CEPT University : Admission 2024-25, Fees, Ranking,Cutoff, Placements - Studyjankari

CEPT University, Ahmedabad

CEPT University, commonly known as the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology, is based in Ahmedabad, India. It was founded in 1962. It has been ranked 5th in the GSIRF Ranking 2022 and 4th in the Overall University category. University is a UGC-recognized university. It offers UG, graduate, and research programs in various fields, including management, design, engineering, and architecture. According to NIRF 2021 placement data for University, the median package for UG (5-year) programs was INR 5.20 LPA, while the median package for graduate (2-year) programs was INR 5.45 LPA.

The University has been designated as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (SIRO) by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) of the Indian government.

University has academic collaboration programs with foreign universities such as the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Slovakia, the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, the Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'architecture de Paris - Belleville in France, the Polytechnic University of Milan in Italy, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Switzerland, and many more.

For admission to University, applicants must have NATA, JEE Mains, GUJCET, GATE, and GRE scores in the relevant entrance year. 

ACPC and CEPT University are responsible for filling B.Arch seats. ACPC fills 50% of seats based on students' state-level rankings, while University fills seats based on NATA All India Ranking. Candidates can learn more about the application procedure by visiting the CEPT University Admission website. University primary B.Arch program fees INR 1.6 lakhs every semester, while the 2-year M.Arch course fees INR 1.89 lakhs each semester.

University provides great placement chances for students. During college recruitment drives, leading corporations hire approximately 80-90% of graduates each year.

Quick facts

• The university provides various scholarships for meritorious students under all programs, such as Means cum Merit, President Merit Scholarship, CM Scholarship, Merit cum Means Scholarship, and so on.
• The University aims to increase the effect of habitat professions in enriching people's lives in India. The university's placement cell works hard to find suitable job opportunities in the best organisations. The university's placement partners include TATA, JLL, KPMG, Deloitte, ASCI, CRISIL, Eco First, Shapoorji Pallonji, Adani, and LT. University offers a median income package of 5.45 LPA.
• Studio-based learning allows students to deal with well-designed real-world situations.
• Gain knowledge from international universities through exchange programs.
  High faculty-to-student ratio (1:10 | 1:12).
• Choice-based curriculum

Rankings & Approvals of University

• The Government of India (GoI) has designated it as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Urban Planning and Design.
• The Gujarat government has recognised it as a Centre of Excellence.
• According to the NIRF 2023, CEPT is ranked seventh in the country for Architecture and Planning.
• CEPT received a 5-star rating in the GSIRF Ranking 2022 and was ranked fourth in the Overall University category.
• According to the GSIRF, CEPT has received 5 stars for 2022.
• CEPT has been ranked 5th in the Architecture category by NIRF 2021.
• CEPT is ranked 4th in the Architecture category by NIRF for 2020.
• GSIRF ranks CEPT 3rd in the overall category for 2020.
• The University is authorised by UGC and the Council of Architecture (CoA).

Courses at University

The institution provides various courses in Management, Design, Planning, Engineering, and Architecture. The institution offers various UG courses, including B.Arch, BUD, B.Tech {Hons.}, and B.Des. University offers PG level courses such as M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Des, M.A, Master of Landscape Architecture, Master of Urban Planning, and many more. University also provides M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs at the Doctorate level in Planning and Architecture.

Admission at University

University uses an uniform application process for all courses. Take these steps to apply online:

• Visit University's official website.
• From the main menu, select the 'Admission tab'. You will be redirected to the course listing page.
• Click on the appropriate course, then the 'How to Apply' option.
• Fill out the application form and upload all required documents.
• Pay the application fees online (with a credit/debit card or through net banking).

Note:

1. The first application for PG courses fees INR 3,500, with an additional price of INR 1,000 for each successive application.
2. The application fee for each UG application will be Rs. 1500.
3. Candidates can apply to more than one program. 

Placements to University

Because the University has a strong connection with other institutions, students are more likely to find work in other countries. Candidates will have the opportunity to intern with some of the country's finest architects. Almost every student is offered a well-paid internship opportunity in India or overseas.

The institution maintains a specialised training and placement division to bridge the gap between industry and academia. University has not disclosed placement data for the past year. The NIRF 2022 disclosure includes placement data for the school year 2020-21. The highest median income package available at CEPT was INR 5.45 LPA. Here's the detailed placement information:

Top Recruiters 

• Adani
• TCS
• Hidesign
• Hettich
• PWC EY
• Deloitte
• ISRO
• Saint Gobain
• L&T
• Shapoorji Pallonji

Scholarship for Students 

The university provides various scholarships to deserving individuals. The university have right to reject the scholarship application if the candidate fails to provide any of the requisite supporting documentation. The Scholarship will be notified together with your Admission Offer Letter; however, the funds will be pay out one month after the start of the semester/lectures.

The Pre-admissions Scholarship (Means Cum Merit)

This scholarships is offered to students who place first in the merit list according to the University scholarships Policy. Candidates must submit the online scholarship application along with the admissions application form. The applicant must submit it with the admissions application form, and the qualifying candidate will receive the assured scholarship amount along with the admissions offer letter. This award waives tuition fees by 25% to 100%. Students who meet the qualifying requirements can apply for the Pre Admissions Scholarship (Means-Based). In 2023-24, 153 students received Pre Admissions Scholarships, demonstrating a remarkable performance in promoting educational opportunities. The following are the eligibility criteria:

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates having a family income less than INR 10 lakh per year are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
• Recipients of the scholarship will continue to receive it for the duration of the program, provided they maintain the results specified in the scholarship offer letter.

Other Scholarships

• CEPT Merit Scholarship
• CM Scholarship
• Gujarat State Scholarship
• Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana
• CEPT Kohler Design Scholarship.

Facilities at University

Library:     Library assists faculty and students in improving the teaching, learning, and research experiences at the University. The institute provides students with E-Learning resources that they can access online.

Lab:   Lab Services supports the University's technical education by providing labs such as a structural laboratory, environmental science, remote sensing and transportation labs, GIS, and, of course, computer labs and advanced-tech applications. It offers testing facilities for surveying and levelling, materials, geotechnical investigations, concrete technology, mechanics, and infrastructure engineering.

Workshops:   University Workshop facilitates learning through hands-on experimentation, material exploration, model building, and prototyping. The workshop offers separate areas for working with wood, metal, ceramics, textiles, model-making, and a Fabrication Lab.
IT Services: CEPT IT Services provides support for all activities involving information and communication technology requirements.

Hostel Facilities:  The university includes hostels for both girls and boys. The university offers dormitory accommodations with fundamental facilities such as a mess, TV, common room, water purifiers, laundry service, security and surveillance system, etc. The hostel fees are INR 17,000 per year.