Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University (CEPT University): Introduction, courses, fees, admissions, placements, reviews & FAQs

Introduction

Founded as an institution focused on the built environment, CEPT University in Ahmedabad emphasizes architecture, planning, design and related social sciences. It combines studio-based learning with research, project work and industry interaction, making it a top choice for aspirants in architecture, planning and design disciplines.

About CEPT University (quick facts)

·         Full name: Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University (CEPT University).

·         Location: University campus, Ahmedabad – 380009, Gujarat.

·         Leadership: President & Acting Director — Barjor Mehta (appointed in recent years).

·         Contact (general): +91-79-68310000; Admissions Toll-Free: 1800-270-4030.

Courses (overview)

CEPT offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across three broad faculties:

1.      Faculty of Architecture — B.Arch, M.Arch specialisations (Conservation, Housing, Tectonics, etc.).

2.      Faculty of Planning — M.Plan, urban design, infrastructure and management programmes.

3.      Faculty of Design & Faculty of Technology / Humanities — B.Des/M.Des, M.Tech in relevant streams, and research/PhD options.
Popular master’s specializations include Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, Urban Design and Architectural History.

Fee structure (representative / official figures)

Fees vary by programme and are subject to annual revision. Below are published program totals (indicative) from the CEPT admissions pages and official fee schedules.

(Note: hostel, caution money, lab and other fees are additional; check the admissions portal for the latest schedule and scholarship options.)

Admission process & entrance exam

·         Portal: All applications are handled via the CEPT admissions portal (admissions.cept.ac.in).

·         Undergraduate (B.Arch): Admissions commonly require valid NATA/other recognised exam scores or participation in CEPT’s own process (check current year instructions).

·         Postgraduate: Many PG programmes require submission of a portfolio, written/online application and appear for CEPT’s entrance rounds (studio tests, interviews or subject-specific exams). CEPT conducts its own entrance test for some streams; dates and formats are published on the admissions site.

Eligibility criteria & cutoff

·         Eligibility: Varies by programme — for example B.Arch applicants need the prescribed qualifying school credentials plus NATA/entrance requirements; M.Arch candidates typically require a B.Arch (or equivalent) with a specified minimum percentage. Exact eligibility criteria are listed per programme on the admissions pages.

·         Cutoff: CEPT does not announce a single public “cutoff” score like general colleges; shortlisting depends on entrance test/portfolio performance and seat availability. Candidates should consult the admissions portal for year-wise cutoffs or merit lists when published.

Placements (snapshot)

CEPT’s industry connections across architecture, planning and design often translate into internships and placement opportunities with design studios, consultancies, firms and development agencies. Median packages vary by programme and specialization (for some master’s streams reported median salaries range in mid-lakhs per annum in aggregated public listings). For precise placement statistics, the university placement office publishes annual reports.

Placement Statistics (recent years):

*Highest package data is programme/department-specific and may vary widely.

Student reviews & perspective (condensed)

·         Strengths cited by students: strong studio culture, rigorous crits, strong alumni network in design and planning, good exposure to real projects.

·         Common critiques: course intensity, fee levels and competition for limited seats in top specializations. (Balance your decision by visiting the campus, attending an open day or speaking to current students via official channels.)

Quick FAQs (as requested)

·         CEPT University Fees structure — Programme fees vary (e.g., B.Arch total ≈ ₹22.75 L; many M.Plan/M.Arch totals ≈ ₹9–10.7 L). Refer to admissions.cept.ac.in for exact, updated schedules.

·         Cept University phone number — +91-79-68310000 (General); Admissions Toll-Free 1800-270-4030.

·         CEPT University Director — Barjor Mehta is listed as President & Acting Director in recent official announcements.

·         CEPT University Courses — Architecture (B.Arch, M.Arch), Planning (M.Plan), Design (B.Des/M.Des), Technology and related PG/PhD programmes.

·         CEPT University entrance exam — CEPT conducts its own entrance procedures for several programmes; some UG/PG entries accept NATA/CAT/other tests where applicable. Check admissions site for the year’s exam list.

·         CEPT University full form — Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology University.

·         CEPT University private or Government — CEPT University is a private university (self-governed institution established to focus on environmental planning, architecture and technology).

·         CEPT University location — Ahmedabad, Gujarat — Postal code 380009 (campus address on official site).

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