Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies & Research Architecture & Interior Design (SMAID), Anand was established in 2012 as an affiliated institute to SPU, Vallabh Vidyanagar. The institute offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the discipline of Architecture and Interior Design. Admission to the SMAID, Anand is done on the basis of merit as well as entrance examinations. In addition to this, SMAID provides world class infrastructure to provide the perfect environment for the students. Along with this, the faculty members of SMAID are highly experienced and graduates from renowned institutions in the country.

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SMAID Key Points

  • Admission to B.Arch is based on the performance of the candidates in NATA.
  • Admission to BID and B.Plan is done on the basis of entrance examinations conducted by SMAID. 
  • Admission to the UG and PG courses is done on the basis of merit.

SMAID Courses

SMAID, Anand offers various UG & PG courses in the discipline of Architecture, Interior Design, etc. Tabulated below are the details regarding the same:

Courses Details Selection Criteria
B.Arch Duration: 5 years
Eligibility: 10+2 examination with minimum 50% aggregate marks in Science stream		 NATA
B.Plan

Duration: 4 years
Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 40% aggregate marks in any stream

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BID Duration: 4 years
Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45% aggregate marks in science stream
MID Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: BID/ B.Des/ B. Arch/ B. Voc (Int Des/ Des) with minimum 50% aggregate marks + 1 year of professional experience		 Merit-based
M.Plan Duration: 2 years
Specialization: Urban & Regional Planning
Eligibility: Passed B.Arch/ B.Plan/ B. Environmental Engineering/ Bachelor in Civil Engineering/ Master’s degree in Geography/ Sociology/ Environmental Engineering/ Economics with minimum 55% aggregate marks

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SMAID Facilities

The institute has a state-of-the-art infrastructure with a conducive environment for imparting Design education - fully equipped with modern ergonomically designed furniture in Studio. The facilities includes:

  • Audio Visual Room
  • Material Museum
  • Computer Labs
  • Resource Centre
  • Workshops
  • Multi Purpose Room
  • Arena Theater
  • Canteen
  • Landscape with lush green campus

SMAID Faculties

SMAID has a total 12 faculties who are experts in the discipline of Architecture and Planning. The faculties provide real time experience and knowledge to the students and help them in their academic as well as professional careers. The faculties of SMAID are highly experienced and are graduates from renowned institutions in the country.

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SMAID FAQs

Ques. What is the application procedure for SMAID Anand?

Ans. The application procedure for SMAID Anand is done online only. Candidates need to apply online by registering themselves on the official website.

Ques. Does SMAID Anand provide hostel facilities?

Ans. Yes, SMAID provides hostel facilities for the students. The rooms are well-equipped with all basic amenities to ensure that the students are comfortable.

Ques. What is the intake capacity for admission at SMAID Anand?

Ans. The intake capacity for admission at SMAID Anand is as follows:

Course Seat Intake
B.Arch 40
BID 40
B.Plan 30
MID 10
M.Plan 25

Ques. What is the course fee for Master of Urban and Regional Planning at SMAID Anand?

Ans. The course fee for Master of Urban and Regional Planning is INR 60,000 per annum.