SPA Delhi (School of Planning and Architecture) has its roots dating back to 1941 when it was originally established as the Department of Architecture at Delhi Polytechnic. In 1959, it was officially renamed as the School of Planning and Architecture.
SPA Delhi has been ranked 5th among the top architecture and planning institutes in India by NIRF 2023. It also has been accredited with the status of “Institution of National Importance”.
SPA Delhi offers several undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. The institute offers courses ranging from B.Arch, B. Planning, M.Arch., M.Design, and several other specialisation in its Bachelor and Master Programmes.
SPA Delhi has been hosting top recruiters like NIUA, World Bank, NITI Aayog, EY, Deloitte, Infosys, PwC, and World Bank Group.
SPA Delhi Highlights 2023
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Details
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Year of Establishment
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1941
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Type of College
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Government
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NIRF ranking (Architecture Category)
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05
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Accreditation
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NIRF
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Location
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Delhi, India
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Popular Courses
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B.Arch., B. Planning, M. Arch
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Entrance Exam
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GATE/CEED/UGC NET/JEE/NATA
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SPA Delhi Rankings 2023
- According to the National Institutional Ranking Framework 2023, SPA Delhi has been ranked 5th among the top architecture institutes in India.
- The institute was at Rank 04 in the year 2022 as given by NIRF.
SPA Delhi Courses & Fees 2023
SPA Delhi offers 10 postgraduate programmes, 2 undergraduate programmes, and doctoral courses.
Course
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Fee Structure
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UG Programme
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Course Fee: Rs.31,300/- per annum including refundable Security Deposit Rs.10,000/-
Hostel Fee: Rs.16,100/-per annum including refundable Security Deposit of Rs.6,000/-
Mess Fee: Rs.5,500/-per annum including refundable Security Deposit of Rs.2,000/-
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PG Programme
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Course Fee: Rs.39,100/- per annum including refundable Security Deposit Rs.10,000/-
Hostel Fee: Rs.16,100/-per annum including refundable Security Deposit of Rs.6,000/-
Mess Fee: Rs.5,500/-per annum including refundable Security Deposit of Rs.2,000/-
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Doctoral Programme
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Course Fee: Rs.33,100/- per annum (Rs.25,300/- for half session) including refundable Security Deposit Rs. I5,000/-
Hostel Fee: Rs.16,100/-per annum
( Rs.11,050/- for half session) including a refundable Security Deposit of Rs.6,000/-
Mess Fee: Rs.5,500/- per annum
( Rs.5,500 for half session) including a refundable Security Deposit of Rs.2,000/-
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SPA Delhi UG Admission 2024
SPA Delhi offers two undergraduate programmes- Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of PlanningThe Bachelor of Architecture programme at the Department of Architecture offers a comprehensive five-year curriculum that focuses on architectural design, technical proficiency, and interdisciplinary skills, preparing students for diverse career opportunities and advanced studies in the field.
The Bachelor of Planning programme at the School of Planning and Architecture equips students with essential skills to plan and manage human settlements, addressing the increasing complexities of urban and regional development. Graduates have diverse career opportunities in the public and private sectors, including admission to master's programs in various specialisations and international universities.
Course
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Duration
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Eligibility Criteria
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B. Architecture
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5 Years
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The admission will strictly be made in order of JEE-2023 All India Rank and the eligibility defined by JoSAA.
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B. Planning
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4 Years
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The admission will strictly be made in order of JEE-2023 All India Rank and the eligibility defined by JoSAA.
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SPA Delhi PG Admission 2024
SPA Delhi offers a range of specialised two-year Master's programs in full-time mode, catering to diverse fields within architecture, design, engineering, and planning. These programs encompass Master of Architecture specialisations in Architectural Conservation, Urban Design, and Landscape Architecture, along with Master of Building Engineering and Management, Master of Design in Industrial Design, and Master of Planning programs in Environmental Planning, Housing, Regional Planning, Transport Planning, and Urban Planning.
These programs provide in-depth education and training for students seeking expertise in their respective fields, preparing them for a wide array of career opportunities and advanced studies.
Course
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Eligibility Criteria
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Master of Architecture (Architectural Conservation & Urban Design)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Planning from a recognised university or equivalent.
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Master of Design (Industrial Design)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture of a recognised university or equivalent or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Design/Fine Arts of a recognised university or equivalent with valid CEED score (essential for non-architectural candidates) from approved streams.
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Master of Building Engineering & Management
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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Building Engineering or Architecture or Architectural Engineering or Four Year Building Science or Five Year Diploma in Construction Technology or equivalent from a recognised university/institution established by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature
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Master of Architecture (Landscape Architecture
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Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture or Planning or Master’s Degree in Planning or equivalent post-Graduate diploma of a recognised university/institution or certificate of completion of Pre-Landscape Architecture Course of the SPA, New Delhi.
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Master of Planning (Environmental Planning)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Master’s Degree in Geography or Economics or Sociology or Environmental Science or Environmental Management of a recognised university or equivalent
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Master of Planning (Housing)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or Municipal Engineering or Building Engineering or M.A. in Sociology or Economics from a recognised university or equivalent.
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Master of Planning (Regional Planning & Urban Planning)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or M.A. Geography, Economics, or Sociology from a recognised university or equivalent.
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Master of Planning (Transport Planning)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from a recognised University or equivalent or Master’s Degree in Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics from a recognised university or equivalent.
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SPA Delhi Admission PhD Admission 2024
The School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi offers Ph.D. programs in various fields related to architecture, planning, and design, providing a platform for innovative research. These programs are available in both full-time (2-5 years) and part-time (3-7 years) modes, with opportunities for interdisciplinary studies and access to a well-equipped library and IT support for research.
Admission forms for Ph.D. programs are accessible year-round on the school's website, with two admissions cycles annually.
SPA Delhi Infrastructure 2024
The School of Planning and Architecture in Delhi boasts a well-equipped Workshop and Materials Testing Laboratory, providing students with practical learning experiences in the field of architecture and construction materials. This facility features destructive and non-destructive testing equipment, structural material behavior testing machines, and a range of molds for concrete testing. The laboratory also includes modern and sensitive surveying instruments. Furthermore, the school has a Documentation-cum-Publication Unit responsible for disseminating research outcomes and providing printing services for various publications, and an Audio Visual Unit supporting academic and school events. Additionally, SPA Delhi is continually upgrading its infrastructure to incorporate the latest technologies. The school's main campus is located near ITO in Indraprastha Estate, with a residential campus and hostel in Maharani Bagh, New Friends Colony, and plans for a new campus development on a 20-acre site south of JNU, adjacent to Hotel Grand.
SPA Delhi Placements 2023
SPA Delhi hasn’t released the placement statistics for 2023. However the previous year's records can be analysed. The median salary offered to the candidates of Bachelor of Architecture for the year 2021 was INR 5 LPA, and the median salary offered to the candidates of Bachelor of Planning for the year 2022 was INR 4 LPA.
The median salary offered to the candidates of Postgraduate programmes for the year 2022 was INR 6 LPA. SPA Delhi has been hosting top recruiters such as NIUA, World Bank, NITI Aayog, EY, Deloitte, Infosys, PwC, and World Bank Group.
Particulars
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Median CTC
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B.Arch., 2021
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INR 5 LPA
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B.Planning, 2022
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INR 4LPA
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Master’s, 2022
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INR 6 LPA
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