SPA
The School of Planning and Architecture had a modest beginning in 1941 as a Department of Architecture of Delhi Polytechnic. It was later affiliated to the University of Delhi. On integration, the School was renamed as ‘School of Planning and Architecture’ in 1959. The School is a specialized University, only one of its kind, which exclusively provides training at various levels, in different aspects of human habitat and environment. The School has taken lead in introducing academic programmes in specialized fields both at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, some of which are even today not available elsewhere in India.
SPA
The School of Planning and Architecture had a modest beginning in 1941 as a Department of Architecture of Delhi Polytechnic. It was later affiliated to the University of Delhi. On integration, the School was renamed as ‘School of Planning and Architecture’ in 1959. The School is a specialized University, only one of its kind, which exclusively provides training at various levels, in different aspects of human habitat and environment. The School has taken lead in introducing academic programmes in specialized fields both at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, some of which are even today not available elsewhere in India.
Application & Admission Process
What is the Admission Process ?
The Admission Process for programmes offered is given below :
UG
- Fill the offline form & pay RS.100/- Application fee
- Appear for JEE-Mains
- Selected candidates pay fees & confirm admission
PG
- Fill & submit online application form
- Appear for Personal Interview & Portfolio Review
- Selected candidates pay fees & confirm admission
P.h.D
- Mode of application is offline
- The application form can be downloaded from the website
- The application form, duly filled, must be submitted with an application fees of INR 2,500 by Demand Draft in favor of ‘School of
- Planning And Architecture’ payable at New Delhi
How can I apply ? What are the application fees ?
Application fees are as follows :
UG – Rs. 100/-
PG & P.h.D Rs.2,500/-
Application link for P.h.D: https://spa.ac.in/writereaddata/Phd_Form.pdf
General Information
Name of the Institute
The School of Planning and Architecture
What was the Year of Establishment ?
SPA was established in the year 1941 .
Which University are they affiliated to ?
SPA has Academic Collaboration with Delhi University.
Which Campuses do they have ?
SPA has its sole campus in New Delhi.
What Programs are offered ? What is the annual intake ?
Following are the courses offered by SPA :
| Sr No. | Course | Duration (In years) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bachelor of Architecture | 5 |
| 2. | Bachelor of Planning | 4 |
| 3. | Integrated Master of Planning | 5 |
| 4. | M.Arch (Architectural Conservation) | 2 |
| 5. | Master of Urban Design | 2 |
| 6. | Master of Industrial Design | 2 |
| 7. |
Master of Planning :
|
2 |
| 8. | Master of Building Engineering & Management | 2 |
| 9. | Master of Landscape Architecture | 2 |
| 10. |
Ph.D. degree in the field of :
|
Full time- 2 to 5 Part time – 3 to 7 |
What is the Eligibility Criteria to apply for programs at the Institute ?
Eligibility Criteria for UG Programmes :
At least 50 % marks in aggregate with Mathematics as a subject in Class 12th or qualifying examination.
Eligibility Criteria for PG Programmes :
At least 55% marks or equivalent credits in aggregate (50 marks or equivalent credits percent for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates), in the relevant qualifying examination for each programme respectively :
| Course Name | Specialisations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| M.Arch | Industrial Design | Bachelors degree in Architecture or Planning from a recognized University or equivalent |
| Architectural Conservation | ||
| Urban Design | ||
| Master of Building Engineering & Management | Bachelors degree in Building Engineering/ Civil Engineering /Architectural Engineering/ Building Science/Architecture from a recognized University /equivalent/ 5 Year Diploma in Construction Technology | |
| Master of Landscape Architecture | Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture/Architecture/ Planning/equivalent or Masters’ Degree in Planning /equivalent postgraduate Diploma | |
| M.Plan | Environmental Planning |
|
| Regional Planning |
|
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| Housing |
|
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| Transport Planning |
|
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| Urban Planning |
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Integrated Master of Planning :
Students admitted to the existing four year Bachelor of Planning programme at SPA Delhi are only eligible to apply for the Integrated Master of Planning programme.
Doctoral Programmes :
Master’s degree in any discipline/allied discipline + 10-year experience/B.Arch or B.Plan + 5-year of experience/Bachelor’s in allied subject + 10-year experience with minimum 55% marks.
What are the Fees for different Programs ?
PG (Excluding Hostel Fees )
| SR. NO. | Heads | General /OBC (In Rs.) | SC/ST (In Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Enrollment & Registration Fees | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| 2. | Tuition Fees | 70,000 | 35,000 |
| 3. | Academic support fee | 8,000 | 8,000 |
| 4. | Student’s activities | 5,200 | 5,200 |
| 5. | Students’ Aid Fund | 400 | 400 |
| 6. | Deposits | 20,000 | 20,000 |
| TOTAL | 1,08,600 | 73,600 |
P.h.D
| SR. NO. | Heads | General / OBC (In Rs.) | SC/ST (In Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Enrollment & Registration Fee | 2,500 | 2,500 |
| 2. | Tuition Fee | 20,000 | 10,000 |
| 3. | Academic support fees | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| 4. | Students Aid Fund | 200 | 200 |
| 5. | Students’ Aid Fund | 400 | 400 |
| 6. | Security Deposit | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| 7. | Hostel Charges | 14,000 | 14,000 |
| 8. | Hostel Deposit | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| 9. | Mess Charges | 7,000 | 7,000 |
| 10. | Mess Deposit (Adjustable) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| TOTAL | 71,300 | 61,300 |
Is there any Reservation in Seats ? If so, what is the split ?
Reservation is provided to SC/ST/PC/OBC Candidates as per the rules of Government of India
UG:
| Course | OG | SC | ST | OBC | Kashmiri Migrant | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Arch | 53 | 16 | 08 | 28 | 01 | 105+1* |
| B.Plan | 17 | 05 | 03 | 09 | 01 | 34+1* |
*over and above the sanctioned intake
(Note:
- 3 % seats are reserved for the physically challenged in all courses
- 10 % Foreign Nationals, 3 % NRI & 2 % PIO apply for all PG courses)
Does the campus have Residential facility ?
SPA provides very limited hostel accommodation for outstation students on campus
For more details please visit : https://spa.ac.in/writereaddata/Hostel%20and%20Mess%20Fee%20Notice%20for%20new%20Admission-2018.pdf
What are the Highlights of Infrastructure/facilities at the campus ?
Following are the highlights of Infrastructure :
- Library
- Hostel Accommodation
- Auditorium
- GIS Lab , CASS Lab
- Centre for Remote Sensing
- Workshop
What are the Highlights of the Faculty Group ?
Faculty includes experience design professional & Academics.
Academics Advisory Board lead by Prof. Sudhakar Nadkarni.
Visiting Faculty from Teesside University, UK
What are the Highlights of the School’s Pedagogy & Teaching Methods ?
Vishwaniketan offers a unique Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach and encourages the incubation of startups. B A (HONS) Program in Partnership with Teesside allows students to develop carrier in a multitude of direction, either as a designer-maker or as a designer for large organizations
Are there any Scholarships & Student Loans available ?
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