NITTE Institute of Architecture

NITTE Institute of Architecture provides merit-based scholarships to the eligible students. These scholsrahisp include merit and Excellence scholarships. The details are mentioned below:Merit Scholarships: To avail this scholarship, candidates must pass Class 12 with >80% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics as being an Indian applicant. The granted fee concessions and charged tuition fees as noted below:PCM% in Class 12Tuition Fee per Anumn after Scholarship>90INR 185000>85-90INR 21000080-85INR 23500Excellence Scholarships: The Indian nationals who have passed Class 12 in India, with a minimum of 80% aggregate in PCM subjects on the First Attempt of the Class 12 exam (OR) Candidates who have passed 10+3 Diploma in Engineering Examination in the first attempt with a minimum of 60% aggregate and with a NATA score of 110 or more in the First Attempt may apply for this scholarship scheme. Further, JEE-qualified candidates will be required to appear for NATA and fulfil the eligibility criteria mentioned above, to qualify for the Excellence scholarship

I can help you compare the two institutes based on some criteria, such as ranking, accreditation, curriculum, facilities, and placement. However, the final decision depends on your personal preferences and goals. Here is some information that might be useful for you:Ranking: According to IIRF-2023, Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) is ranked 2nd among all top architecture colleges in private, while NITTE Institute of Architecture (NIA) is not in the top 50 list. According to NIRF-2021, MSAP is ranked 18th among top architectural schools in the country, while NIA is not in the top 100 list.Accreditation: Both MSAP and NIA are approved by the Council of Architecture (CoA) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). MSAP is a constituent college of Nitte (Deemed to be University), which has been accredited with an ‘A+’ grade by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC). NIA is affiliated with VTU Belagavi and the Indian Institute of Architects, Mumbai.Curriculum: MSAP offers a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture programme and a 2-year Master of Design (Interior Design) program. The curriculum at MSAP is designed to incorporate hands-on practical training with theory-based education so that students learn by ‘doing’. They can explore design through materials such as clay and wood. Structures are taught using models and real-life scenarios and students work with design professionals and learn under their supervision. NIA offers a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture programme and a 2-year Master of Planning (Urban Design) program. The curriculum at NIA is focused on urban planning, conservation, interior design, arts and product design. It also emphasizes on experiential learning, research, and innovation.Facilities: MSAP has a world-class campus with state-of-the-art facilities such as studios, workshops, labs, library, auditorium, cafeteria, hostel, sports, and healthcare. It also has an institutional membership of Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), New Delhi. NIA has a modern campus with facilities such as studios, labs, library, auditorium, cafeteria, hostel, sports, and healthcare. It also has a partnership with Institute of Town Planners, India.Placement: MSAP has a dedicated placement cell that helps students find internships and jobs in reputed firms and organizations. The average salary package offered to MSAP graduates is around 6.5 LPA. Some of the top recruiters are Hafeez Contractor, CnT Architects, RSP Design Consultants, Gensler, and Arup. NIA does not have a placement cell, but it provides career guidance and mentorship to students. The average salary package offered to NIA graduates is around 4.5 LPA. Some of the top recruiters are Ar. B.V. Doshi, Ar. Charles Correa, Ar. Sanjay Mohe, Ar. Christopher Benninger, and Ar. Raj Rewal.