Chandigarh — The University Institute of Architecture (UIA) at Chandigarh University has reported that 217 students secured placements in architecture, design and construction-related roles over the past four years, the university said on Wednesday.
Placements rise steadily over four batches
The institute's placement record covers the 2023 to 2026 graduating cohorts. According to the university release, the number of students placed in each year was:
| Batch year | Students placed |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 49 |
| 2025 | 56 |
| 2026 | 60 |
Overall, the institute said the placements reflect a steady rise in graduates entering professional careers, and that UIA has aligned its Bachelor of Architecture programme with increased industry exposure and experiential learning.
Top offers and employer list
The release named a number of established employers who recruited UIA students, spanning architecture, construction, infrastructure, design and allied sectors. These included Tata Consulting Engineers, Shapoorji Pallonji, Mahindra & Mahindra, Stonex, FivD, Intec Infra, Damsun India, The Wave Group, Confluence Consultancy Services, Sanrachna Builders, CtrlS Group of Companies and Gauri Khan Design.
UIA reported a highest annual package of ₹12 lakh. The release cited individual placement examples: Satyabrata Mohanty secured a role as Junior Architect with CtrlS Group of Companies at an annual package of ₹12 lakh; Riya Thakur received an offer from Stonex at ₹9 lakh per annum; and Gantavya joined Intec Infra at ₹7.20 lakh. The release also mentions Shriyanshi Tiwari taking an opportunity with FivD.
Institute approach and industry readiness
According to the university statement, the UIA has integrated industry exposure and experiential learning into its curriculum to meet evolving sector needs. The institute emphasised teaching that combines design thinking with technical competence and practical exposure to increase graduates' employability in the built-environment sector.
- Curriculum alignment: UIA said its Bachelor of Architecture programme incorporates industry interaction and hands-on learning.
- Diverse recruiters: Students were placed across architecture, construction, infrastructure, real estate and design firms.
- Entrepreneurial activity: The release noted that university students have launched five entrepreneurial architecture ventures.
What this means for students and local sector
For prospective students and families, the placement numbers provide a measure of career outcomes from the institute. Employers named are large national and regional players, indicating access to mainstream recruitment channels rather than only smaller local studios. The university's emphasis on experiential learning aligns with an industry trend where practical skills and project experience are often as important as academic credentials.
Within Chandigarh and the wider region, demand for architecture, construction and allied professionals is influenced by ongoing urban development, infrastructure projects and private-sector real estate activity. Institutes that offer industry exposure and portfolio-ready graduates are likely to attract recruiters who seek staff able to contribute on project sites and in design teams from early on.
Details and verification
The placement details were provided by the university via a press release distributed on Wednesday. The figures and employer names in this report are taken from that release. Further verification of individual offers and long-term retention of placed graduates would require follow-up with employers and alumni.
Students and parents seeking more information on course structure, placement support and internship opportunities should consult the university's official communications channels or the UIA's placement office for authoritative, up-to-date guidance.
