Overview

Official Name: Mahatma Education Society's Pillai's College of Architecture (MES Pillai's College of Architecture)
Type: Private, Affiliated
Established: 2006
Location: New Panvel, Raigad District, Maharashtra, India
Campus: Single campus at New Panvel
Approvals & Accreditations: Approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Council of Architecture (COA), recognized under Government of Maharashtra & affiliated to the University of Mumbai.
NAAC Accreditation: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
Official Website: https://www.mespna.ac.in/architecture

Quick Facts

• Founder: Hon. Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai
• Principal: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Student Count: Approx. 300 (Architecture Dept) [Approximate; official numbers not published]
• Departments/Faculty: Architecture (single faculty), approx. 25 faculty members
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-022-27432931 / +91-022-27432932; Email: info@mespna.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: Not available
• NIRF Rank: Not listed in NIRF Architecture rankings as of 2024

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Architecture
• Popular Programs:
  • Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) – 5 years, regular mode, full-time
  • Master of Architecture (M.Arch) – Not available/use of official site suggested for updates
• Intake: Approx. 120 seats for B.Arch per year (subject to COA approval)

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Based on merit and entrance exam scores.
• Accepted Entrance Exams: Maharashtra CET (MHT-CET) for Architecture, JEE Main Paper 2 (Architecture), NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture)
• Typical Timeline: Application open April–June; counseling July–August
• Admission Page Link: https://www.mespna.ac.in/admissions
• Apply Steps:
  1. Visit the official MES PNA admissions portal.
  2. Fill out the online application form and upload required documents.
  3. Submit application fees online.
  4. Appear for entrance tests or submit exam scores (NATA/JEE Paper 2/MHT-CET).
  5. Participate in counseling as per Maharashtra state CET rules.

Eligibility

• B.Arch: 10+2 with Mathematics or equivalent with minimum 50% marks;
• Qualifying score in NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 or MHT-CET;
• Minimum age: 17 years on or before 31st December of admission year;
• Required documents: Mark sheets, entrance scorecard, domicile, ID proof, passport-sized photos.

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (B.Arch): Tuition fee approx. INR 1,50,000 to 2,00,000 per annum;
  Hostel and exam fees extra as per campus facilities.
• Scholarships: Available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS via Maharashtra Govt & Central Govt schemes;
  Merit-based scholarships provided by MES (check official site for updates): Scholarships

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Approx. 70% students placed (varies annually)
• Average Salary: INR 3.5 to 5 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Architecture and design firms including HCP Design, Morphogenesis, CP Kukreja Associates
• Placement Cell: Contact via MES Placement Cell
• Internships: Compulsory as part of curriculum with reputed architecture firms

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls;
• Mess: On-campus dining facilities;
• Sports: Facilities for cricket, basketball, table tennis;
• Labs: Model making, computer-aided design (CAD), material testing labs;
• Library: Extensive architecture books, journals, digital resources;
• Healthcare: On-campus medical facilities and tie-ups with local hospitals;
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide Wi-Fi, shuttle buses to Panvel railway station;
• Clubs/Fests: Cultural and architectural clubs, annual fest “Spandan”

Faculty & Research

• Experienced faculty in architecture with focus on sustainable design;
• Research centres: Not separately listed on official sources as of 2024-06-01;
• MoUs with architecture firms and software providers (Autodesk)

Rankings

• NIRF: Not ranked under Architecture category (2024)
• NAAC: Accreditation status not available publicly
• India Today/Outlook: Not available

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Published via University of Mumbai & Maharashtra State CET authority portals
• Cut-offs (B.Arch category-wise): Typically 70+ percentile in NATA or MHT-CET
• University of Mumbai Official
• Maharashtra CET Official

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (~50 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Panvel Railway Station (Connected to Mumbai and Navi Mumbai)
• Local Transit: Bus and auto-rickshaws available from Panvel station to college campus

FAQs

Q1: What entrance exams are accepted for B.Arch admission?

A1: NATA, JEE Main Paper 2, and Maharashtra MHT-CET Architecture paper are accepted.

Q2: What is the duration of the Bachelor of Architecture program?

A2: The B.Arch degree is a 5-year full-time program approved by COA.

Q3: Are there hostel facilities for students?

A3: Yes, separate hostels with mess facilities are available for male and female students.

Q4: How can I apply for scholarships?

A4: Scholarships are available through Maharashtra government schemes and MES merit-based programs. Application details are on the official site.

Q5: Does the college provide placement assistance?

A5: Yes, MES Pillai's College has an active placement cell that facilitates internships and job placements with reputed firms.

Q6: What is the typical cutoff percentile for admission?

A6: Generally, a percentile above 70 in NATA or MHT-CET is required, but it varies annually.

Q7: Is the fee structure fixed or subject to change?

A7: Fees are indicative and may vary each academic year as per government and university regulations.

Q8: Is NAAC accreditation available for the architecture department?

A8: NAAC accreditation specific to the architecture department is not publicly available.

Q9: Can I apply offline for admission?

A9: Online application is preferred, but offline forms may be available at the admission office during the application period.

Q10: Who is the founder of Mahatma Education Society?

A10: Hon. Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai is the founder of Mahatma Education Society.