CEPT University awarded degrees to 589 graduates at its 20th Annual Convocation. The event also marked the formal launch of an MBA in Real Estate program under the Faculty of Management.
Of the 589 graduates, 392 received postgraduate degrees , 196 undergraduate degrees , and one earned a Doctor of Philosophy. The university also recognized 45 students with University Awards of Proficiency for academic excellence.
Graduates by Faculty
Graduates represented all university faculties. The distribution was:
| Faculty | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Architecture | 213 |
| Design | 95 |
| Management | 10 |
| Planning | 151 |
| Technology | 120 |
New MBA in Real Estate Program
The new MBA in Real Estate program aims to address the demand for skilled professionals in India’s expanding real estate sector. Prof. Barjor Mehta, President of CEPT University, stated the program builds on CEPT’s strengths in architecture, urban planning, design, engineering, and construction management.
The program offers career opportunities for students from diverse undergraduate backgrounds within the built environment sector.
Convocation Ceremony Highlights
Prof. Ashoke Chatterjee, former Executive Director of the National Institute of Design, served as the Chief Guest. Shri Sanjay Lalbhai, Chairman of CEPT University, urged graduates to consider climate urgency and artificial intelligence in their professions. He emphasized resilient, humane, and enduring design choices over disposable construction.
Prof. Chatterjee encouraged graduates to deliver architecture that prioritizes people, place, and collective memory.
Honorary Doctorates Awarded
CEPT University conferred Honorary Doctorates (Honoris Causa) to two distinguished individuals:
- Prof. Rasik J. Shah: Recognized for contributions to structural engineering and education.
- Prof. Vidyadhar K. Phatak: Honored for his impact on urban planning and policy in India over five decades.
About CEPT University
CEPT University focuses on education and research in architecture, planning, design, technology, and urban management. The university aims to develop professionals and deepen knowledge in these fields.
In December 2023 , the Government of India recognized CEPT University as a Centre of Excellence in Urban Planning and Design . This designation includes an endowment of Rs. 250 Crore for research and training over the next 25 years.
Established in 1962 as the School of Architecture, CEPT University operates under the CEPT University Act of 2005. The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research recognizes it as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO).