B.Arch Admission 2026: Registration, Qualification, Selection Process

Updated on May 30, 2025 10:31 IST
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Designing and planning building or other physical structures is the main duty of an architecture. BArch admission is based on both the entrance and Class 12 scores. Candidates who are interested in planning and building or other physical structure. Candidates should pass Class 12 with 50% to be eligbile. Exams are NATA, JEE Main Paper 2, etc. Popular colleges are JMI, IIT Roorkee, etc. The fee can range around approx. INR 2 Lakh to INR 5 Lakh.

B.Arch Eligibility

Candidates should know that eligibility can be different according to the courses. This is why they should check it. Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below:

Best B.Arch Colleges Eligibility

Candidates can see the table below:

College/University

Course Name

Eligibility Criteria

IIT Roorkee B.Arch

10+2 with a minimum of 75% marks

Exam Accepted: JEE Advanced, AAT

IIT Kharagpur B.Arch

10+2 with a minimum of 75% marks

Exam Accepted: JEE Main, JEE Advanced

SPA Delhi B.Arch

10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks

Exam Accepted: JEE Main

NIT Calicut B.Arch

10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks

Exam Accepted: JEE Main, DASA UG

CEPT University B.Arch

10+2 with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST); must qualify for SLAT

General BArch Eligibility

Candidates can see the table below:

Particulars

Details

B Arch Academic Qualifications Criteria

Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects

OR

Class 10+3-year Diploma with Mathematics as a compulsory subject

B Arch Marks Criteria

50% marks in aggregate

B Arch Age Criteria

No age limit

B Arch Year of Completion Criteria

JEE Main: Those appearing for the qualifying exam in the present year or who have passed the exam in the previous year or two years ago.
NATA: No such criteria.

BArch Admission Process

Candidates can see the process below:

Through JEE:

  • Make sure you meet the eligibility
  • Apply for JEE Mains online by flling form
  • Take entrance exam
  • Wait for the merit list and result
  • If selected, attend the counselling session
  • Get the documents verified and pay the fee to secure the seat

Through NATA:

  • Make sure you meet the eligibility
  • Apply for NATA online by flling form
  • Take entrance exam
  • Wait for the merit list and result
  • If selected, attend the counselling session
  • Get the documents verified and pay the fee to secure the seat

BArch Exams

Candidates can see the table below:

B Arch Entrance Exams

BArch Exam Dates

BArch Exam Schedule

CUCET 2026

April, 2026 (Tentative)

CUCET Exam Date 2026

NATA 2026

Apr ' 26 - May ' 26 (Tentative)

NATA Exam Date 2026

CUET 2025

08 May ' 25 - 01 Jun ' 25

CUET Exam Date 2025

JEE MAIN 2026

JEE Main 2025 Exam Date Session 1 - Paper 1: Jan '26 (Tentative)

JEE Main 2025 Exam Date Session 2: Apr '26 (Tentative)

JEE Main Exam Date 2026 

BArch Exam Syllabus

Candidates can see the table below:

Entrance Exam

Syllabus Details

NATA Syllabus

The syllabus for NATA consists of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Aesthetic Sensitivity, Colour Theory, Language and Interpretation, Visual Perception and Cognition, Lateral Thinking and Logical Reasoning, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Graphics and Imagery. 

JEE Main Syllabus

JEE Main Syllabus includes three subjects- Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Physics consists of theory as well as practical components. Chemistry consists of Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Mathematics consists of topics from Class 11th and 12th.

AAT Syllabus

After clearing JEE Advanced, candidates must prepare for various other topics to clear AAT such as Freehand drawing, Geometrical drawing, Three-dimensional perception, Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity, and Architectural Awareness.

BArch Tips

Candidates can check the preparation tips for the exams:

  • Know about the syllabus of the exam
  • Practice from resources
  • Access study materials
  • Learn how to manage time

BArch Colleges

Candidates can see the colleges below:

Top Architecture Colleges in India 2025 Accepting NATA

Top Architecture Colleges in India 2025 Accepting JEE Main

Best BArch Colleges

Candidates can see the list of popular colleges below:

Best BArch Colleges - Govt

Candidates can see the table below:

BArch Government College

BArch Government College Fees

IIT Roorkee - Indian Institute of Technology Admission

10 Lakh

NIT Calicut - National Institute of Technology Admission

6.25 Lakh

SPA Delhi - School of Planning and Architecture Admission

2.7 Lakh

IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology Admission

10 Lakh

NIT Trichy - National Institute of Technology Admission

6.25 Lakh

Best BArch Colleges - Pvt

Candidates can see the table below:

BArch Private College

BArch Private College Fees

CEPT University Admission

17.44 Lakh

Chandigarh University (CU) Admission

10.54 Lakh

SRM Institute of Science and Technology Admission

13.75 Lakh

LPU - Lovely Professional University Admission

12 Lakh

Birla Institute of Technology Admission

17.3 Lakh

BArch Placement

Candidates can see the table below:

B Arch College Name

Average Package (in INR)

Symbiosis School of Planning, Architecture and Design, Symbiosis International

12.5 LPA

ITM University

10.5 LPA

KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

10.2 LPA

Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences

9.3 LPA

DIT University - Admission Office

7.5 LPA

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

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Top Ranked Colleges by Location

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Median package recorded during Jadavpur University BArch placements 2025 was 6.5 LPA.

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Manashjyoti Piplani

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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology BArch admissions are entrance-based. To apply, candidates must pass Class 12 examination with 50% in relevant subjects from a recognised board. Candidates are shortlisted for the BArch programme based on entrance scores in SAEEE, followed by counselling

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There are several reasons to choose Sir J.J College of Architecture for B.Arch course:

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Jagriti Pruthi

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NATA is one of the accepting exams for admission in BArch at Sister Nivedita University. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants can also get admission in BArch based on their JEE Main paper-2 scores. Aspirants must also meet eligibility i.e. Class 12 with PCM with at least 50% aggregate for admiss

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Nishtha Shukla

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Yes, Mathematics is compulsory. Students must have completed their Class 12 from a recognised board with Mathematics as a compulsory subject and must have scored at least 50% marks in their qualifying exam. 

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Tasbiya Khan

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After completing the BArch course from Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design, students can choose so many career options. The career options available for Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design BArch graduates are listed below:

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Anjali Sharma

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While completing the application form of the Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design for the BArch course, students are required to submit some documents. Applicants should keep these documents handy while form filling. The documents are listed below:

  • Class 12 marksheet
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Anjali Sharma

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The admission to the BArch course at Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design is based on entrance. The college accepts JEE Main or NATA exam score to take admission. Students who want to get admission to the course must appear in any of these exams and earn marks as per the cutoff.

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Anjali Sharma

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Students who fulfil the eligibility criteria of the Bach course can apply. The eligibility criteria of the Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design BArch programme is mentioned below:

  • Passed Class 12 with 50% marks with mathematics as compulsory subject from any recognised board or
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Anjali Sharma

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To know which college is good to pursue BArch course between Aditya College of Art, Architecture and Design and Thakur School of Architecture and Planning, students need to compare some components of the same. Candidates can check out the table given below for the comparison:

Particulars

Aditya College of Art, Architecture and Design

Thakur School of Architecture and Planning

Ranking

3.8

4.5

Fees

INR 6.57 lakh

INR 7.32 lakh

Seats

80

120

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Anjali Sharma

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The total seat intake for 2026 at Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design BArch course is 80. Students who are willing to get a seat at the college must apply through the official page. The last date is in September. The seats are allocated depending on marks obtained in accepted entrance ex

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Anjali Sharma

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Students who fulfil the eligibility criteria of the BArch course at Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design can apply. The basic eligibility criteria of the course are passing Class 12 from any recognised board of education with 50% marks. Also, student who have done a three-year Diploma in

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Anjali Sharma

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The exact last date for admission to Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design BArch course is not revealed by the college. Generally, the admission window closes in September. Students wanting to get admission are suggested to apply for the course prior the last date.

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Anjali Sharma

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The application fee for BArch course at Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design is INR 2000. This application amount one time payable. Students who are applying for BArch are required to pay this charge to complete the application form. This should be noted that the application fee can not b

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Anjali Sharma

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The total tuition fee of the Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design BArch course are INR 6.57 Lacs for five years. The total fees of the course are more than this as it includes several other components. Students are required to pay the course fee after completing admission process. The giv

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Anjali Sharma

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The BArch course at Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design is a five-year-long course. It is spread across ten equal semesters. Students have to complete the degree in the given time. The course is offered at the undergraduate level. Admission to the course is entrance-based.

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Anjali Sharma

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Yes, the Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design does offers BArch course at the undergraduate degree level. The course is offered in full-time. BArch course at Aditya College of Art, Architecture, and Design is five years long, divided into ten semesters. Moreover, college also provides a 6

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Anjali Sharma

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NIT Raipur provides a 100% tuition fee waiver for all BArch students in the SC and ST categories. This waiver is given automatically regardless of your family's annual income. You will only have to pay for other charges like the hostel and student activities. There are also additional government sch

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur offers a full tuition fee waiver for BArch students whose family income is below INR 1 lakh. For those earning between INR 1 Lacs and INR 5 lakh, a two-thirds fee waiver is provided. You just need to submit a valid income certificate to get these benefits. 

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur rewards its top-performing BArch students with several merit-cum-means scholarships. These awards are based on your academic results and your involvement in college activities. Some are funded by the college, while others come from generous alumni and private trusts. 

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur attracts top architectural firms, real estate giants, and construction companies for its BArch placements. You might find roles in urban planning, interior design, or project management. Companies like L&T and various international design studios often look for talent here. Some graduates

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur has a dedicated placement cell that works hard to bring companies to the campus for BArch students. They organize training sessions to help you improve your interview and portfolio skills. Since your portfolio is your most important tool, the faculty gives you extra help to perfect it. 

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur charges about INR 62,500 per semester as tuition fees for BArch students in the general category. There are some other small fees for the library, exams, and campus facilities added to this. The total annual cost is very affordable compared to any private design institute. Fees are usuall

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur is very clear about its BArch fee structure, and there are no surprise costs during the year. You only pay the amounts mentioned in the official fee brochure released by the college. However, as an architecture student, you should plan for some costs for drawing tools and project material

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur offers hostel accommodation for BArch students at a very reasonable rate of around INR 30,000 per year. The mess fee for your daily meals is extra and usually costs about INR 3,000 per month. Living on campus is very convenient as the design studios are just a short walk away.

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur has a strong record of placing its BArch graduates in top architectural and construction firms. While many architecture students start their own practice, the campus offers great job options. The median salary here is quite competitive compared to other national institutes. You will find

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur maintains a BArch fee structure that is very similar to other top NITs in India. The costs are much lower than private design schools while offering better facilities. You get the benefit of government-subsidized education with a very high value. This makes it a smart choice for families

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Rashmi Karan

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NIT Raipur typically starts its new BArch academic session in the second week of August. Before the regular classes begin, there is usually an orientation programme for all freshers. This helps you get settled into your hostel and meet your new classmates.

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NIT Raipur aspirants must complete their college choice filling on the JoSAA portal by mid-June. You usually have about ten days to list your preferences after the results are out. This is a very critical time where you must be careful with your selections. Once the deadline passes, your choices are

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