for financial assistance of up to ₹1 lakh. The scholarship programme aims to support more than 400 students pursuing professional bakery and culinary education across India.
The revised deadline allows interested candidates to submit applications until . Scholarship awards range from ₹25,000 to ₹1,00,000, depending on the selected programme and eligibility criteria.
IBCA Scholarship 2026 Supports Future Culinary Professionals
The scholarship initiative is designed to make professional culinary education more accessible for students who wish to build careers in the hospitality industry. By offering financial support, IBCA aims to encourage aspiring chefs and bakers to pursue industry-focused training without significant financial barriers.
The institute offers programmes aligned with international industry standards, combining classroom learning with practical kitchen training and professional exposure.
Diploma and Certificate Courses Available
Students can apply for several professional programmes, including an 18-month Advanced Diploma in Culinary Arts (Level 3), an 18-month Advanced Diploma in Pastry (Level 3), a 12-month Diploma in Culinary Arts (Level 2), a 12-month Diploma in Pastry Arts (Level 2) and a four-month Certificate Course in Pastry (Level 1).
IBCA also offers specialised culinary and pastry hobby courses for learners interested in developing baking and cooking skills without pursuing full-time diploma programmes.
International Affiliations and Industry Exposure
IBCA maintains affiliations with organisations including City & Guilds (UK), the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality (London), the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council of India, the Australian National Institute of Business and Technology and the National Skills Development Corporation.
Students receive practical training and placement support through partnerships with hotels and restaurants. Final placements are conducted through practical trials and interviews, helping graduates transition into professional hospitality careers.
Applications Open Until July 31
Eligible candidates interested in bakery and culinary education can apply for the scholarship programme before the extended deadline of July 31, 2026. According to IBCA, the initiative reflects the institute's continued focus on developing skilled professionals for India's growing hospitality sector.
More information about courses, scholarship eligibility and the admission process is available on the official Institute of Bakery & Culinary Arts (IBCA) website.
Source: Official announcement from the Institute of Bakery & Culinary Arts (IBCA). Hospitality Career Profile.
