Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design is a Maharashtra-based leading private college that was established in 2016 and offers a full-time and 5-year duration Undergraduate program in the discipline of Architecture. The college is affiliated with Mumbai University, approved by the renowned Council of Architecture and admission to its Bachelor course is granted based on the student’s marks in the previous year’s qualifying exam and entrance tests like JEE Main or NATA. 

Also, the ‘Vishwaniketan-CGC network’ has created numerous opportunities for internships, Masters, and Ph.D. for both domestic students and teachers in foreign universities, and in the past 7 years, more than 900 students have completed their PBL-Summer Internships under the UG Fellowship and with the support of 25+ collaborations of the institute with overseas educational institutions.  The institute has an amazing team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members to teach and train students in accordance with the requirements of this dynamic and unpredictable world. 

And 15+ faculties of the college are Ph.D. Degree holders. Collaborative Studios, Poznan University of Technology, Poland and University of Rome - Tor Vergata are some of the top international collaborations of the institute, and events like seminars, guest lectures, exhibition shows, workshops, and presentations by top-notch Architects are regularly held by VCAAD. There is also a Design Cell on the campus for giving much-required practical exposure to students through projects.

 

Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design Highlights

Following are some of the unique features and highlights of Maharashtra-based Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design, which makes it different and the best choice for future Architects.

Institute Name  Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design
Location Navi Mumbai
Institute Type Private and Independent
Top Affiliations and Accreditations Mumbai University, COA
Top Courses Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch]
Learning Mode Regular and On-Campus
Admission Criteria Merit and Entrance Based
Entrance Exams JEE Main, NATA
Facilities Digital Classrooms, Working Studios, Computer Lab, Library, Canteen, Hostel, Exhibition Area
Official Website https://vcaad.vishwaniketan.edu.in/ 
 

Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design Courses and Fees

The Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design of Maharashtra is offering a full-time and 5-year duration B.Arch Degree program at the Undergraduate level. Cited below are the specialization and eligibility-related details for the same.

Course Specialization Eligibility Criteria
B.Arch General

10+2 with PCM and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized institute.                                                Or
Full-time Diploma or equivalent qualification with Mathematics as a compulsory subject and 50% aggregate marks from an AICTE/State/Central Government approved institution.
                                              And  
Minimum 40% marks in National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) or JEE Main.

Read More: VCAAD Maharashtra Courses and Fees

 

The admission process of Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design takes place through online mode and students are admitted on the basis of their 12th/Diploma and JEE Main or NATA score and 50% weightage is given to both here white accepting student’s application forms. 

And out of 40 available seats, 32 are allocated by the State Common Entrance Cell of the Government of Maharashtra through its centralized admission process. And remaining 8 seats are filled at the Institute Level where candidates who have registered with the DTE may approach VCAAD for direct admission. Given below is the step-by-step admission procedure of the college. 

How to Apply?

  1. Visit the official website of the college. 
  2. Go to the admission section and click on Apply Now.
  3. Register yourself and fill out the detailed application form.
  4. Upload the necessary documents and score card of the applicable entrance exam.
  5. Pay the application fee.
  6. Submit the duly filled application form.
 

Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design Campus Life and Facilities

The Maharashtra-based Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design has the most vibrant and peaceful campus along with state-of-the-art amenities to address and fulfill the academic and non-academic needs of students during their course duration. And for the past 5 years, the college has witnessed the dreams of several hundred students and has been sincere and true in all aspects in making them true. Given below are some of the top-notch facilities the institute has for its ambitious youths and amazing teachers.

Computer Center: With the aim of helping students with their projects and research work and making them aware of the latest happenings and development of the outside world, a full-fledged and well-equipped Computer Center has been established in the college with numerous systems and high-speed internet connectivity.

Library: For the purpose of enhancing students' subject knowledge and supplementing their existing skills beyond hard-coded textbooks, a spacious Library has been set up by the institute on campus. And this library is home to a large collection of text & reference books, national and international journals, magazines, newspapers and research papers.

Cafeteria: There is also an aesthetically developed cafeteria to provide delicious snacks and meals to all the students and staff members at an affordable price. And this is the place where students enjoy their time after classes to chill, relax and enjoy their food.

Auditorium: Institute has also established an Auditorium on the campus and this hall is primarily used to organize events and activities like webinars, guest lectures, expert learning sessions, symposiums, personality development and placement-oriented training programs. 

Hostel: For the purpose of providing a home-like ambiance to those students who have joined the college from a different city or state to pursue their dream B.Arch program, the institute offers separate hostel facilities to both girls and boys. And these hostels have spacious and well-ventilated 2 and 3-sharing rooms with or without AC.

Sports and Games: As we all know that academics only can’t help a person to grow on a personal and professional level, because for the complete personality development of students, recreational activities along with sports and games are very important. Hence the college is providing enough facilities and has big playgrounds for games like Basketball and Cricket etc. 

Transportation: VCAAD also has a fleet of buses to provide pickup and drop facility to both students and staff members, because the college understands that saving their precious time is very important. And these buses cover all important routes of surrounding areas of Maharashtra. 

Apart from the above-mentioned ones, there are smart classrooms with installed projectors and audio-video facilities to make the classroom environment more interactive and collaborative in nature, working studios along with Material Museum, Climatology Lab and Survey Labs to provide the best possible practical learning exposure and experience to students. Last, but not the least, there is a Conference Room, a separate Exhibition Area, a construction yard and carpentry workshops etc. 

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Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design FAQs

Ques. What is the annual fee of the B.Arch course offered by the Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design?

Ans. The per year fee of the 5-year B.Arch course of Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design is INR 95,500.

Ques. Does Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design offer scholarships to students?

Ans.Yes, to appreciate the shining stars of college and help financially fewer stable students so that they can continue their studies without much hussle, VCAAD is offering the below-mentioned scholarships to students.


 

Scholarship Category Eligibility Criteria & Selection Amount
Social Justice and Special Assistance Department SC In order to avail the scholarship, a candidate must produce his/her original Caste Caste Validity Certificate to college authorities. Full Tuition Fees +Dev Fees
Tribal Development Department ST In order to avail the scholarship, a candidate must produce his/her original Caste Caste Validity Certificate to college authorities. Full Tuition Fees +Dev Fees
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department
 		 VJNT/SBC/OBC In order to avail the scholarship, a candidate must produce his/her original Caste Caste Validity Certificate to college authorities. Full Tuition Fee Waiver is given to VJNT or SBC students.  And OBC gets a 50% tuition fee waiver.
Directorate of Technical Education General In order to avail the scholarship, a candidate must produce his/her original Domicile Certificate and Family Income (which should be below INR 8 LPA annually) Certificate. 50% of the Tuition fee waiver 

Ques. How can I contact Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design for any admission-related queries or issues?

Ans. A candidate can call on +91 8625011352 or can even drop a mail to admissions.vcaad@vishwaniketan.edu.in for any admission-related queries or issues.

Ques. How much annual fee do I need to pay if I want to avail hostel facilities at Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design?

Ans. A candidate needs to pay a minimum of INR 65,000 and a maximum of INR 1,00,000 on an annual basis if he/she wants to avail the hostel facilities at Maharashtra-based Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design.

Ques. What career opportunities will a student have after pursuing a B.Arch course from Vishwaniketan College of Architecture, Arts & Design?

Ans. A plethora of amazing opportunities is available in the outside world for graduates having a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture. And students after pursuing the 5-year B.Arch program can work as a Landscape Architect, Interior Designer, Architect, Architectural Assistant, Architectural Historian, Project Assistant Manager, Technical Assistant and Manager, etc.

Also, they can pursue higher education courses or start their own business.