Chitkara School of Planning and Architecture offers a 5‑Year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program, approved by the AICTE and recognised by the Council of Architecture. It is among the top choices for students seeking an architecture college in Chandigarh and India.
The program focuses on studio-based learning, where students work across buildings, communities, and urban systems through real world contexts. Core areas include architectural design, sustainable design, construction systems, and urban planning. Students work in dedicated design studios, supported by multimedia labs, lecture spaces, a materials resource centre, and a well equipped library.
The curriculum integrates architectural history, materials, environmental systems, and digital tools, enabling students to develop technical capability, critical thinking, and the ability to respond to contemporary architectural challenges.
Focused on the design of spaces and built environments, these programs combine studio based learning with real world projects. Students develop design thinking, technical skills, and an understanding of how spaces are planned, built, and experienced.
The school works closely with top architecture and design firms, allowing students to learn from and work with some of the best professionals in the field. Through campus placements, internships, and live projects, students engage with real projects across architecture, interiors, and the built environment. This exposure prepares them for architecture jobs, interior design roles, and related careers, with the confidence to contribute from day one.
During the program, students develop core skills like analytical skills, and cultural sensitivity, preparing them for workplace excellence. Rigorous courses and internships with top global design and architecture firms provide hands-on experience, ensuring they understand the nuances of architecture effectively.
Chitkara University's exceptional faculty in Planning & Architecture are invested in your growth creatively, personally, and professionally. The accomplished artists, architects, designers, scholars, and educators who teach at Chitkara University work with industry professionals to mentor you to get the skills and hands-on experience you need for a career. Their guidance promotes a collaborative environment, encouraging students to explore ideas and stay updated with industry trends.
Chitkara School of Planning & Architecture is approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) and duly recognised by the Council of Architecture, offering a 5-Year Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch). Our programs emphasise the physical realisation of ideas where priority is placed not upon theory or practice in isolation, but on practical and contextual possibilities of their integration. The curriculum integrates emerging technology and sustainability.
Chitkara School of Planning & Architecture’s robust international connect allows students to experience living in a different country and understand global and culturally sensitive perspective. Whether you are interested in studying abroad, internships, research, there is a program for you. International experiences are accessible to all students who wish to acquire a global perspective, cross-cultural competence, practical knowledge, and exposure in preparation for a successful 21st-century career.
The studio is where students design, test, and refine ideas using drawings, models, and materials. Learning happens through making, helping students understand space and form across architecture and interior design.
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Led by distinguished academicians Chancellor Dr. Ashok K Chitkara and Pro-Chancellor Dr. Madhu Chitkara, our institution reflects four decades of educational excellence. These passionate educators maintain hands-on involvement in campus life, actively engaging with academic communities while building strategic partnerships.
Our Leadership
Hear from the graduates thriving and making their mark in the architecture and design industries. These stories show the actual impact of a CSPA education.
“I have been part of the CSPA family for the last 8 years, first as a student and now as a part of the visiting faculty. The skills and education I received at CSPA got me into a top-rated graduation school in the U.S. and has helped me grow in my small practice as an Architect. As a faculty I am trying to impart the same values now to my students.”
Master Degree at Southern California Institute of Architecture
“I am a proud alumna of CSPA. All the teachers at CSPA have always been a support throughout my journey from being a clueless young student to an individual having my own identity. I feel highly obliged for being a part of this institute where I have been polished in a way that I can stand out independently and confidently.”
CSPA Alumna
“Learning Architecture requires mentors who work tirelessly towards the success of their protéges. CSPA’s faculty helped me to achieve laurels at NIASA Awards 2014 and motivated me for further education in Environmental Design. Today I work in Toronto designing Condos and can’t thank my mentors enough for this career.”
NIASA Awards 2014
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Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway, Punjab 140 401
Unit No. A 201-202, Elante Mall Office Complex
Industrial Area Phase 1, Chandigarh 160 002
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Unit No. A 201-202
Elante Mall Office Complex
Industrial Area Phase 1
Chandigarh 160 002
Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway
Punjab 140 401
