B.Arch Courses 2026: Top Specialisations, Eligibility, Fees, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

Updated on May 20, 2025 05:58 IST
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What’s new at B Arch? The last date to apply for NATA 2023 has been extended. Candidates can now access the NATA 2023 application form for the second and third tests by May 24 and Jun 27, respectively.

BArch is one of the popular courses selected by students who wish to know more about the foundations of architecture. Various colleges and platforms offer different types of BArch courses to accommodate the needs of every student. Students can choose their choice of BArch courses ranging from the full-time degree, online, part-time, distance and more. Read to know more about BArch Courses.

Types of BArch Courses

There are various types of BArch courses that the students can pursue according to their eligibility and preference. Since BArch is one of the top courses selected by the students, the courses range from full-time, part-time, and distance to online.

Popular BArch Courses

Among the different types of BArch courses, the full-time BArch degree courses are popular since they delve more deeply into the knowledge of the domain. The students are trained with the academic and practical knowledge required to excel in the subject.

BArch Degree Courses

Some of the full-time BArch degree courses and the colleges offering them are listed in the table given below.

Course Name

Colleges

Bachelor of Architecture

IIT Kharagpur

Bachelor of Architecture

IIT Roorkee

Bachelor of Architecture

IIEST, Shibpur

Bachelor of Architecture

NIT Trichy

Bachelor of Architecture

Jamia Millia Islamia

Bachelor of Architecture

MANIT Bhopal

Bachelor of Architecture

Vellore Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Architecture

NIT Rourkela

Bachelor of Architecture

Jadavpur University

Bachelor of Architecture

SRM University

Distance BArch Courses

Distance courses in BArch are very popular among students. Some of the distance courses are given below.

Course Name

College

Bachelor of Architecture

IGNOU

Part-Time/Short-term BArch Courses

Students can also opt to study BArch as a Part-Time/Short-term course. The list of colleges offering Part-Time/Short-term courses is given below.

Course Name

College

Bachelor of Architecture

Jamia Millia Islamia

Online BArch Courses

The list of popular online courses in BArch is given in the table below

Course Name

Platform

The Architectural Imagination

edX

Sustainable Cities

edX

Sustainability in Architecture

edX

Making Architecture

Coursera

Software Design and Architecture

Coursera

Innovation Through Design

Coursera

Table of contents
  • Popular B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Colleges in India
  • Popular B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Popular B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Colleges in India. Learn more about these B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
10 L
10 LPA

#1 NIRF

2 Courses
6.25 L
4.65 LPA

#2 NIRF

10 L
12.32 LPA

#3 NIRF

1 Course
96.63 K
6 LPA

#5 NIRF

1 Course
6.25 L
5.75 LPA

#4 NIRF

2 Courses
22.75 L
4.2

#6 NIRF

Popular Private B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Colleges in India

1 Course
8 L
3.5

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1 Course
12 L
7 LPA

#24 NIRF

B.Arch Applications open. Apply Now

1 Course
13.95 L
3.1

#11 The Week

B.Arch Applications open. Apply Now

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25 L
5.0

B.Arch Applications open. Apply Now

1 Course
11.83 L
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1 Course
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B.Arch Applications open. Apply Now

Popular B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Specializations

Following are the most popular B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).
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Hi Abinaya,

Yes, admission to an MA Yoga course after B.Arch is possible but only in some colleges. 

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The last date to apply for NATA exam is in month of June, 2026. The exact dates are not yet released at official website. Students must make their application early to avoid last minute hassle. For JEE Mains exam, students must make their application at GITAM School of Architecture for BArch course

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Chandeep Singh

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The NATA exam for admissions into BArch at GITAM School of Architecture is held from March till August. Whereas the JEE Mains exam happens twice in year, that is, in January and April. The total marks for JEE Exam is 400. Students must register for the exams they wish to appear. Registration should

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Chandeep Singh

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The accepted exams for the NSHM Knowledge Campus BArch course are NATA and JEE. Students must register for these exams before the last date. They can register on the official website. GITAM School of Architecture only offers admissions through these exams. 

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Chandeep Singh

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Yes, students can visit the GITAM School of Architecture website to make online payment. As per official website, the students who make one year lump sum fee payment, gets 3% discount on total payable amount. The payment can be made through various online modes like debit card, credit card, net bank

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Chandeep Singh

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As per the GITAM School of Architecture website, the total fees are INR 2.9 lacs. But this is subject to change. Students can contact the admissions team for more details. They must make the payment before due date to avoid last minute issues. The fee payment can be made by going on official website

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Chandeep Singh

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Answered a week ago

Yes, GITAM College of Architecture provides scholarships to the students. The students who qualify GITAM Admission Test (GAT) for BArch course admissions, are offered scholarships. Scholarship slabs starts from 40% mark, and goes till 100% (fully-funded course). Students with a valid JEE Mains score

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Chandeep Singh

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After completing the BArch course, students learn combination of different skillsets. They gain technical, creative, sustainable and project management skills after completing the course. GITAM College of Architecture prepares students for various roles, like Architects, Urban Planners, Interior Des

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Chandeep Singh

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The final-year thesis is a crucial part of the entire BArch course at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design. Under the thesis, students can select a design topic of their interest and work on it independently under faculty guidance. This thesis helps students to display their cre

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Rashmi Karan

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Yes, practical training is an essential part of the BArch course at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design. Students are usually required to complete an internship in an architectural firm during their studies. This allows them to observe how projects are handled in real offices,

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Rashmi Karan

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Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design BArch curriculum focuses on architectural design as the core subject. Every semester includes a design studio where students work on real-life projects such as residential, commercial, or institutional buildings. Along with design, students s

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Rashmi Karan

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Rizvi College of Architecture also offers BArch programme in Mumbai. While both Rizvi College of Architecture and Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design provide architecture education, differences lie in infrastructure, studio culture, and placements. Students should consider fact

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Rashmi Karan

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The BArch course fee at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design generally includes tuition fees, development charges, and examination fees. Students should also consider extra costs for drafting tools, model materials, printing, and study tours. Architecture projects often require

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Rashmi Karan

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Yes, the fees for the B.Arch course at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design are higher than those of government colleges. While top government institutions range from INR 50,000 - 100,000 annually, the total BArch fees at Rachana Sansad for 2025-2026 are approximately INR 217,00

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Rashmi Karan

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The B.Arch cutoff at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design changes annually due to fluctuations in the number of applicants, the overall difficulty level of NATA/JEE Main Paper 2, and varying performance levels of students. Other factors include seat availability (aided vs. unaid

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Rashmi Karan

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The cutoff for B.Arch course at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design generally depends on NATA or JEE Paper 2 performance. While exact numbers vary yearly, students must score above the minimum qualifying marks in entrance exams. Higher competition may lead to higher cutoffs. In

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Rashmi Karan

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The application window for BArch at Rachana Sansad closes with the closure of the centralised admission process (CAP) in Maharashtra. Last year's trends indicate that applications close around early September. It is strongly advised to complete the registration and document verification process on t

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Rashmi Karan

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Admission to BArch course at Rachana Sansad is based on NATA or JEE Main scores. NATA exam sessions are held in multiple rounds from March to August. JEE Main Session 2 exam is usually conducted in April. Candidates are required to appear for these entrance exams and secure a valid score to particip

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Rashmi Karan

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BArch admission process at Rachana Sansad aligns with the NATA and JEE Main Paper 2 schedules. The application form for admission, based on DTE Maharashtra norms, usually opens in the spring, tentatively starting from late February or early March. Candidates must monitor the official DTE Maharashtra

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Rashmi Karan

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Admission to the B.Arch programme at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture is primarily based on merit through qualifying exams like NATA or JEE Main, followed by the DTE Maharashtra Centralized Admission Process (CAP). There is no official mention of a mandatory personal interview process for B.Arc

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Rashmi Karan

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To apply for the 5-year B.Arch programme at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture, candidates must pass 10+2 with PCM or a 10+3 Diploma with mathematics (minimum 50% aggregate). Admission requires qualifying scores in NATA or JEE Main. Applicants must follow the Directorate of Technical Education, M

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Rashmi Karan

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Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design BArch programme requires candidates to pass class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Students having completed 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics can also apply. Additionally, it is mandatory to qualify a government-level entrance

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Rashmi Karan

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The BArch programme at Rachana Sansad School of Architecture and Interior Design is a five-year full-time course divided into ten semesters. Classes are conducted during weekdays and follow the semester system as per university norms. The course strongly focuses on architectural design studios, tech

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Rashmi Karan

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Yes, BArch is academically and creatively demanding. Students spend long hours working on drawings, models, and presentations. Time management becomes very important because studio assignments require consistent effort. However, students who are passionate about design, sketching, and creating funct

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Rashmi Karan

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The placement trend recorded during NIT Trichy BArch placements in past two years is mentioned below

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BArch Placement Statistics 2023

BArch Placement Statistics 2024

The highest package

INR 16 LPA

INR 18 LPA

Average package

INR 5.54 LPA

INR 8 LPA

Median package

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 6 LPA

The lowest package

INR 3 LPA

INR 5.7 LPA

Students registered

22

20

Students placed

21

18

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Nishtha Arora

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The overall placement rate recorded during NIT Trichy BArch placements 2025 was 85%. In 2024, 18 students were placed out of 20 registered students.

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Nishtha Sharma

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NIT Trichy offers good placements to BArch students. BArch placement rate in 2025 was 85%. The key placement highlights 2024 are mentioned below:

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BArch Placement Statistics 2024

the highest package

INR 18 LPA

Average package

INR 8 LPA

Median package

INR 6 LPA

the lowest package

INR 5.7 LPA

Students registered

20

Students placed

18

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Chandra Thakur

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, the BArch course is in high demand. Due to rise in urbanization and wider career option, it is becoming popular. GITAM School of Architecture offers this course with updated curriculum to their students. It prepares them for various roles like Interior Designer, Architectural Assistant, Urban P

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Chandeep Singh

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GITAM School of Architecture accepts applications for BArch course in online mode. The students who want to pursue this course must visit the college website. Then, they have to fill the application form with correct information. Students must check the minimum eligibility criteria before applying. 

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Chandeep Singh

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The students who are looking to apply for BArch course must submit necessary documents. These are Aadhar Card, character certificate, mark sheets, and more. They must pay the application fees to confirm their admission. If they fail to submit any document, their BArch application could be revoked. S

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Chandeep Singh

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