B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture)

B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) is an undergraduate degree in the field of architecture. This five-year full-time programme is a blend of theorical and practical knowledge for students to learn the art of planning, designing and constructing physical structures of various kinds. From ideating to mapping and overseeing the construction, a qualified architect is involved at every stage of any construction project. 

Bachelor of Architecture Highlights in Tabular Form

To become an architect, interested candidates need to have a rational and artistic bent of mind along with problem-solving abilities. The career scope of B.Arch graduates in India is tremendous with the flourshing construction sector. A qualified B.Arch graduate has the option to choose their line of work from a range of areas ranging from consultants to architectural designers.

B.Arch Eligibility and Top Entrance Exams 

To study a full-time B.Arch programme, students must fulfill the eligibility requirements given below:

• Aspirants must have passed their 10+2 examination or equivalent with Mathematics as one of the subjects.
• They must have secured a minimum of 50 per cent marks (45 per cent marks for reserved category) in 10+2 or
• Should have passed 10+3 Diploma (any stream) recognised by Central/state governments with 50 per cent  aggregate marks or
• Should have completed their International Baccalaureate Diploma, after 10 years of schooling, with not less than 50 per cent marks in aggregate and with Mathematics as compulsory subject of examination.

Top entrance exams for B.Arch

The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) and the Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) are two of the most popular B.Arch entrance exams. The former is widely accepted by colleges offering this programmes. The AAT is an entrance exam for admissions to architecture programmes offered by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).  

B.Arch Syllabus

Throughout the 10 semesters of the five-year B.Arch degree, students will be studying the following subjects and topics. Please note that the subjects might vary from college to college.

Advanced Visual Representation	Electrical, HVAC, Fire Safety and Building Automation
Ancient Civilizations	Environmental Sciences
Applied Climatology	Fundamental Architecture Studio
Applied Mathematics	Estimation, Costing & Specifications
Architectural Design Studio: Functionally Complex	High and Late medieval period
Architectural Design Studio: Heritage Context	History of Architecture & Human Settlements
Architectural Design Studio: Housing	History of Architecture & Human Settlements  - Late medieval & early modern architecture
Architectural Design Studio: Residential	Interior Architecture & Space Programming
Architectural Design Studio: Rural Context	Introduction to Landscape Design
Architectural Design Studio: Urban Context	Introduction to Structures
Architectural Design Thesis	Introduction to Urban Design
Architecture and Urbanism in Asia	Landforms Survey & Analysis
Behavioural Architecture	Lighting, Ventilation & Acoustics
Building Economics	Modern and Post-Modern Era
Building Materials and Construction	Professional Practice
Buildings	RCC Structures
Classical & early Medieval period	Steel Structures
Computer Simulation & Modelling	Structural Analysis
Construction Project Management	Structural Mechanics
Design Communication	Theory of Architecture
Disaster Resilient Buildings	Visual Representation
Water Supply & Sanitation

Also, B.Arch students will also have the option to choose skill and theory based electives and attend workshops.

B.Arch Jobs, Salary and Top Recruiters 

Many architects start out as consultants with a regular monthly payout of Rs 2-4 lakh per annum. The salary varies depending on the skill set of the applicant. Here are job profiles and average salary once can expect after completing a B.Arch programme.

Job Profiles	Average Salary (in Rs lakh)
Project Architect	5
Architecture Designer	6
Principal Architect	18.50
Interior Designer	4
Assistant Professor	6
Senior Interior Designer	7.50
Senior Project Architect	10
Project Manager	9.50
Design Manager	10
Interior Architect	5.50
Urban Planner	5.50
Senior Principal Architect	19.40
Landscape Architect	5
Design Architect	4

B.Arch: Top Companies & Recruiters

From academic institute to construction companies, B.Arch graduates have plethora of lucrative opportunities to choose from. Some of the top companies recruiting B.Arch graduates are:

Architect Hafeez Contractor	Gaursons India
Dar Al Handasah	C P Kukreja Associates
RSP Architects Ltd	Oscar & Ponni Architects
Arcop	Kembhavi Architecture Foundation
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Ltd.	Shilpa Architects
DLF	Christopher Charles Benninger Architects
Raj Rewal Associates	Somaya & Kalappa Consultants

 

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