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CEPT University Ahmedabad Courses & Fees 2025

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CoursesTuition FeesEligibility
B.Arch(2 courses)
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : NATA
B.Des(1 course)
10+2 : 50 %
Exams : UCEED
M.Arch(6 courses)
Graduation : 50-55 %
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Q:   How hard is to get into CEPT University?
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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.

Q:   Which is the entrance exam required for BDes (Hons) at CEPT University?
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CEPT University BDes (Hons) course admission is based on UCEED test score. The entrance exam is conducted by UCEED for admission to its design courses. Aspirants can register for the same through the official website of UCEED.

Q:   Is Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University good for MBA?
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CEPT University is a reputable choice for MBA education, with several notable features to consider:

CEPT's focus on comprehending, designing, planning, constructing, and managing human habitats.
A diverse array of programs encompassing architecture, planning, technology, design, and management.
A multicultural student body from across India and around the world.
The serene campus situated in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
World-class infrastructure and student amenities.
A distinguished faculty with rich experiences in government, research, and project leadership.
An array of extracurricular activities, including sports, cultural events, and clubs, to foster holistic student development.

CEPT University Fee Structure

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Q:   What is the MDes course fee structure of CEPT University?
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The MDes course fee is INR 8.4 Lacs at CEPT University. This is to note that, before applying for MDes course at CEPT University, the candidate should meet the last educational qulaification. The candidate should complete BArch with 55% to 50% aggregate. However, for detail visibility, students can check the table presented below for MDes course fee:

Course*Total Tuition Fee
MDesINR 8.4 lakh

This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. 

Q:   Can I pay application fee offline for BArch at CEPT University?
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No, caniddates who are looking for BArch admissions 2024 need to pay the application fee online. The online application fee is INR 1,500. However, before applying for the course, the candidate should have the latest NATA score. The selection criteria for BArch at CEPT University through NATA score.

Q:   What is the fee for UG courses at Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University?
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The annual tuition fees for the diverse array of 27 courses offered at the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT) University in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, average at INR3,20,000. The institution provides a comprehensive spectrum of courses, including:

- B.Arch: INR17,44,000
- B.E. / B.Tech: INR17.4 L
- M.Des: INR8.4 L
- MBA/PGDM: INR8.4 L
- B.Des: INR17.4 L
- M.Arch: INR8.4 L
- BID: INR17,44,000
- Bachelor of Urban Design: INR17,44,000
- Bachelor's in Civil Engineering: INR17,44,000

Eligibility criteria for admission to these courses encompass various academic prerequisites:

- B.E. / B.Tech: 10+2 with 45%, JEE Main exam
- M.Des: Graduation with 55%, CEPT Entrance Exam
- B.Des: 10+2 with 50%, NATA/CEED exam
- M.Arch: Graduation with 55%
- M.Tech: Graduation with 55%
- MUP: Graduation with 55%
- BUD: 10+2/Diploma + NATA

These fees and eligibility standards reflect the diverse and inclusive academic offerings at CEPT University, catering to students with varied educational backgrounds and aspirations.

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The companies like Mega, Mascot, Turner, Cushman and Wakefield, EY, KPMG, Simplex, PWC, L&T Infrastructure, Adani, Shapoorji Pallonji, etc., visited our university.
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Masters in Housing Design - Batch of 2023
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Overall, the best university for Masters in Housing Design Course.
Placements: Over 83% of the pupils were placed. The monthly remuneration is between Rs. 16,000 and Rs. 35,000. The leading recruitment firms include Hire Designers, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai, and others. Architects, urban planners, and others roles are provided. Over 80 percent of pupils are able to find work.
Infrastructure: The facilities are first-rate. The library provides free Wi-Fi and a vast assortment of books on a variety of subjects. There are additional places with Wi-Fi connectivity. The campus has a number of dining options. A hospital is also located on site. Most of the hostels contain a courtyard, a stadium, and five grounds where students can play sports including hockey, cricket, and soccer.
Faculty: Teachers are strict and friendly as a rule; they teach us in a meaningful way through regular technical visits The curriculum prepares us for jobs. Tests are based on monthly internal reviews and one-month tests. It is easy and can be scored by studying before a week or two. Pass rate is 80%.
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Masters in Urban Planning - Batch of 2024
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Overall, it is the best university for a master's in urban planning course.
Placements: Around 90% of students get placements from our batch. The average salary package offered ranges from 21-37 LPA. The highest salary package offered was 49 LPA and the lowest salary package offered was 15 LPA. Consulting firms, contracting organizations, and BIM developers are some of the companies that recruit students from our course. Top recruiters are ICF, L&T Infrastructure, AIILSG, etc. Our college supports internship opportunities between semesters.
Infrastructure: The college has a wonderful system-based design and wonderful unconventional school classrooms. We have studios where we play nonstop music over loudspeakers, host parties, and have open conversations with teachers. Wi-Fi is available. The library is located on the 4th floor. Medical services are provided, and the hostel chaos is minimal.
Faculty: The college has a very helpful and well-qualified faculty members. Teaching methods such as presentations, field trips, etc., are used for better understanding. The course curriculum is very helpful and useful. The internship helped me a lot to understand fieldwork. Semester exams are relatively tough and the pass percentage of students is 65%.
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Bachelor of Design (B.Des Hons.) - Batch of 2027
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Amazing campus, library, and workshop.
Placements: There is one placement cell, that manages the placements. Faculty members who teach us often come from an industrial background, and are already working or have worked in the market. Many times, it is these faculty members from whom or through whom we can expect opportunities to work. Also, the internships that we do, might go on to become our workplace, considering we have done substantial and meaningful work.
Infrastructure: It is an animal-friendly college, and the campus has tons of trees which is amazing. Wi-Fi has been provided on campus. Lilavati Lalbhai library is top-notch, with amazing in-house and out-house productions. Canteens could sure do with certain updates. We will have to look out for the summers, they are a bit harsh, given we rarely use air-conditioning. A new set of hostels is being constructed and should begin functioning in the second half of 2025. The holder group of hostels and the mess are surrounded by neem trees as well, all-in-all a very comfortable stay.
Faculty: We have a vertical-level studio system. The third and second-year students study in level 2 studios likewise, the 4th and 5th year students study in the level 3 studios. Each semester comes with a set of pre-existing and newer studios, alongside 2-3 mandates. This allows us to expand and explore a lot, no matter the course specifications. The studio location process each semester needs to change, and should be worked upon. We give juries at the end of each semester explaining to the juniors our design process, and the final outcome.
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Bachelors in Architecture (B.Arch) - Batch of 2023
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Overall the best university for a bachelor's in architecture (B.Arch) course.
Placements: For a bachelor's in architecture, placements are better at CEPT University. Every year, around 90% of students joined this university. The average salary package offered is around 20 LPA. Companies like Ryan Creative Living, Sanjay Puri Architects, Uniscadd, Morphogenesis, and Hafiz Contractor visited our campus. Senior roles offered are architectural technician, interior designer, etc.
Infrastructure: Our college offers a wide range of courses in several subject areas. The overall infrastructure of our college is excellent. We are given delicious and hygienic food. Students' ability to enter and exit the school is subject to specific limitations. Additionally, the site has all medical facilities.
Faculty: Our university is good at providing academic instruction. Students can choose the courses they want to study apart from a few compulsory courses. Electives and summer internships are also offered to fulfill the necessary academic credit requirements. Semester exams are easy. The pass rate is 83%.
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Overall best university for a Master's in Urban Design course.
Placements: CEPT University is one of the best colleges for designing courses. Every year, about 70-80% of the students get a campus placement in our university. Our average offer ranges from 10 LPA to 25 LPA. Key recruiters are Studio Symbiosis, SWA, Morphosis, HCP Design, Morphogenesis, etc. They offer high-quality services for Transportation Planner, Urban Designer, and more.
Infrastructure: CEPT University boasts advanced technological facilities. The library is of an outstanding class and one of the best in the country. There are so many books to choose from, and everything is included. The hostels are within walking distance of the campus, and students often choose hostels over rented apartments.
Faculty: The instructors were very qualified, helpful, and knowledgeable enough. Good teaching is the best, and teachers are happy to answer our questions. This curriculum is appropriate because the students were trained to be entrepreneurs. There is also a workshop where we explore new ideas and can execute them afterwards. Semester exams are easy. The pass rate is 74%.
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Student at CEPT University.
Placements: The highest and average salary packages offered by recruiters are 22 LPA and 3.6 LPA. All our students got placed in various companies depending on their skills and interests. The placement team arranges for some special trainers who understand the strengths and weaknesses of students completely.
Infrastructure: Our college supports various courses in different disciplines. The overall infrastructure of our college is really good. We are served with hygienic and tasty food. There are certain restrictions on the movement of students in and out of the campus. Also, all the medical facilities are available within the campus.
Faculty: It's very easy to clear semester examinations under the guidance of our faculty members. They are always encouraging and motivating. They are highly helpful during project development and research. They provide their ideas in project development and encourage our ideas.
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Admission FAQs

Q:   Can I fill out the CEPT application form online?
A: 

Yes, CEPT application form is available online. The authorities will not use any other mode to release the CEPT application form. While filling out the application form of CEPT, the candidates will have to fill out the required personal, academic, and contact details. All of the submitted details have to be valid.

Q:   What entrance exam scores does Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University accept for admission to MBA?
A: 

CEPT University considers various entrance exam scores for MBA admission:

1. NATA: Applicants need a minimum score of 140 in the NATA exam to qualify for the CEPT entrance examination.

2. GMAT and GRE: INSEAD acknowledges official GMAT and GRE scores as part of the admission process.

3. Graduation Level: Candidates are required to have achieved a minimum of 50% aggregate marks at the graduation level to be eligible for admission.

For other programs at CEPT University, the following entrance exam scores are accepted:

- UCEED: Admission to BDes programs.
- CEED: Admission to MDes programs.

In 2005, the Government of Gujarat transformed the erstwhile "Center for Environmental Planning and Technology" (CEPT) into CEPT University. This incorporation solidified CEPT University's status, marking a significant evolution in its institutional framework and educational offerings.

Q:   What is the step-wise UCEED 2025 counseling process?
A: 

The 1st step of UCEED 2025 counseling is online registration.

The counseling registration process for UCEED 2025 will be conducted starting the 2nd week of March 2025. Candidates who have qualified in the entrance exam and have been assigned a merit rank in UCEED 2024 were eligible to participate in the counseling process. 

The 2nd step is selection of campuses.

Eligible candidates had to register for counseling and select their choice of colleges in the order of priority at the time of registration.

In the 3rd step, seat allotment is made.

The allotment of seats is as per the merit rank of the candidate in UCEED 2025 and choices selected. Post the allotment of seats, the candidate have to pay the sea-acceptance fee and confirm their admission.

Q:   How will interview drive will conducted for MDes at CEPT University?
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Interviews for MDes course at CEPT University will be conducted online. Candidates should be prepared with all documents submitted, portfolio, thesis/dissertation or final year project as well as a sketch book and soft pencil while appearing for the interview. Candidates should have Zoom software installed with good quality internet and video available. Aspirant should ensure high-speed internet connections because any delay due to connectivity issues will not be entertained.

Q:   How much minimum percentage is required for BDes (Hons) at CEPT?
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A candidate can apply for BDes (Hons) at CEPT University if they had these any two of the following qualifications-

  • Applicants should have passed the qualifying examination (Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination) or its equivalent examination from any streams (Science, Commerce and Arts/Humanities), from Gujarat state board or any other State boards or CBSE/CISCE/NIOS/IB, with a minimum aggregate score of 50% aggregate for all subjects. 
  • Applicants should have passed the Diploma (Graduation) of Arts, Applied Arts, Photography, Animation, Interior Design, Architecture, Achitectural Assistantship, Fashion Technology, Handloom Technology, Printing Technology, Ceramic Technology, Leather Technology, Civil, Mechanical, Production, Automobile, with minimum 50% aggregate from Technical Board of Gujarat or any other state or from a college/university established under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 will be eligible to apply for the programme.
Q:   How many total seats are available for MArch at CEPT University?
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A total of 148 seats are available for MArch at CEPT University. Students can check specialisation-wise seats are available at CEPT University:

CoursesSeats
Master's in Architectural History and Research12
Master's in Architectural Tectonics24
Master's in Conservation and Regeneration16
Master's in Housing Design24
Master's in Interior Design36
Master's in Landscape Architecture36
Q:   What are the eligibility criteria for BTech (Hons.) admissions at CEPT University?
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To be eligible for admission to  Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (BCE) at CEPT University, candidates are required to Pass Class 10 and Class 12 with 45% aggregate from a recognised board. Further, candidates must appear for the accepted entrance exam i.e. JEE Main. After fulfillment of the eligibility criteria, candidates are required to visit the official website of the university to apply online.

Q:   Is there any entrance exam for MDes at CEPT University?
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Yes, for Building Products and Design and Furniture Design course, the candidate need to upload a valid CEED score card or appear for FAculty of Design PG entrance test. In order to select the most eligible candidates for the Faculty of Design Post Graduate programmes at CEPT University, the evaluation is conducted in multiple stages by the Admission Committee set up by the Faculty of Design. For details, students can check the table presented below:

Stage Criteria Weightage
Stage 1Academic Performance in
the UG Course
25% 
Work Experience25%
Portfolio50%
Total 100%
Stage 2FD PG Design Aptitude
Test
60%
Interview40%
Total 100%
Q:   Should I take admission in post-graduation in CEPT Ahmedabad for MBA?
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In order to apply for MBA course at CEPT University, the candidate need to meet the latest educational qualification. The educational qualification for MBA course is 50% aggregate. Apart from this, the selection criteria is through national-based entrance exam score such as MAT, CAT, CMAT score. Hence, is the candidate mee the criteria mentioned above, can apply for MBA course at CEPT Ahmedabad.

Q:   When will NATA 2024 application form be available to apply for BArch at CEPT University?
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NATA 2024 application form will be released on March 1, 2024. The start date for all phases of NATA application form 2024 will be the same. However, the final date to submit the application form will be different. Candidates will be able to fill out the NATA application form online for one, two or all phases of the examination. The authorities will not accept offline applications for NATA 2024. All of the details submitted in the application form has to be valid and as per the documents possessed by the candidates. 

Q:   What is the admission procedure for Indian candidates for BArch at CEPT University?
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For the candidates at CEPT University who are eligible for admission, 50% of the aggregate marks of all subjects of the qualifying examination Class 12 and 50% weightage required of the valid score obtained in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) for the corresponding year shall be considered as the merit mark for the BArch programme.

Admission offer will be sent by registered email ID to the eligible candidates in the order of their merit rank to their registered email IDs. The candidate shall be prepared to pay the fees in two-three working days after receiving the online admission offer.

 

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Answered 2 months ago

It's quite difficult to get B.Arch at CEPT UNIVERSITY .It have higher cut-off marks which is 120 and sometimes more.The basic cut-off for NATA is 70.

Jamia Milia Islamia well known institute It also accepts NATA scores.

Chandigarh University it also best option to explore. 

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Mohammed Hareef

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Answered 2 months ago

CEPT University offers courses across five faculties: Architecture, Planning, Technology, Design, and Management. Key highlights include:

- *Programs*: B.Arch, B.Des, B.Tech, M.Arch, M.Des, M.Tech

- *Campus*: Modern infrastructure, hostels, library, auditorium

- *Alumni*: Over 8,000, including B.V. Dos

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Baskaran M

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Answered 3 months ago

Getting BTech Hons. in Civil Engineering at CEPT would be an excellent option for the candidates who are willing to take admission to design, planning and infrastructure related genres. And, CEPT is considerd as a prominent institution which works on the approach of interdisciplinary learning to imp

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Tanisha Jain

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 6 months ago

While comparing the Institute of Technology, Nirma University, and CEPT University based on the parameters of M.Tech tuition fees, the Institute of Technology, Nirma University, is a more affordable option for pursuing an M.Tech course. The fee for the M.Tech tuition at the Institute of Technology,

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Nishtha Garg

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 7 months ago

CEPT University admissions:

- B.Arch: 50% through ACPC (GUJCET scores) and 50% through NATA scores.

- B.Tech (Hons.) Civil Engineering: Qualifying exam marks + JEE Main or GUJCET scores.

- Other programs: Evaluate applications, portfolios, and entrance exams like UCEED or CEPT Aptitude Test.

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