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About SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture

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Q:   Does SPA Bhopal accepts NATA scores?
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Yes, SPA bhopal accepts NATA score for BArch course. To know more on eligibility of BArch course, students can check the table presented below:

CourseSelection Criteria
BArch

JEE Main, NATA, DASA UG

 

Q:   Who can apply for SPA Bhopal admissions?
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The students who are interested for taking admissions in SPA bhopal can check the table presented below:

Course

Common Eligibility

MPlanClass 12 with 50% aggregate
MArchGraduate with 60% aggregate
BPlanClass 12 with 50% aggregate
MPlanGraduate with 60% aggregate
Q:   Can I join SPA Bhopal directly?
A: 

No, you cannot directly join SPA Bhopal, neither for undergraduate nor postgraduate programs. All admissions to SPA Bhopal happen through entrance exams and a competitive selection process. There are no direct admission or quota-based entry options.

Undergraduate Programs (B.Arch and B.Plan):

Admission is based on your performance in JEE Mains and SPA Bhopal Admission Test (SPAT). Both exams test your aptitude and knowledge in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and relevant drawing skills. Shortlisted candidates might be called for an interview round.

Postgraduate Programs (M.Arch and M.Plan):

Admission is generally based on your performance in GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) or CEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design), depending on the chosen specialization. Some programs might also consider your academic record and portfolio of work. Shortlisted candidates might be called for an interview round.

Q:   what is hostel fee at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
A: 

The official website of the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal has no mention of the information for the hostel fees. However, as per the student reviews and online reports, the hostel fees for the School of Planning and Architecture are approximately INR 40, 000 per year

Q:   What is the ranking of School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranks the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) Bhopal 11th in architecture in 2023. NIRF placed it tenth for architecture in 2022. NIRF placed it fifth in architecture in 2021. Admission to undergraduate programs at SPA Bhopal is dependent on JEE Mains scores. The SPA Bhopal entrance test is used to determine admission to postgraduate and research programs.

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School of Planning and Architecture
Admission process

B.Arch Admissions 2025

1 Course5 years
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  • 10+2 with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: JEE Main, NATA, DASA UG
Calendar IconImportant dates
DatesEvents
20 Jun '25 - 21 Jun '25
NATA 2025 exam dates
27 Jun '25 - 28 Jun '25
NATA 2025 exam dates
Aug '25
NATA 2024 additional exam datesTentative
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SPA Bhopal Cut off 2022

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JEE Main Round 1 Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)293543367
Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan.)353590411
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Q:   What is the cut off requirement for MPlan at SPA Bhopal?
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Students can find the MPlan cut off at SPA Bhopal:

Course202120222023
Master of Planning in Urban and Regional Planning636557495
Master of Planning-Environmental Planning568429366
M.Plan. (Transport Planning and Logistics Management)574539444
Q:   What is the GATE cutoff score for SPA Bhopal in 2024?
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SPA Bhopal cutoff 2024 has been released across multiple specialisations. Based on the Round 1 seat allotment, the cutoff scores ranged between 436 and 549 for the General AII India category students. Among all the M.Tech specialisations, Master of Planning in Urban and Regional Planning is the most competitive specialisation. So, considering the round 1 cutoff, candidates seeking admission to School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal must secure over and above the cutoff range mentioned here to be eligible.

A detailed course-wise SPA Bhopal GATE CCMT cutoff 2024 is given below for the General category students under the AII India Quota. 

Course2024
M.Arch in Conservation436
Master of Planning in Urban and Regional Planning549
M.Plan. (Transport Planning and Logistics Management)489
Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for M.Arch at SPA Bhopal ?
A: 

Here is some information about the cutoff for M.Arch at SPA Bhopal:

In 2023, the cutoff by marks for M.Arch. Landscape Architecture was 405.

In 2023, the overall cutoff for GATE was 377–476 marks.

In 2023, the expected JEE Main cutoff for general category students was 724th rank.

In 2023, the expected JEE Main cutoff for OBC students was 445th rank.

In 2023, the expected JEE Main cutoff for SC students was 350th rank.

In 2023, the expected JEE Main cutoff for ST students was 272nd rank.

In 2023, the expected JEE Main cutoff for EWS students was 336th rank.

In 2023, the expected JEE Main cutoff for PWD students was 211th rank. 

To be eligible for admission at SPA Bhopal, students must take the JEE (Main) exam and either:

Secure at least 75% marks in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD)

Be within the category-wise top 20 percentile 

Q:   What is the cut off requirement for MArch at SPA Bhopal?
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Students can find the MArch cut off at SPA Bhopal:

Course202120222023
MArch (Landscape)562NA442
MArch (Urban Design)574472377
Q:   What are the cutoff marks required for B.Arch. for admission to SPA, Bhopal?
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In 2023, B.Arch. has been the most competitive specialization with a closing rank of 345. JEE Main Last Round Closing Rank for General-All India in the year 2023 was 378. Overall, for B.Arch the average ranking could be considered as 345 - 378. The students are advised to score higher than this, as it is possible to see an increase of 10% in the 2024 cut-off.
 
To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
  • Have a minimum average mark of 50% in 12th or equivalent in the Science stream
  • Have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and the Maths subject in 10+2
  • Have a minimum of 80 marks out of 200 in NATA
  • Have a minimum of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics to appear in JEE Main Paper 2A 2023 for B.Arch 
     
 
The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admissions to B.Arch programs. The Council of Architecture (CoA) conducts this entrance in three phases. 
 
Admission is through counseling based on the rank obtained in JEE Mains.

SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture Placements

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B.Arch
6 LPA
M.Arch
6 LPA
M.Plan
6 LPA
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Q:   What is the median package offered to MArch at SPA Bhopal?
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The table below showcases median package offered to MArch students in the past three years:

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Statistics (2018)

Statistics (2019)

Statistics (2020)

MArch

INR 4.80 LPA

INR 4.20 LPA

INR 5.10 LPA

Q:   Which has better placement at SPA Bhopal , B.Arch or B.Plan ?
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According to the records the average package that is offered in B.Arch is about 5 LPA but in B.Plan the average package is about 4 LPA . So when it comes to placements view both are good but B.Arch has some edge when it compared to B.Plan . So B.Arch has  better placements in SPA Bhopal. According to the previous and present placements report the B.Arch is having good placements ratio .

Q:   How are B.Arch placements at SPA Bhopal ?
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According to a 2021 NIRF report, 94 out of 122 BArch and MArch students were placed during SPA Bhopal's 2020 placements. The median package offered to BArch students was INR 2.40 LPA, and the median package offered to MArch students was INR 5.10 LPA. 

According to IE Education, the median salary offered to Bachelor of Architecture candidates in 2021 was INR 5 LPA. 

The School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal has a Training and Placement Cell that helps students choose suitable organizations for professional training and facilitates the placement of graduating students. The Training and Placement Cell also publishes a Placement Brochure that provides the profile of all graduating students. 

Q:   What was the highest package offered at SPA Bhopal ?
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The highest salary offered at SPA Bhopal is INR 7,00,000 per annum. 
 
However, according to Shiksha's review, the highest placement was INR 5 Lakhs per annum and the lowest package was around INR 1.8 Lakhs. 
 
The median salary for undergraduate courses at SPA Bhopal ranges from INR 2.4 LPA to INR 6 LPA. In 2021, the median salary for Bachelor of Architecture candidates was INR 5 LPA, and in 2022, the median salary for Bachelor of Planning candidates was INR 4 LPA. 
Q:   What is the placement rate recorded for MArch at SPA Bhopal?
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SPA Bhopal has not released the placement report for the year 2023. The table below showcases MArch placement rate trends in the last three years:

Course

Statistics (2018)

Statistics (2019)

Statistics (2020)

MArch

61%

100%

62%

School of Planning and Architecture
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Q:   Is SPA Bhopal best in Bhopal ?
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Based on 2024 rankings the best architecture college in Bhopal is SPA Bhopal. Because having best placements and with good infrastructure also providing the quality of education to students and working hard for the best results and Bringing the college on the top of the table in the rankings of India Today. And also has best ranking from the NIRF ( National Institutional Ranking Framework ) . SPA Bhopal is the best college to pursue education for good career

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School of Planning and Architecture
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Master of Landscape Architecture - Batch of 2020
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Overall, this is the best college for the Master of Landscape Architecture course.
Placements: Approximately 76% of students are placed in our study. The biggest recruitment agencies are Ignis Partners, Shaheer Associates, LandArt Designs, etc. The highest and lowest salary packages are 25 LPA and 5 LPA, respectively. The average salary is 15 LPA. Top roles include Landscape Architecture Manager and Landscape Designer. About 66% of students get internships.
Infrastructure: Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, and the library are excellent. The hotels and food in the campus mess are far better than those in top NITs and IITs. We have facilities for football, basketball, badminton, volleyball, cricket, and table tennis. The most popular sports are cricket and basketball. People have more leisure time in the evening, and both students and teachers participate in various sports. We also have inter-college and intra-college sports and cultural festivals.
Faculty: The college has some of the best teachers in the entire country. Each faculty member is well qualified and has a mix of experiences, including both industry and teaching experience. The academic work stimulates students with regular field meetings and feedback on academic achievement. Tests are easy, and the pass rate is 77%.
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Master of Urban Design - Batch of 2021
4.6
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Placements are average in SPA Bhopal.
Placements: It's a course where there aren't many campus placements. A few come and take a select few students. They generally check the CGPA and portfolio of the students and choose the tentative students based on that. The interview process usually consists of a few general and a few professional questions. The tentative percentage of students placed is somewhere between 20 and 30 percent.
Infrastructure: The hostel is one of the best features of the college. The rooms are clean and airy with private balconies every 2 rooms. The rooms are shared, 2 students each room. The rooms are spacious and designed well. The campus is residential, so all the students are house in the college and adequate seats are available for every student. The washrooms are clean. There is a courtyard for students where games can be played. There are also common rooms, a gym, a music room and a tv area.
Faculty: The course Masters of planning is suited for student who are interested in broader scope of urban development and sustainability. The course is fun and enjoyable, with site visits and works. The exams are moderate; it's not that hard for paper or for viva. It will, according to externals, mostly bring experienced externalsThe faculty members are highly qualified and have a lot of experience. The faculty members will clarify any doubts for the student and we can call the faculty members if we have doubt. or approach their cabins. There will be minimum of 2 faculty members for one subject and for the main subject, there will be 3 faculty members.
Other: Freshers, Farewell, Convocation, Founder's Day, Sports meet & all regional festivals like Janmashtami, Holi, Durga Puja, Lohri, Pongal, Saraswati Puja, and Sankranti are celebrated throughout the year and the whole college participates in them and enjoys them. This is the best thing: there is unity in diversity in our college; we don't differentiate and give equal importance to all the festivals; our college is inclusive in nature.
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Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan.) - Batch of 2023
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Good campus life and lively location.
Placements: As such students go for higher studies through GATE examination in IITs or abroad ; very few are placed as one has to apply from outside the campus; the placement team does their job very well but the course of planning is such that the job requires a higher degree in the field.
Infrastructure: Newly built academic area is a architecture marvel with campus area lushed with green space and lakes all around. Very big hostel rooms with 2 persons capacity including balcony per room; there are common washrooms for each wing in the hostel, and 1 mess per hostel.
Faculty: Very well designed curriculum with great faculty in the field. Every semester there is an increment of the level of subjects. Site survey are best part of the semester which is designed for the main subject in each semester. The faculty members are experienced.
Other: Number one college for planning and architecture in India.
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Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) - Batch of 2028
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Placements are poor, faculty is okayish at best, hostels are good, and infrastructure is okay.
Placements: Only a few students get placed every year as there are very few jobs in architecture, the recruiting companies pay very little, the working hours are very high, and there is no work-life balance. The only way out is to start your own firm. Most students pursue Masters either in planning or go abroad rather than getting placed.
Infrastructure: The hostels are very good; the rooms are big, clean, and adequately maintained; the bathrooms are below average, as there is only one washroom per 30 rooms; every room has a balcony; the mess is in the hostel itself; there is a badminton court, a table tennis table, and a TV in the common. Wi-Fi is okay at best, with speeds ranging from 1 to 60 mbps, depending on the location of your room. Sports facilities are pretty poor. The basketball court is okay, as is the badminton court, but except for that, nothing is taken care of. The football field is small and never has grass. The cricket ground is unusable for more than half of the academic year, and the other volleyball court is substandard. The library is very small, and the selection of books is also underwhelming. The new academic block is very far from the hostels and very inefficient; the old academic block is always filled with Masters students.
Faculty: The difficulty of the semester depends on the faculty you get; there are some egoistic teachers who will put you back a year without a second thought, and there are teachers who will pass you with good marks even when you do just the bare minimum. Life is hectic during the semester with endless submissions. The schedule is tightly paced; you barely get time for extracurricular activities. Half of the teachers are employed just because someone from their family is already teaching here; nepotism in teaching positions is insanity. Husbands, wives, and cousins of teachers are very common. The teachers here are a bit ruthless as an independent institute, and they do what they want.
Other: Events are not the best as the strength of the college is < 1000. There is a very large involvement of faculty and their families as the campus is in a remote location and there is nothing else that their family has to pass their time with. Overall, events are underwhelming and not on par with other larger colleges.
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Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) - Batch of 2028
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One of the best places to study architecture in India.
Placements: If you are into placements, then please don't choose architecture. Placements are average here; you can expect 4 to 5 LPA. But after a few years of experience, you can be at 10 to 12 LPA. We do have a placement cell but that is not that active at bringing high-paying companies up to this point in time.
Infrastructure: Everything here is top-notch. The campus is less than 10 years old, so most of the amenities are considered quite modern. Our hostel has a warm water facility and it is also cleaned regularly. We can have coolers installed in our rooms but that will include electricity costs. The best part is that each room has a balcony between the rooms for double occupancy and we have communal washrooms. The mess is managed by the students for the students so you can expect good-quality food here. We have a new academic block this year and that building is very beautiful to study in. Our campus has a fast 450 mbps connection in college but only 150 mbps of Wi-Fi in our hostels. The library is small considering the size of the campus, but we have good access to leading online journals. The best part about our campus is that we have no restrictions on entry and exist in our hostels. Any student can work and go to the classroom at any time. We have a good workshop facility and we can do whatever we want there but the only downside is that for using power tools, we need to have permission. Apart from that, other labs are heavily equipped, be they graphic or GIS labs. Compared to other colleges, we are getting far superior labs.
Faculty: The teachers are highly qualified; most of them are practicing architects and have a good number of projects under their name. They are highly knowledgeable and are very supportive when it comes to learning. Most of them have more than 10 years of experience; you can expect the best teachers in our nation to teach here. The curriculum is very hectic. Some of us have mental breakdowns due to work loads. That is why I am not giving it 5 stars. We work like animals here; day and night, you will see us working in our studios and hostel rooms. And the curriculum is the reason. But it will make you ready for the industry. Our alumni are highly respected, both by us and by the other architects, simply because we are extremely hardworking and dedicated to our job. The semester exams are mostly hilly except for a few subjects like history of architecture and structures. There are one or two students every semester who get the year back. So be very careful and study tight.
Other: The reason I chose this course is because of my love for building. I like seeing unique and beautiful buildings, and I want to design my own house. That is why I chose this course. I was deep into pursuing design, which is why I am here. Also, you can travel a lot while you're here. The best thing about this course is that you can build whatever you can imagine. Its like painting but in 3D. I wish to lower our work loads and also want to have a more practical approach to learning than a theoretical one. Our campus is a very happening place; we have people from every part of the nation and that is the strength of the institution, and you can see every festival from each and every state. We have an event every other second week and that keeps us from getting bored. But the downside is that there is groupism here and people generally divide themselves based on language.
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Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) - Batch of 2023
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Review for the Bachelor of Architecture at SPA, Bhopal.
Placements: Nearly 30-40% of the students get placed in the Bachelor of Architecture course. For the bachelor's degree, there are comparatively fewer placements than for the master's degree. The average package offered in our course is 3-4 LPA. Top recruiters at the college for our course include Chafik, Archdais, Tactii, etc. The top roles offered are urban designer, architect, etc.
Infrastructure: SPA Bhopal has a lush, green campus with various kinds of facilities. Our college has really good infrastructure for this course. Students are provided with proper facilities by the college management. The campus includes labs and a library with Wi-Fi. Hostel facilities are available for students. The college promotes sports activities and provides multiple sports facilities.
Faculty: The teachers at SPA Bhopal are highly qualified and knowledgeable. They are experienced in the teaching field and are supportive, helping students with their doubts. The course curriculum is designed according to industry requirements. The exams are of moderate difficulty.
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SPA Bhopal Courses and Fees 2025

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B.Arch(1 course)
10+2 : 50 %
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M.Arch(6 courses)
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : GATECCMT
B.Plan(1 course)
10+2 : 50 %
Exams : JEE Main
M.Plan(2 courses)
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : GATECCMT
M.Des(1 course)
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : CEED
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Q:   Which entrance exam scores are accepted by SPA Bhopal for admission?
A: 
The School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) Bhopal accepts the following entrance exam scores for admission:
  • BArch and BPlan: JEE Mains and other national-based entrance exam scores
  • MArch and MPlan: GATE and CCMT exams 
     
Admission to undergraduate programs at SPA Bhopal is based on JEE-2023 All India Rank and eligibility criteria defined by JoSAA. BArch admissions are made on the basis of JEE Mains score followed by JoSAA counselling. 
 
SPA Bhopal does not accept NATA scores. 
Q:   What is the selection process for B.Arch and what is the minimum JEE score required?
A: 
The selection process for B.Arch is based on scores from either JEE Main or NATA. 
 
To be eligible for B.Arch admission, students must:
  • Have completed class 12 with a minimum of 50% score in PCM subjects from a recognised board
  • Pass 10+2 or equivalent examinations with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and also 50% marks in aggregate 
     
A score of above 250 out of 400 marks in JEE Main Paper 2 is considered a good score for B.Arch admission. A score of above 300 can secure the chance of admission at various NITs and GFTIs offering B.Arch courses. 
 
Admission to IITs is based on JEE Advanced Rank and for admission in NITs, SPA, BIT Mesra, SMVDU the admission is based on JEE Main Paper 2 Rank.
Q:   What is the total fees of SPA Bhopal?
A: 

Candidates who pass the selection process are required to pay the fee at the time of admission. Find below the fees for popular UG and PG courses offered at SPA Bhopal:

Course Name

Total Tuition Fee*

BArch

INR 2.50 lakh

MArch

INR 1 Lacs to INR 2.80 lakh

BPlan

INR 2 lakh

MPlan

INR 1 lakh

*The total tuition fee is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative.

Q:   What is the application fee of MPlan at SPA Bhopal?
A: 

Students can check the MPlan application fee from the table presented below:

Category

Application Fee for Each Programme

UR/OBC-NCL/EWS

INR 2,000

SC/ST/PwD

INR 1,000

 

Q:   Can I join SPA Bhopal for MPlan without NATA?
A: 

Yes, at SPA Bhopal the candidate can join MPlan course without NATA score. The admission for MPlan is through CCMT. Students need to meet the minimum course eligibility in order to get admission in SPA Bhopal.

SPA Bhopal Scholarships 2025

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Q:   Are scholarships available at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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Scholarships are available at the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal. The college accepts scholarships availed by the state government of Madhya Pradesh such as Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojna, Central Sector Scholarship for various categories through the National Scholarship Portal, and Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for students of Madhya Pradesh. Students can get all the necessary information about scholarship eligibility criteria on the official website of the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal.

Q:   Does SPA Bhopal offers scholarship?
A: 

The college offers national, post-matric and other state-based scholarships available for students who are looking for admission to SPA Bhopal. The table below showcases the list of scholarships available at SPA Bhopal:

SPA Bhopal Scholarships

Central Sector Scholarship for various categories through National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojna in Madhya Pradesh state

Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for students of Madhya Pradesh

Other State Scholarship: Any other scholarship scheme offered by State Govt./PSU/ from time to time

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Institute guidelines for GATE/CEED Scholarship

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Q:   Who can avail scholarship for MPlan at SPA Bhopal?
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Candidates applying for ‘Direct Admission’ are not normally eligible for scholarships. Institute Scholarships are accessible for a maximum of 60% aggregate of seats of all programmes provided the candidates are admitted through CCMT channel (GATE qualified). In the event of any seats outstanding vacant through CCMT, SPA Bhopal reserves the right to admit students from the merit list of applicants selected through direct admission in subsequent rounds. If any seats remain unfilled in CCMT admission, the same number of scholarships will be offered against vacant seats to candidates admitted through direct admission procedures provided the candidates possess valid GATE scores based on a merit list prepared for this specific purpose.

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Q:   Is SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture a known college/Institute?
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SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture is a well-known institution for M.Arch, M.Plan, B.Arch, B.Plan courses. These programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. As per Shiksha verified reviews, SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture has a rating of 4.1 on the basis of reviews by students. Not just this, it has also been rated 4.3 on campuslife, 3 on placements, 4.6 on faculty and 4.3 on Infrastructure.
Q:   How is faculty at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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Faculty members at the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopalare highly qualified and we-experienced. The course pedagogy is also designed as per the current industry standard. To provide greater and richer industry exposure to students,   there are also guest faculty lectures and industrial site visits. 

Q:   How is mess food at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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The School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal ensures that the food provided in their mess is of high quality and maintains proper hygiene standards. Additionally, they offer a night mess service from 11 pm to 3 am, catering to the students' food needs during late hours. In the rare event of any concerns regarding food quality, students have the option to raise complaints, and necessary measures will be taken, including changing the vendors if required.

Q:   Are there any seat reservations at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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The School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal has seat reservations for admission for different categories.  Category-wise seat reservations in diffrent courses at the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal are given in the table below:

Category Seat Course
OBC9B.Plan
OBC24B.Arch
SC6B.Plan
SC13B.Arch
ST6B.Plan
ST13B.Plan
Q:   Are admissions open at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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Applications are now being accepted for PG courses for the academic year 2023-24, and the deadline to apply is May 7th. The entrance exam is scheduled for June 3rd, while the interview dates are set for June 4th and June 5th. The last date to apply for NATA 2023 has been extended. Now, candidates can access the NATA 2023 application form for the second test until May 24th and for the third test until June 27th.

Q:   What are the top courses offered at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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The SPA Bhopal was placed sixth in the NIRF Architecture list for 2022, sixth in Indiatoday's list of India's Best Colleges for Architecture, and fourth in Outlook ICARE's rating of India's Top 7 Government Architecture Colleges. 
Bhopal's School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) provides more than ten programmes. These are some examples: 
Bachelor's degrees:

1) B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture)

2)A Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan) degree is required.

Postgraduate qualifications:

1)M.Arch (Master of Architecture)

2)M.Des (Master of Design)

3)M.Plan (Master of Planning)

PhD programs are available.
Specializations are also available at the SPA Bhopal. 

1)Urban planning

2)Logistics and transportation planning

3)Conservation

 

Q:   Is SPA Bhopal good for M.Arch?
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Yes, SPA Bhopal is considered a good option for M.Arch, especially if you want a holistic and well-rounded architectural education in India.

  • Recognized as a prestigious institute among architecture schools in India, consistently ranking among the top 10 in NIRF rankings.
  • Renowned professors with diverse expertise and industry experience.
  • Covers a wide range of architectural subjects, including design, theory, technology, history, and environmental aspects.
  • Collaborates with various architectural firms and organizations, providing internship and placement opportunities.
  • Encourages student engagement through workshops, seminars, and extracurricular activities.
Q:   What is the highest package offered at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal has a training and placement cell that is committed to providing its students with great career opportunities. School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal has not released its placement statistics on its official website. However, as per the media reports and student reviews The average package offered to students was INR INR 2.40 LPA and INR 5.10 LPA for B.Arch and M.Arch respectively.

Q:   How can I get into SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?
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SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:
CoursesEligibility
M.ArchCandidate must have passed Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline with minimum of 60% marks for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC or at least 6.5 CGPA (on a 10- point scale) and 55% marks in case of SC/ST/PwD candidates or 6.0 CGPA (on a 10-point scale) from a recognised university/Institute. Final year appearning students may also apply on provisional basis. Candidate must have a valid GATE Score of the year 2020 / 2021 / 2022. Candidate who has passed from any of the professional societies such as The Institution of Engineers (India) (IE), The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI), The Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, including Polymer and Environmental Group (IIChemE), The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), The Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), etc. ) and has enrolled with these institutions with permanent recognition up to May 31, 2013 can also apply.
M.PlanCandidate must have passed Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline with minimum of 60% marks for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC or at least 6.5 CGPA (on a 10- point scale) and 55% marks in case of SC/ST/PwD candidates or 6.0 CGPA (on a 10-point scale) from a recognised university/Institute. Final year appearning students may also apply on provisional basis. Candidate must have a valid GATE Score of the year 2020 / 2021 / 2022. Candidate who has passed from any of the professional societies such as The Institution of Engineers (India) (IE), The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI), The Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, including Polymer and Environmental Group (IIChemE), The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), The Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), etc. ) and has enrolled with these institutions with permanent recognition up to May 31, 2013 can also apply.
B.ArchCandidate who have passed 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised Institute/ University can also apply. Candidates appearing for 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics in the current year may also provisionally appear for NATA-2023.
B.PlanCandidate with below mentioned eligibility are also eligible: qualification equivalent to the 10+2 system by the AIU or Intermediate or 2-year Pre-University exam conducted by a recognised Board/ University. Final examination of the 2-year course of the Joint Services Wing of the NDA. SSC Examination conducted by the NIOS with a minimum of 5 subjects. A Diploma recognised by AICTE or a State board of technical education of at least 3 year duration.
Q:   How many seats are available at SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture for all courses combined?
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The overall seats available across all courses offered by SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture is up to 270. Good thing to know is that SPA Bhopal - School of Planning and Architecture has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like CoA.
Q:   Which one is better for B.Arch, SPA Bhopal or MANIT - Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology?
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SPA Bhopal

School of Planning and Architecture was established in 2008 in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The institute offers 2 UG and 8 PG courses in full-time mode. The college is approved by CoA. For its B. Arch program, the total tuition fee for the whole program is INR 2.50 Lakhs. The institute offers 94 seats for the B.Arch students. The course has been ranked 11th by NIRF in 2023, 6th by India Today in 2023. The institute's placement record is average. The average salary package offered for this course by the institute is around INR 3 - 5 LPA.

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology was established in 1960 in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The institute offers BTech, BPlan, BArch, MTech, MPlan, MCA, MBA and PhD programmes in various specialisations in full-time mode. The college is approved by CoA. For its B. Arch program, the total tuition fee for the whole program is INR INR 6.25 Lakh. The institute offers 100 seats for the B.Arch students. The course has been ranked 24th by NIRF in 2023. The institute's placement record is very good. The average salary package offered for this course by the institute is around INR 15.6 LPA, the highest package offered was INR 82 LPA, during the placement drive in 2023.

Overall, both colleges are good. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology seems to be a little expensive, however it provides more opportunities than SPA, Bhopal. 

Q:   What is unique about School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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Located in Madhya Pradesh, SPA Bhopal, also known as the School of Planning and Architecture, is a prestigious institution. It has been ranked 11th in the NIRF rankings of 2023 for its B.Arch course. The primary goal of this institute is to nurture the finest architects and planners in the country, equipping them to tackle the demands of global standards in physical and socio-environmental development. SPA Bhopal aspires to become a "University of imagination, " fostering a culture of curiosity among its students, researchers, professors, and the wider society.

Q:   Does SPA Bhopal offer better placements than MANIT - Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology?
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The Planning department at SPA Bhopal doesn't have any placements. However, SPA Bhopal offers decent placement opportunities, including pre-placement training and an active placement cell. Some say that SPA Bhopal is a great college for studying architecture and planning. MANIT Bhopal had a record-breaking placement session in 2017-18, with students placed in companies like Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and Microsoft. In 2023, MANIT Bhopal's average package was INR 15.6 LPA, with a median salary of INR 10 LPA. 
Q:   Can I get direct admission to B.Arch at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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The School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal offers direct admission to the B.Arch programme through two channels:

The Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main: Candidates who have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English as subjects are eligible to appear for the JEE Main. Based on the rank obtained in JEE Main, candidates are offered admission to the B.Arch programme at SPA Bhopal. The admission through JEE Main is merit-based.

The All India Aptitude Test in Architecture (AIATA): Candidates who have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and English as a language subject are eligible to appear for the AIATA. Based on the score obtained in AIATA, candidates are offered admission to the B.Arch programme at SPA Bhopal. The admission through AIATA is based on the aptitude and drawing ability of the candidate. 

Candidates have to fill the online application form available on the official website of SPA Bhopal and pay the application fee to secure admission through either of these channels. After the results of JEE Main or AIATA are declared, shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and payment of fees to confirm their admission.

Both JEE Main and AIATA are national level entrance examinations conducted once a year. To seek admission for the upcoming academic year at SPA Bhopal through direct entry, candidates have to appear for the entrance exam in that particular year.

 

Q:   How can candidates join School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal?
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The Government of India designated SPA Bhopal as an Institute of National Importance in 2008. 
JEE Main, NATA, and DASA UG are the tests approved for admission to the B.Arch program. Candidates who wish to enter the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal (SPA Bhopal) must first: 1)take the JEE (Main) test.
2)Obtain at least 75% in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD).
3)Be in the top 20% of their respective Class XII board test category.
4)Pass the IIT-JEE Mains test or the All India Engineering Entrance test.
5)Pass with the college's cut off marks
6)Show up for JOSAA counseling.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email of the time and location of online and in-person interviews.

 

Q:   Where can a candidate check SPA Bhopal cutoff 2023?
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Candidates can check the 2023 JEE Main cutoff for SPA Bhopal on the official JoSAA website. The JEE Mains 2023 cutoff for Round 6 at SPA Bhopal was released on July 26, 2023. 
 
To be eligible for admission to SPA Bhopal, candidates must take the JEE (Main) exam and meet one of the following criteria:
  • Score at least 75% marks in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD)
  • Be within the category-wise top 20 percentile.
     
Q:   What is the selection criteria at SPA Bhopal?
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The selection criteria for SPA Bhopal are mentioned in the table below:

Course

Selection Criteria

BArchJEE Main,  NATA,  DASA UG
BPlanJEE href="https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/gate-exam">GATE,  CCMT
BPlanJEE Main 
MPlanGATE, CCMT
Q:   Who is eligible for MPlan at SPA Bhopal?
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At SPA Bhopal, the institute offers three PG programmes, i.e., Master of Planning (Urban and Regional), Master of Planning (Environmental planning) and Master of Planning (Transport and Logistics Management). To get admission in Plan at SPA Bhopal the student need to clear GATE followed by the counselling process CCMT. For clarity, students can check the table presented below:

ParticularsEligibility
Accepted ExamGATE and CCMT
Graduation score60% aggregate
Q:   Is SPA Bhopal more expensive than MANIT - Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology ?
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The School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) in Bhopal, India, offers courses in the range of INR 100,000–277,800. The average annual fee for the 10 courses offered by SPA is INR 50,000. The tuition fee for the five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) course is INR 2.50 lakh. 
 
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT) in Bhopal offers courses with the following first-year fees:
  • B.Tech.: INR 154,000
  • M.Tech.: INR 104,275
  • M.C.A.: INR 93,815
  • MBA: INR 148,815
  • Ph.D.: INR 38,600
  • B.Arch.: INR 154,400
  • M.Plan.: INR 104,275
  • B.Plan.: INR 154,400 
     
B.Tech. Fees at MANIT can vary from INR 5.77 Lacs to INR 7.18 lakhs, depending on the student's chosen specialization. 
Q:   What is the course fee of MArch at SPA Bhopal?
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As per external sources, the tuition fee of MArch at SPA Bhopal is mentioned in table below:

ParticularsTotal Tuition Fee*
MArchINR 1 Lacs to INR 2.80 lakh

*The tuition fee mentioned above are gathered from external sources.

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Answered 5 months ago

To know which is a better choice, students must weigh both options based on important factors such as fees and median package. As per official sources, the fees to pursue BPlan at SPA Delhi and SPA Bhopal is INR 4 Lacs and INR 2.13 lakh, respectively. In terms of fees, SPA Bhopal is a better choice.

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To apply to MNIT Jaipur, SPA Bhopal, and NIT Hamirpur, check eligibility criteria based on academic qualifications and required entrance exams (usually JEE Main for undergraduate, GATE  for postgraduate). Register for the exam, appear on the scheduled date, and participate in counseling.

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To choose between Boston Architectural College in the US and the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal in India it depends on several factors.

 

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Specialized M.Arch in Architecture

Broader M.Arch with Specialization Options (Arch, Planning, etc.)

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Higher (tuition & living expenses)

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Boston, USA

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The School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal offers admission to the 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program. Admission is through the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture. 

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The eligibility criteria for admission to M.Arch at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal are as follows:

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in architecture (B.Arch.) from a recognised institute with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade. Relaxation will be provided to SC/ST/PWD candidate

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