Food Craft Institute, Thiruvananthapuram

Food Craft Institute, Thiruvananthapuram, established in 1966, is a premier Public institution located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, dedicated to hospitality and culinary education. Functioning under the Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, the institute has been recognised by the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) and affiliated to the University of Kerala. Food Craft Institute, Thiruvananthapuram stands as one of the oldest and most respected culinary training centres in South India, offering comprehensive programmes in food production, food and beverage service, bakery and confectionery, and hospitality management. The institute offers diverse courses across Diploma, Certificate, Undergraduate, and skill development programmes designed to meet the dynamic requirements of the hospitality industry. Admissions to various programmes at Food Craft Institute, Thiruvananthapuram are conducted through merit-based selection for diploma programmes and direct admission for certificate and skill development courses. The institute boasts state-of-the-art training kitchens, bakery labs, food and beverage service labs, and a training restaurant that provides hands-on experience to students. With a strong emphasis on practical training and industry exposure, Food Craft Institute, Thiruvananthapuram has consistently maintained excellent placement records, with graduates finding positions in leading hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, and hospitality establishments across India and internationally.