MIT-WPU’s New Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture: Full Details

MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) has recently launched the Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture in Pune, India, and simultaneously opened admissions for its five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) programme. The programme costs Rs. 3,75,000 per year and is open for graduates with 50% marks. Students can apply till 18th July 2026. Aspiring architects can now register for the programme by visiting the official admissions portal at admissions.mitwpu.edu.in/barch/, which is designed to redefine architectural education.

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Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture 2026: Key Highlights

The newly established Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture is named after the distinguished Padma Bhushan awardee, Ar. Hafeez Contractor. Recognized for his monumental contributions to transforming India’s urban skyline over four decades, Ar. Hafeez Contractor’s legacy serves as the inspiration for the new school.

The initiative aims to redefine architectural education, honour Ar. Hafeez Contractor’s profound impact, and cultivate an industry-aligned, future-focused learning ecosystem. Dr Suman Devadula, Dean of the School of Design, emphasized the significance of this launch.

“The establishment of the Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture is a landmark milestone for MIT-WPU,” stated Dr Suman Devadula. “Hafeez Contractor’s extraordinary contribution to Indian architecture has inspired generations of architects. By associating his name with our School, we aspire to create an ecosystem where innovation, creativity, sustainability and practical learning converge. Our endeavour is to nurture students to be architects designing iconic structures that are resilient, inclusive and sustainable.”

Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture B.Arch. 2026: Programme Overview

The five-year B.Arch. programme at MIT-WPU’s Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture is a CoA-approved professional degree that emphasizes studio-based learning, sustainability, digital design, and industry exposure.

Particulars	Details
Programme	Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
School	Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture, MIT-WPU
Duration	5 years (10 semesters)
Programme Type	Full-time Undergraduate Programme
Approval	Council of Architecture (CoA)
Curriculum	CoA-compliant and aligned with NEP 2020
Teaching Approach	Studio-centric, project-based learning
Key Learning Areas	Architectural Design, BIM, Computational Design, Sustainability, Urban Design, Heritage Conservation
Industry Exposure	Mandatory internship, live projects, site visits, international design studios
Annual Fee	₹3,75,000 (₹3,00,000 per year for the inaugural “Golden Batch” after the ₹75,000 annual scholarship)
Intake	40 students
Admission Basis	JEE (B.Arch.)/NATA score and a 500-word Statement of Purpose (SOP)

MIT-WPU M.Arch. Programme: Traditional Indian Architectural Knowledge Systems

Beyond the undergraduate offering, MIT-WPU also provides a two-year Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) programme titled ‘Masters in Architecture (Traditional Indian Architectural Knowledge Systems)’. This postgraduate course has an intake capacity of 20 students and is duly approved by the Council of Architecture, New Delhi.

MIT-WPU Scholarships 2026 for B.Arch. Students

MIT-WPU offers multiple scholarships for B.Arch. students based on academic merit and sports achievements, with fee waivers of up to 100%, subject to eligibility and continuation criteria.

Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship	JEE (B.Arch.) 95+ or NATA 180+	100% tuition fee waiver for up to 5% of total intake
MIT-WPU Merit Scholarship I	JEE (B.Arch.) 93+ or NATA 160+	50% tuition fee waiver for up to 10% of total intake
MIT-WPU Merit Scholarship II	JEE (B.Arch.) 92+ or NATA 140+	25% tuition fee waiver for up to 12% of total intake
Elite Sportsperson Scholarship	National/International medal winners and eligible sportspersons	20%–100% fee waiver, based on the level of sport and medal won
Scholarship Continuation	Maintain 8.0 CGPA, 80% attendance, and a good disciplinary record	Scholarship remains applicable throughout the programme, subject to eligibility

How to Apply for MIT-WPU B.Arch. 2026

Admissions for the five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) programme at the Hafeez Contractor School of Architecture are currently open. Interested candidates can follow these steps to apply:

Go to the official MIT-WPU admissions website, admissions.mitwpu.edu.in/barch/.
Navigate to the Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) programme section.
Complete the online application form with all required personal and academic details.
Upload necessary documents as specified in the application guidelines.
Pay the application fee through the provided online payment gateway to finalize the submission.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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