MUP: Program Specific FAQs

A: The following titles will be awarded to admitted candidates
Master of Planning (Urban Planning)

A: There is one common application form for programs MUP/ MUH /MUI-WASH/MUTS for all candidates. Based on total number of seats available all candidates will be given admission in the M.Plan Foundation semester as per merit list. Please note for MUP/ MUH /MUI(MUI-WASH)/MUTS final seat allocation will be at the end of Semester 1 as per Application Information and Requirements in Evaluation Process.

A: No. However, CEPT University allows you to take certain credits in any other programme offered by other Faculties (i.e. Architecture, Management, Design & Technology) at the University

A: No

A:  You must submit the portfolio of your work as per instructions in application form.

A: The references can be from academic and/or non-academic sources.

A: Please refer eligibility section for respective PG programs

A: Please refer to the Evaluation Process

A: GATE is eligible for admission at FP and is mandatory. If you have given GATE exam then you are not required to give the CEPT PG test.

A: No. For more details see evaluation process

A: GATE exam is considered only for admission. GATE scholarship is not given after admission.

A: For applying for admission to FP PG programs for M.Plan programs CEPT PG test(online)/ GATE/ UGC NET are eligible. If you have given GATE or UGC NET you are not required to give CEPT PG test. All three test options are mandatory for admission.

A: The CEPT PG Test will be online from your home. It will consist of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) related to Verbal English, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematical Ability.

A: Please refer to the fee details at the ‘Fees’ link given in the Admissions page.

A: Yes. Please visit the following link: https://acceptance.cept.ac.in/scholarships

A: Yes. CEPT University has a Career and Alumni Services for proactively assisting students. Faculty of Planning also has a very active placement coordination committee and has track record of more than four decades of campus placements.

A: Masters’ programs at Faculty of Planning are designed to prepare young professionals in taking various positions as consultants in private and corporate sector, in government departments and agencies, in city planning and urban development authorities, in public housing agencies, in non-government organizations working for informal settlements, private real estate agencies, research agencies, academic institutes and think tanks. Refer program brochures for details.

A: SWS - Summer Winter School. The Summer and Winter Schools (SWS) at CEPT University are opportunities for students to gain valuable learning experience that goes far beyond the structured classrooms.

A: The submission of portfolio is compulsory as per instructions in application form. Additionally, SOP is required to be submitted as asked in application form.

A: For all programs MUP/MUH/MUI(MUI-WASH)/MUTS, as per instructions in application form. The Portfolio must be saved as a single file in PDF format and submitted. The file size should not be more  than 25MB.

A: Referees are  required to submit the online reference form, including a reference letter, to assist the University in making a full assessment of each applicant’s academic record and abilities. The deadline to submit the reference / recommendation letter is 3 days after the application deadline. A link is shared with the referee after you submit your application.

A: No. The work (Professional) experience is counted as the full time experience gained after completion of qualifying degree.

A: Students graduating from FP find employment in a wide range of institutions and organizations depending on the interest area that the student wants to pursue. Most students graduating from FP go to work in Consultancies, MNC’s, Government departments (state government and central government), Municipal corporations, Development authorities, Research organizations, Academic institutions, NGO’s and other similar institutions.

There are a variety of companies hiring students from FP.

A: Students receive very competitive salaries as per the prevalent market norms for planners. The package offered varies as per each organization and the student. Factors like the student’s calibre, subject knowledge, commitment, interest area, soft skills, location etc. are all considered for offer of package.