Kasturbhai Lalbhai Campus, University Road, Navrangpura,, India
Approved by : UGC ESTD : 1962
University, commonly known as the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology, is based in Gujarat's capital, Ahmedabad. The university offer UG and graduate degrees in the natural and developed surroundings of human civilisation, as well as allied fields. The University focusses on Architecture, Planning, Design, Technology, and Management, with different faculties for each.
CEPT University has 10 centers of study in the following areas:
The University also provides foundation programs designed to help 1st-year students flourish in the skills, abilities, and capacities needed of them while also instilling a strong work ethic.
Admission 2024 to UG Program
The university provides UG courses such as B.Arch, BUD, B.Tech {Hons.}, and B.Des. Except for BUD and B.Des, 50% seats in other UG degrees are filled using ACPC rules established by the Gujarat government, and 50% using University rules. The minimum eligibility requirement is 12th.
For admission to B.Arch. and B.Des. programs, candidates must have valid NATA and UCEED score. Candidates for B.Tech {Hons.} must have JEE Main or GUJCET and BUD. The university also organises the CEPT Aptitude Test.
| Courses | Eligibility | Selection Process | Seats |
| B.Arch | 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or pass in 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject | Candidates have to clear the aptitude test i.e NATA for the admission to the Programme. The CEPT announces its merit list every year according to the available seats. Note - 50% seats will be filled on the basis of ACPC guidelines of Government of Gujarat, while the remaining 50% seats will be filled based on the merit list prepared by CEPT University | 80 |
| Bachelor of Civil Engineering (B.Tech {Hons.}) | 12th with Physics/ Mathematics / Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/Information Technology/ Biology/Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/ Entrepreneurship (Any of the three). Obtained at least 45% marks | Admission is based on marks obtained in the qualifying exam and JEE Main/ GUJCET. | 40 |
| Bachelor of Urban Design (BUD) | 12th with minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics & also 50% aggregate for all subjects or 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject with at least 50% marks | Based on the score of the NATA test. The merit will be prepared by the CEPT University | 40 |
| Bachelor of Design (B.Des) | 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or passed 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subjects | Candidates have to clear the aptitude test i.e NATA for the admission to the Programme. The CEPT announces its merit list every year according to the available seats Note - 50% seats will be filled on the basis of ACPC guidelines of Government of Gujarat, while the remaining 50% seats will be filled based on the merit list prepared by CEPT University | 40 |
Exam Pattern at University
The National Council of Architecture has issued the revised NATA test format. According to the current notification on the Council of Architecture's website, the exam will be held online: Here are all the details about the NATA exam:
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Medium of Examination | English |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Number of Questions | 125 |
| Number of Sections | New Pattern will have only 1 section - Aptitude Test |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Types of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Preferential Choice Questions (PCQ), Multiple Select Questions (MSQ), and Numerical Answer Questions (NAQ). |
| Marking Scheme | There will be no negative marking in the paper. |
PG Courses 2024 at University
The university provides full-time M.Tech and M.Des programs in various fields at PG level. The M.Tech curriculum includes Student Exchange programs to enhance the learning experience. The minimum eligibility requirement is bachelor's degree. For M.Tech admission, students will be shortlisted based on the CEPT Entrance Test, followed by counselling. For M.Des, candidates must take both the CEPT Common Design Aptitude Test and the CEPT Subject-Specific Design Aptitude Test.
University also provides various M.Arch and M.Plan Master's programs. M.Plan is available in the following fields: urban planning, urban infrastructure, urban transportation, housing, and design. Master of Management Studies (MMS) in Urban Management can be combined with an M.Arch in Architecture, History Research, Conservation and Regeneration, Housing Design, Architectural Tectonics, or Landscape Architecture. Admissions are awarded based on Academic Score, Course Purpose, and recommendation, followed by an interview, as specified in each program's admission procedure. The University also administers a separate center-based CEPT PG Test in various cities across India.
| Courses | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
| M.Tech in Construction Engineering & Management (CEM) | Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/ Construction Technology/ Environmental Engineering/ Urban Design and Architecture with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories) + 12th in Science stream with Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects | Preparation of merit list would be done as per the following stages. Stage 1 - Eligibility: All applications eligible in information provided/uploaded in the application form. Stage 2: Entrance exam-1 and 2: Stage 2 has 2 components. Both entrance tests would be conducted online. Stage 3 – Preparation of merit list: merit list is based on the marks of the academic performance at UG level, the results of entrance exams, and work experience. |
| M.Tech in Structural Engineering Design (SED) | Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/ Construction Technology with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories)+ 12th in Science stream with Mathematics and Physics | Stage 1 - Eligibility: All applications eligible in information provided/uploaded in the application form. Stage 2: Entrance exam-1 and 2: Stage 2 has 2 components. Both entrance tests would be conducted online. Stage 3 – Preparation of merit list: merit list is based on the marks of the academic performance at UG level, the results of entrance exams, and work experience |
| M.Tech in Geomatics | Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/ Geoinformatics Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Environmental Engineering/ Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Information Technology/ Water Resources/ Agriculture/ Planning/ Urban Design/ Architecture or Master’s degree in Basic Science/ Earth Science/ Geoinformatics/ Climate Science/ Environment Science/ Information Technology/ Disaster Management/ Geography with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories+ 12th in Science stream with Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects | Stage 1 - Eligibility: All applications eligible in information provided/uploaded in the application form. Stage 2: Entrance exam-1 and 2: Stage 2 has 2 components. Both entrance tests would be conducted online. Stage 3 – Preparation of merit list: Merit list is based on marks of the academic performance at UG level, the results of entrance exams, and work experience |
| M.Tech in Building Energy & Performance | Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Energy Engineering / Construction Technology / Architecture / Urban Design/ Interior Design or Interior Architecture (5-years) with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories + 12th in Science stream with Mathematics and Physics | Stage 1 - Eligibility: All applications eligible in information provided/uploaded in the application form. Stage 2: Entrance exam-1 and 2: Stage 2 has 2 components. Both entrance tests would be conducted online. Stage 3 – Preparation of merit list: merit list is based on the marks of the academic performance at UG level, the results of entrance exams, and work experience |
| M.Des (Interior Design) | Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture recognized by Council of Architecture (COA) or 4-years Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design/ Interior Architecture/ Industrial Design/ Furniture Design/ Product Design or 5-years Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Design or Diploma in Industrial Design/ Furniture Design/ Interior Design/ Interior Architecture/ Product Design/ Textile Design (12+4) with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories) | Students are required to submit all the documents asked by the University. Students are also required to submit their portfolio which the committee will assess. The portfolio is a synopsis of one's creative work. Based on the documents submitted by the students, they will be called for an online test conducted by the Faculty of Design. Students will then be called for the online interview. |
| M.Des (Furniture Design) | Bachelor’s Degree In Architecture Recognized By The Council Of Architecture or Bachelor’s Degree (Four Years Or More) In Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Product Design, or Textile Design or Diploma In Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Product Design, or Textile Design (12 + 4), Provided That The Program Is Considered Equivalent To A Degree Program By The Equivalence Committee of CEPT University or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Production Engineering or Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Design (5 Years Program) with minimum 55% marks for General category candidates and 50% aggregate marks for reserved categories candidates. | Students are required to submit all the documents asked by the University. Students are also required to submit their portfolio which the committee will assess. The portfolio is a synopsis of one's creative work. Based on the documents submitted by the students, they will be called for an online test conducted by the Faculty of Design. Students will then be called for the online interview. |
| M.Arch (Tectonics) | Bachelor's degree in Architecture (B. Arch) or equivalent recognized by the Council of Architecture (COA) with minimum 55% marks for general category candidates and 50% marks for reserved category candidate | Admission procedure consists of 2 stages. Stage I 1. Experts Committee will be set up for the program to assess documents and portfolio to shortlist eligible candidates for the program. 2. Admissions for some seats may be offered at this stage to applicants with exceptional performance and records Stage II The assessment process for this stage will be online All selected candidates will be called for an online Multiple Choice Test and an online Design Time Problem for the final decision on admissions. |
| M.Arch (Housing Design) | Bachelor's degree in Architecture (B. Arch) or equivalent recognized by the Council of Architecture (COA) with minimum 55% marks for general category candidates and 50% marks for reserved category candidate | Admission procedure consists of 2 stages. Stage I 1. Experts Committee will be set up for the program to assess documents and portfolio to shortlist eligible candidates for the program. 2. Admissions for some seats may be offered at this stage to applicants with exceptional performance and records Stage II The assessment process for this stage will be online All selected candidates will be called for an online Multiple Choice Test and an online Design Time Problem for the final decision on admissions. |
| Master of Urban Planning | Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture/ Planning/ Construction Technology or 5-years Bachelor's degree in Interior Design/ Design OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Civil Engineering/ Environmental Engineering or Master's Degree in Engineering/Technology (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering/ Environmental Engineering/ Urban Design/ Landscape Architecture/ Science/ Technology/ Geomatics/ Geo-informatics/ Geographical Information System/ Geography/ Economics/ Sociology with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories) | Based on information provided/uploaded by the candidate in the application form to ascertain that candidate meets eligibility criteria mentioned for the program for which application is submitted. This stage of shortlisting of applicants is for stage – 2, 3 and 4 i.e. application evaluation, competitive exam and personal interview (on line). The shortlisting candidates among the eligible applicants will be called for stage – 2, based on a merit list prepared using the academic performance i.e. marks in the qualifying degree. This shortlist will be prepared by deciding on a cut-off point at keeping a ratio of available seats for the respective PG program at least 1:3 or suitable ratio as decided by the University. |
Admission 2024 at University
University also offers Master's programs in urban management. Admission is based on a valid CAT, MAT, or CMAT result, a statement of purpose, work experience, and the Urban Management Aptitude Test (UMAT).
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
| Master of Urban Management | Bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate marks (45% marks for candidates belonging to reserved categories) | Valid score in CAT, MAT or CMAT, academic performance, work experience, and awards/ recognition mentioned in the application form along with 1-minute video of the candidate introducing themselves and elaborating about one urban issue that the candidate feels strongly about. Applicants who clear stage I will be called for an online written exam – UMAT (Urban Management Aptitude Test). The written test will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) based on reading comprehension and awareness on urban issues. In Stage IV, a merit will be prepared by the University for the final admission to the course. |
Admission 2024 M.Phil & Ph.D.
The university also provides M.Phil. and Ph.D. degrees at the Doctorate level in Planning and Architecture. Admissions are normally handled in 2 cycles: Monsoon Semester and Spring Semester, which take place in July and January, respectively.
Admission is provided based on the CEPT Entrance Test, followed by an interview, though GATE or GRE certified individuals may also apply. The application form can be filled out online for fees INR 3500.
| Course | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Process | Seats |
| M.Phil/ Ph.D. | Architecture | Bachelors degree in Architecture or Professional Master's (or equivalent) degree in the areas of Architecture, Architectural Design, Conservation, History & Theory, or Landscape Architecture is Preferred. or Applicants with a Master’s degree in the areas of Social Sciences (Sociology, Anthropology, Economics, Environmental Studies, Arts, History), Art History, or Civil Engineering/M.Tech are also eligible on the condition that the Bachelor’s degree is in Architecture or Master’s degree in social sciences (sociology, anthropology, economics, environmental studies, history), art history or civil engineering, is also acceptable. In such cases, an applicant may be advised to undergo 1-year bridge course. | Entrance Test + Interview | 10 |
| M.Phil/ Ph.D. | Planning | Bachelors in Civil Engineering/Technology, Environmental Engineering, Construction Technology, Planning, Urban Design, Architecture or A professional masters (or equivalent) degree in fields related to Planning (Urban planning, Infrastructure, Housing, Transport, or any other planning programs) or Urban Design, Architecture, Civil Engineering/Technology, Environmental Engineering, Science/Technology in Geomatics/Geoinformatics/Geographical Information System or Master’s degree in Geography, Economics, Sociology or Social work, Environmental Science, Climate Studies, Development Studies, Policy Studies, Political Science. | 10 |
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Application Procedure 2024
The institution has a standardised application process for all UG, graduate, and doctoral courses. Take these steps to apply online:
NOTE: For PG Programs, the application fees is INR 3500/- for the initial application and INR 1000/- for successive applications. All UG programs require an application fee of INR 1500. Candidates can apply to more than one program.
Exam Pattern at University
IIT, Bombay will conduct UCEED, often known as UG Common Entrance Exam for Design. The Institute has issued a statement outlining the newest pattern.
| Particulars | Details (Part A) | Details (Part B) |
| Mode of the exam | Online | Pen and Paper Mode |
| Exam Duration | 2 hour 30 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Marks | 240 marks | 60 marks |
| Number of questions | 68 | 1 (descriptive) |
| Sections | 3 sections (Section 1 - Numerical Answer Type, Section 2 - Multiple Select Questions, Section 3 - Multiple Choice Questions) | - |
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
