B.Tech. (Hons.) in Civil Engineering 

at CEPT University, University Area

Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University (CEPT) in Ahmedabad has 1,944 students. The university has a 16.41 acre campus and 112 faculty members. The gender percentage is 37% male and 63% female. 

CEPT offers 23 courses across five streams. The total number of students placed in the UG programme is 15, with a median salary of INR 5.45 LPA. The total number of students placed in the PG programme is 50, with a median salary of INR 5.20 LPA. 

The number of women pursuing B.Tech courses has doubled in five years. According to the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) 2019-20 data, women opting for B.Tech courses went up from 8 per cent in 2016 to 19.72 per cent in 2021. 

The placement scenario at the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT) University in Ahmedabad is commendable, with an annual placement success rate ranging from 80% to 90%.

The average salary package extended to students falls within the range of 7 LPA to 8 LPA. Notably, CEPT records a diverse spectrum of salary offerings, with the highest package reaching 9 to 10 LPA and the minimum salary offered ranging from 3 LPA to 5 LPA.

Facilitating the placement process is the dedicated Career Services Office at CEPT University, strategically orchestrating a programme to engage with a wide array of potential employers. This proactive approach ensures comprehensive outreach to prospective hiring entities.

In the national rankings for 2023, CEPT University secures the 15th position out of 171 universities in India. Additionally, in the NIRF 2023 rankings, CEPT University claims the 7th spot in the Architecture and Planning category, underscoring its prominence and excellence in the field.

The B.Tech programme at CEPT University stands out as a robust educational offering, providing students with a comprehensive grounding in engineering and technology. This curriculum aims to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills required to thrive in the dynamic field of technology.

For the B.Tech programme at CEPT University in Ahmedabad, the total tuition fee amounts to INR17,44,000. This fee structure is intelligently segmented, with an average annual fee of INR3,20,000, ensuring accessibility for students seeking a high-quality education without financial strain.

Prospective students aspiring to enroll in the B.Tech programme at CEPT University must meet specific eligibility benchmarks. These include securing a minimum of 45% in their 10+2 (or equivalent) examinations. Alternatively, admission pathways open through JEE Main scores or possession of a graduation degree with a minimum of 55%. Notably, CEPT University also conducts its independent entrance exam, providing an additional avenue for admission.

A fluctuating trend was recorded in BArch and MArch placement rate over the past three years (2021 to 2023). The table below mentions the CEPT University placement trends for a detailed analysis:

NOTE: The placement details mentioned above are from the NIRF report 2024. 

CEPT University selection criteria is both merit and entrance-based. For MArch, the selection criteria is merit-based. CEPT University offers MArch course in full-time mode. The course is offered in the stream of Architecture and Planning, Design, Humanities and Social Science. Programmes like MBA, the university requires a valid score CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT/ ATMA/GMAT/CUET (PG).  Candidates without national-level entrance exam scores shall be required to undertake the CEPT Test conducted by CEPT University.

Over the past three years of placements (2021 to 2023), an improving trend was observed in the BArch and MArch median packages. For a detailed analysis of the CEPT University placement package refer to the table below:

NOTE: The above salary details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024. 

The Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University average package details have not been released. However, the course-wise median package is available, which is presented below:

NOTE: The above salary details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024. 

The University has disclosed the median salary details for Architecture courses. During 2023 placements, the median package offered to BArch students was INR 5.80 LPA. For MArch courses, it stood at INR 7.50 LPA. Check the table below to know the CEPT University placement package details for 2023:

NOTE: The above details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

The social scene at CEPT University is vibrant, engaging and active. The University organises music concerts, hands-on workshops, print and graphic workshops, sports contest, debate and quiz competition. CEPT University has several student clubs, departmental and cultural clubs. The Student Campus Activities Unit of the Student Services Office provides leadership and volunteer opportunities. 

The placement rate recorded for BArch and MArch courses during the 2023 placements was 51% and 94%, respectively. Looking at the past three years' data, a fluctuating trend was recorded in CEPT University placement rate, which is presented below:

NOTE: The above placement percentage is calculated from the details given in the NIRF report 2024.