27 October 2026
Curtain Raiser
Season launch and announcement of IIHM Young Chef India 2026.
Updates to follow
News & Media
Announcements, results and coverage
The media hub for announcements, regional results, Grand Finale updates, press coverage, photographs and videos.
11 November 2026
Registration Updates
Final call notices as registrations close.
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20 November 2026
Prequalifiers Declared
The best 40 entries across India are announced.
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28 November 2026
Regional Finals
Practical competition rounds at IIHM campuses.
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1 December 2026
Regional Results
The eight Grand Finale competitors are confirmed.
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12 December 2026
Grand Finale
Knife Skills and the Fish & Mystery Basket challenge.
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4–21 January 2027
Training Period
Winner and runner-up train in Kolkata under IIHM chefs.
Updates to follow
1 February 2027
IIHM Young Chef Olympiad 2027 Opening
Opening Ceremony in Hyderabad.
Updates to follow