NIT Patna | Five-Day Hybrid Workshop 2026 | Sustainable Planning and Design: Macro to Micro
Overview
About the Organization
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Patna is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Originating from the Pleaders' Survey Training School established in 1886, the institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Science, Technology, and Humanities. The Department of Architecture and Planning, established in 1979, is the first institution to introduce architectural education in Bihar and offers B.Arch., M.Arch., MURP, and Ph.D. programmes.
About the Workshop
The workshop "Sustainable Planning and Design: Macro to Micro" is an interdisciplinary programme focusing on sustainability from macro urban planning to micro architectural design.
The programme covers:
- Sustainable Urban Planning
- Neighbourhood Planning
- Urban Equity
- Development Regulations
- Climate Resilience
- Vernacular Architecture
- Digital Planning Tools
- Simulation & Optimization
- Research Methodology
- Sustainable Design Strategies
Participants will gain practical insights into how planning policies, technology, and design approaches contribute to sustainable development.
How to Apply
- Visit the official registration form.
- Complete the online registration.
- Submit the required details.
- Attend the workshop as per the scheduled mode (Hybrid).
Who Can Apply
- Postgraduate Students
- Doctoral Scholars
- Researchers
- Faculty Members
- Architects
- Urban Planners
- Professionals from multidisciplinary domains
Why Apply
- Learn sustainable planning practices from renowned experts.
- Gain exposure to climate-resilient urban planning.
- Understand simulation and optimization techniques.
- Learn research methodology and digital planning tools.
- Explore career opportunities after postgraduate and doctoral studies.
- Interact with national and international resource persons.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Workshop Dates | 13–17 July 2026 |
| Mode | Hybrid |
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Brochure URL
https://nitp-database-s3.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/1783489011340-b4a26866c2986b6a.pdf
Day-wise Schedule
Day 1
Day 1 – 13 July 2026 (In-Person)
Day 3
What Makes a Sustainable Neighbourhood? Exploring the What, Why and How
Day 4
Advanced Digital Tools and Research Methodology
Day 6
Day 2 – 14 July 2026 (In-Person)
Day 8
Simulation and Optimisation: Results and Analysis
Day 9
Walking the City: Comparing Sustainability, Equity and Quality of Life across Neighbourhoods
Day 11
Day 3 – 15 July 2026 (In-Person)
Day 13
Vernacular and Hill Architecture in Sustainable Development
Day 14
Development Regulations for Sustainable Planning and Design
Day 16
Day 4 – 16 July 2026 (In-Person)
Day 18
Evaluation and Reflection: Approaches to Critical Analysis
Day 19
Career Pathways after Postgraduate and Doctoral Studies
Day 21
Day 5 – 17 July 2026 (Online)
Day 23
Climate Resilience and Disaster-Sensitive Urban Planning
Day 24
Concluding Session and Participant Feedback
Learning Outcomes
- Understand sustainable planning principles.
- Learn neighbourhood and urban planning approaches.
- Apply climate resilience concepts in planning.
- Gain knowledge of digital planning tools.
- Develop research methodology skills.
- Understand sustainable development regulations.
- Explore career opportunities in planning and architecture.
About the Speaker
Dr. Iasef Md. Rian – Associate Professor, Xi'an Jiaotong Liverpool University, China.
Dr. Ashwani Kumar – Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, NIT Hamirpur.
Dr. Sohail Ahmad – Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor), Town Planning, University of the West of Scotland, UK.
Software Requirements
Stable Internet Connection
Web Browser
Online meeting platform (for virtual sessions)
Certificate Information
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