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About Master of Planning [M.Plan] (Urban Planning)
NICMAR Pune’s Master of Planning in Urban Planning is a 2-year, ITPI-approved program designed for architecture, civil engineering, and planning graduates. Admission is through PG-NCAT or valid GATE scores in Architecture and Planning or Civil Engineering, followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview. With 30 seats, the total program fee is INR 6,60,000. Graduates work as urban planners with government agencies, infrastructure consultancies, and research institutions.
📋 Admission Status: Round III admissions for the 2026 batch closed in June 2026. Refer to nicmar.ac.in for the next admission cycle.
Key Points
- ITPI-approved program recognized for professional town planning practice
- Mandatory 8-week professional internship in a planning or infrastructure organization
- GIS, spatial analysis, and remote sensing software training across all four semesters
NICMAR Pune Master of Planning Urban Planning Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 semesters at INR 1,41,400 each) | INR 5,65,600 |
| Development Fee (4 semesters at INR 21,100 each) | INR 84,400 |
| Security Deposit (refundable, one-time) | INR 10,000 |
| Hostel (optional, per month) | INR 6,000 to INR 7,200 |
| Total Fees (excluding hostel) | INR 6,60,000 |
- Fee is paid in four installments, one at the start of each semester.
- The first installment of INR 1,72,500 includes the refundable security deposit.
- Education loans are available through HDFC Credila, ICICI Bank, and SBI.
NICMAR Pune Master of Planning Urban Planning Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round III Application Deadline | 31 May 2026 |
| PG-NCAT, Group Discussion and Personal Interview | 7 June 2026 to 9 June 2026 |
| Results Declared | 11 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 23 June 2026 |
- GATE scores in Architecture and Planning or Civil Engineering are accepted in place of PG-NCAT.
- Application fee of INR 2,500 is payable at the time of online registration.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Technology, Environmental Engineering, or Computer Science with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Alternatively, a Master’s degree in Geography, Economics, Sociology, Geoinformatics, Statistics, Public Administration, or related disciplines with minimum 50% marks is accepted.
- Final year students may apply and must complete their qualifying degree before the program commences.
Admission Process
- Register on the NICMAR admissions portal at apply.nicmar.ac.in and pay the INR 2,500 application fee.
- Appear for PG-NCAT (aptitude test covering quantitative ability, data interpretation, and verbal ability) OR submit a valid GATE score in Architecture and Planning or Civil Engineering.
- Attend the Group Discussion round, which evaluates analytical thinking and communication skills.
- Complete the Personal Interview conducted by NICMAR faculty and the admission committee.
- Selection is based on combined PG-NCAT or GATE score, GD, PI, and application rating.
- Pay the first installment of INR 1,72,500 by the notified deadline to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- You have an engineering or planning background and want urban planning expertise
- INR 6.6 lakhs for 2 years fits your education budget
- You want an ITPI-recognized qualification for planning roles in India
- You seek a career in government planning agencies or infrastructure consultancies
- You have a GATE score in Architecture or Civil Engineering and want to use it
✗ Skip if
- You want a management MBA rather than a technical planning program
- You expect high private sector salaries from a planning degree
- You have a commerce or business background without technical prerequisites
- You want a program at a Tier-1 planning school like SPA Delhi or CEPT Ahmedabad
NICMAR Pune Master of Planning Urban Planning Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Exemplary Merit Scholarship | 100% tuition waiver (entire program) | Top 2% of intake based on PG-NCAT or GATE performance and academic record. |
| Distinguished Merit Scholarship | 75% tuition waiver (entire program) | Top 3% of intake based on admission test and academic scores. |
| EWS Fee Waiver (Full) | 100% program fee waiver | Annual family income up to INR 5 lakhs, 80%+ in 10th and 12th, 60%+ in graduation (up to 5 students). |
| Rising Talent Scholarship | INR 20,000 per year | Top 10% of intake with co-curricular or extra-curricular accomplishments. |
- A student is eligible for only one scholarship or concession under NICMAR policy.
- Scholarship renewal requires 75%+ attendance and passing each semester in the first attempt.
NICMAR Pune Master of Planning Urban Planning FAQs
Ques. Who is eligible for the Master of Planning Urban Planning at NICMAR Pune?
Ans. The M.Plan Urban Planning at NICMAR Pune is open to candidates with a bachelor’s degree in Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Technology, or Environmental Engineering with minimum 50% marks. Candidates with a master’s degree in Geography, Economics, Sociology, Geoinformatics, Statistics, or Public Administration also qualify. For reserved category candidates, the minimum aggregate is 45%. Final year students may apply and must complete their degree before the program commences.
Ques. Can a GATE-qualified candidate apply for M.Plan at NICMAR Pune?
Ans. Yes, NICMAR Pune accepts GATE scores in Architecture and Planning or Civil Engineering as an alternative to PG-NCAT for M.Plan admission. Candidates with a valid GATE score in these disciplines can use it in place of the PG-NCAT aptitude test. The Group Discussion and Personal Interview remain mandatory for all applicants. If a candidate appears for both PG-NCAT and GATE, the best score among the two is considered for the final merit list.
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Plan Urban Planning at NICMAR Pune?
Ans. The total fee for M.Plan Urban Planning at NICMAR Pune for the 2026 batch is INR 6,60,000. This covers INR 5,65,600 tuition fee and INR 84,400 development fee across four semesters, plus a refundable security deposit of INR 10,000. Fee is paid in four installments, one at the start of each semester. The first installment of INR 1,72,500 includes the security deposit. Hostel charges of INR 6,000 to INR 7,200 per month are billed separately.
Ques. What career options are available for M.Plan Urban Planning graduates from NICMAR?
Ans. M.Plan Urban Planning graduates from NICMAR Pune work in three sectors. In the public sector, they join government planning agencies, metropolitan development authorities, and urban local bodies. In the private sector, they work with infrastructure consultancies, real estate developers, and management consulting firms. In the research and education sector, they work with development banks, think tanks, and universities. The ITPI-approved qualification gives them eligibility to practice as town planners in India.
Ques. What makes NICMAR’s M.Plan different from other urban planning programs in India?
Ans. NICMAR’s M.Plan Urban Planning is the only planning program offered by an institution that combines construction management expertise with planning education. The curriculum integrates project finance, real estate development, and construction management with core planning subjects, which is uncommon in standalone planning schools. The program is ITPI-approved, includes an 8-week mandatory professional internship, and provides hands-on training in GIS, spatial analysis, and remote sensing tools used by planning professionals in India and abroad.