About Department of Architecture and Planning, National Institute of Technology Calicut
The Department of Architecture and Planning at NIT Calicut in Kozhikode, started in 1999, runs a five-year B.Arch, a two-year M.Plan in Urban Planning and PhD research.
This department of NIT Calicut was set up in 1999 and works from the NIT campus at Kozhikode. Its main undergraduate course is the five-year Bachelor of Architecture. At postgraduate level it offers a two-year Master of Planning in Urban Planning that leans on geo-informatics, so students work with GIS, remote sensing and quantitative methods. The department also guides PhD scholars across a wide range of research themes in architecture and planning. As part of a National Institute of Technology, it follows the institute’s central admission and fee rules.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Architecture | Full-time | 5 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Planning | 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 follows NIT Calicut's institute-level process for each programme. The department page does not describe the entrance route, so check the institute's admissions notices for B.Arch, M.Plan and PhD before applying.
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 Planning: Studying in: UG; B.Plan, B.Arch or B.E./B.Tech (Civil or Planning); SPA Vijayawada asks 60% or CGPA 6.5 (55% or 6.0 for SC/ST)
- 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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Frequently asked questions
What courses does the NIT Calicut architecture department offer?
It offers a 5-year B.Arch, a 2-year M.Plan in Urban Planning and a PhD programme.
When was the department started?
The Department of Architecture and Planning was established in 1999.
What is special about the M.Plan course?
It focuses on geo-informatics, including GIS, remote sensing and quantitative methods.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- National Institute of Technology Calicut · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Architecture and Planning - NIT Calicut · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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