Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning is the First Architecture College in Assam and North East Region was founded by Dona Foundation in 2006.  Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning is affiliated to Assam Science and Technology University and approved by Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi, Institute of Town Planners, India as well as Higher and Technical Education, Government of Assam. The college has been ranked 2nd in the eastern region with an All India Rank of 21. GCAP ranked 22nd in Top Architecture Colleges in India by Times of India, 2020.

GCAP offers Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) and Master of Planning (Urban and Regional Planning) and Bachelor in Interior Design a 4 year degree course as per NEP (National Education Policy) with Multiple Entry and Exits. Candidates who have passed 10 + 2 with PCM as compulsory subject OR Passed Diploma exam with Maths as compulsory subject are eligible to take admission to B. Arch course. Admission to B. Arch is done on the basis of marks scored in NATA/ JEE (Paper II). For admission to M. Plan, candidates are required to appear in Common Aptitude Test.

Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning Highlights

Established | Institute Type 2006 | Private
Approved by Council of Architecture
Affiliated to Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU)
Courses Offered UG and PG
Application Mode Offline/ Online
Admission Criteria NATA/ JEE Mains 2 score
Official Website https://www.gcap.co.in/

Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning Courses

The college offers bachelor’s and master’s courses in the field of architecture, details of which are tabulated below.

Courses Details
B.Arch

Duration: 5 years
Semesters: 10
Eligibility: 10 + 2 with PCM as compulsory subject OR Passed Diploma exam with Maths as compulsory subject
Selection criteria: NATA, JEE (Paper II)
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Bachelor in Interior Design

Duration: 4 years
Semesters: 8
Eligibility: 10 + 2 in any stream with at least 40% marks in aggregate OR Passed 10+3 Diploma in any stream recognised by state or central govt. with 40% marks in aggregate
(Note: Multiple entry and exit according to NEP)
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Master of Planning Specialization: Urban and Regional Planning
Duration: 2 years
Semesters: 4
Eligibility: Graduation degree certificate in Architecture / Planning /Civil Engineering from a recognised university OR Post graduation in Geography/ Economics/ Sociology
Selection criteria: Common Aptitude Test
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Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning Admissions 2024

Admissions are strictly based on NATA and JEE exam scores as well as merit obtained.

How to apply?

  • Eligible candidates can apply to the Admission Department, GCAP by downloading the form from the website, before the last date of application.

  • The merit list will be prepared 15 days after the last date of the application.

  •  In case any seat from the reserved category remains vacant, it will be given to students from the unreserved category.

Documents Required

Documentations needed for admission to various courses are given below:

For B.Arch.

  • 10+2 marksheet
  • Aptitude Test Scorecard (NATA/JEE Paper-II)
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Income Proof of Parent / GuardianSports / NCC Certificate/ Caste Certificate etc Migration Certificate (Original)
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Physical Disability Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport size recent photographs colored (5 nos. of Photographs)

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Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning Facilities

  • Classrooms - The classrooms are furnished with audiovisual digital media. Commencing from the second year of the course, students are made familiar with digital drawing studios, keeping GCAP at par with any National level Institute.
  • Library - A well-equipped fully air-conditioned library consisting of a versatile array of Textbooks, Reference books, Journals, CD’s relevant to Architecture and all other fields like Design, Scientology, Biographies, General Knowledge, etc is available.
  • Material Library - The material Library comprises samples of various building materials, small-scale models of sanitary fixtures and fittings, and such other materials utilized in construction. 
  • Workshops – The college organizes multiple workshops such as carpentry, modern page making workshops, etc.
  • Computer laboratory – It provides students with the opportunity to master various software such as AUTOCAD, Page Maker, 3-D modeling software, etc.
  • Auditorium – It has a seating capacity of 500.
  • Sports – Facilities for Indoor games include carrom, table tennis, chess, etc. Outdoor games include cricket, football, volleyball, basketball, etc.

Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning Placement 

The placement cell at Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning offers Training, organises Placement Preparation Sessions, Career Counselling & Mentoring Sessions for the students. Further, it also provides Job Support to deserving candidates. The Highest package offered to the students of GCAP was INR 50 LPA and average package was INR 23 LPA. Hindustan Steel Construction Ltd, Designers Guild, TCS, Design & Development are some of the prominent recruiters of the institute. 

Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning Scholarship

Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning offers scholarship to the exceptionally meritorious students (in 10+2 Boards). Below detailed are the sccholarship schemes for the students:

  1. SMT. Saratbala Das “AKANSHA” For Architecture Course (B.ARCH & M.PLAN)

Board

 Eligibility Scholarship Amount
10+2 76 % & ABOVE 25,000/- 
  1. SHRI. Sarbeswar Das “GYANRATNA” For Bachelor in Interior Design Course ( 3 & 4 year course only)
Board Eligibility Scholarship Amount
10+2 76 % & ABOVE 15,000/- 

Note: The above criteria is applicable for first year only. From 2 year onwards 90% attendance + marks 76% & above (aggregate of both semesters) is compulsory to be eligible for scholarship.

Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning FAQs 

Ques. How is the faculty of Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning?

Ans. Faculties are well-trained with accurate education. They orient students in a way so that they can understand and upgrade their knowledge and skills. The faculty members are highly educated in their relevant fields. The majority of the members hold a Master’s degree in their respective fields and the prominent faculty members hold a doctoral degree.

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Ques. How to reach Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning?

Ans. The address of the college is SARBESWAR DAS KNOWLEDGE CAMPUS, NEAR GUWAHATI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FLYOVER JOGIPARA - JOBE ROAD, AZARA, GUWAHATI - 781005

Ques. What are the collaborations made by the college to provide experience and exposure to the students?

Ans. Kamala Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture and Environment Studies Mumbai Collaboration has been formed between Guwahati College of Architecture and Planning and Kamala Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture and Environment Studies, Mumbai, for combined study tours to various heritage places. A MOU has also been signed with CEPT University, Ahmedabad to enhance educational programs.

Ques. What were some of the firms the students of the college were placed in?

Ans. Some of the firms include Jasbir Sawhney and Associates, Banka & Associates, Mes Misamari, Assam, Rajkhowas Archi, Hasmukh Patel, Hindustan Steel Construction Ltd., Designers Guild, Neev Guwahati, Budhin Borthakur & Associates, Ranel Associates & Architects, Guwahati, Design & Development, Guwahati, Resurge Energy, J.N. Khataniar & Associates, and Artisans, Guwahat.

Ques. Are there any workshops provided to the students of the college?

Ans. GCAP believes in giving firsthand experience to its students. A workshop on carpentry and model making is compulsory for all students.