Top 20 Architecture Colleges: Fees, Entrance Exam and Seats

Akansha Sirohi

Updated On: May 13, 2017 12:43 PM

  • B.Arch is one of the most favourable programme for Architecture aspirants.
  • Securing a seat at one of the top colleges is essential for securing a good job.
  • Find out all about the top architecture colleges bellow.
Top 20 Architecture Colleges: Fees, Entrance Exam and Seats

B.Arch is one of the most popular courses among engineering and science enthusiasts. There is a lot of scope in the field with rapid urbanisation in India and the need to develop environmentally sound infrastructure.

If you are aspiring to study architecture in India, the most important thing to keep in mind is the colleges you target. Make sure that the colleges that you are opting are approved by the appropriate regulatory body. B.Arch degree can be very powerful if you pursue the course from the right college. Following are some of the top architecture colleges in India along with all the information you need.

Here are the Top Architecture Colleges in India:

Name of the College Location Entrance Exam Number of Seats Fees Per Year (approx.)
Sir J J College of Architecture Mumbai, Maharashtra NATA 82 Rs. 17,800
IIT Roorkee Roorkee, Uttarakhand JEE Main 35 Rs. 77,280
Chandigarh College of Architecture Chandigarh JEE Main 40 Rs. 17,150
IIT Kharagpur Kharagpur, West Bengal JEE Main 40 Rs. 74,000
NIT Tiruchirappalli Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu JEE Main 46 Rs. 39,350
NIT Calicut Calicut, Kerala JEE Main 54 Rs. 90,300
Sushant School of Art and Architecture Gurgaon, Haryana NATA 160 Rs. 5,56,000
Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics, JMI Delhi NATA 80 Rs. 64,490
BIT Mesra Mesra, Jharkhand JEE Main 40 Rs. 2,42,000
R.V. School of Architecture (RVCE) Bangalore, Karnataka KCET , COMED-K and NATA 60 Rs. 33,000
Faculty of Architecture, Manipal University Manipal, Karnataka NATA 160 Rs. 3,04,000
School of Planning and Architecture New Delhi JEE Main 105 Rs. 46,300
Rizvi College of Architecture Mumbai, Maharashtra NATA 80 Rs. 62,000
CEPT University Ahmedabad, Gujarat NATA 40 Rs. 1,61,000
Anna University Chennai, Tamil Nadu NATA 40 Rs. 30,020
Maulana Azad Nationa Institute of Technology Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh JEE Mains 80 Rs. 1,38,000
Malviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur, Rajasthan JEE Mains 62 Rs. 97,320
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology Nagpur, Maharashtra JEE Mains 62 Rs. 1,60,000
M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology Bangalore, Karnataka NATA 80 Rs. 55,000
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Mumbai, Maharashtra NATA 40 Rs. 2,84,000

The above colleges offer recognised B.Arch programmes and also offer great placements for architecture aspirants. Since admission to all the above colleges is based on entrance exams, it is important to score well as seats at these colleges get filled quite quickly.

Also Read: Career in Architecture: Eligibility, Exam and Job Scope

Candidates graduating from either of these colleges can expect a starting package from Rs. 4 lakh to Rs. 14 lakh based on their performance throughout the programme. Salary packages get better with experience. For more information on Architecture courses and colleges, visit CollegeDekho .

Are you feeling lost and unsure about what career path to take after completing 12th standard?

Say goodbye to confusion and hello to a bright future!

news_cta
/articles/top-20-architecture-colleges-fees-entrance-exam-and-seats/
View All Questions

Related Questions

How can I get the parents ums for login.my son is continuing btech it 3rd yr.mr pratyush pattanaik.please guide me how to get the ums parents : How can I get the parents ums for login.my son is continuing B tech,it 3rd year.mr pratyush pattanaik.so please advise how to get the parents ums.

-AdminUpdated on December 28, 2025 01:49 PM
  • 31 Answers
vridhi, Student / Alumni

To get Parent UMS login details for your son, Pratyush Pattanaik, visit LPU's Parent Portal. If you don't have credentials, contact the university's Help Desk or academic administration directly with his details. This login lets you track his academic progress, attendance, and fees

READ MORE...

Correspondence course : Sir/madam. Can I do a graduate degree in arts from correspondence in LPU. If yrs, please elaborate admission schedule n fee details. Thanks

-AdminUpdated on December 28, 2025 01:50 PM
  • 56 Answers
vridhi, Student / Alumni

Yes, LPU offers graduation in arts through distance / online mode, making it flexible for learners. admission is simple via online application on the LPU e-connect portal. the schedule usually start twice a year and fees are quite affordable with easy payment options ensuring quality option.

READ MORE...

Placements In Campus : How many companies are been tie up with the camps for computer science engineering?

-AdminUpdated on December 28, 2025 01:50 PM
  • 142 Answers
vridhi, Student / Alumni

LPU has a strong placement opportunities for computer science engineering students with 1000+ top companies visiting the campus every year. big names like Microsoft , google, amazon, and Infosys offer great packages. the wide tie-ups help students get good internships and high paying jobs.

READ MORE...

Do you have a question? Ask us.

  • Typical response between 24-48 hours

  • Get personalized response

  • Free of Cost

  • Access to community

Recent Articles

Recent News

Subscribe to CollegeDekho News

By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy

Top 10 Engineering Colleges in India

View All