PhD in Architecture 

at CEPT University, University Area

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.

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. 

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.

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 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.

CEPT University application fee varies depending on the course. For each undergraduate course such as BTech (Hons), BArch and BDes (Hons), the application fee is INR 1.5K. For the postgraduate applications, the fee is INR 3.5K for the first application and INR 1K for every subsequent application. Students can pay the fee after filling out the application form. Applicants can pay the fee online through the official website. 

CEPT University admissions are open for all courses. The college offers entrance-based admission to all UG, PG, and Doctoral courses. Candidates seeking admission to CEPT University must fill out the online application form by visiting the university official website.