Sir JJ College of Architecture Mumbai
About
India's oldest and most prestigious architecture school, known for its stunning Victorian building and producing some of India's finest architects. The campus itself is an architectural masterpiece.
Basic Information
Timings
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Education
How to Reach
Walk from CST or Grant Road station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Grant Road (1.5 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Sandhurst Road (0.9 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Sir JJ College of Architecture
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Sir JJ College of Architecture
History
Established in 1913 as part of the Sir JJ School of Art complex, the architecture department became a separate college in 1926. Named after Sir Jamsetjee Jeejeebhoy, the philanthropist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Education
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The college campus features Victorian Gothic architecture
Charles Correa and Hafeez Contractor are famous alumni
Student exhibitions are open to the public during festivals
The annual student exhibition is a must-visit
The campus is adjacent to JJ School of Art
Photography allowed in common areas
Nearby Attractions
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Null Bazaar
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Sir J.J. School of Art
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Xavier's Institute of Management & Research (XIMR)
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Grant Medical College & JJ Hospital Heritage Campus
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Chor Bazaar (Thieves Market)
Shopping
Mumbai Port Trust Garden (Jijamata Udyan Annexe)
Nature
Film Heritage Foundation
Cultural
Pandita Ramabai Heritage Trail
Heritage
Mumbai Heritage Tramway (BEST Museum)
Museum
Chor Bazaar (Thieves' Market), Mutton Street
Market