The School of Architecture & Planning
1 programme across undergraduate and postgraduate study.
About the school
The School of Architecture & Planning, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, envisions architectural education as a catalyst for shaping resilient, intelligent, and socially responsive built environments. Its academic philosophy is grounded in the conviction that contemporary architecture emerges through the convergence of spatial imagination, technological innovation, environmental stewardship, and human-centred inquiry.
Moving beyond conventional studio pedagogy, the school positions design as a rigorous process of evidence-based exploration. Material experimentation, sustainability science, computational thinking, and cultural context amalgamate to inform architectural decision-making. The design studio functions as an interdisciplinary laboratory that invites students to interrogate complex urban and environmental problems through research, simulation, prototyping, and critical reflection.
The school’s goal is not to prepare graduates for professional practice but rather to develop architects trained in both critical adapatblity and creative vision, ready to engage in the ongoing discourse of architecture in the global arena.
Programmes
B.Arch
Architecture shapes how communities live and interact with the built environment, influencing its functionality, resilience and sustainability. As cities expand and infrastructure grows, architects must balance spatial needs, regional heritage, environmental performance and technical feasibility.
- Discipline
- Architecture and Planning
- Duration
- 5 Years (10 Semesters)
- Level
- Undergraduate
Teaching & Assessment
Teaching pedagogies
Learning Frameworks
Design critiques, architectural storytelling, expert talks, real urban case studies, & studio sessions give students the full experience of the architecture domain. AI-embedded teaching methods and flipped classrooms sharpen spatial thinking and push students to engage with design directly.
Exclusive Internship Opportunities
It’s a gateway into architectural firms, urban planning agencies, government infrastructure projects, and real estate developers. & through corporate internships, social immersion work & research internships, students get real exposure to professional design settings.
Impact-Oriented & Applied Research Projects
Live design briefs and real planning challenges build problem-solving skills; along with it, students learn to solve urban problems through capstone projects, entrepreneurial design ideas, and community-impact projects, while building a professional network along the way.
Self-Paced Learning with Certifications
World-renowned design experts in architecture, urban planning, sustainable design, and smart city technologies share valuable knowledge with students through offline certifications and MOOCs. With this structured & flexible approach to learning, students develop professional skills and industry-recognized credentials.
AI-Augmented Advanced Studios & Research Laboratories
The design studios and labs are advanced, purposely designed and equipped with the latest tools for architectural modeling, urban simulation, and spatial research. The environment offers students everything from BIM software and parametric design platforms to AI-powered rendering tools so that students get both technical precision and creative exploration.
Interactive Learning Activities
Design juries, group critiques, site study workshops, seminars, peer reviews, and interdisciplinary debates develop students’ analytical and leadership skills. This dynamic approach builds the confidence and collaborative instinct every architect and planner needs in the field.
Where Our Research Goes Deep
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- Citations
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2021–26
across 6 schools
Citations and patents are university-wide totals; they are not available broken down by field, so no tile is sized or coloured by them. The map covers the 14,534 publications whose author affiliations name a school or department — a further 5,269 are cross-disciplinary or name no unit.
Research map
6 schools · 35 fields · sized by publications · brightness is authors per paper
6 schools · 35 fields · sized by publications
Research overview
Across 2021-2026, output peaked in 2025 at 3,824 publications.
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Publications · 6 schools
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Message from the Head of Department
Welcome to the School of Architecture & Planning, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh. Architecture and planning today extend far beyond the creation of buildings and physical Spaces. They are about understanding people, responding to changing social and environmental realities, and shaping inclusive, sustainable, and resilient places for the future.
At the School, we believe in an education that brings together design thinking, technology, research, industry engagement and real-world learning. Our academic approach encourages students to question, explore, experiment and translate ideas into meaningful solutions. Through studio-based learning, interdisciplinary collaborations, workshops, expert interactions and hands-on projects, we strive to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional practice. We are particularly committed to preparing our students for a rapidly transforming profession where AI, digital technologies, sustainability and emerging modes of practice are redefining the way we imagine and create the built environment. At the same time, we remain grounded in context, culture, community and the responsibility that designers and planners carry towards society.
Our aim is to nurture creative, critical and socially responsible professionals who can contribute meaningfully at local, national and global levels. I invite you to explore our programmes, student work, research, activities and achievements, and to be part of a learning environment where ideas become possibilities and design becomes an instrument for positive change.
Message from the Head of Department
Welcome to the School of Architecture & Planning, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh. Architecture and planning today extend far beyond the creation of buildings and physical Spaces. They are about understanding people, responding to changing social and environmental realities, and shaping inclusive, sustainable, and resilient places for the future.
At the School, we believe in an education that brings together design thinking, technology, research, industry engagement and real-world learning. Our academic approach encourages students to question, explore, experiment and translate ideas into meaningful solutions. Through studio-based learning, interdisciplinary collaborations, workshops, expert interactions and hands-on projects, we strive to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional practice. We are particularly committed to preparing our students for a rapidly transforming profession where AI, digital technologies, sustainability and emerging modes of practice are redefining the way we imagine and create the built environment. At the same time, we remain grounded in context, culture, community and the responsibility that designers and planners carry towards society.
Our aim is to nurture creative, critical and socially responsible professionals who can contribute meaningfully at local, national and global levels. I invite you to explore our programmes, student work, research, activities and achievements, and to be part of a learning environment where ideas become possibilities and design becomes an instrument for positive change.
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Events & Projects
Milestones and projects across Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh — open to students of every school.
01 — 7 January 2026
Enrollment of Kuldeep Yadav and Launch of CU Sports Scholarship
International cricketer Kuldeep Yadav enrolled as a student and launched the CU Sports Scholarship, reinforcing the integration of academic excellence and sports development at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh.
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02 — 9 January
India AI Convergence 2026
India AI Convergence 2026 united AI leaders for a pre-event to the India AI Impact Summit, where Satnam Singh Sandhu, Honorable Chancellor, announced two transformative initiatives- AI for All and Quantum for Bharat.
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03 — 02 November 2025
Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh
Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh launched Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh under the leadership of Shri Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ Ji, empowering young innovators with funding, mentorship, and incubation support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh provides students access to an NEP-2020-aligned, career-centric education powered by an AI-augmented learning ecosystem and a smart Learning Management System (LMS). The best part is that it is "India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary university" and places an active focus on exclusive experiential learning through live projects, simulation labs, corporate internships, and global academic partnerships. Students also gain access to merit scholarships of up to 100% via CUCET, worth 75 Cr, specialized sports scholarships, and strong recruiter networks.
Yes, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh is a fully recognized and accredited university established under the Uttar Pradesh State Legislature and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The best part for its learners is that most of the professional and technical programs offered here adhere to the regulatory frameworks and approvals of statutory bodies, including the Bar Council of India (BCI) for legal studies, the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for pharmaceutical programs & Council of Architecture (COA) for Architecture. Moreover, the university is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh offers multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate, lateral, and doctoral programs across major disciplines like Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Computing, Business, Commerce & 9 more, which are Basic & Applied Sciences, Liberal Arts & Behavioural Sciences, Legal Studies, Pharmacy, Media Studies, Design, Hospitality, Architecture & Planning, Travel & Tourism. The most notable part is that its curriculum integrates AI, Machine Learning, Analytics & more.
Yes, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is an AI-augmented multidisciplinary university, as it is designed from the ground up as India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary campus. Can’t be denied that artificial intelligence is deeply woven across the academic curriculum with tech-enabled pedagogy, research domains, and campus administrative workflows. From AI-enabled smart classrooms and automated adaptive learning to specialized AI and analytics laboratories, students across all disciplines learn to gain digital & AI fluency and practical exposure to modern tech tools. Moreover, students studying at CU-UP also use a smart LMS and Advanced labs and Centres of Excellence. In 2026, CU also received the “AI-First Organization" award at the Republic AI Summit & Awards.
CU-UP, home to a futuristic & AI-Augmented campus, provides facilities like ultra-modern smart classrooms, high-end computing facilities, advanced labs, SAS labs, and dedicated research zones. All of this also helps students learn efficiently & not forget about the Data Science Lab, FinTech Lab, Modern Moot Court Hall, simulated Aviation and Tourism labs & more. Students pursuing education at CU-UP also benefit from an extensive digital library, startup incubation centers like CUBE & TBI, modern sports arenas, dynamic cafeterias, and comprehensive on-campus student housing.
How To Apply?
Sign Up
Register for CUCET by providing your basic details — name, email, mobile number, state and gender.
Apply for CUCET
You receive a confirmation on your registered number and email. Log in with those credentials and complete the eligibility and scholarship test application.
Admission
On clearing CUCET, submit your admission application. Merit-based scholarship is assessed automatically from your result.