Complete guide to SPA Delhi — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), New Delhi is India's oldest and most prestigious architecture and planning school, established in 1941 and recognised as an Institution of National Importance under an Act of Parliament (Ministry of Education). SPA Delhi is the benchmark institution for architectural education in India — COA-accredited, AICTE-approved, and affiliated with the Commonwealth Association of Architecture.
Ranked 8th in Architecture & Planning by NIRF 2025 and 2nd in India by India Today 2025, SPA Delhi offers 5-year B.Arch and 4-year B.Plan programmes admitted through JEE Main Paper 2 via JoSAA counselling as a GFTI. Admission is extremely competitive — the B.Arch JEE Main Paper 2 cutoff is approximately rank 207 (General, Round 6), placing it among the most selective GFTIs in India.
SPA Delhi's B.Arch programme is consistently ranked among India's top 3, drawing students who aim to become practising architects, urban designers, and conservation experts. The curriculum integrates architectural theory, design studios, technology, environmental sustainability, and heritage conservation across 5 rigorous years.
The B.Plan (Bachelor of Planning) programme is a 4-year degree — one of India's leading urban planning qualifications — producing professionals who shape city master plans, transport networks, housing policy, and climate-resilient urban design. SPA's B.Plan graduates work with NITI Aayog, World Bank, TERI, and leading urban consultancies.
SPA Delhi's location in Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi — next to India Gate and the national capital's rich architectural heritage — provides students an extraordinary urban laboratory. With PwC, Deloitte, AECOM, SYSTRA, Ernst & Young, World Bank, and NIUA as top recruiters, SPA Delhi's placement outcomes reflect the premium positioning of its graduates in India's built environment and urban development sectors.
SPA Delhi holds strong positions in both national and international rankings. Below is a comprehensive overview of all major rankings for 2024–2025.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Architecture & Planning | 8 (2025) |
| India Today | Architecture | 2 (2025) |
| The Week | Architecture | 4 (2025) |
| Institution of National Importance | MoE Designation | Designated |
| COA Accredited | Architecture | Accredited |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS Asia Rankings | Southern Asia | 397 (2026) |
| QS World University Rankings | Overall | Not Ranked |
| THE World University Rankings | Overall | Not Ranked |
| Commonwealth Association of Architecture | Architecture | Member |
| UIA (Union Internationale des Architectes) | Architecture Education | Recognised |
SPA Delhi offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 6 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | YES | YES | YES |
| Urban & Regional Planning | YES | YES | YES |
| Industrial Design | — | YES | — |
| Landscape Architecture | — | YES | — |
| Urban Design | — | YES | — |
| Housing | — | YES | — |
| Building Engineering & Management | — | YES | — |
| Conservation Architecture | — | YES | — |
| Transport Planning | — | YES | — |
| Environmental Planning & Management | — | YES | — |
The fee structure at SPA Delhi is government-regulated. Below is a detailed breakdown for B.Tech students for 2025–26. All amounts are approximate and subject to revision.
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| B.Arch Tuition Fee (total 5-year) | ₹5.22 lakh |
| B.Plan Tuition Fee (total 4-year) | ₹4.80 lakh |
| M.Arch / M.Plan Fee (per year) | ₹1.32 lakh |
| Hostel Rent (per semester) | ₹10,000–₹15,000 |
| Mess Charges (per semester, approx.) | ₹15,000 |
| Studio & Materials Fee (per semester) | ₹5,000 |
| Library & Lab Fee | ₹3,000 |
| Sports & Cultural Fee | ₹1,500 |
| Total B.Arch per Year (approx.) | ₹1,04,400 |
| One-time Admission Fee | ₹5,000 |
SC/ST/PwD students are eligible for central government post-matric scholarship covering full tuition fee reimbursement via the National Scholarship Portal.
SPA Delhi's B.Arch total 5-year fee of ₹5.22 lakh is significantly lower than any private architecture school (which typically charge ₹15–40 lakh) — making SPA Delhi the highest-value architecture degree in India.
EWS students may avail 10% reserved seats and fee concession under Government of India EWS reservation norms.
AICTE Pragati Scholarships (₹50,000/year for girls) and PM Scholarship for ex-servicemen wards are available for eligible students.
M.Tech: ~₹18,000–20,000 per semester tuition. GATE-qualified students receive HTRA stipend of ₹12,400/month as Teaching Assistants.
PhD: Minimal or no tuition fees. Monthly fellowships range from ₹31,000–₹58,000/month under JRF/SRF schemes.
The table below shows the official Round 6 JoSAA 2025 closing ranks for SPA Delhi B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Arch – Last Round (General AI) | 207 | 650 | 280 | 150 |
| B.Arch – Round 1 (General AI) | 158 | 159 | 185 | 95 |
| B.Plan – Last Round (General AI) | 751 | 2,952 | 1,200 | 600 |
| B.Plan – Round 1 (General AI) | 133 | 182 | 150 | 78 |
| B.Arch – CSAB/DASA (All India Open) | 261 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| B.Plan – CSAB/DASA (All India Open) | 625 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| M.Arch (GATE – General) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| M.Plan (GATE – General) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank (JEE Main Paper 2, JoSAA)
2026 Round 1 Opening Rank
2026 Expected Closing Rank
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture Practice & Design | 22 | ₹7.5L |
| Urban Planning & Consulting | 14 | ₹6L |
| Infrastructure & Transport | 10 | ₹8L |
| Government & PSUs (Smart Cities) | 8 | ₹7L |
| International Development Orgs | 6 | ₹10L |
| IT & BIM Technology | 5 | ₹6.5L |
| Real Estate & Development | 5 | ₹7L |
| Academia & Research | 4 | ₹6L |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| B.Arch (5-year) | ₹7.5L | 83% |
| B.Plan (4-year) | ₹5.23L | 35% |
| M.Arch | ₹8L | 82% |
| M.Plan | ₹7.5L | 85% |
| M.Des (Industrial Design) | ₹8.5L | 78% |
| M.Plan (Urban Design) | ₹8.2L | 80% |
| M.Plan (Transport Planning) | ₹9L | 82% |
| Ph.D. | ₹10L+ | 90% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹7.5L | ₹18L | 35+ |
| 2022–23 | ₹6.8L | ₹15L | 30+ |
| 2021–22 | ₹6L | ₹12L | 25+ |
| 2020–21 | ₹5.2L | ₹10L | 20+ |
| 2019–20 | ₹4.8L | ₹9L | 18+ |
SPA Delhi's compact 4-acre urban campus in Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi, is one of India's most architecturally significant campuses — located between the Supreme Court of India and the Yamuna riverfront, next to India Gate and the national capital's most storied architectural heritage. The campus houses state-of-the-art design studios, model-making labs, a digital fabrication lab, a world-class architecture library, and two hostels — all within the heart of the nation's capital.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. SPA Delhi has 2 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Boys Hostel | Boys | 120+ |
| 02 | Girls Hostel | Girls | 80+ |
SPA Delhi is a national leader in architectural research, urban planning theory, heritage conservation, and environmental design. Faculty and research scholars pursue funded projects for MoHUA, Smart Cities Mission, NDMA, TERI, World Bank, and international agencies. Research outputs shape India's housing policy, smart city blueprints, metro planning, heritage conservation, and climate-resilient urban design.
SPA Delhi graduates are among India's leading architectural entrepreneurs — alumni-founded practices include some of India's most recognised architecture firms, urban consultancies, and design startups. The institute's Delhi location provides access to DIPP-recognised incubators, HUDCO startup support, and Smart Cities Mission funding for built-environment startups.
SPA's entrepreneurship development cell connects students with AECOM, WSP, SYSTRA, and global infrastructure firms for project-based entrepreneurship, alongside the World Bank and NIUA for urban planning startup opportunities.
SPA Delhi provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | SC/ST students via National Scholarship Portal | Full tuition reimbursement + maintenance as per GoI norms |
| EWS Reservation & Fee Concession | EWS students (10% reserved seats) | Fee concession as per Government of India EWS norms |
| National Scholarship Portal (OBC) | OBC students meeting NSP income criteria | ₹10,000–₹20,000 per year |
| INSPIRE Fellowship (DST) | Top 1% in Class 12 board exams | ₹80,000 per year + ₹20,000 summer research grant |
| Prime Minister's Scholarship (Ex-Servicemen) | Wards of ex-servicemen/paramilitary personnel | ₹2,500/month for boys, ₹3,000/month for girls |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Female students, family income < ₹8 lakh | ₹50,000 per year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD) | Students with ≥40% disability | ₹50,000 per year |
| Delhi Government Merit Scholarship | Delhi domicile students with merit | As per Delhi state government norms |
| SPA Institutional Scholarship | Merit and financial need criteria set by SPA | Partial fee waiver as per institute norms |
| UGC NET/JRF Fellowship (Ph.D.) | Qualified UGC NET/JRF scholars pursuing Ph.D. | ₹31,000–₹35,000 per month |
School of Planning and Architecture New Delhi
Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi – 110002
India
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