Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) programme in the Excel Group, Namakkal, is offered through Excel College of Architecture and Planning, a dedicated architecture institution under the Sri Rengaswamy Educational Trust (SRET), the same management that runs Excel Engineering College. The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi. The B.Arch is a 5-year full-time undergraduate programme that trains students in architectural design, building technology, urban planning, environmental studies, and professional practice. The total fees for the programme are Rs. 3 Lakhs for 5 years (approximately Rs. 60,000 per year), making it one of the most affordable B.Arch programmes in Tamil Nadu. Admission is through NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) conducted by the Council of Architecture, and the programme is popular among students from Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states who wish to pursue a career in architecture, urban design, or interior design.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. NATA 2026 is being conducted on every Friday and Saturday from March to June 2026 (tentative). The TNEA 2026 registration for B.Arch is scheduled from May 7 to June 6, 2026, followed by counselling from July 2026 onwards. Students who have appeared in Class 12 with Mathematics and have a valid NATA score are eligible to apply.

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The B.Arch programme is offered at Excel College of Architecture and Planning, Namakkal, a dedicated architecture institution under the SRET group (same management as Excel Engineering College).
The college is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi, and affiliated with Anna University, Chennai.
Admission requires a valid NATA score; JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch) scores are also accepted for admission.
The 5-year programme includes studio-based design courses, building construction, environmental studies, urban planning, and a final year thesis project.
The college has a dedicated architecture studio, model-making workshop, and a library with architecture-specific resources.
Seat intake for B.Arch is 40 seats per year (as per COA norms for affiliated architecture colleges).

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31 Mar, 2026 TNEA 2026 registration is scheduled to commence in the second week of May 2026.

Excel B.Arch Fees

The B.Arch programme at Excel College of Architecture and Planning has a total academic fee of Rs. 3 Lakhs for the entire 5-year programme, which works out to approximately Rs. 60,000 per year. This is among the most affordable B.Arch programmes in Tamil Nadu. Hostel accommodation is available at Rs. 40,000 per year (optional).

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (per year)	60,000
Total Academic Fee (5 years)	3,00,000
Hostel Fee (per year, optional)	40,000
Total Fees (without hostel, 5 years)	3,00,000
Total Fees (with hostel, 5 years)	5,00,000

Hostel accommodation is optional; many students opt to live off campus.
Mess charges are approximately Rs. 3,000 per month (Rs. 36,000 per year), payable separately.
Government scholarships (Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST and minorities) are available for eligible students.
Fees are payable semester-wise or year-wise; no EMI option is officially mentioned.
The fee data is based on 2021-22 figures; candidates should confirm the current fee structure directly with the college.

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Excel B.Arch Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Arch programme at Excel College of Architecture and Planning are conducted through the TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) counselling process managed by Anna University, based on NATA scores. NATA 2026 is being conducted on every Friday and Saturday from March to June 2026. The TNEA 2026 registration is scheduled from May 7 to June 6, 2026, followed by counselling from July 2026 onwards.

TNEA 2026 Admission Schedule

Event	Date
TNEA 2026 Registration and Document Upload	May 7, 2026 - June 6, 2026
Last Date for Uploading Documents	June 9, 2026
Certificate Verification	June 10, 2026 - June 20, 2026
Publication of Rank List	June 27, 2026
Grievances Redressal	June 28, 2026 - July 2, 2026
General Counselling (Tentative)	July 14, 2026 onwards

Entrance Exam Details

Exam	Relevance	Details
NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture)	Mandatory for B.Arch admission	Conducted by Council of Architecture (COA); held every Friday and Saturday from March to June 2026 (tentative); tests drawing, aesthetic sensitivity, and critical thinking; results within 7 days of exam
JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch)	Accepted for B.Arch admission	Conducted by NTA; scores accepted in lieu of NATA for TNEA B.Arch counselling

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 (or equivalent) with Mathematics as a compulsory subject with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.
Candidates must have a valid NATA score (or JEE Main Paper 2 B.Arch score) for admission through TNEA counselling.
SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 45% aggregate in Class 12.

Admission Process

Register for NATA 2026 on the official COA portal (nata.in) and appear for the test on any available Friday or Saturday between March and June 2026.
Register on the TNEA portal (tneaonline.org) during the registration window (May 7 - June 6, 2026) and upload NATA score along with other documents.
Attend certificate verification at the designated centre (June 10-20, 2026).
Check the published rank list and participate in the counselling process.
Select Excel College of Architecture and Planning (under Excel Engineering College group) and B.Arch as your preference during counselling.
Pay the admission fee and complete the joining formalities at the college.
Management quota admissions can be done directly through the college's admission portal: admission.excelinstitutions.com.

Excel B.Arch Scholarships 2026

Excel College of Architecture and Planning offers scholarships through the SRET Trust for meritorious students. Additionally, national and state government scholarships are available for eligible students. Educational loans from major banks are also facilitated by the college.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
SRET Merit Scholarship	Class 12 aggregate of 175 marks and above (out of 200)	Full fee waiver per year
SRET Merit Scholarship	Class 12 aggregate of 140 marks and above (out of 200)	Rs. 20,000 fee waiver per year
Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST	SC/ST students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Full tuition fee reimbursement (state government)
Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain students with family income below Rs. 2 lakh/year	As per NSP portal
Merit Cum Means Scholarship (MCM)	Students with family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh/year and 80%+ in Class 12	Rs. 82,000 per year (NSP - PM-USP Yojana)

Government scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Educational loans are available from major banks; the college facilitates the loan process.
SRET scholarship marks are based on the aggregate of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in Class 12.

Excel B.Arch FAQs

Ques. Is the B.Arch at Excel College of Architecture and Planning the same as Excel Engineering College?

Ans. No, they are separate institutions under the same SRET (Sri Rengaswamy Educational Trust) management group. Excel College of Architecture and Planning is a dedicated architecture college, while Excel Engineering College offers engineering and technology programmes. Both are located in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, and are affiliated with Anna University, Chennai.

Ques. What is the NATA score required for B.Arch admission at Excel College of Architecture and Planning?

Ans. There is no fixed minimum NATA score for admission; seats are allotted through TNEA counselling based on NATA rank. However, candidates with a NATA score of 80 and above (out of 200) generally have a good chance of securing admission at this college. The actual cutoff varies by year and category.

Ques. How many times can I appear for NATA 2026, and which attempt's score will be considered?

Ans. NATA 2026 is conducted on every Friday and Saturday from March to June 2026. Candidates can appear multiple times, and the best score among all attempts is considered for admission. There is no restriction on the number of attempts in a year.

Ques. What are the career prospects after B.Arch from Excel College of Architecture and Planning?

Ans. B.Arch graduates can work as licensed architects (after registering with the Council of Architecture), urban planners, interior designers, landscape architects, and project managers. They can also pursue higher studies (M.Arch, M.Plan) or government jobs through competitive exams like UPSC (Architecture). The construction and real estate sector in Tamil Nadu offers strong employment opportunities for architecture graduates.

Ques. Is the B.Arch degree from Excel College of Architecture and Planning recognized by the Council of Architecture?

Ans. Yes, the college is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi, which is the statutory body that regulates architectural education in India. The B.Arch degree from a COA-approved institution is recognized for registration as an architect in India.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Arch and B.Planning, and does Excel College offer B.Planning?

Ans. B.Arch focuses on architectural design, building technology, and construction, while B.Planning focuses on urban and regional planning, land use, and infrastructure development. Excel College of Architecture and Planning currently offers B.Arch and M.Arch programmes. B.Planning is not currently listed as an offered programme; candidates interested in planning should confirm with the college directly.