Manipal School of Architecture and Planning: Ranking, Courses, Fees, Admission, Placements

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Manipal was established in 1978. MSAP is one of the best architecture colleges in India as it is ranked among the top 18 institutes in India. This institute offers a Bachelor of Architecture program and an Executive Master of Architecture program. This institute offers a Certificate course. Moreover, this institute is recognized by the Council of Architecture. Also, this institute is an institutional member of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage.

Table Of Contents

• Highlights
• Why choose MSAP
• Rankings
• Courses
• Admission
• Infrastructure
• Placements
• Scholarships

MSAP Highlights

Institute is one of the premier institutes in India as it is ranked 2nd top private architecture institute. Some of the highlights are mentioned below.

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning Highlights
Type of Institute	Private
Year of Establishment	1978
Recognitions	Council of Architecture [COA], NAAC
Courses Offered	Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Certificate Course, PhD

Why Choose MSAP

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning Manipal is one of India's best private architecture institutes. The faculty of this institute has a powerful blend of academic experience and industry exposure. The institute employs the latest teaching techniques. Most of the faculties of this institute are members of professional bodies and advisors at academic forums. It is recognized by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi, and is ISO 9001:2008 ISO 4001:2004 certified. It is an institutional member of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), New Delhi. In 2010, it became the 22nd institute of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India. In April 2019, MAHE renamed the Faculty of Architecture as Manipal School of Architecture and Planning.

MSAP Rankings

Institute has gained many ranks and awards in the journey of its success. Some of the ranks owned by the institute are mentioned below.

• It was ranked 18th in NIRF-2021.
• It was ranked 2nd in the top architectural colleges in all India private category by Outlook-ICARE in 2021.
• It was ranked 9th in India Today Best Colege in 2021.
• The department has a Bachelor of Architecture program and a Masters's program.
• It was ranked 1st in the category of Super Excellence in Global Human Resource Development Centre Pvt. Ltd. (GHRDC), New Delhi, Architecture College Surveys 2019.
• It was ranked 10th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2018, Ministry of Human Resource Development Government of India.
• It was ranked 10th among the top architectural schools in India by Outlook Magazine in July 2013.

MSAP Courses

Institute offers many courses to students to explore and discover their respective departments. Some of the courses offered are mentioned below.

Courses	Specialization
B.Arch	-
M.Arch	Urban Design and Development
B.Des	Interior Design, Fashion Design, Fashion Management
M.Des	Sustainable Design
MA	Fashion Management

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MSAP Admission

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning Admissions are done based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination. Candidates must apply along with a photocopy of their marks cards of previous education on or before the last date. After which, shortlisted students further called for a personal interview.

MSAP Eligibility Criteria

MSAP is strict with its eligibility criteria. Some of the course's eligibility criteria are mentioned below.

MSAP B.Arch Eligibility

• Candidates must have a valid NATA score.
• They must pass 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects.
• Candidates with 3 years Diploma after 10 years of schooling with English and Mathematics as compulsory subjects are also eligible.

MSAP BA/ B.Des Eligibility

• The candidate must pass a 10+2 or 3 years diploma or equivalent qualification from any Board.

MSAP MA Eligibility

• Candidates must be undergraduates in any stream with an aggregate of a minimum of 50%.

MSAP M.Arch Eligibility

• The candidates must pass BArch or its equivalent as acknowledged by the Council of Architecture with a minimum of 50% marks.

MSAP Infrastructure Facilities

It has a sprawling lush green campus with environmentally friendly methods. Rainwater harvesting structures, solid waste and wastewater management systems, and continuous pollution monitoring ensure that 'Green Manipal' is a way of life for everyone. MSAP offers many facilities to students for a better study environment. Some of the facilities are mentioned below.

• Hostel
• Cafeteria
• Sports Complex
• Medical Facilities
• Library

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MSAP Placements

This team is well-organized, headed by the Associate Director and comprises students and faculty. This institute has various collaborations with foreign universities. Each collaboration has helped deepen the knowledge and skills of the students. MSAP also has tie-ups with many industries, which helps this institute with industry boost innovation. Moreover, it has affiliations with Infosys, Quest, TATA, Avantha, Acer.

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MSAP Scholarships

100% of scholarships are offered to EWS students at this institute. Institute also provides scholarships to those students who need financial support.

• The students of this institute can take a basic loan of up to INR 15 lakh.
• The amount of the loan can be increased to INR 20 lakh without security and up to INR 30 lakh with security.
• Moreover, the interest is reduced from 11.45% to 10.20% per annum for the students of MSAP.

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