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Piloo Mody College of Architecture

ABIT Group of Institutions 11/1/A CDA Area, Sector 1, Cuttack, Odisha 753014, Cuttack, Odisha, India, 753014

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About the Institute

Piloo Mody College of Architecture (PMCA), established in 1993 in Cuttack, Odisha, is a premier institution dedicated to architectural education in Eastern India. Named after the renowned architect and parliamentarian Piloo Mody, the college was founded by Ar. K.B. Mohapatra with a vision to impart quality architectural education. PMCA is affiliated with the Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Rourkela, and is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi. The institution is also accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a 'B' grade .

🎓 Academic Programs

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

  • Duration: 5 years

  • Eligibility: Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate, or 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics as a compulsory subject and 50% marks in aggregate.

  • Entrance Exams Accepted: National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) or JEE Main Paper-II .

Master of Architecture (M.Arch)

  • Duration: 2 years

  • Eligibility: Candidates should have a B.Arch degree with at least 50% marks.

  • Entrance Exams Accepted: GATE or PGAT Odisha 

🏫 Campus and Facilities

PMCA's campus is strategically located in Sector 1, C.D.A, Cuttack, adjacent to the Kathajodi River, providing a serene environment conducive to learning. The campus spans approximately 10 acres and includes:

  • Academic Infrastructure: Well-equipped studios, climatology lab, building material lab, construction yard, Auto-CAD lab, and survey lab.

  • Library: A well-stocked library with access to DELNET (Digital Library).

  • Recreational Facilities: Basketball court, tennis court, and open fields for outdoor games.

  • Other Amenities: Hostels for boys and girls, cafeteria, medical room, and banking facilities .

💼 Placements

PMCA has a commendable placement record, with top architectural firms recruiting its graduates. Some of the prominent recruiters include:

  • Agarwal & Agarwal Architects, Kolkata

  • Hafeez Contractor, Mumbai

  • BBVATS, Delhi

  • Chadda & Associates, Ranchi

  • Design Bureau, Delhi

The highest salary package offered is ₹6.5 LPA, with an average package of ₹4.2 LPA 

🌟 Achievements and Accolades

PMCA students have consistently excelled in various national and international competitions:

  • Winners of the Regional Jury Round of Transparence by ETHOS INDIA in 2023.

  • First and second prizes in ARCHUMEN 2023 Regional Round.

  • Awards in "THE GREAT PORTFOLIO" Architecture portfolio competition by ARCHMELLO in 2023.

  • Top positions in ARCHDIAS DESIGN COMPETITION and INSDAG ARCHITECTURE AWARD COMPETITION .

 

Undergraduate/ Bachelors (UG)

Bachelor of Architecture(B.Arch)

  • B.Arch

Postgraduate/ Masters (PG)

Master in Architecture

  • M.Arch