School of Planning & Architecture: Vijayawada vs National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
Key facts, side by side
School of Planning & Architecture: Vijayawada
- Last closing rank (General)
- 566
National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
- NIRF rank
- #13
- Think Grads Rating
- 4.7/5
- Last closing rank (General)
- 550
Side by side, from official records
| School of Planning & Architecture: Vijayawada | National Institute of Technology, Rourkela | |
|---|---|---|
| Last closing rank (General) | 566 | 550 |
Each number links to the college page section that shows its official source.
Admission and cutoffs
Both colleges admit students through JEE Main, with counselling through CSAB and JoSAA. For Architecture, SPAV's General closing rank in round 2 of CSAB 2026 was 522, and in round 6 of JoSAA 2025 it was 566. NIT's General closing rank for Architecture in round 2 of CSAB 2026 was 698 under the OS quota, and in round 6 of JoSAA 2025 it was 550 under the OS quota.
For Computer Science and Engineering, NIT's General closing rank in round 6 of JoSAA 2025 was 3,431 under the OS quota. Planning is offered at SPAV, where the General closing rank in round 6 of JoSAA 2025 was 825. You should check the quota and category that apply to you before you use these figures.
Approvals, accreditation and rankings
Neither SPAV nor NIT is recognised by the UGC according to the records held for this comparison, and both carry a NAAC status of not accredited. The approval status of both colleges is listed as unknown, and neither appears on the fake-institution list.
NIT is ranked 13th by NIRF in the engineering category for 2025. NIT also carries a Think Grads Rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 4 of 6 factors. SPAV has no NIRF rank or Think Grads Rating in the information available here.
Campus and location
SPAV is an institution of type college that offers architecture and engineering streams, with 2 programmes. NIT is also an institution of type college, offering architecture, arts, engineering, management and science streams across 43 programmes. The campus location and established year for both colleges are not included in the information for this comparison, so you should confirm them on the official websites before you decide.
Which one suits you
SPAV suits students who want a focused set of architecture and planning programmes, with Architecture and Planning as its two undergraduate courses. Its General closing ranks for Architecture and Planning in JoSAA 2025 round 6 were 566 and 825.
NIT suits students who want a wider range of programmes across engineering, architecture, science and management, with 43 programmes offered. Its Think Grads Rating of 4.7 out of 5 and NIRF engineering rank of 13 may appeal to those who weigh rankings.
Frequently asked questions
Which exams do SPAV and NIT accept for admission?
Both colleges admit students through JEE Main, with counselling through CSAB and JoSAA. You should check the counselling round that matches your rank before applying.
What were the General closing ranks for Architecture at both colleges?
SPAV's General closing rank for Architecture was 522 in CSAB round 2 of 2026 and 566 in JoSAA round 6 of 2025. NIT's General closing rank for Architecture under the OS quota was 698 in CSAB round 2 of 2026 and 550 in JoSAA round 6 of 2025.
Which programmes does each college offer?
SPAV offers Architecture and Planning as undergraduate programmes. NIT offers 43 programmes across several streams, including B.Tech, Architecture and Artificial Intelligence.
What is the total cost of the programme at NIT?
For the Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) Visvesvaraya Scheme at NIT, the total general cost for the 2026 academic year is Rs. 500, which is the application fee. The fee for SPAV programmes is not included in the information for this comparison.
How do the two colleges compare on rankings?
NIT is ranked 13th by NIRF in the engineering category for 2025 and holds a Think Grads Rating of 4.7 out of 5. SPAV has no NIRF rank or Think Grads Rating in the information for this comparison.
Are both colleges recognised by the UGC?
Neither SPAV nor NIT is listed as UGC recognised, and both carry a NAAC status of not accredited. Check the official approval listings before you take a decision.