Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts & Nutritional Sciences -[SSCANS]

Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts & Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS) is a culinary and hospitality school in Pune, India. It is part of Symbiosis International (Deemed) University. The school was set up to meet the needs of the food industry and to train specialized culinary professionals.

The faculty includes professional chef instructors and industry-trained teachers. Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor is the Chair Professor. SSCANS offers two degree specializations, one in Culinary Arts and one in Hospitality Management.

It also offers three PG/UG Diploma courses. All courses include industry-relevant training and current culinary trends. The teaching and industry interface are designed for maximum learning and to prepare students for global jobs.

The institute has a Training and Placement Cell. It arranges internships through colleges and provides job placement assistance. Recent B.Sc (Culinary Arts) batches had a successful placement season.

Students were placed at organizations such as ITC, Oberoi, and Taj Hotel. Some students took up roles in food journalism, food styling, and food photography, for example as Content Editor at Sortizy, Bangalore, or as an intern at HutK Studio, Mumbai. Several students have started their own food businesses.

SSCANS Highlights Year of Establishment: 2016 Type: Private Approved by: UGC Mode of Application: Online Basis of Admission: Entrance Test conducted by the institute Official Website: https://SSCANS.edu.in/ Email id: admission@SSCANS.edu.in Location: SSCANS Bldg, Hill Base Campus, Symbiosis International University, Gram- Lavale, Taluka- Mulshi, Dist- Pune 412115. SSCANS Important Dates Registration and Payment for SNAP Test: November 20, 2025 Selection and Payment of SSCANS (MBA, FTFEM) Programme: February 13, 2026 SSCANS Courses SSCANS offers diploma and undergraduate courses in two fields. MBA Specialization: Food Technology and Food Enterprise Management Eligibility: Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance in Food Technology, Hotel Management, Home Science, Food Science & Quality Control, Culinary Arts, Food Ecology/Sustainability, Packaging Technology, Nutrition, Microbiology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Food Engineering etc; with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for SC/ST) Duration: 2 years Seat Intake: 40 B.Sc Specialization: Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Culinary Skills Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% marks (45% marks or equivalent grade for SC/ST) Duration: 3 years Seat Intake: 60 Diploma Specialization: Bakery and Patiserrie, Professional Culinary Skills Eligibility: Passed 10+2 Duration: 1 year Seat Intake: 40 SSCANS Admission The entire admission process will be conducted online this year.

Candidates must ensure they have appropriate bandwidth for the selection process. How to Apply? Candidates must register for the Eligibility Assessment Test conducted by SSCANS.

The application fee is INR 1250. SSCANS Selection Criteria Each candidate must appear for a Proctored & Timed Test on the selected dates. Candidates will then undergo a Personal Interview with the selection panel.

The Merit List will be announced within 7 days from the selection process. Merit-listed candidates must pay the fees as per Annexure 1 sent with the Provisional Admission Letter to confirm admission and reserve their seat. SSCANS Scholarship SSCANS awards merit scholarships under SIU policy for all undergraduate programmes.

B.Sc (Culinary Arts): 1 scholarship, 50% of Academic Fees B.Sc (Hospitality & Culinary Management): 1 scholarship, 50% of Academic Fees Eligibility As per the revised policy, the semester topper will be awarded a scholarship based on academic excellence, with a minimum GPA of 8.50. Only those students will be eligible for the award of Merit Scholarship. Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts & Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS) is a constituent institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) in Pune, Maharashtra.

The institute offers programmes in culinary arts and nutritional sciences. **Merit Scholarship** The merit scholarship is awarded to students who have cleared all courses prescribed for their respective programme. Students should not have any backlog. A student who receives a merit scholarship from the University is not barred from receiving a stipend or financial assistance from any other source.

However, if a student gets a stipend or financial aid from another source, he or she must inform the office of Student Affairs, SIU through the Institute. There is no income limit for the parents or guardians of students for the grant of the merit scholarship. If a student is eligible for more than one scholarship or freeship from the University, only one will be awarded, based on the student's preference. **Selection** The University announces the award of merit scholarships for UG programmes every year.

If a student declines or cancels admission, the scholarship amount is not given to any other student. The institute refunds the amount to the University. The scholarship amount is not paid directly to the student.

The University transfers it directly to the Institute for adjustment in the academic fee. For the last semester of the programme, the cheque for the scholarship amount is given to the student. **Placements** SSCANS has a dedicated placement cell that provides students with training and placement opportunities. The recent batches of B.Sc (Culinary Arts) had a successful placement season.

Students got placed at reputed organizations and businesses. Recruiters included top Indian and international hotel chains in India, Gulf Countries, and other continents. Some students were placed in related culinary fields like food journalism, food styling, and food photography.

Many students chose to start their own food businesses as entrepreneurs. The institute provides national and international internships. Internships for all students are provided only in 5-star properties for hotels, A-grade speciality restaurants, bakery or patisserie outlets, and other reputed hospitality industry organizations.

Internship venues include international and local Indian venues in the best properties. | Particulars | Details | |---|---| | Highest Package | USD 32,640 per annum | | Average Package | INR 2,88,000 per annum | | Placement % | 96% | | No. of students opted for Placement | 51 | | No. of students placed | 49 | **Top Recruiters** - The Oberoi Hotels - Conrad, Pune - Lost & Hungry Studios, Mumbai - Hotel Fairmont Pittsburgh, USA - Taj Lands' End, Mumbai (MT) - Tonique, Pune - Atlantis Casino Resort and Spa, USA - Sheraton Grand Pune - ITC hotels - PARK Hotels - KlJMN Magnificent Ventures Pvt. Ltd, Goa - HMSHOST - MT program - Business Tabloid, Bengaluru - Independence Brewing Company - Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, USA - Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport, USA For all details click here: SSCANS Placement **Faculty** The faculty at SSCANS includes well-known and accomplished individuals from the industry. The chair professor of SSCANS is Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, a recognized face in the Indian television food industry.

The faculty includes Chef Atul Gokhale, Chef Hemant Gokhale, and several other experienced professionals. Faculty members are alumni of reputed national and international institutes. Check: SSCANS Faculty **Facilities** SSCANS provides several modern facilities for learning: - **Labs:** SSCANS has study areas and labs for all departments, including Foundation Kitchen Lab, Bulk Kitchen Lab, Advanced Kitchen Lab, Bakery Lab, Patisserie Lab, Training Restaurant, Larder Lab, and Demo Kitchen Lab. - **Library:** The institute has a Library and Reading Room with a collection of books and printed or online material. - **Classrooms:** The campus is fully WiFi-enabled.

Classrooms have LCD projectors, collar microphones, and a public address system. - **Auditorium:** The Auditorium and Conference Hall hosts meetings, demonstrations, seminars, workshops, and talks. - **Hostel:** The hostel has accommodation on a triple sharing basis. Facilities include Wi-Fi, hot and cold water throughout the day, attached baths and toilets, power backup, indoor games or recreation rooms with TV, guest rooms, housekeeping, and round-the-clock security. - **Health Care:** SSCANS has a health center on campus with a doctor and qualified staff. It attends to the healthcare needs of students, faculty, and staff. - **Other:** The institute has an in-house general store, an ATM, Café Coffee Day, a gymnasium, outdoor sports facilities, and a Reprography Centre.

Know more: SSCANS Hostel **FAQs** **Ques. What is the duration of the internship at SSCANS?** Ans. At SSCANS, a student has to undergo two internships.

The first is a six-month internship at the end of the first year of academics. The institute encourages students to pursue this six months' internship in the Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts & Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS) in Pune, Maharashtra, runs two internships as part of its B.Sc program. The first internship is in the operational departments of hospitality organizations.

The second internship lasts six weeks and takes place during the third year of academics. This six-week internship focuses on managerial skills. A student shadows decision-makers and learns how to lead a department or organization.

Students are encouraged to do this internship in allied areas of the hospitality or service sector. Reservation criteria for B.Sc at SSCANS are fixed. Scheduled Caste students get 15% reservation.

Scheduled Tribe students get 7.5% reservation. Differently abled students get 3% reservation. The merit list at SSCANS is announced within a fixed time.

It is announced in 7 days from the selection process. International students have separate eligibility criteria for the B.Sc program at SSCANS. They must have passed or appeared for 10+2 examinations.

They do not have to appear for the entrance exam (SET/JEE) in India. International student eligibility follows SCEI norms.