"B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) is an undergraduate degree in the field of architecture. This five-year full-time programme is a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge for students to learn the art of planning, designing and constructing physical structures of various kinds."

"What is the use of B Arch?"

"Candidates after completing the Bachelor of Architecture course can get jobs as Architecture Designer, Project Architect, Interior Architect, Principal Architect, etc. The top recruiters for the B arch graduates are Gaursons India, Architect Hafeez Contractor, DLF, Kembhavi Architecture Foundation, etc."

"Can I do B Arch after 12th arts?"

"No, In India you can’t do architecture after 12th arts. C.O.A had changed the eligibility criteria for B Arch in 2019. The science stream (PCM) is required for architecture."

"What to do after b Arch ?"

"Things an architect can do after B Arch are - • Urban planner (M.Arch UD) • Landscape architect • Restoration architect • Town Planner (M.Plan) • Interior designer • Artist • Research architect."

"Is B arch a good course?"

"A Bachelor of Architecture is one of the highest demanded degrees out there for designing luxury homes and working as per the requirements of the clients. If you want to start up your own venture in the field of Home Designing and Architecture, B. Arch is the most preferable course."

"Is B arch a good course?"

"A Bachelor of Architecture is one of the highest demanded degrees out there for designing luxury homes and working as per the requirements of the clients. If you want to start up your own venture in the field of Home Designing and Architecture, B. Arch is the most preferable course."

"How to get admission in NIT for B arch ?"

"B. arch admission in NIT is done through JEE (Main) exam ie. Part II of JEE Main exam which is an aptitude test for architecture. Candidates are offered admission based on their all-India rank."

"What is the NATA exam?"

"NATA’s full form is National Aptitude Test in Architecture. It is a national-level undergraduate exam that is conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA) for admissions into 5-year B. Arch and B. Planning programmes."

"Top colleges for B arch"

"These are the best B Arch colleges in India • School Of Planning and Architecture, Delhi • Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur • Sir J. J. College of Architecture, Mumbai • Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra • Jadavpur University, Kolkata • Chandigarh College Of Architecture, Chandigarh • Jamia Milia Islamia University"

B Arch Course(Architecture): Full Form, Admission 2024, Fees, Syllabus, Jobs, Salary

Q: "What is B.Arch full form"

"B.Arch full form is Bachelor of Architecture."

B.Arch full form is Bachelor of Architecture. It is an undergraduate architecture degree. This five-year full-time curriculum combines theoretical and practical knowledge to teach students the craft of planning, designing, and building physical buildings of various types. A trained architect is involved in every stage of a building project, from concept through mapping and supervision.

B.Arch courses are available at both private and public colleges. The average course price for B.Arch is INR 6,00,000. Admission to the bachelor of architecture course is done through entrance tests such as NATA and JEE.

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B.Arch Course Details

B.Arch Full Form	Bachelor of Architecture
B.Arch Course Duration	5 years
B.Arch Eligibility	Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or diploma from a recognized university in relevant subject
B.Arch Admission process	Entrance exam
B.Arch Entrance	NATA Exam , JEE Exam
B.Arch Course Fees	INR 3-5 lakhs
B.Arch Salary	INR 5-10 lakhs
Top Recruiting Companies	L & T, DLF, IMAXE, Jones Lang LaSalle Meghraj, Manchanda Associates, Sahara Group, Architect Consultants, VSA space Design(P). Ltd., Edifice Architects Pvt. Ltd.
B.Arch Job Position	Data Analyst, Architecture Designer, Architecture Engineer, Staff Consultant, Manager, Art Director, Building Contractor, Landscape Architect, Technical Assistant, Interior Designer.

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B.Arch Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to study full-time in a B.Arch programme:

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

B.Arch Admission Process 2024

BArch admission is often based on NATA and JEE Main results and is handled through JoSAA Counseling. However, each institution has its unique set of criteria and selection methods, which are detailed in detail below.

How to Apply?

Visit the official JEE Main or NATA entrance exam websites, or the college where BArch enrollment for 2023 are open.

B.Arch admission 2024 is usually dependent on an entrance exam, make sure to check the eligibility criteria and registration dates of the entrance exams and register for them on time.

Fill out the application form with crucial information such as your email address and phone number.

The candidate will be given login information for document uploading and payment of the application form fee.

The candidate will be notified through email or text message after submitting the final application form.

Students can download the application form for the JoSAA Counseling round as well as the entrance tests.

If they have taken other entrance tests, the college will publish a cut-off score.

B.Arch Entrance Exam

B.Arch Entrance Exam	Registration date	Exam date	Cut off 2021	Expected Cut off 2024
JEE Mains	To be Announced	To be Announced	87	89
NATA	May 2023	April 2023	90	97

JEE Exam

JEE Main 2023 is a computer-based online test conducted by National Testing Agency for students aspiring to pursue undergraduate courses in top engineering institutes in India. JEE Main 2023 is the first phase of the IIT Joint Entrance Exam. Candidates could further opt to appear for one exam or all the exams. The best NTA score was considered by the exam conducting authority in preparing the ranks/merit list.

JEE Main Exam Highlights

Exam Particulars	Exam Details
Exam Name	Joint Entrance Examination (Main) or JEE Main
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Level / Exam Pattern	Undergraduate Exam at the National level
Exam Frequency	Twice a year (June and July)
Mode of Exam	Computed Based Test (CBT) for BE/ BTech/ B.Arch/ B.Planning Pen and paper-based test (PBT) for Drawing section in B.Arch
Total Candidates Registered for JEE Main 2023	Approx 5 lakh (June Session)
Courses offered through Entrance Exam	BE/BTech, B.Arch, BPlanning
Exam Fees	INR 650 (male unreserved/OBC/EWS category) INR 325 (female unreserved/OBC/EWS category) INR 325 (SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category)
Exam Duration	3 hours for BTech/ B.Arch/ BPlan 3.5 hours for B.Arch and B.Planning both 4 hours for PwD candidates
No. of Papers and Total Marks	Paper-1: BE/BTech (300 marks) Paper-2A: B.Arch (400 marks) Paper-2B: BPlan (400 marks)
Total Questions	BE/BTech: 90 B.Arch: 82 BPlan: 105
Marking Scheme	4 for each correct response -1 for each incorrect response No marks for unattempted questions
Language/Medium of Exam	English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu
Colleges Accepting Exam Score	All NIT, IIIT, CFTIs etc. JEE Main is the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced for IIT admission
No. of Test Cities	501 in India 25 outside India
JEE Main official Website	jeemain.nta.nic.in

NATA Exam

Nata full form is National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA). It is a national level undergraduate exam which is conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA) for admission to 5-year B.Arch and B Planning programmes.

CoA released the NATA application form 2023 at nata.in.

Nata Exam Highlights

Particulars	Details
Name of the Exam	National Aptitude Test for Architecture or NATA
Conducted By	Council of Architecture
Exam Level	Undergraduate
Exam Frequency	Thrice
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test
Total Registrations	25,860 (2021)
Course offered through the exam	B.Arch
Exam Fees	For One Attempt: General Category - INR 2000 SC/ST - INR 1500 For Two Attempts: General Category - INR 4000 SC/ST - INR 3000 For Three Attempts General Category - INR 5400 SC/ST - INR 4050
Exam Duration	3 Hours
Number of Papers	1
Total Questions	125
Marking Scheme / Cut- off	The questions will be of 1 or 2 or 3 marks
Medium of Exam	English
Colleges Accepting Exam Score	B.Arch/B.Tech Colleges of India
No. of Test Cities	136
Official Website	nata.in

NATA Eligibility Criteria

The exam conducting authorities prescribes the NATA eligibility criteria in the official notification. The eligibility criteria of NATA 2023 comprises qualifying examination, marks and age limit. Applicants appearing for the examination must check the NATA eligibility criteria before filling the online application form.

Qualifying Examination: Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination or diploma with Maths.
Qualifying Marks: Candidate must have obtained passing marks
Age limit: Minimum 17 years of age as of July 31, 2023.

Bachelor of Architecture Distance Education

B.Arch Distance Education is a 5 year degree program that deals with the different aspects of Architectural studies. This course is designed to produce licensed and professional architects who are authorized to do private constructions and government constructions.

B.Arch Distance Education Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for B.Arch Distance Education vary college by college. The following are the standard qualifying requirements that everyone follows:

The student must pass the 10+2 Boards Examination with mathematics as one of the subjects studied.
Scoring more than 50% assures admission in a quality college education.
There is no age limit for B.Arch Distance Education.
A student with a 10th + 3 years Diploma (any stream) recognised by the Central/State Governments with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks can also apply.

Top B.Arch Specializations

B.Arch Architecture In Engineering course	B.Arch Architecture In History Course
B.Arch Architecture In Design Course	B.Arch Interior Architecture Course
B.Arch Urban Planning Course	B.Arch Landscape Architecture Course

B.Arch Architecture In Engineering

In the discipline of Architecture Engineering, there are two types of courses available. The first is a B.tech in Architecture Engineering, while the second is an M.tech in Architecture Engineering. The Council of Architecture (COA) is the governing authority in charge of courses and the practise of this profession. A few highlights from the Architecture Engineering course studies are shown below.

Courses Offered	B.tech and M.tech in Architectural Engineering
Course Duration	4 year for B.tech and 2 years for M.tech
Average Course fees	For B.Tech (4-7lacs) and For M.tech (1lacs to 2.50lacs)
B.Arch Salary	4lacs - 7 lacs for B.Arch and 5lacs onwards for Postgraduate trainee.
Top Recruiters	DLF, L&T, SAHARA, Eros Group, etc
Top Entrances	JEE Main, JEE Advanced, GATE, TANCET, etc.

B.Arch Architectural Design

Architecture Design Courses in India are growing increasingly popular among students as the course grows in popularity. Architectural Designers are responsible for the planning, design, and construction of various physical structures using engineering principles. Thousands of people apply for these courses each year.

The Table below gives a general idea about this course

Type of Courses	UG: B.Arch, Bachelor of Architecture In Interior Architecture, BVA in Interior and Spatial Design. PG: M Arch, Masters in Urban Designing, M Arch in Conservation and Restoration, etc.
B.Arch Course Duration	UG: 3 to 4 years
B.Arch Eligibility	UG: 10+2 from a recognized institute. PG: Undergraduate course in architecture design.
B.Arch Fees	UG: 20,000 to 5,00,000 PG: 50,000 to 7,00,000
Online Courses	Available
Types of Online Courses	edX, Udemy, Masterclass, Coursera etc.
Top Job Prospects	Architectural Technologist, Interior and Spatial Designer, Structural Engineer, Architecture Engineer, Town Planner
B.Arch Salary	UG: INR 3,00,000 to 8,00,000 PG: INR 4,00,000 to 8,00,000

B.Arch Urban Planning

Urban Planning is a professional degree programme that teaches students about engineering, architectural design, and administration. Urban planning helps to solve problems in cities and their surrounding areas.

Popular Courses	UG: Bachelor of Architecture in Urban Planning PG: M Planning in Urban and Regional Planning
B.Arch Course Duration	UG: 4 years
B.Arch Eligibility	Certificate: Pass in 10th and 12th in school from a recognized board of education. UG: Pass in 10th and 12th in school from a recognized board of education.
B.Arch Fees	UG: INR 50,000 - 2 Lakhs
Online Courses	Available
Types of Online Courses	edX, Coursera, Udemy, etc.
Top Job Prospects	Urban Planner, Development Surveyor, Regional Planner, Economic Development Planner, Community Development Worker, Environmental Manager, Civil Service Administrator, Planning Surveyor, Resources Planner, Sustainability Consultant, etc.
B.Arch Salary	UG: INR 3 - 6 LPA

B.Arch Interior Architecture

Bachelor of Architecture in Interior Design (B.Arch Interior Design) is a 5-year undergraduate study in Fashion and Interior Designing. B.Arch Interior design teaches both practical and theoretical skills for transforming an interior area into an effective environment.

Candidates for B.Arch Interior Design must have a 10+2 level certificate or an equivalent 10+3 years Diploma degree from any recognised institution/college with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Name of the Course	Bachelor of Architecture In Interior Architecture
Stream	Design
Levels Of Courses Available	UG/PG
Course Mode	Regular
B.Arch Course Duration	1 year – 4 year
Type of Exam	Semester System
B.Arch Admission Process	Based on Merit or Entrance Exams
B.Arch Fees Range	INR 1.5 Lacs – 6 Lacs
B.Arch Salary	INR 3 lacs – 7 lacs

B.Arch Syllabus and Subjects

The structure of Bachelor of Architecture course is divided into 5 years. B.Arch syllabus is as mentioned below.

B.Arch Year	B.Arch Syllabus
	This is a 5 year degree course, affiliated to the University of Pune and approved by the Council of Architecture as well as the AICTE. Bachelor of Architecture course structure is as mentioned below.
B.Arch Syllabus First Year	First year of this course provides basic foundations in aesthetics, const. technology and design. It also aims at developing visualization and drafting skills...
B.Arch Syllabus First Year	1. Architectural Design I 2. Basic Design I 3. Building Technology & Materials I 4. Theory of Structures I 5. Architectural Drawing & Graphics I 6. History of Architecture and Human Settlement I 7. Design Fundamentals of Architecture 8. Workshop & Model making
B.Arch Syllabus Second Year
	This course continues setting up and consolidation of the foundations. The emphasis is on integration and application of basic subjects in design, where the focus is on climate responsive architecture.
	1. Architectural Design II 2. Basic Design II 3. Building Technology & Materials II 4. Theory of Structures II 5. Architectural Drawing & Graphics II 6. History of Architecture & Human Settlements II 7. Building Services I 8. Building Sciences
B.Arch Syllabus Third Year
	This year introduces the advanced knowledge of the subjects of Const. Services, Structures, etc. The application of this knowledge in design of complex projects.
	1. Architectural Design III 2. Bldg. Tech. & Materials III 3. Theory of Structures III 4. Building Services II 5. Landscape Architecture & Environmental Sciences 6. Seminar on Contemporary Arch 7. Working Drawing 8. Technical Communication
B.Arch Syllabus Fourth Year
B.Arch Syllabus Fourth Year	This year is aimed at increasing the depth and scope of knowledge in design and supporting subjects. New subjects are introduced as electives in three streams – Design management and .A dissertation is to be given by students on a architectural subject after conducting research on the same. 1. Architectural Design IV 2. Building Construction & Materials IV 3. Town Planning 4. Technology Elective (Term I) 5. Design Elective (Term I) 6. Management Elective (Term II) 7. Allied Elective (Term II) 8. Dissertation
B.Arch Syllabus Fifth Year	TERM I The students undergo 6 months of practical training in a professional office aimed at providing them hands on experience. The students apply knowledge gained so far in a professional environment. TERM II Design thesis is a culmination of knowledge and skills gained during 3 & 1/2 years of Architectural education. It is a spring board to the professional world. 1. Allied Elective II 2. Professional Practice 3. Contract Management 4. Architectural Project (Design Thesis)

B Arch Syllabus and Subjects

B.Arch Distance Colleges In India

Some of the top B.Arch. Distance Education Colleges including duration and fees are mentioned below:

College Name	B.Arch Course Duration	B.Arch Course Fees (INR)
IGNOU	5-7 years	45,000
Academia Para La Education Profesional	4 years	40,000
Rizvi College of Architecture (RCA)	5 years	6,35,000
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University	5 years	2,80,000

Best Architecture Colleges In India

The Table below gives a general idea about Bachelor of Architecture Colleges In India

Top Architecture Colleges In India	College Rating	B.Arch Course Fees	Placement
IIT Kharagpur	4.3	INR 13,30,200	INR 11 LPA
IIT Roorkee	4.9	INR 3,86,000	INR 40,00,000
NIT Calicut	4.5	INR 6,72,050	INR 7,80,000
CEPT University Ahmedabad	4.6	INR 14,00,000	INR 10,25,000
SPA Delhi	4.3	INR 3,14,500	INR 6,55,000
IIEST Shibpur	4.2	INR 2,50,000	INR 7,00,000
SPA Bhopal	4.3	INR 3,46,000	INR 6,30,000
NIT Trichy	4.4	INR 8,56,000	INR 9,34,000
SPA Vijaywada	4.0	INR 8,76,000	INR 9,00,000
JMI Delhi	4.4	INR 3,78,750	INR 6,45,000

Top Architecture Colleges In Delhi

The Table below gives a general idea about Bachelor of Architecture Colleges In Delhi

Top Architecture Colleges In Delhi	College Rating	B.Arch Course Fees	Placement	Review
SPA Delhi	4.3	INR 3,14,500		Check Reviews
JMI Delhi	4.4	INR 3,78,750		Check Reviews
Ganga Group of Institutions Delhi	5	INR 3,50,00		Check Reviews
Vastu Kala Academy	4	INR 3,84,400		Check Reviews
MBS School of Planning and Architecture Delhi	5.0	INR 4,50,000		Check Reviews

Best Architecture Colleges In Mumbai

The Table below gives a general idea about Bachelor of Architecture Colleges In Mumbai -

Top Architecture Colleges In Mumbai	College Rating	B.Arch Course Fees	Placement	Review
Sir JJ College of Architecture	4.0	INR 62,925		Check Reviews
NMIMS Mumbai	4.4	INR 16,18,000		Check Reviews
Rizvi College of Architecture	4.0	INR 6,69,400		Check Reviews
LS Raheja School of Architecture	4.0	INR 4,45,000		Check Reviews
Amity University	3.0	INR 5,25,000		Check Reviews

Best Architecture Colleges In Bangalore

The Table below gives a general idea about Bachelor of Architecture Colleges In Bangalore -

Top Architecture Colleges In Bangalore	Rating	B.Arch Course Fees	Placement	Review
MSRIT Bangalore	4.4	INR 2,12,500		Check Reviews
RV College of Engineering	4.4	INR 1,65,000		Check Reviews
Siddganga Institute of Technology	3.6	INR 2,84,774		Check Reviews
Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering	4.1	INR 3,16,270		Check Reviews
Brindavan College	4.0	INR 7,50,000		Check Reviews

Top Architecture Colleges In Pune

The Table below gives a general idea about Bachelor of Architecture Colleges In Pune

Top Architecture Colleges In Pune	College Rating	B.Arch Course Fees	Placement	Review
Ajeenkya DY Patil University	3.8	INR 10,00,000		Check Reviews
Marathwada Mitra Mandal's College	3.9	INR 4,50,000		Check Reviews
Sinhgad College of Engineering	1.0	INR 6,25,000		Check Reviews
Allana College of Architecture	2.3	INR 3,75,000		Check Reviews
College of Architecture	4.0	INR 4,25,000		Check Reviews

Best Architecture Colleges In Ahmedabad

The Table below gives a general idea about Bachelor of Architecture Colleges In Ahmedabad -

Architecture Colleges In Ahmedabad	College Rating	B.Arch Course Fees	Placement	Review
CEPT University	4.6	INR 14,00,000		Check Reviews
Nirma University Ahmedabad	4.4	INR 7,00,000		Check Reviews
Ganpat University	4.3	INR 4,50,000		Check Reviews
Institute of Design Environment	3.0	INR 2,75,000		Check Reviews
Anant National University	3.1	INR 11,65,000		Check Reviews

Bachelor of Architecture Course Jobs and Career

B.Arch Job profile	B.Arch Salary (per annum)
Data Analyst	INR 3,96,128
Architecture designer	INR 3,53,368
Architecture engineer	INR 3,00,000
Interior designer	INR 5,00,000
Architecture Draftsman	INR 3,44,450
Staff consultant	INR 11,28,850
Technical assistant	INR 2,85,502
Project assistant	INR 3,02,715
Architectural assistant	INR 2,08,700
Building contractor	INR 5,50,000
Landscape architect	INR 3,82,416
Art director	INR 3,76,800

Top Recruiters for B.Arch

Top Recruiters of Bachelor of Architecture Course (B.Arch)
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