The Department of Planning undertakes academic, consultancy and advocacy projects and assignments from all over India. As part of every semester planning and design studio / lab, the Department aligns with various municipalities and/or regional development authorities across India and undertakes real-life projects that culminate in preparation of City or Zonal Development Plans, Mobility Plans, Environmental Management Plans, Regional Plans, etc., which is shared with the local administrations.

The Department of Planning also undertakes institutional consultancy projects, leading to client specific planning projects and has over 6 projects completed/ongoing. The Department under SPAV also serves as advocacy and advisor to Government of Andhra Pradesh and Government of India for proposals, evaluation and monitoring of development projects.