Hello,Shreya 

Definately yes there is a scope for chef in India and also in Allahabad.To become a chef candidates who have cleared 10+2 can take up courses for chef.In order to register for bachelors degree or diploma course 10+2 qualification is compulsory.The duration of the course may vary from institute to institute.While pursuing the course one will also learn about house keeping,general management.Candidates will benefit from the course when it offers any specialization such as baking.Afters bachelors degree one can even go for masters degree.The knowledge related to nutrition value of the dish is also required at many times.One can add anutrition diploma certificate to their regular chef course which will add great weightage to their profile.

Bachelors degree in catering technology and culinary arts

BA(honours),culinary arts

Post graduate diploma in culinary arts

diploma in food and beverage service

diploma in bakery and confectionery

diploma in kitchen management

diploma in bakery and patisserie

diploma in culinary arts

craft certification course in food production

Jobs

After completing bachelors degree,diploma,certification you can opt for an internship and also you can opt for an apprenticeship after graduating from class 12 for good and professional trainning.Salary - one can expect to earn as a fresher 2-3 lakhs p.a. in any 3 star hotel,and 6-7lakhs p.a. in 4-5 star hotel.

Colleges:IHM(lucknow),JP institute of hotel management and catering technology,AIHM,Amity university etc.Also there are certain entrance exams for hotel management which you may have to give (AIHMCT),(GNIHM JET),(NCHMCT JEE)and many more depending on university.

Hope your query is answered.