Master of Architecture [M.Arch.] (Urban Development)
About Master of Architecture [M.Arch.] (Urban Development)
The M.Arch (Urban Development) programme at OmDayal Group of Institutions (OGI), Uluberia, Howrah, is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree in Architecture affiliated to MAKAUT (Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology) and approved by AICTE and the Council of Architecture (COA), with an intake of 20 seats. The programme focuses on urban design, housing policies, infrastructure planning, environmental sustainability, and advanced architectural practice. Admission is based on B.Arch qualification through MAKAUT PG counselling or institutional direct admission. Total institutional fees are INR 1,96,000.
M.Arch 2026-27 admission at OGI is expected through MAKAUT PG centralised counselling or institutional direct merit admission based on B.Arch qualifying marks. Interested candidates should contact the OGI admissions office for the current academic year schedule.
Key Points
- OGI Howrah’s M.Arch (Urban Development) is a two-year, 20-seat postgraduate programme affiliated to MAKAUT and approved by AICTE and COA, focused on urban design, housing policies, and sustainable architecture.
- Admission is based on B.Arch qualification through MAKAUT PG counselling or institutional direct merit admission; eligibility requires a B.Arch from a COA-recognised institution.
OGI M.Arch Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per Semester) | INR 42,000 |
| Library Fee (per Semester) | INR 1,500 |
| Development Fee (per Semester) | INR 2,000 |
| Student Activity Fee (per Semester) | INR 1,000 |
| Admission Fee (one-time, Year I) | INR 5,000 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable, one-time) | INR 5,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years / 4 Semesters) | INR 1,96,000 |
- Total institutional fees for the two-year M.Arch (Urban Development) programme are INR 1,96,000, including a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000.
- Year I total (Semesters I and II) is INR 1,03,000, which includes the one-time admission fee (INR 5,000) and caution deposit (INR 5,000); Year II total (Semesters III and IV) is INR 93,000.
- MAKAUT university registration, development, and examination fees are charged separately by the university and are not included above.
OGI M.Arch Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MAKAUT PG Admission (Expected) | June to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence (Expected) | August to September 2026 |
- M.Arch (Urban Development) admission at OGI follows MAKAUT PG counselling guidelines or institutional direct merit admission based on B.Arch marks.
- Candidates must contact the OGI admissions office for the 2026-27 M.Arch admission schedule, seat availability, and counselling dates.
- Documents required: B.Arch degree certificate and mark sheets, COA registration certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and passport-size photographs.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree from a Council of Architecture (COA) recognised institution.
- The B.Arch degree must be from a MAKAUT-affiliated or equivalent recognised university; minimum qualifying marks as per MAKAUT PG norms.
Admission Process
- Complete the B.Arch degree from a COA-recognised institution and ensure mark sheets and degree certificate are available for counselling.
- Register on the MAKAUT portal for PG admission or apply directly to OGI for the M.Arch (Urban Development) programme.
- Submit the application to OGI, Uluberia, Howrah, along with academic documents, and attend the institutional admission/counselling process.
- Receive admission offer letter, pay Year I fee (INR 1,03,000) at the OGI accounts office, and obtain the student identity card.
OGI M.Arch Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| OmDayal Viswakarma Scholarship | Merit-based fee waiver (percentage varies) | 1st-year students based on qualifying marks and family income |
| Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM) | As per WB government norms | West Bengal domicile students; svmcm.wbhed.gov.in |
| Aikyashree Scholarship (WB Minority) | As per WB government norms | Minority community students in West Bengal; wbmdfcscholarship.org |
| OASIS Scholarship (WB SC/ST/OBC) | As per WB government norms | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in West Bengal; oasis.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per central government norms | Various categories; scholarships.gov.in after admission |
- West Bengal government scholarships (SVMCM, Aikyashree, OASIS) are applied for after admission through their respective government portals.
- The OmDayal institutional scholarship is awarded based on merit and family income; apply at the OGI admissions office after joining.
OGI M.Arch FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Arch at OmDayal Group of Institutions?
Ans. The total institutional fee for the two-year M.Arch (Urban Development) programme at OmDayal Group of Institutions is INR 1,96,000 (Year I: INR 1,03,000 including one-time charges; Year II: INR 93,000), inclusive of a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000. MAKAUT university fees are additional.
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Arch at OGI Howrah?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree from a Council of Architecture recognised institution. Admission is through MAKAUT PG counselling or institutional direct merit-based admission.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for M.Arch at OGI?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for M.Arch (Urban Development) admission at OGI. Admission is based on B.Arch qualifying marks through MAKAUT PG counselling or direct institutional merit-based admission. Candidates should confirm current norms with the OGI admissions office.
Ques. How many seats are available in M.Arch at OGI?
Ans. The M.Arch (Urban Development) programme at OmDayal Group of Institutions has an intake of 20 seats, approved by AICTE and COA.
Ques. What are the career options after M.Arch from OGI?
Ans. M.Arch (Urban Development) graduates can pursue careers as urban designers, housing policy consultants, infrastructure planners, sustainable design specialists, and urban redevelopment project managers with government urban bodies, municipal corporations, real estate firms, and international development organisations. Further study options include Ph.D. in Architecture or Urban Planning.
Ques. Does OGI offer scholarships for M.Arch students?
Ans. Yes, M.Arch students at OGI can avail the OmDayal Viswakarma Scholarship (merit-based) and West Bengal government scholarships including SVMCM, Aikyashree, and OASIS, as well as central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).