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Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics, Jamia Millia Islamia

New Delhi, Delhi · Central govt

Also known as FAE JMI, Jamia Architecture Faculty, Department of Architecture JMI

About Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics, Jamia Millia Islamia

The Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics of Jamia Millia Islamia in south Delhi teaches B.Arch, several M.Arch specialisations and PhD research; architecture teaching began here in 2001-02.

The Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics is the architecture faculty of Jamia Millia Islamia, the central university at Jamia Nagar in south Delhi. Architecture teaching at the faculty began in the 2001-02 session. It offers a B.Arch, in both regular and self-financing seats, and M.Arch courses in architecture pedagogy, ekistics, energy and sustainability, recreational architecture, healthcare architecture, building services and urban regeneration. It also offers PhD research in architecture and two self-financed PG diplomas, in computational design and AI, and in fire safety, lifts and plumbing services. Its stated aim is to be a centre of excellence in architecture education and research on human settlements.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Architecture Full-time 5 yrs — — —
Master of Architecture Full-time 2 yrs — — —
Doctor of Philosophy Full-time — — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test

Jamia Millia Islamia announces admissions for B.Arch, M.Arch and PhD in its yearly admission notifications and prospectus. Candidates apply online on the JMI admission portal and must meet the stated eligibility and test requirements. Shortlists, merit lists and counselling dates are posted on the JMI admissions page.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Architecture: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCM); NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 as required by the institution
  • Master of Architecture: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Architecture; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Arch or equivalent; reservation relaxations as per Central or State Government policy
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Where these courses lead

Design

Architect

Minimum: UG

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Education

Professor

Minimum: PG

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Science & Research

Research Scientist

Minimum: PG

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Agriculture

Agricultural Scientist

Minimum: PG

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Technology

Data Scientist

Minimum: UG

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Healthcare

Doctor

Minimum: UG

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Healthcare

Dentist

Minimum: UG

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Frequently asked questions

What courses does the Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics offer?

B.Arch, M.Arch in seven specialisations, PhD and two self-financed PG diplomas.

When did architecture teaching begin at JMI?

In the 2001-02 session.

Where are admission notices published?

On the JMI admission notifications page.

Sources

Information verified on 18 Oct 2026

  1. Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics - JMI · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
  2. Department of Architecture - JMI · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
  3. Department of Architecture Programmes/Courses - JMI · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026