Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Eligibility, Important Dates, Counselling, Colleges

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Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) is the conducting body of the admission process in Puducherry. The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree program is offered in Puducherry in only one institution. Sri Manakula Vinayagar School of Architecture is the first institution in the Union Territory of Puducherry to offer a five-year full-time B.Arch course. 

National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA), a national-level entrance exam, is conducted thrice a year for candidates seeking admission to the course. The exam is conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA) all over India for admission to various institutions throughout the country. 

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Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Highlights

Application mode Online
Admission Criteria National Entrance Exam
Entrance Exam National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA)
Conducting Authority Council of Architecture (COA)
Duration of Course 5 Years
Course Type Undergraduate

Participating college

Sri Manakula Vinayagar School of Architecture, Puducherry
Official Website Apply here

Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Important Dates

EVENT DATE
NATA Registration

Starting from March 01, 2024

NATA Exam Dates

Starting from April 06, 2024

NATA Results 

To be Announced

Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Eligibility Criteria

For admission in the B.Arch  course in Puducherry, every candidate needs to satisfy the eligibility criteria set by the authority. 

  • The candidate should be an Indian National.
  • The candidate should be medically fit.
  • Passed 12th Standard Examination with PCM subjects or passed in 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics.
  • Qualified the aptitude test i.e. NATA 2024
  • No direct lateral admission allowed at any year/semester/stage of B.Arch. course based on any qualification. 

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Puducherry BArch Admission Process 2024

  • The mode of filling the application form is completely online. 
  • Interested candidates can fill up the application form on the official website. 
  • The students need to pay the application fees in online mode.

How to Apply?

An interested candidate needs to follow the following steps in order to apply for B.Arch  course in Puducherry:

  • Visit the official website.
  • Click the link ONLINE APPLICATION NATA– 2021 and thereafter will be directed to the actual application form. 
  • Fill up the personal details and email for registration. 
  • Candidates need to fill out the application form available on the website carefully by going through all the instructions and after checking the eligibility criteria.
  • Upload the required documents and certificates in the prescribed format.
  • After successful submission of the registration form, the candidates are required to pay a one-time Registration Fee (Non-Refundable).

See more: BArch Admission Process

Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Registration Fees

A candidate can appear in either one test or both. He/she has to pay the application fee accordingly. The students need to pay the registration fees in online mode.

Student Category For One Test For Both the Tests
General Category INR 2000 INR 1700
SC/ST/PwD Category INR 3800 INR 3100

What are the Important Documents required for Puducherry BArch Admissions? (h3)

  • NATA Score Card.
  • Class XII Marksheet
  • Class X Certificate for Date of birth
  • Character Certificate from the last attended institute
  • Migration/Transfer Certificate for students belonging to concerned board
  • Photo ID 
  • Valid Caste certificate, sub-category certificate, if applicable
  • Essential certificates (for sports and other reserved categories)

Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Counselling 

There will be no common centralised counselling for NATA 2021. COA will only conduct the entrance exam. 

  • The college will hold its own separate counselling and provide admissions based on scores obtained in NATA 2021. 
  • Candidates will have to meet the eligibility criteria of the college. Based on the NATA scores and choices opted, allotment of seats will be made.

Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Exam Pattern

The admission to B.Arch course in Puducherry is based on the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA), a national level entrance exam, conducted twice a year for candidates seeking admission to the course.

See more: NATA Practice Papers

The pattern and important details regarding the entrance exam is tabulated below:

Exam Mode Online & Offline
Total Marks 200
Type of Questions MCQs & PTQs

There would be two parts of the exam: Part A and Part B.

Subject Marks Distribution
Part A: PCM (MCQ) 15 Questions X 1.5 mark each
Part A: General Aptitude & Logical Reasoning (MCQ) 35 Questions X 1.5 mark each
Part B: Cognitive Skills Test 1 Question X 17 marks (PTQ) 3 Questions X 16 marks each (PTQ) 6 Questions X 10 marks each (MCQ) 

Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: Reservation Policy

BArch is offered in only one institution - Sri Manakula Vinayagar School of Architecture

  • Reservation, as well as relaxation in qualifying marks for the reserved category for the purpose of admission, solely depends on the institution.
  • The intake for the college is 40 seats.

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Puducherry BArch Admission 2024: FAQs

Ques. Can a candidate apply for both the tests?

Ans. There is an option for the candidates to attempt NATA 2021 either at test centres or at home.  Candidates can appear in one or both the attempts of NATA 2021. If the candidate appears in both attempts, then the best of the two scores will be considered.

Ques. What will be the mode of examination?

Ans. The candidates may appear for both tests of NATA either from their respective places of residence/stay or at the Council allotted centres in case they do not have net connectivity or technical/hardware resources.

Ques. How many institutes offer B.Arch in Puducherry?

Ans. The Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) degree program is offered in Puducherry in only one institution. Sri Manakula Vinayagar School of Architecture is the first institution in the Union Territory of Puducherry to offer the course.

Ques. duration and structure of the B.Arch course?

Ans. Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) is a 5-year full-time undergraduate programme. It comprises 10 semesters. B.Arch. is a well-known professional programme that trains students to become qualified Architects.

Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] : 34 answered questions

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Ques. how is VNIT for architecture?

● Top Answer By Vinima Bhola on 26 Jun 25

Ans. This institute is highly regarded among NITs for its general quality and resources, and its placement figures are modest but normal for architecture programmes. The B.Arch programme, with a well-organized curriculum, first-rate facilities, and a positive learning atmosphere, is provided by VNIT Nagpur. Aspect  B.Arch at VNIT Nagpur Admission Process JEE Main (Paper 2) + JoSAA/CSAB counseling Duration 5 years (10 semesters) Seats 78 Placement (2024) 10 out of 62 placed, 6 companies visited Fee (Total) 6.3 lakh (indicative) Eligibility 10+2 with 50% aggregate (PCM) Fee for B.Arch in VNIT Nagpur Year (2024 - 2025) 1 2 3 4 5 Tuition fees ?125000 ?125000 ?125000 ?125000 ?125000 other fee ?27250 ?10450 ?10450 ?10450 ?10450 Yearly Fees ?1.52 Lakhs ?1.35 Lakhs ?1.35 Lakhs ?1.35 Lakhs ?1.35 LakhsRead more
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Ques. Is b. arch course good at cu?

● Top Answer By Vinima Bhola on 20 Jun 25

Ans. With so many benefits, Chandigarh University's (CU) Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) programme is a fantastic choice for students thinking about a career in architecture. Feature/Aspect Details Accreditation Approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), Government of India University Recognition UGC, AICTE, NAAC A+ grade NIRF Ranking (2024) #13 (Architecture & Planning category) Curriculum COA-compliant, integrates design, technology, construction, and sustainability Faculty Experienced, includes visiting professionals, many with master’s/PhD Placements campus placements may be limited Regional Standing Considered the best in Punjab and North India The B.Arch course at Chandigarh University is strong in terms of accreditation, curriculum, faculty, and infrastructure.  Placement in B.Arch in Chandigarh University Metric Details (B.Arch) Placement Rate 30% (B.Arch-specific) Median Salary 3.6–4 LPA (UG 5-year programs) Typical Salary Range 4–8 LPA (most offers) Top Recruiters Chayos, TCE, 3SPN, Vast, etc. Internships Strong, stipends up to 70,000/month Placement Support Dedicated cell, strong overallRead more
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Ques. How are the placements for Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] at KLE Technological University Hubli?

● Top Answer By Uday Kabade on 05 Jan 20

Ans. No, there is no such campus placement. For the first students have to find firm which suits them and if at all you are unable to find then faculty will assist you to find one. Being finding firm at that suits is hard to get. Even Internship is also the same we have to do on our own. I am now doing my internship which gives me a stipend of 3000rs.Read more
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Ques. What is the admission process at Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] KLE Technological University Hubli?

● Top Answer By Uday Kabade on 05 Jan 20

Ans. Positive- extracurricular Activities, Infrastructure, feasible courses. Negative- location, practical aspects, faculty co ordination, exposure etc are few positive and negatives. Fees is also expensive.Read more
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Ques. What is the fees for Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] in KLE Technological University Hubli?

● Top Answer By Uday Kabade on 05 Jan 20

Ans. Yes, there are scholarship for minority, sc, St and others. Many students do pay the fees by student loan by demand Draft. Even there is an option to pay in installments on asked permission. Note there is fine for payment delay.Read more
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Ques. How is the course curriculum of Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] in KLE Technological University Hubli?

● Top Answer By Uday Kabade on 05 Jan 20

Ans. There are some usefull courses added to curriculum like Softwares, skill development, but it lacks in hands on workshop, Personality development. Seminar by Architects. But overall it's above average but there is lot to improve.Read more
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Ques. How are the placements for Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] at DIT University Dehradun?

● Top Answer By Pratyush Chauhan on 17 Nov 24

Ans. From 8th sem. Student become eligible for capus placement in which students have to do all the work to attract companies sometimes. Clg brink handful of company which only take 4-8 students. I wanted to do cs always but because of this course I already forgot my skill in computer scienceRead more
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Ques. What is the admission process at Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] DIT University Dehradun?

● Top Answer By Pratyush Chauhan on 17 Nov 24

Ans. I was applicable for some gov. Clgs but my parents chose clg due to short distance to my home which is in haridwar. I never wanted to do this course bcz of my parents they didn't forced me but I didn't want to say no to them...Read more
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Ques. What is the fees for Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] in DIT University Dehradun?

● Top Answer By Pratyush Chauhan on 17 Nov 24

Ans. 1.25 lakhs per sem. Total of 2.5 lakh per sem Back paper fee in around 3000 pee subject . We can apply for domicile for 20% off from the fee. I think they get mainly profit from back papers that they keep pooling down any under average students.Read more
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Ques. How is the course curriculum of Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] in DIT University Dehradun?

● Top Answer By Pratyush Chauhan on 17 Nov 24

Ans. I regret to choose this course and after some arogant faculty clash.... They showed my place by failing me in every subject they can....and main thing is they put notifications on Microsoft app not on Gmail etc handled my parents whenever I have to change my phone or etc. I miss every single back registration and miss some quiz due to that...they should put these imp. Mails to Gmail also not only outlook... Sometimes I think they just want to make out of below average student and suck there clg life and make void of them...Read more
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