SPA Delhi - School of Planning and Architecture Answered Questions

For allocation of SPA Delhi MDes seats, the institute takes the rules of reservation into consideration. As per the SPA Delhi reservation policy, a total of 6 seats are reserved for the admission of SC/ST category students. Out of the 06 seats, 02 seats are reserved for the admission of ST category students, and 04 seats are reserved for students belonging to the Scheduled Tribes.

Both SPA Delhi and Amity University Noida are good options to pursue a PhD. However, in order to determine which is more affordable, students must compare the fees charged by both institutions.Upon comparing, it is found that SPA Delhi is more affordable since the tuition fee to pursue PhD at SPA Delhi is INR 80,000 and the tuition fee to pursue a PhD at Amity University is INR 3 lakh.Note: The fee mentioned above is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Yes, SPA Delhi offers scholarships to students enrolled in the MPlan programme. These scholarships help institutions in breaking the financial barrier and reward meritorious students. The MPlan scholarships are distributed based on GATE scores submitted at the time of application. Moreover, the institute provides only a limited number of scholarships. Thus, interested students must apply for the scholarships timely.

No, SPA Delhi MDes admissions are entrance-based. As per the official brochure, candidates willing to take admission to this programme must have a valid CEED score. Based on these scores, students are ranked and allocated a seat. Moreover, the students must also fulfill the eligibility requirements prescribed by the institute.

Once the institute has closed the application portal, the admission committee begins with the selection process. Candidates are ranked based on marks obtained in the CEED exam. Students participating in the admission process must keep checking the official website to stay updated with the release of the merit list. Those who are offered seats must further report to the institute for document verification and payment of fees.

The total cost to pursue the MDes at SPA Delhi is calculated by adding all fee components included in fee structure. As per the structure it is around INR 2.77 lakh. This amount consists of various fee elements such as tuition fees and one-time fees, etc. This fee also comprises hostel costs. See the table below to know more;Fee componentsAmountTuitionINR 1.8 lakhHostelINR 72400One-time PaymentINR 25,000Total FeeINR 2.77 lakhNote: The above mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However it is indicative and subject to change.

Yes, SPA Delhi PhD admissions are merit-based. Students aspiring to take admission to the programme are not required to take any entrance exam. In order to get admission, they must submit a duly filled application form. The fee to apply is INR 2,500. The admissions are granted to eligible students based on their academic profile and work experience, if any.Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

A PhD degree from SPA Delhi provides graduates with a broad career scope. PhD scholars can pursue different career paths, each with the potential for attractive earnings. Scholars can look out for jobs in the field of academia. Students can apply to work as a professor or researcher. Scholars can expect to start with a salary ranging from INR 7 to INR 8 LPA. However, the students must note that the pay and job title may differ from student to student depending on the student's skill, knowledge, and experience. PhD graduates can also explore the field of consultancy. They can join an established firm that deals with their area of research or set up their own consultancy company. 

SPA Delhi has released the NIRF 2024 report. As per the report, 157 PG (2-year) students were placed during the 2023 placements. Moreover, the median package offered to overall PG (2-year) students stood at INR 6.75 LPA. Other than this, some of the top recruiters who have participated in the SPA Delhi placements included Ernst & Young, WSP India, Honda Motor Company, etc.

To get admission to the SPA Delhi PhD course, students must fulfil the basic eligibility requirements. Those who satisfy the eligibility criteria can apply by filling out the application available on the institute's official website. The fee to apply is INR 2,500.After the application process, the selection of students is done based on their merit obtained in the last qualifying exam, academic record, interest in the programme, desired area of research, and work experience (if any). At last, the selected candidates must report to the institute for document verification and payment of fees.