Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch]

Andhra University’s 5-year Bachelor of Architecture program, offered through the Andhra University College of Engineering in Visakhapatnam, admits students on the basis of NATA scores from the Council of Architecture, with an annual intake of 40 seats. The total course fee is INR 13,29,742. Ranked 23rd among universities in India by NIRF 2025, the university is one of Andhra Pradesh’s most established public institutions and a prominent destination for architecture aspirants in the southern region.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. NATA Phase 2 exam begins 7 August 2026.

Andhra University B.Arch Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Course Fee (5 Years)	INR 13,29,742
Hostel Charges (Optional)	INR 31,450 to 33,850 per year
Total Fees	INR 13,29,742

• Hostel charges are optional and not included in the total course fee.
• Both Boys and Girls hostels are available with similar annual fee structures.
• Students may explore off-campus accommodation options in Visakhapatnam city.

Andhra University B.Arch Admission 2026

Event	Date
NATA 2026 Registration Opens	March 9, 2026
NATA 2026 Phase 1 Exam	April 4 to June 13, 2026
NATA 2026 Phase 2 Exam	August 7 and 8, 2026
NATA 2026 Result Declaration	Within 7 days of the exam
APSCHE B.Arch Counselling Registration	September 2026 (Tentative)
APSCHE Seat Allotment	October 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	November 2026 (Tentative)

• Qualifying NATA Phase 1 or Phase 2 is mandatory for counselling eligibility.
• APSCHE conducts B.Arch counselling at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for AP institutions.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from a recognized board, securing a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in both the qualifying exam and PCM subjects separately.
• A valid NATA score from the Council of Architecture is mandatory and must be obtained before participating in APSCHE B.Arch counselling.
• Candidates who appeared in 10+2 final examinations and are awaiting results may apply provisionally, subject to meeting eligibility requirements at the time of admission.

Admission Process

• Register at nata.in and appear for NATA 2026 Phase 1 or Phase 2 as per preference.
• Download the NATA scorecard from the Council of Architecture portal after result declaration.
• Monitor the APSCHE website at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for the B.Arch counselling notification and schedule.
• Register for APSCHE B.Arch counselling, pay the registration fee, and upload required documents including NATA scorecard, 10+2 marksheet, and category certificates.
• Fill in college and course preferences through the APSCHE web options window, prioritizing Andhra University College of Engineering.
• Report to AUCE Visakhapatnam for document verification and fee payment upon seat allotment to confirm enrollment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking affordable B.Arch under a government university fee structure in AP.
• Planning to build a career in Andhra Pradesh or the wider southern India market.
• Looking for a NIRF-ranked public university with an established campus environment.
• Eligible for state government scholarships such as Jagananna Vidya Deevena.

✗ Skip if

• Expecting a metropolitan campus with internship access in larger cities.
• Require published course-specific placement data before making a decision.
• Prefer private universities with modern design studio and smart lab facilities.
• Looking for colleges with active international architecture firm collaborations.

Andhra University B.Arch Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Jagananna Vidya Deevena (JVD)	Full fee reimbursement	AP domicile students from economically weaker sections with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs
AP Post-Matric Scholarship	Full tuition fee and maintenance allowance	SC, ST, and Backward Class students from Andhra Pradesh
AP Jnana Bhumi Scholarship	Up to INR 20,000 per year	Merit-based award for AP domicile students with good academic standing

• JVD scholarship amount is disbursed in four instalments per academic year.
• Submit scholarship applications at the official AP government portal apsche.ap.gov.in.
• Students must maintain minimum attendance norms to retain scholarship benefits.

• 32 out of 48 under IIRF Architecture Ranking 2025.

Read more on Andhra University Visakhapatnam Rankings here

Andhra University B.Arch FAQs

Ques. What entrance exam is accepted for B.Arch admission at Andhra University?

Ans. Andhra University College of Engineering accepts NATA scores for B.Arch admission. NATA is conducted by the Council of Architecture in two phases each year. Candidates must qualify either NATA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and then register for APSCHE B.Arch centralized counselling to secure a seat at the university.

Ques. What is the intake capacity for B.Arch at Andhra University?

Ans. The B.Arch program at Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam, has an annual sanctioned intake of 40 seats. Seat allotment is managed by APSCHE through centralized online counselling based on the candidate’s NATA merit rank and the preference order submitted during the web options round.

Ques. What is the minimum 10+2 aggregate required for B.Arch at Andhra University?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, securing a minimum aggregate of 50% in the qualifying examination and separately in PCM subjects. Candidates who have appeared in 10+2 final examinations and await results may apply provisionally, subject to fulfilling the criteria at admission time.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Arch students at Andhra University?

Ans. Yes, Andhra University provides separate Boys and Girls hostel facilities on campus in Visakhapatnam. Annual hostel charges range from INR 31,450 to INR 33,850 depending on room type and facilities. Hostel accommodation is optional and students may choose to reside off-campus in Visakhapatnam city.

Ques. What scholarships are available for B.Arch students at Andhra University?

Ans. B.Arch students at Andhra University can apply for the Jagananna Vidya Deevena scholarship for full fee reimbursement, the AP Post-Matric Scholarship for SC, ST, and BC students, and the AP Jnana Bhumi merit scholarship of up to INR 20,000 per year. Applications are submitted through the official AP government scholarship portal each academic year.

Ques. How is APSCHE B.Arch counselling different from direct Andhra University admission?

Ans. B.Arch seats at Andhra University are filled exclusively through APSCHE centralized counselling and not through a separate university-level process. Candidates must qualify NATA, register on the APSCHE portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, complete document verification, fill web options for preferred colleges, and receive a seat allotment before reporting to the university for fee payment.