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Updated on Jan 17, 2025 04:24 PM IST
SPA Bhopal News and Notifications

JEE Main 2025 examination admit cards to be released on January 19, 2024.

GATE 2025 examination dates for admission to SPA Bhopal M.Tech programme are February 1, 2, 15 and 16, 2025.

About SPA Bhopal

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal was  by the Indian government. SPA Bhopal is recognised as an "Institute of National Importance" and it has been recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) as an institution of national significance. 

The SPA Bhopal provides an excellent educational and research experience to the students and scholars in the courses of B.Arch and B.Plan as undergraduate courses and M.Des, M.Plan and M.Arch as post graduate courses. SPA Bhopal doctoral programme includes Ph.D in Architecture and Planning

Admissions to SPA Bhopal design courses are based on the JEE Main/GATE/CEED examination. Top MNCs are expressing interest in hiring SPA Bhopal alumni, and the university has inked Memorandums of Understanding with several organisations, including government agencies.

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SPA Bhopal Ranking Highlights

SPA Bhopal has been ranked by the NIRF, which is a national ranking body. SPA Bhopal was ranked 12th in the Architecture category as per NIRF ranking 2024.

SPA Bhopal NIRF Rankings

In the year 2024, SPA Bhopal NIRF ranking moved up to 12th from 11th in the year 2023 among all other Architecture colleges in India. While it was ranked 10th in the year 2022. 

SPA Bhopal NIRF Ranking Comparison

YearArchitecture Category Ranking
202412th
202311th
202210th

SPA Bhopal Other Ranking

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal ranking by India Today is 4 out of 45 colleges in India.

SPA Bhopal Cutoff Highlights 2024

Candidates seeking admission to SPA Bhopal B.Arch and B.Plan programmes must meet the JEE Main cutoff as released by JoSAA. In the year 2024, the opening and closing rank for B.Arch programme was 59 and 754 respectively. While the B.Plan programme opening and closing rank was 109 and 1093 respectively.

SPA Bhopal JEE Main Cutoff 2024

Course
Opening Rank
Closing Rank

B.Arch

59
754

B.Plan

109
1093

SPA Bhopal Location

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal is located at Neelbad Road, near IISER Institute, Bhauri, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

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SPA Bhopal Highlights

ParameterDescription
Established2008
ExamGATE, JEE Advanced, JEE Main
Courses6 Degrees and 10 Courses
Institute TypeInstitute of National Importance
ApprovalsCouncil of Architecture
GenderCo-ed
Student Count843
Faculty Count46
Campus Size75 acres
Gender PercentageMale 43% and Female 57%
Percentage Of Students from Outside the States 89%

SPA Bhopal Placements

As per the School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal placement statistics as published in the NIRF 2024 report, 47 out of 50 students were placed from B.Arch and B.Plan programmes. While at postgraduate level 154 out of 160 students got placed. SPA Bhopal median package was Rs 6 LPA for both UG and PG programmes. Many top companies like Asian Paints, Infosys, EY, TCS, L&T recruited from SPA Bhopal.Also See: SPA Bhopal CoursesSPA Bhopal Placement Statistics as per Overall NIRF 2024 ReportParticularsUG ProgrammesPG ProgrammesTotal Number of Stud...

Domain

Engineering and Architecture

Level

PG

Year

2 Years

Statistics for Academic Year 2023

ParticularsStatistics
First year total students intake 188
Total students admitted 160
Total Graduated Students 160
Total Placed Students 154
Placement Percentage 100
Total student gone for higher studies 6
Median Salary 6.00 L

Placement yearly trends

Placement Percentage
Source Data NIRF 2019

Key takeaways from SPA Bhopal's Placement Statistics

  • The Placement Percentage of SPA Bhopal has decreased by 1.34 %
  • The Median salary of SPA Bhopal has increased by 20.0 %
  • The Placement Percentage of SPA Bhopal is better than 5 colleges that are ranked higher
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Student Diversification at SPA Bhopal

Education Level
Demographic Representation
Data Source: NIRF 2024

Courses offered by SPA Bhopal

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal courses include B.Arch, B.Plan, M.Plan, M.Arch and M.Des. SPA Bhopal courses offers specialisations in Design, Architecture and Planning. SPA Bhopal also offers a Ph.D in Architecture and Planning. Candidates must meet the SPA Bhopal eligibility criteria for admission to SPA Bhopal courses. Admission to SPA Bhopal B.Plan and B.Arch courses is based on the JEE Main/JEE Advanced examination, while admission to M.Des, M.Arch and M.Plan courses is based on GATE/CEED examination.Also See: SPA Bhopal Admissi...

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SPA Bhopal Scholarship

SPA, Bhopal was established by the Government of India as an institute of national importance in the year 2008 with a vision of producing the best architects and planners for the nation so that the physical and socio-environmental challenges can be dealt with effectively. School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal strives to impart quality education to students at all levels of studies, i.e., under graduation, post-graduation, and doctoral levels in the field of Planning and Architecture.

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal Scholarships

There are 4 basic ways through which an aspirant can avail SPA Bhopal scholarships. These are:

1.      The top-ranked 60% students in the Merit List created by the CEED score will be available for being offered the postgraduate scholarships as it can be seen in the financial budget of SPA, Bhopal, with the constraint being that they should not be aided by any other government/ private scholarship or any stipend or sponsorship for that matter already. The scholarship payable per month is Rs. 12400.

2.      There is a Central Sector Scholarship for SC/ ST/OBC under the National Scholarship for Higher Education for the Financial Year 2020-21. (https://scholarships.gov.in/)

3.      Another medium through which the students can avail of the scholarship is through Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojna in the state of Madhya Pradesh. (http://scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in/Index.aspx)

4.      Another medium is through the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for the students of Madhya Pradesh. (http://scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in/Index.aspx)

Also, there are other SPA Bhopal scholarships made available by the state government and PSUs from time-to-time for deserving students.

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Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

UG (5 years): 124/479
UG (4 years): 43/123
PG (2 years): 105/241

Data Source: NIRF 2024

SPA Bhopal Admission

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal admissions offer a variety of programmes including B.Arch, B.Plan, M.Plan, M.Arch, M.Des and Ph.D in planning and architecture. SPA Bhopal admission to B.Arch and B.Plan programmes is based on JEE Main exam.

While for SPA Bhopal admission to M.Arch and M.Plan programme GATE or the CEED exam is considered. To apply for SPA Bhopal admission, candidates must visit the SPA Bhopal's official website and submit the online application form along with the required documents and application fee. 

Also See: SPA Bhopal Placements

How to apply for SPA Bhopal admissions?

The application process of SPA Bhopal varies course to course.

SPA Bhopal Registration Process 2025

Course

SPA Bhopal Application Process

B.Arch/B.Planning

  1. Register for JEE Main examination and select B.Arch/B.Planning as exam type.

  2. Pay the examination fees of Rs 1,000 (Rs 900 for Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) and Rs 500 for SC/ST/PwD).

  3. Select the SPA Bhopal in the JoSAA choice filling.

M.Des/M.Plan/M.Arch

  1. After qualifying the GATE examination apply for the programme on the official website of SPA Bhopal.

  2. The application fees for applying for 1 programme is Rs 2,000 (Rs 1,000 (for SC/ST/PwD), while for 2 programmes is Rs 4,000 (Rs 2,000 for SC/ST/PwD).

  3. Candidates are shortlisted for SPA DAT (Design Aptitude Test) and Interview process.

Ph.D

  1. SPA Bhopal admissions are based on JRF/NET(UGC)/GATE/CEED/any national entrance test recognised by Government of India and with Institute scholarship.

  2. Candidates can apply for admissions through the official website of the institute.

  3. Submit the SOP and pay the application fees Rs 3,000 (Rs 2,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates).

Also See: SPA Bhopal Courses

SPA Bhopal UG Admissions 2025

SPA Bhopal UG courses include B.Arch and B.Plan programmes of 5-years and 4-years duration respectively. Both the courses are offered in full-time mode. The eligibility required for SPA Bhopal B.Arch admissions and SPA Bhopal B.Plan admissions is given below.

SPA Bhopal UG Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Seat Intake

 Eligibility Criteria

B.Arch

94

10+2 with minimum 50% marks + JEE Main/JEE Advanced.

B.Plan

38

SPA Bhopal UG Admission Process 2025

  • Candidates need to register and appear for the JEE Main/JEE Advanced entrance examinations

  • Those candidates who have qualified in entrance score and ranked under prescribed cut off given by institute must take part of JoSSA counselling, and select SPA Bhopal and course that is offered at SPA Bhopal.

  • The admission to the Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Planning courses is made on the basis of Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). The students have to qualify the basic requirements as per Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB).

  • Physically report with all required documents.

  • Pay admission fee.

SPA Bhopal PG Admissions 2025

SPA Bhopal offers 3 PG courses in M.Plan, M.Des and M.Arch of 2-years duration each. M.Plan course offers specialisations in Transport Planning and Logistics Management, Environmental Planning and Urban and Regional Planning.

SPA Bhopal PG Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Seat Intake

 Eligibility Criteria

M.Plan

53

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Planning/Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks (55% in case of SC/ST/PwD candidates) + GATE/CEED.

M.Arch

45

M.Des

25

SPA Bhopal PG Admission Process 2025

  • Admission to the M.Arch or M.Plan Programme for GATE qualified candidates are made through the counselling process, sponsored candidates also eligible for admission. 

  • Candidates must have the eligibility criteria prescribed by the SPA Bhopal  for M.Arch /M.Plan admission 

  • Must appear for GATE entrance exam and fulfil the cut off criteria given for counselling entrance test conducted by NTA.

  • Participate in CCMT counselling and get the shortlisted and allotment order

  • Accept the allotment order and submit the original documents at the verification centre and pay the admission fee.

  • Online registration for reporting 

  • Physically report with all required documents

  • Pay Admission fee

SPA Bhopal M.Des Admission Process 2025

  • Candidates should fill out the application form for the Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED).

  • Candidates must apply for the Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED).

  • A merit list will be based on the score obtained in the Common Entrance Examination for Design. 

  • Applicants must participate in the counselling process, depending on the merit list. 

  • Admission will be made on the basis of merit, counselling, documentation inspection and payment of fees.

Also See: SPA Bhopal Cutoffs

SPA Bhopal Ph.D Admissions 2025

SPA Bhopal offers a Ph.D course of 6-years duration. Ph.D at SPA Bhopal offers specialisation in Architecture and Planning.

SPA Bhopal Ph.D Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Ph.D

Masters Degree in Architecture/Planning with minimum 60% marks (55% in case of SC/ST/PwD candidates) + JRF/NET(UGC)/GATE/CEED.

SPA Bhopal Ph.D Admission Process 2025

  • Apply for admission on the official website of SPA Bhopal.

  • The SPA Bhopal invite candidate who have qualified in written conducted by SPA Bhopal.

  • Based on the written test score, interview and eligibility of the PhD candidate the selection committee gives PhD admission. 

  • 60% weightage will be given to the merit rank/marks awarded in JRF/NET(UGC)/GATE/CEED/or any other national entrance test recognised by Government of India and considered by SPAB; 10% weightage will be on SoP(Statement of Purpose) and 30% weightage on Interview.

Also See: SPA Bhopal Facilities

Documents Required for SPA Bhopal Admissions  

  • SSC certificate

  • Undergraduate mark sheet and certificates

  • Post graduate mark sheets and certificates

  • JSA Allotment letter

  • GATE/NET certificate

  • Caste certificate( in Central government format)

  • Non-Objection certificate(If employed )

  • EWS Certificate( If applicable in Central government format )

  • PWD Certificate(if applicable)

  • Transfer certificate, Migration certificates

  • Photo ID card( Government Authorised)

  • Passport size photos

  • Any other certificates or qualifications mentioned in application form

Note: Candidates have to submit original copies of the documents mentioned above.

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SPA Bhopal Facilities

SPA, Bhopal was established by the Government of India as an institute of national importance in the year 2008 with a vision of producing the best architects and planners for the nation so that the physical and socio-environmental challenges can be dealt with effectively. The SPA Bhopal strives to impart quality education to students at all levels of studies, i.e., under graduation, post-graduation, and doctoral levels in the field of Planning and Architecture. In order to facilitate the learning process for the students, there are various SPA ...
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Student Reviews for SPA Bhopal

College Infrastructure: 4.2/5
Academics: 4.2/5
Placements: 3.1/5
Value for Money: 4.4/5
Campus Life: 4.6/5

I am very satisfied with the faculty and the internships

College Infrastructure

The campus here is 30 kilometres from the city, while institutes' regular bus service makes the travel convenient. While the infrastructure isn't complete as of 2018-Feb, we have 1 academic block assigned as the student's amenities block, 3-hostels, 1 football field (60m x30m), a cricket ground, 2x badminton courts, 1x basketball court, 3x table tennis tables, a well-equipped gym. For the academics, we have sufficiently large classrooms, CAD labs, a GIS lab, a rich library and a not so impressiv

Goal to an architect

Good faculty support

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SPA Bhopal Contact Address

Address:
School of Planning and Architecture, Neelbad Road, Bhauri, Bhopal-462030, Madhya Pradesh, India

SPA Bhopal Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the full form of SPA?

The full form of SPA is School of Planning and Architecture.

2: Is SPA Bhopal recognised?

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal is recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

3: What facilities are available at SPA Bhopal?

Some of the facilities at School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal are as follows: library, studios, labs, maintenance cell, computer centre, workshop, hostel, guest house, health centre and more.

4: Are there any scholarships available for School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal students?

Yes, there are seven scholarships available for SPA Bhopal students. Some of them are as Central Sector Scholarship for various categories through National Scholarship Portal (NSP), Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for students of Madhya Pradesh and more

5: Does SPA Bhopal accept NATA scores?

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal does not accept the NATA score for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

6: Is SPA Bhopal good for architecture?

As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, the SPA Bhopal is ranked 12th in the Architecture category. It is also an Institute of National importance.

7: Is SPA Bhopal government or private?

School of Planning and Architecture Bhopal is a Government institute, established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India in 2008 as an Institute of National importance and a Centrally Funded Technical Institution (CFTI).

8: What is the NIRF 2021 ranking of SPA Bhopal in the architecture category?

SPA Bhopal has secured 6th position in NIRF 2021 ranking in the architecture category.

9: What is the strength of faculty in SPA Bhopal?

SPA Bhopal has a total faculty strength of 45.

10: What is the placement rate in SPA Bhopal?

SPA Bhopal has a 25% placement rate.

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