M.Plan Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for M.Plan (Master of Planning) programs in India can vary slightly between universities, but there are some general requirements:Academic Background:Bachelor's degree: Students must have a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in a relevant field like:Bachelor of Planning (BTech) of Architecture (BArch)Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering/PlanningOther related degrees in Geography,  Sociology or Economics  (sometimes accepted by some universities)Minimum marks: Most universities require a minimum of 50% marks in Bachelor's degree, with some requiring even higher marks (around 55%)Entrance Exams:Qualifying in a national-level entrance exam is usually mandatory for admission to MPlan programs. The most common entrance exams are:GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) - for Engineering and technology backgroundsCEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design) - for Design backgroundsSome universities might consider scores from university-specific entrance exams or accept students based on merit (previous academic performance) if they haven't taken a national exam.Other Eligibility Criteria:Work experience: While not mandatory everywhere, some universities might prefer candidates with relevant work experience in planning or related fields.Portfolio: For MPlan programs in specializations like Urban Design or Landscape Planning, some universities might ask for a portfolio showcasing your design skills and creativity.

The detailed eligibility is mentioned below:Candidates with a regular Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in the Architecture / Civil Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Construction Technology / Planning / Urban Design / Masters Degree in Geomatics / Geo-informatics / Geographical Information System / Masters Degree (or equivalent) in Geography, Economics or Sociology from a recognised Institution / University are eligible. Candidates seeking admission are required to have secured minimum 50% aggregate (45% for the candidates from reserved category) at graduation level. Furthermore, the final year students are also eligible to apply for course. However, such candidates must have completed (passed) their Graduation before the commencement of programme.