- B.Arch Overview
- B.Arch Snapshot 2026
- B.Arch Key Statistics
- B.Arch Important Admission Dates
- B.Arch Entrance Exams Accepted
- B.Arch Popular Courses
- B.Arch Course Wise Analysis
- Top Colleges Offering B.Arch
- B.Arch State Wise College Analysis
- B.Arch College Comparison
- B.Arch Fees Analysis
- B.Arch ROI Analysis
- B.Arch Cutoff Analysis
- B.Arch Placement Report
- B.Arch Salary Analysis
- B.Arch vs Other Courses
- B.Arch Frequently Asked Questions
B.Arch Overview
B.Arch is offered by over 301 colleges in India, with admissions conducted through JEE Main, JEE Advanced, WBJEE, CUET, and CBSE Class 12 Exam. The programme typically spans 5 Years and is available across 25 states. The average tuition fee ranges from ₹26.1 K to ₹43.30 L, while graduates secure average salary packages of ₹7.50 L.
Among all specializations, General records the highest student demand and placement outcomes. The largest concentration of colleges offering B.Arch is located in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat, while the highest placement packages are reported by institutions such as SVKM's NMIMS, IIT BHU, and IGDTUW Delhi. Candidates can pursue careers in Architecture, with roles including several roles.
B.Arch Snapshot 2026
| Particular | Details |
| Course Level | UG |
| Duration | 4 – 5 Years |
| Total Colleges | 301 |
| Government Colleges | 106 |
| Private Colleges | 195 |
| Total Seats | 4 – 200 |
| Average Fees | ₹8.14 L |
| Lowest Fees | ₹26.1 K |
| Highest Fees | ₹43.30 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.50 L |
| Highest Package | ₹2.14 Cr |
| Top Entrance Exams | JEE Main, JEE Advanced, WBJEE, CUET, CBSE Class 12 Exam |
| Popular courses | Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) |
B.Arch Key Statistics
| Metric | Value |
| Total Colleges | 301 |
| Total Seats | 4 – 200 |
| States Offering Course | 25 |
| Total Exams Accepted | 16 |
| Average Fees | ₹8.14 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.50 L |
| Highest Package | ₹2.14 Cr |
| Highest ROI College | Jamia Millia Islamia (312.24%) |
B.Arch Important Admission Dates (JEE Main)
| Event | Date |
| Registration Start | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Registration End | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02 Apr 2026 |
| Result Date | 20 Apr 2026 |
B.Arch Entrance Exams Accepted
B.Arch Exam Snapshot
| Metric | Value |
| National Level Exams | 8 |
| State Level Exams | 6 |
| University Level Exams | 2 |
| Total Participating Colleges | 194 |
B.Arch National Level Exams
| Exam | Colleges | Seats | Opening - Closing |
| JEE Main | 43 | 9,402 | 33 – 6,782 (Rank) |
| JEE Advanced | 3 | 688 | 9,462 – 26,381 (Rank) |
| NATA | 140 | 32,845 | 11,022 – 31,005 (Rank) |
B.Arch State Level Exams
| Exam | Colleges | Seats | Opening - Closing |
| WBJEE | 3 | 780 | 3,626 – 92,541 (Rank) |
| KCET | 17 | 3,200 | 1,160 (Rank) |
| GUJCET | 9 | 5,420 | 12,019 – 32,061 (Rank) |
| MHT CET | 14 | 1,830 | 130 – 141 (Score) |
B.Arch Exam Comparison
| Exam | Colleges | Seats | Opening - Closing |
| NATA | 140 | 32,845 | 11,022 – 31,005 (Rank) |
| JEE Main | 43 | 9,402 | 33 – 6,782 (Rank) |
| KCET | 17 | 3,200 | 1,160 (Rank) |
| MHT CET | 14 | 1,830 | 130 – 141 (Score) |
| GUJCET | 9 | 5,420 | 12,019 – 32,061 (Rank) |
| JEE Advanced | 3 | 688 | 9,462 – 26,381 (Rank) |
| WBJEE | 3 | 780 | 3,626 – 92,541 (Rank) |
B.Arch Most Accepted Exams
| Rank | Exam | Colleges Accepting |
| 1 | NATA | 140 |
| 2 | JEE Main | 43 |
| 3 | KCET | 17 |
| 4 | MHT CET | 14 |
| 5 | GUJCET | 9 |
| 6 | CBSE Class 12 Exam | 9 |
| 7 | CUET | 4 |
| 8 | MAH MBA CET | 3 |
| 9 | JEE Advanced | 3 |
| 10 | OJEE | 3 |
| 11 | WBJEE | 3 |
B.Arch Popular Courses
B.Arch Course Overview
| Course | Colleges | Seats | Average Fees | Average Package |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | 297 | 13,448 | ₹8.25 L | ₹7.54 L |
Top B.Arch Courses by Colleges
| Rank | Course | Colleges |
| 1 | Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | 297 |
Top B.Arch Courses by Seats
| Rank | Course | Seats |
| 1 | Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | 13,448 |
Top B.Arch Courses by Average Package
| Rank | Course | Average Package |
| 1 | Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹7.54 L |
B.Arch Course Wise Analysis
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
Quick Facts
| Particular | Details |
| Colleges Offering | 297 |
| Seats Available | 13,448 |
| Average Fees | ₹8.25 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.54 L |
Top Colleges
| College | Fees | Package | Ranking |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹14.86 L | ₹12.62 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| IIT Roorkee | ₹14.38 L | ₹5.00 L | #6 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| IIT BHU | ₹10.55 L | ₹22.77 L | #10 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| NIT Trichy | ₹8.14 L | ₹16.43 L | #9 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | ₹20.00 L | ₹8.34 L | #23 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
Top Colleges Offering B.Arch
Top B.Arch Colleges Overall
| College | Ownership | Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| IIT Kharagpur | Public/Government | ₹14.86 L | ₹12.62 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| IIT Roorkee | Public/Government | ₹14.38 L | ₹5.00 L | #6 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| IIT BHU | Public/Government | ₹10.55 L | ₹22.77 L | #10 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| NIT Trichy | Public/Government | ₹8.14 L | ₹16.43 L | #9 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Deemed | ₹20.00 L | ₹8.34 L | #23 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
Top B.Arch Government Colleges
| College | State | Fees | Average Package |
| IIT Kharagpur | West Bengal | ₹14.86 L | ₹12.62 L |
| IIT Roorkee | Uttarakhand | ₹14.38 L | ₹5.00 L |
| IIT BHU | Uttar Pradesh | ₹10.55 L | ₹22.77 L |
| NIT Trichy | Tamil Nadu | ₹8.14 L | ₹16.43 L |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Tamil Nadu | ₹20.00 L | ₹8.34 L |
Top B.Arch Private Colleges
| College | State | Fees | Average Package |
| CU Mohali | Punjab | ₹11.14 L | - |
| Nirma University | Gujarat | ₹15.64 L | ₹4.17 L |
| Christ University Bangalore India | Karnataka | ₹17.93 L | ₹7.00 L |
| Manipal University Jaipur | Rajasthan | ₹27.54 L | ₹8.50 L |
| IPS Academy | Madhya Pradesh | ₹2.61 L | ₹7.41 L |
Top B.Arch Colleges by ROI
| College | Fees | Average Package | ROI Score |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹14.86 L | ₹12.62 L | 84.91% |
| IIT Roorkee | ₹14.38 L | ₹5.00 L | 34.76% |
| IIT BHU | ₹10.55 L | ₹22.77 L | 215.88% |
| NIT Trichy | ₹8.14 L | ₹16.43 L | 201.87% |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | ₹20.00 L | ₹8.34 L | 41.70% |
Top B.Arch Colleges by Placement
| College | Average Package | Highest Package |
| SVKM's NMIMS | ₹25.13 L | ₹67.70 L |
| IIT BHU | ₹22.77 L | ₹1.20 Cr |
| IGDTUW Delhi | ₹19.15 L | ₹59.45 L |
| NIT Trichy | ₹16.43 L | ₹64.00 L |
| MANIT Bhopal | ₹15.60 L | ₹82.00 L |
B.Arch State Wise College Analysis
| State | Colleges | Seats | Average Fees | Average Package |
| Maharashtra | 53 | 2,863 | ₹9.18 L | ₹8.00 L |
| Karnataka | 33 | 1,370 | ₹8.17 L | ₹9.22 L |
| Gujarat | 27 | 1,630 | ₹7.69 L | ₹5.51 L |
| Tamil Nadu | 27 | 1,640 | ₹8.72 L | ₹7.96 L |
| Kerala | 20 | 760 | ₹3.76 L | ₹13.39 L |
| Haryana | 19 | 730 | ₹9.06 L | ₹6.05 L |
| Rajasthan | 19 | 558 | ₹8.92 L | ₹5.68 L |
| Uttar Pradesh | 17 | 1,000 | ₹8.79 L | ₹6.48 L |
| Madhya Pradesh | 14 | 600 | ₹6.03 L | ₹7.54 L |
| Punjab | 12 | 452 | ₹7.01 L | ₹8.32 L |
| West Bengal | 9 | 304 | ₹7.66 L | ₹8.21 L |
| Andhra Pradesh | 8 | 200 | ₹9.88 L | ₹6.51 L |
| Delhi | 7 | 422 | ₹7.06 L | ₹11.94 L |
| Odisha | 7 | 200 | ₹10.44 L | ₹6.33 L |
| Telangana | 5 | 285 | ₹9.30 L | ₹8.05 L |
| Chhattisgarh | 4 | 130 | ₹4.92 L | ₹11.07 L |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 4 | 150 | ₹5.01 L | ₹5.20 L |
| Assam | 3 | 80 | ₹8.00 L | - |
| Bihar | 3 | 70 | ₹7.57 L | ₹8.55 L |
| Uttarakhand | 3 | 130 | ₹13.61 L | ₹5.00 L |
| Himachal Pradesh | 2 | 58 | ₹13.61 L | ₹10.60 L |
| Meghalaya | 2 | 30 | ₹34.0 K | - |
| Goa | 1 | 60 | ₹3.59 L | - |
| Jharkhand | 1 | 40 | ₹21.73 L | ₹11.57 L |
| Mizoram | 1 | 30 | ₹1.92 L | ₹4.80 L |
Top B.Arch Colleges in Maharashtra
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| SVKM's NMIMS | - | ₹42.50 L | ₹25.13 L | #24 in Management (NIRF 2025) |
| VNIT Nagpur | 62 | ₹9.58 L | ₹5.10 L | #44 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| Ideas Institute of Design Education and Architecture Studies | 120 | ₹4.66 L | - | #50 in Architecture (IndiaToday 2025) |
| Balwant Sheth School of Architecture | 80 | ₹41.35 L | - | - |
| Tulsiramji Gaikwad-Patil College of Engineering and Technology | 40 | ₹5.97 L | - | #242 in Engineering pvt (IndiaToday 2024) |
Top B.Arch Colleges in Karnataka
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| Christ University Bangalore India | 80 | ₹17.93 L | ₹7.00 L | #96 (NIRF 2025) |
| NITTE University | 40 | ₹17.00 L | - | #80 in University (NIRF 2025) |
| Bangalore University | 40 | ₹1.50 L | - | #65 in University (NIRF 2025) |
| PES University | 40 | ₹22.60 L | ₹13.21 L | #151-200 in University (NIRF 2025) |
| MSRIT | 80 | ₹4.83 L | ₹7.66 L | #75 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
Top B.Arch Colleges in Gujarat
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| Nirma University | 120 | ₹15.64 L | ₹4.17 L | #53 in Management (NIRF 2025) |
| Ganpat University | 40 | ₹7.11 L | ₹4.05 L | #101-125 in Pharmacy (NIRF 2025) |
| Parul University | 60 | ₹8.00 L | ₹8.00 L | #41 in Pharmacy (NIRF 2025) |
| PP Savani University | 40 | ₹9.61 L | ₹9.00 L | #153 in BBA (IndiaToday 2025) |
| VNSGU Surat | 40 | ₹3.95 L | - | - |
Top B.Arch Colleges in Tamil Nadu
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| NIT Trichy | 60 | ₹8.14 L | ₹16.43 L | #9 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | 40 | ₹20.00 L | ₹8.34 L | #23 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| VIT Vellore | 80 | ₹15.55 L | ₹9.90 L | #16 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| Karpagam Academy of Higher Education | 80 | - | - | #101-150 in University (NIRF 2025) |
| Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University | 40 | ₹8.50 L | - | - |
Top B.Arch Colleges in Kerala
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| NIT Calicut | 40 | ₹11.56 L | ₹13.39 L | #21 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| GECT | - | - | - | #201-300 in Engineering (NIRF 2024) |
| CET Trivandrum | 40 | ₹36.3 K | - | #101-150 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| RIT | 40 | ₹43.3 K | - | - |
| Avani Institute of Design, Kozhikkode | 80 | ₹2.75 L | - | - |
B.Arch College Comparison
| College | Fees | Seats | Average Package | Ranking |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹14.86 L | - | ₹12.62 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| IIT Roorkee | ₹14.38 L | 40 | ₹5.00 L | #6 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| IIT BHU | ₹10.55 L | 26 | ₹22.77 L | #10 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| NIT Trichy | ₹8.14 L | 60 | ₹16.43 L | #9 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | ₹20.00 L | 40 | ₹8.34 L | #23 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
B.Arch Fees Analysis
B.Arch Fee Overview
| Metric | Value |
| Average Fees | ₹8.14 L |
| Median Fees | ₹6.25 L |
| Lowest Fees | ₹26.1 K |
| Highest Fees | ₹43.30 L |
B.Arch Government College Fees
| College | Fees |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹14.86 L |
| IIT Roorkee | ₹14.38 L |
| IIT BHU | ₹10.55 L |
| NIT Trichy | ₹8.14 L |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | ₹20.00 L |
B.Arch Private College Fees
| College | Fees |
| CU Mohali | ₹11.14 L |
| Nirma University | ₹15.64 L |
| Christ University Bangalore India | ₹17.93 L |
| Manipal University Jaipur | ₹27.54 L |
| IPS Academy | ₹2.61 L |
B.Arch State Wise Fee Analysis
| State | Average Fees |
| Jharkhand | ₹21.73 L |
| Himachal Pradesh | ₹13.61 L |
| Uttarakhand | ₹13.61 L |
| Odisha | ₹10.44 L |
| Andhra Pradesh | ₹9.88 L |
| Telangana | ₹9.30 L |
| Maharashtra | ₹9.18 L |
| Haryana | ₹9.06 L |
| Rajasthan | ₹8.92 L |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹8.79 L |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹8.72 L |
| Karnataka | ₹8.17 L |
| Assam | ₹8.00 L |
| Gujarat | ₹7.69 L |
| West Bengal | ₹7.66 L |
| Bihar | ₹7.57 L |
| Delhi | ₹7.06 L |
| Punjab | ₹7.01 L |
| Madhya Pradesh | ₹6.03 L |
| Jammu and Kashmir | ₹5.01 L |
| Chhattisgarh | ₹4.92 L |
| Kerala | ₹3.76 L |
| Goa | ₹3.59 L |
| Mizoram | ₹1.92 L |
| Meghalaya | ₹34.0 K |
B.Arch Fees by Course
| Course | Fee Range |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹10.00 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹8.75 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹10.10 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹4.70 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹2.75 L |
Lowest Fee B.Arch Colleges
| College | Fees |
| Jadavpur University | ₹26.1 K |
| NEHU Shillong | ₹34.0 K |
| DEI Agra | ₹35.3 K |
| CET Trivandrum | ₹36.3 K |
| RIT | ₹43.3 K |
Highest Fee B.Arch Colleges
| College | Fees |
| OP Jindal Global University | ₹43.30 L |
| SVKM's NMIMS | ₹42.50 L |
| Balwant Sheth School of Architecture | ₹41.35 L |
| NMIMS Mumbai | ₹41.35 L |
| Manipal University Jaipur | ₹27.54 L |
B.Arch ROI Analysis
Best ROI B.Arch Colleges
| College | Total Fees | Average Package | ROI Score |
| IIT BHU | ₹10.55 L | ₹22.77 L | 71.95 |
| MANIT Bhopal | ₹7.99 L | ₹15.60 L | 61.9 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | ₹6.35 L | ₹13.78 L | 61.5 |
| NIT Trichy | ₹8.14 L | ₹16.43 L | 61.09 |
| IGDTUW Delhi | ₹14.69 L | ₹19.15 L | 60.98 |
| IPS Academy | ₹2.61 L | ₹7.41 L | 58.04 |
| VSSUT | ₹2.15 L | ₹6.42 L | 57.72 |
| Amity University Gwalior | ₹4.70 L | ₹9.60 L | 55.62 |
| Siddaganga Institute of Technology | ₹4.83 L | ₹9.00 L | 53.59 |
| Mizoram University | ₹1.92 L | ₹4.80 L | 52.79 |
Best ROI Government B.Arch Colleges
| College | ROI Score |
| IIT BHU | 71.95 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 61.9 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | 61.5 |
| NIT Trichy | 61.09 |
| IGDTUW Delhi | 60.98 |
| VSSUT | 57.72 |
| Mizoram University | 52.79 |
| NIT Raipur | 52.18 |
| SVKM's NMIMS | 51.91 |
| NIT Calicut | 49.36 |
Best ROI Private B.Arch Colleges
| College | ROI Score |
| IPS Academy | 58.04 |
| Amity University Gwalior | 55.62 |
| Siddaganga Institute of Technology | 53.59 |
| Sathyabama University | 51.23 |
| MSRIT | 49.78 |
| Chitkara University | 48.15 |
| Ganga Institute of Technology and Management | 45.67 |
| Indus University | 44.17 |
| SSIU | 44.09 |
| PP Savani University | 43.82 |
B.Arch Highest ROI States
| State | ROI Score |
| Mizoram | 52.79 |
| Chhattisgarh | 52.18 |
| Delhi | 51.42 |
| Kerala | 49.36 |
| Bihar | 48.53 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 45.21 |
| Karnataka | 41 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 40.74 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 39.85 |
| Punjab | 39.29 |
B.Arch ROI by Specialization
| Specialization | Fees | Package | ROI Score |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) (Self-financed) | ₹4.41 L | ₹13.78 L | 67.21 |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹8.25 L | ₹7.54 L | 41.39 |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | ₹6.25 L | ₹4.50 L | 31.55 |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) (Evening) | ₹6.25 L | ₹4.50 L | 31.55 |
B.Arch Cutoff Analysis
Admissions to the top colleges offering B.Arch are primarily based on entrance exam scores. The tables below outline the opening and closing ranks across various categories for the JEE Main in 2025.
B.Arch Previous Year Cutoff Trends
| Year | Average Closing Rank |
| 2025 | 1,150 |
| 2024 | 3,157 |
| 2023 | 230 |
| 2022 | 1,726 |
Most Competitive B.Arch Colleges
| College | Closing Rank |
| SPA Delhi | 183 |
| NIT Calicut | 289 |
| School of Planning and Architecture | 407 |
| SPAV | 518 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 608 |
Lowest Cutoff B.Arch Colleges
| College | Closing Rank |
| IUST | 1,271 |
| SMVDU | 1,165 |
| Mizoram University | 1,119 |
| NIT Hamirpur | 987 |
| NIT Raipur | 980 |
Latest B.Arch Cutoff for JEE Main 2025
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| NIT Calicut | 289 | 289 |
| VNIT Nagpur | 707 | 707 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 608 | 608 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 882 | 882 |
| BIT Mesra | 648 | 809 |
| IIEST Shibpur | 923 | 923 |
| SMVDU | 929 | 1,165 |
| IUST | 1,119 | 1,271 |
| SPA Delhi | 158 | 183 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 974 | 974 |
B.Arch General College-wise Cutoff for JEE Main 2025
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| NIT Calicut | 289 | 289 |
| VNIT Nagpur | 707 | 707 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 608 | 608 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 882 | 882 |
| BIT Mesra | 648 | 809 |
| IIEST Shibpur | 923 | 923 |
| SMVDU | 929 | 1,165 |
| IUST | 1,119 | 1,271 |
| SPA Delhi | 158 | 183 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 974 | 974 |
B.Arch EWS Category Cutoff (JEE Main 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| NIT Calicut | 98 | 98 |
| VNIT Nagpur | 278 | 278 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 217 | 217 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 324 | 324 |
| BIT Mesra | 265 | 280 |
| IIEST Shibpur | 317 | 317 |
| SMVDU | 281 | 415 |
| SPA Delhi | 74 | 197 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 252 | 252 |
| NIT Raipur | 298 | 298 |
B.Arch SC Category Cutoff (JEE Main 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| VNIT Nagpur | 220 | 220 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 183 | 183 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 256 | 256 |
| BIT Mesra | 206 | 269 |
| IIEST Shibpur | 251 | 251 |
| SMVDU | 315 | 334 |
| IUST | 282 | 341 |
| SPA Delhi | 79 | 111 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 232 | 232 |
| NIT Raipur | 241 | 241 |
B.Arch ST Category Cutoff (JEE Main 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| VNIT Nagpur | 100 | 100 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 110 | 110 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 147 | 147 |
| BIT Mesra | 56 | 56 |
| IIEST Shibpur | 81 | 81 |
| SMVDU | 160 | 171 |
| IUST | 218 | 239 |
| SPA Delhi | 43 | 46 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 158 | 158 |
| NIT Raipur | 69 | 69 |
B.Arch Placement Report
Placement outcomes are a critical factor in evaluating B.Arch programmes. Below is a comprehensive overview of the placement statistics, course-wise placement data, and top-performing colleges.
B.Arch Placement Highlights
| Metric | Value |
| Highest Package | ₹1.20 Cr |
| Average Package | ₹7.19 L |
| Median Package | ₹4.51 L |
| Placement Rate | 25% |
B.Arch Placement by Courses
| Course | Average Package |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | ₹7.22 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | ₹4.50 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) (Evening) | ₹4.50 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) (Self-financed) | ₹13.78 L |
Highest Placement B.Arch Colleges
| College | Average Package |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹12.62 L |
| IIT Roorkee | ₹5.00 L |
| IIT BHU | ₹22.77 L |
| NIT Trichy | ₹16.43 L |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | ₹8.34 L |
B.Arch Salary Analysis
Salary outcomes are a key indicator of the value of pursuing B.Arch programmes. Below is a detailed analysis of the average starting salaries across various courses and colleges.
B.Arch Salary by Courses
| Course | Average Salary |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) (Self-financed) | ₹13.78 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | ₹7.22 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | ₹4.50 L |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) (Evening) | ₹4.50 L |
Highest Paying B.Arch Colleges
| College | Average Salary |
| IIT BHU | ₹22.77 L |
| IGDTUW Delhi | ₹19.15 L |
| NIT Trichy | ₹16.43 L |
| MANIT Bhopal | ₹15.60 L |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | ₹13.78 L |
B.Arch vs Other Courses
Comparing B.Arch with similar course groups in the same stream helps in evaluating fees, placement outcomes, return on investment, and college options. Below is a detailed comparison.
| Parameter | B.Arch | M.Plan | B.Plan | M.Arch |
| Fees | ₹26.1 K – ₹43.30 L | ₹15.5 K – ₹7.65 L | ₹74.0 K – ₹11.20 L | ₹9.6 K – ₹16.32 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.19 L | ₹7.93 L | ₹8.26 L | ₹6.45 L |
| Placement Rate | 25% | 32% | 17% | 18% |
| ROI | 88.3% | 280.3% | 156.2% | 250.9% |
| Colleges | 301 | 65 | 29 | 101 |
B.Arch Frequently Asked Questions
Admission & Eligibility
What is B.Arch?
B.Arch is a popular academic stream typically spanning 5 Years, offered by over 301 colleges in India. It prepares students for diverse professional roles by combining theoretical knowledge with practical training.
Which entrance exams are accepted for B.Arch?
Admissions to B.Arch programmes are commonly based on entrance exams. Popular exams accepted include JEE Main, JEE Advanced, WBJEE, CUET, and CBSE Class 12 Exam.
Colleges & Fees
Which are the top colleges offering B.Arch?
Some of the leading colleges offering B.Arch in India include SVKM's NMIMS, IIT BHU, and IGDTUW Delhi. These colleges are highly ranked and preferred for their academics, faculty, and placement records.
How many colleges offer B.Arch?
There are over 301 colleges in India offering programmes within the B.Arch group.
What are the average fees for B.Arch?
The average tuition fees range from ₹26.1 K to ₹43.30 L. Government colleges are highly affordable, whereas private universities generally charge higher tuition fees.
Cutoff & Seats
What is the latest cutoff for B.Arch?
The cutoff depends on the entrance exam and the specific college. For JEE Main in 2025, the cutoff ranges are detailed in our Cutoff Analysis section above, showing a cutoff label of Closing Rank.
How many seats are available for B.Arch?
There are approximately 4 – 200 seats available across all participating colleges in India for these programmes.
Which specialization has the highest seat intake?
Specializations like General typically have the highest intake capacity and see the maximum number of student enrollments each year.
Placements & Salary
What is the average package for B.Arch graduates?
The average salary package secured by graduates is approximately ₹7.50 L, depending on the candidate's skills, college tier, and location.
What is the highest package offered?
The highest placement packages for graduates of this course group reach up to ₹2.14 Cr, typically offered by top-tier MNCs and technology firms during campus recruitments.
Which colleges have the best placements?
Premier institutes and top-ranked colleges like SVKM's NMIMS, IIT BHU, and IGDTUW Delhi are renowned for offering the best placement percentages and average packages.
Which specialization offers the highest salary?
Specializations in high demand, such as General, tend to command the highest starting salary packages in the industry.
Which recruiters hire B.Arch graduates?
Graduates are recruited by leading firms across the Architecture sector. Top recruiters include major multinational corporations, technical firms, consulting agencies, and domestic enterprises.
ROI & Careers
Which college offers the best ROI?
Jamia Millia Islamia (312.24%) offers one of the best Return on Investment (ROI), where low tuition fees are paired with high average salary packages.
Which specialization offers the best ROI?
Core and highly sought-after specializations like General generally offer the best ROI due to strong market demand and high recruiter interest.
What is the future scope of B.Arch?
The future scope is highly promising due to ongoing digital transformation, industrial growth, and the constant need for qualified specialists in the Architecture sector.
