Food Craft Institute, Kollam

Food Craft Institute, Kollam, established in 1979, is a premier culinary education institution located in Kollam, Kerala, India. This Public sector institute operates under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, and is part of the nationwide network of Food Craft Institutes aimed at developing skilled professionals in the hospitality and culinary arts sector. The institute is recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) and affiliated with the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Food Craft Institute, Kollam specialises in providing comprehensive training in food production, food and beverage service, bakery and confectionery, and hospitality management. The institute offers programmes across Certificate and Diploma levels, focusing on practical skill development and industry readiness. Admissions are conducted through direct admission processes and merit-based selection, with certain programmes accepting scores from state-level vocational entrance examinations. With state-of-the-art training kitchens, well-equipped laboratories, and experienced faculty from the hospitality industry, Food Craft Institute, Kollam has established itself as a cornerstone institution for culinary education in Kerala, producing thousands of skilled professionals who have found successful careers in hotels, restaurants, cruise lines, and catering establishments across India and internationally.