Saveetha College of Architecture and Design Chennai B.Arch : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, NATA is mandatory for all students seeking B.Arch admission at Saveetha College of Architecture and Design (SCAD), Chennai. Applicants may additionally use JEE Main Paper 2 scores to support their application, but a qualifying NATA score is a non-negotiable requirement as per Council of Architecture norms applicable to all B.Arch programmes in India. NATA 2026 has two phases: Phase 1 concluded by June 2026 and Phase 2 is scheduled for August 7 to 8, 2026.

Ans. The total fee for the 5-year B.Arch programme at SCAD Chennai for general-quota students is INR 11,00,000 (INR 2,20,000 per year). NRI quota is also available at INR 4,38,337 per year, bringing the 5-year NRI total to INR 21,91,685. Fee payment schedules and instalment options can be confirmed directly with the college admission office.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised board, securing at least 50% aggregate marks and at least 50% in Mathematics. A valid NATA score is mandatory for all applicants. JEE Main Paper 2 (Architecture) scores are also accepted as a supplementary qualifier alongside NATA.

Ans. SCAD offers only 40 seats for B.Arch, making it a small, selective cohort. Seats are allocated on a merit basis using NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 scores. NATA 2026 has two phases: Phase 1 was conducted from April 4 to June 13, 2026, and Phase 2 is scheduled for August 7 to 8, 2026. Applicants should aim for a strong NATA percentile to improve their chances.

Ans. Graduates of B.Arch from SCAD can pursue careers as registered architects, urban designers, interior designers, landscape architects, and project managers in construction and real estate firms. Chennai’s rapidly growing infrastructure, urban development, and heritage conservation sectors offer strong local employment prospects. Registration with the Council of Architecture (CoA) is required to practise professionally as an architect. Graduates may also opt for M.Arch, M.Plan, or appear for government architecture service examinations.

Ans. Yes, students from the Science stream with PCM can directly apply for B.Arch at SCAD. A prior design portfolio is not mandatory for admission. The NATA examination itself assesses drawing, observation, and analytical reasoning skills, which serve as the primary design aptitude measure for B.Arch aspirants. Students develop formal design skills through the programme’s studio-based curriculum after joining.