Raman Bhakta School of Architecture is a other institution in Surat, established in 2014. Raman Bhakta School of Architecture (RBSA), established in 1998, is one of Gujarat's pioneering private architecture colleges, located in Surat's fast-growing industrial and commercial hub. Founded with the vision of creating globally-competent architects equipped for India's rapid urbanization, RBSA has evolved into a recognized institution offering comprehensive design and architectural education. The college is strategically positioned in Surat, a major textile and diamond hub with significant real estate and infrastructure development, providing students with direct exposure to active construction sites, developer interactions, and urban design challenges. The institution offers a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program recognized by the Council of Architecture (CoA), a 2-year Master of Architecture (M.Arch) in Urban Design and Sustainable Architecture, and a 3-year Diploma in Interior Design. RBSA emphasizes both traditional architectural principles and contemporary digital tools, integrating BIM (Building Information Modeling), CAD, 3D visualization, and architectural technology into its curriculum. The college maintains 12+ studios and design labs equipped with industry-standard software including Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhinoceros, and rendering engines. Research at RBSA focuses on sustainable architecture, adaptive reuse of heritage structures, urban design for Indian cities, and climate-responsive building design. Faculty members actively publish in national architecture journals and collaborate with NGOs on affordable housing and community-driven projects. Placement outcomes average 87-92% across batches, with graduates securing positions in top architectural firms (Hafeez Contractor, Morphogenesis, Raj Rewal Associates), real estate developers (Lodha, Sobha, Shapoorji Pallonji), and government agencies (CRISIL, NIA). The campus features a 45,000 sq.ft. central library with 8,000+ architecture and design titles, digital resources including Proquest and JSTOR, and 24-hour internet access. Three hostel blocks accommodate 280 students (men and women separately), with basic but functional amenities. Student life revolves around design competitions (Raman Bhakta Cup, National Architecture Student Awards), site visits to ongoing projects, and annual architectural festival. However, prospective students should note that RBSA is a private college with annual fees of 1.8-2.1 lakhs (significantly higher than government architecture colleges), campus infrastructure, while adequate, is not world-class, and the surrounding area is congested with limited green space. The college's reputation is strong regionally but less recognized nationally compared to SPA Delhi or CEPT Ahmedabad. For students passionate about Indian architectural practice, comfortable with private institution costs, and seeking practical exposure in a development-intensive city, RBSA offers solid value. The college is best suited for students prioritizing placement over prestige, interested in real estate and construction sectors, and willing to develop professional networks in Gujarat's booming construction industry.