{"id":2534,"date":"2020-12-22T13:53:09","date_gmt":"2020-12-22T13:53:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/blog\/?p=2534"},"modified":"2025-01-10T09:25:53","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T03:55:53","slug":"top-architecture-colleges-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/?p=2534","title":{"rendered":"Top Architecture Colleges in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Blog Logo Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; inner_width_tablet=&#8221;50px&#8221; inner_max_width_tablet=&#8221;50px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px|&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; global_module=&#8221;14952&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; 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Choosing the right architecture college is a crucial first step. India boasts numerous prestigious institutions offering excellent architectural education. This blog highlights some of the top architecture colleges in India, along with information on entrance exams and other key details.<\/p>\n<p>Why Choosing the Right Architecture College Matters:<\/p>\n<p>The quality of your architectural education significantly impacts your future career. A good college provides:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A strong foundation in design principles: Covering theory, history, and practical application.<\/li>\n<li>Exposure to industry-standard tools and technologies: Such as CAD, BIM, and digital fabrication.<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities for hands-on learning: Through studio projects, workshops, and internships.<\/li>\n<li>Networking opportunities: Connecting with faculty, alumni, and industry professionals.<\/li>\n<li>Accreditation and recognition: Ensuring your degree is valued by employers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Entrance Exams for Architecture in India:<\/p>\n<p>Admission to architecture colleges in India primarily relies on the following entrance exams:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA): Conducted by the Council of Architecture (CoA), NATA assesses drawing and observation skills, sense of proportion, aesthetic sensitivity, and critical thinking.<\/li>\n<li>Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main Paper 2: Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JEE Main Paper 2 is another entrance exam for architecture admissions, particularly for NITs (National Institutes of Technology) and other centrally funded institutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Top Architecture Colleges in India (with Focus on Maharashtra):<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a table showcasing some of the top architecture colleges in India, with a focus on Maharashtra, including the ones you specifically requested:<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College Name<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entrance Exams Accepted<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Features<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sir J.J. College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbai<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the oldest and most prestigious architecture colleges in India, known for its strong emphasis on design and history.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture and Environmental Studies<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbai<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on sustainable architecture and environmental studies.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rachna Sansad Academy Of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbai<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emphasizes a practical approach to architectural education.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">B.K.P.S. College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pune<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for its experienced faculty and focus on contemporary architectural trends.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L.S. Raheja School of Architecture, Bandra(E)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbai<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offers a well-rounded curriculum with a focus on design and technology.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Satish Misal Educational Foundation&#8217;s BRICK school of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pune<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emphasizes hands-on learning and sustainable practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Education Society&#8217;s College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbai<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on integrating traditional and contemporary architectural concepts.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School of Environment and Architecture, Borivali<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbai<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong focus on environmental sustainability and ecological design.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marathwada Mitra Mandal&#8217;s College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pune<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for its experienced faculty and focus on practical training.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IITs (e.g., IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Bombay)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various Locations<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JEE Main Paper 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong emphasis on technology and research, often with a focus on urban planning and sustainable development.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NITs (National Institutes of Technology)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various Locations<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JEE Main Paper 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer quality architectural education with a focus on technology and engineering aspects.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CEPT University<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ahmedabad<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, CEPT Entrance Exam<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A renowned institution known for its focus on planning and technology, in addition to design.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MAH-AAC-CET: Maharashtra Architecture Common Entrance Test. This is the state-level entrance exam for architecture admissions in Maharashtra.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Entrance Exams and Eligibility Criteria:<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College Name<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entrance Exam<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility Criteria<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sir J.J. College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture and Environmental Studies<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rachna Sansad Academy Of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">B.K.P.S. College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L.S. Raheja School of Architecture, Bandra(E)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Satish Misal Educational Foundation&#8217;s BRICK school of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Education Society&#8217;s College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School of Environment and Architecture, Borivali<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marathwada Mitra Mandal&#8217;s College of Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, MAH-AAC-CET<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IITs (e.g., IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Bombay)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JEE Main Paper 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NITs (National Institutes of Technology)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JEE Main Paper 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CEPT University<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NATA, CEPT Entrance Exam<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10+2 with PCM and minimum 50% marks<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Key Factors Beyond Rankings:<\/p>\n<p>While rankings can be helpful, consider these additional factors:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Faculty expertise and teaching methodology: Research the faculty&#8217;s background and teaching style.<\/li>\n<li>Infrastructure and facilities: Visit the campus (if possible) to assess the studios, workshops, and other resources.<\/li>\n<li>Location and campus environment: Consider the location&#8217;s accessibility and the overall campus culture.<\/li>\n<li>Internship and placement opportunities: Look for colleges with strong industry connections.<\/li>\n<li>Specializations offered: If you have a specific area of interest within architecture, check if the college offers relevant specializations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Conclusion:<\/p>\n<p>Choosing the right architecture college is a crucial decision. By carefully considering the factors mentioned above and researching the specific programs offered by each institution, you can make an informed choice and embark on a successful architectural journey. Remember to prioritize your individual needs and aspirations when making your final decision.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_comments _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_comments][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aspiring to design iconic structures and shape the built environment? Choosing the right architecture college is a crucial first step. India boasts numerous prestigious institutions offering excellent architectural education. This blog highlights some of the top architecture colleges in India, along with information on entrance exams and other key details. Why Choosing the Right Architecture [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":15256,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>Over the years, architecture has emerged as an exciting career option for students who have a knack for creativity, and observational and problem-solving skills. It can be a rewarding career option if you choose the right course and take admission to the best BArch college in India.<\/p><p>Read on to know more about the BArch course programme, the top colleges for it, and how it fares as a career option.<\/p><p><strong>All about B.Arch program<\/strong><\/p><p>B.Arch is the acronym for Bachelor of Architecture. It is a degree course at the undergraduate level with a duration of five years. Generally, the courses under this program involve a combination of both theoretical and practical methods of teaching.<\/p><p>The examinations for this degree course takes place under a semester system. As regards the eligibility criteria for candidates, they need to have at least 50% marks at the higher-secondary level in the science\/arts\/commerce stream.<\/p><p>The necessary details for B.Arch programme are given below.<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Level of the course<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Undergraduate (UG)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Type of examination<\/td><td>Semester system<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Course duration<\/td><td>5 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum qualification\/ percentage of marks necessary<\/td><td>50% marks at the higher secondary level<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Average course fees<\/td><td>Rs. 2-6 lakh<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/blog\/2021\/01\/18\/career-opportunities-in-architecture-eligibility-criteria\/\">Career Opportunities in Architecture, Eligibility & Criteria<\/a><\/p><p>You will need an artistic mindset to carve our your professional career as an architect. By nature, architectural jobs necessitate problem-solving skills. You will come to learn various concepts in construction engineering through both theoretical and practical methods.<\/p><p>With the construction sector in India evolving rapidly, aspirants of architectural courses can look forward to a future with brilliant academic and career prospects to achieve their objectives on both fronts.<\/p><p>If you have already decided on the branch of architectural course in which you want to take admission, start your preparation for the entrance test at the earliest. By cracking the entrance exam with success, and getting into the merit list, you will be able to enrol for your preferred course in one of the leading B.Arch colleges in India.<\/p><p>Many reputed <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/nata-entrance-exam-coaching.html\">NATA coaching<\/a>\u00a0centres provide coaching classes to clarify the concepts of architecture.<\/p><p>You can get study material from such institutes and also study <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/nata-self-study-materials.html\">NATA books<\/a>\u00a0to enhance your <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/nata-entrance-exam-coaching.html\">NATA preparation<\/a>.<\/p><p><strong>Entrance exam details<\/strong><\/p><p>The two popular entrance examinations for this purpose are the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) and the Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT). Out of both these options, most aspirants of design courses prepare for the farmer option due to its acceptance in the majority of B.Arch colleges in India.<\/p><p>You can start your preparations for AAT if you wish to take admission in one of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).<\/p><p><strong>Top Arch colleges list with Location, Entrance exam, seats, approx. fees<\/strong><\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>College<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Entrance exam<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Number of seats<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approximate fees (in Rs.)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Roorkee<\/td><td>Roorkee, Uttarakhand<\/td><td>JEE Main<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>77,280<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Kharagpur<\/td><td>Kharagpur, West Bengal<\/td><td>JEE Main<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>74,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NIT Calicut<\/td><td>Calicut, Kerala<\/td><td>JEE Main<\/td><td>54<\/td><td>90,300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sir JJ College of Architecture<\/td><td>Mumbai, Maharashtra<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>82<\/td><td>17,800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NIT Tiruchirapalli<\/td><td>Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu<\/td><td>JEE Main<\/td><td>46<\/td><td>39,350<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics, JMI<\/td><td>Delhi<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>64,490<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BIT Mesra<\/td><td>Mesra, Jharkhand<\/td><td>JEE Main<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>2,42,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics, JMI<\/td><td>Delhi<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>64,490<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rizvi College of Architecture<\/td><td>Mumbai, Maharashtra<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>62,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>School of Planning and Architecture<\/td><td>New Delhi<\/td><td>JEE Main<\/td><td>105<\/td><td>46,300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Anna University<\/td><td>Chennai, Tamil Nadu<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>30,020<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology<\/td><td>Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh<\/td><td>JEE Mains<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>1,38,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology<\/td><td>Nagpur, Maharashtra<\/td><td>JEE Mains<\/td><td>62<\/td><td>1,60,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Malviya National Institute of Technology<\/td><td>Jaipur, Rajasthan<\/td><td>JEE Mains<\/td><td>62<\/td><td>97,320<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies<\/td><td>Mumbai, Maharashtra<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>2,84,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Technology<\/td><td>Bangalore, Karnataka<\/td><td>NATA<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>55,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><strong>Architecture as a career option<\/strong><\/p><p>Architecture is s a rewarding career option with a broader career scope. It is a competitive sphere that demands good creative and observational skills in candidates to land the right job.<\/p><p>A lot has changed in architecture over the last few years. In the past, most people viewed it as a chic profession for the elite class. But its emerging diversification has invited people from diverse backgrounds to become a part of it.<\/p><p>As a career option, it leads to high-salaried jobs with abundant growth opportunities. Thus, by being an architect, you can expect both remuneration and growth for advancing your career goals.<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Architects occupy an important position in the construction industry. They work on projects related to the construction of houses, hotels, hospitals, residential compounds, housing colonies and other structures.<\/p><p>Speaking of career opportunities in architecture one can apply for the following job designations:<\/p><ul><li>Landscape Architect<\/li><li>Design Architect<\/li><li>Senior Principal Architect<\/li><li>Urban Planner<\/li><li>Interior Architect<\/li><li>Design Manager<\/li><li>Project Manager<\/li><li>Assistant professor<\/li><li>Interior Designer<\/li><li>Principal Architect<\/li><li>Architecture Designer<\/li><li>Project Architect<\/li><\/ul><p>These are just a few job options in the field of architecture. You can look for more based on your qualification. Both private and government jobs are available for deserving candidates.<\/p><p>Principal architects and project managers receive maximum salary out of the aforementioned designations.<\/p><p><strong>Final thoughts<\/strong><\/p><p>There is no shortage of options in the field of architecture, whether you talk about the availability of colleges or job options. But for success, you must make the right choice of courses. You can do it by investing some time in doing your research. Have you been searching for the right college to either begin or continue the journey of your academic career in design? Enrolling for your preferred course in one of theaforementioned colleges will pay you dividends for both your academic and professional careers.<\/p><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/blog\/2021\/05\/25\/architect-interior-design-fashion-career-guidance-for-2021-22\/\">Architect, Interior Design, Fashion Career Guidance for 2021-22<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/blog\/2021\/04\/29\/design-career-options-after-10-12th-standard-commerce-science-arts\/\"> Design Career options after 10\/12th Standard (Commerce, Science, Arts)<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/blog\/2021\/04\/02\/what-are-the-best-books-to-prepare-for-nata-entrance-exam-2019\/\">What Are The Best Books To Prepare For NATA Entrance Exam 2021?<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/blog\/2019\/06\/24\/what-are-the-best-colleges-for-architecture-that-accepts-nata-score\/\">What Are The Best Colleges For Architecture That Accepts NATA SCORE?<\/a><\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17,13],"tags":[269,270,271,272,273,274,275],"class_list":["post-2534","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all","category-nata","tag-architecture-colleges","tag-architecture-colleges-in-india","tag-b-arch-degree-course","tag-b-arch-programme","tag-barch-course-programme","tag-best-barch-college-in-india","tag-top-architecture-colleges"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2534","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2534"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2534\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39875,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2534\/revisions\/39875"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/15256"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2534"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2534"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silica.co.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2534"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}