School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) Vijayawada is a premier educational institution located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, SPA Vijayawada has rapidly emerged as a leading center for architectural education and research in India. It is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and is one of the three Schools of Planning and Architecture established by the Government to foster excellence in the field of architecture and planning.
The institute is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi, and is affiliated with the Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU), Hyderabad. Its mission is to nurture creative, skilled, and socially responsible professionals who can contribute to sustainable built environments through innovation and research.
SPA Vijayawada's infrastructure includes well-planned academic blocks, design studios, seminar halls, computer labs with the latest architectural software, and a central library housing a rich collection of books, journals, and digital resources in architecture and planning. The campus is designed to provide an environment that encourages creativity, learning, and interaction among students and faculty.
The faculty comprises experienced architects and planners with strong academic and professional backgrounds. They engage students in workshops, seminars, and projects that provide practical exposure to real-world challenges in urban development, building design, and environmental planning. SPA Vijayawada also emphasizes research and community outreach as core components of its educational philosophy.