School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

Central Delhi, Delhi

College Type
Deemed to be University
Co-Ed Status :
Co-Education
Minority Status :
Non Minority

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School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi Admissions Details

School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi Application/Admission Process

SCHOOL OF PLANNING AND ARCHITECTURE – ADMISSION

The Schools of Planning and Architecture (SPAs) in India, established as Institutes of National Importance, lead in architecture, planning, and design education, with admissions for 2026 primarily through JEE Main Paper 2 and JoSAA for UG programs. These premier institutions—SPA Delhi (est. 1941), SPA Bhopal, and SPA Vijayawada—offer specialized B.Arch, B.Plan, M.Arch, M.Plan, and PhD courses, attracting top talent via competitive national exams.

Steps of Admission Process-

Schools of Planning and Architecture (SPAs) follow a structured admission process for 2026, with UG admissions centralized via JEE Main and JoSAA/CSAB, while PG and PhD involve institute-specific steps.

UG Admission Steps (B.Arch/B.Plan)

Step 1: Meet eligibility – Complete 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (50% aggregate for B.Arch; Mathematics mandatory for B.Plan).
Step 2: Appear for JEE Main 2026 – Register and qualify Paper 2A (B.Arch) or 2B (B.Plan); SPA Vijayawada also accepts NATA for B.Arch.
Step 3: Register for JoSAA/CSAB – Fill choices including SPA Delhi/Bhopal/Vijayawada during counseling; seats allotted based on All India Rank (AIR) and category cutoffs.
Step 4: Seat acceptance and reporting – Accept allotted seat online, pay fee, and report to allotted SPA with documents for verification and admission confirmation.

PG Admission Steps (M.Arch/M.Plan/M.Des)

Step 1: Check eligibility – Hold relevant bachelor's (B.Arch/B.Plan/BE Civil etc.) with 55% aggregate; GATE/CEED score often required/preferred.
Step 2: Apply online – Submit application via each SPA's portal (spa.ac.in, spabhopal.ac.in, spavadm.samarth.edu.in) when 2026 notification releases (typically Jan-Mar).
Step 3: Shortlisting – Selected based on qualifying marks, GATE/CEED percentile, or merit list.
Step 4: Attend test/interview – Appear for institute written test, portfolio review, or interview as specified.
Step 5: Final admission – Merit list published; pay fee and complete document verification at campus.

PhD Admission Steps

Step 1: Verify eligibility – Master's in relevant field (55-60% marks) or equivalent experience; relaxations for reserved categories.
Step 2: Online application – Apply through SPA portals during advertised cycles (often twice yearly).
Step 3: Written test – Qualify institute-level entrance exam.
Step 4: Interview – Present research proposal and attend viva-voce.
Step 5: Enrollment – Join after selection and fee payment.

Admission Criteria for Undergraduate Courses-

Programs	Eligibility Criteria
B.Arch	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM) and minimum 50% aggregate; or 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics and 50% aggregate.
B.Plan	10+2 with Mathematics and minimum 50% aggregate.

Admission Criteria for Post Graduate Courses-

Programs	Eligibility Criteria
M.Arch (Architectural Conservation)	Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Planning from a recognized university or equivalent.
M.Arch (Landscape Architecture)	Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture or Planning or Master’s Degree in Planning or equivalent post- Graduate diploma of a recognized university/institution or certificate of completion of Pre-Landscape Architecture Course of the SPA, New Delhi.
M.Arch (Urban Design)	Bachelors’ degree in Architecture or Planning from a recognized University or equivalent.
M.Des	Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture of a recognized university or equivalent or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ Design/ Fine Arts of a recognized university or equivalent with valid CEED score (essential for non-architectural candidates) from approved streams.
M.Plan (Environment planning)	Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Master’s Degree in Geography or Economics or Sociology or Environmental Science or Environmental Management of a recognized university or equivalent.
M.Plan (Housing)	Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or Municipal Engineering or Building Engineering or M.A. in Sociology or Economics from a recognized university or equivalent.
M.Plan (Regional Planning)	Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or M.A. Geography, Economics, or Sociology from a recognized university or equivalent.
M.Plan (Transport Planning)	Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent or Master’s Degree in Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics from a recognized university or equivalent.
M.Plan (Urban Planning)	Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or Architecture or Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering or M.A. Geography, Economics, or Sociology from a recognized university or equivalent.
Master of Building Engineering and Management	Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Building Engineering or Architecture or Architectural Engineering or Four Year Building Science or Five Year Diploma in Construction Technology or equivalent from a recognized university/institution established by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature.

Documents Required-

Common requirements include 10th/12th marksheets, degree certificates, JEE/GATE scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), photo, and ID proof.

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