Fees
Fees at Anna University for the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science and Engineering are structured annually and vary depending on the admission quota and scholarships. The standard tuition fee per semester is approximately INR 15,000, with an additional examination fee of about INR 1,000. Hostel fees are approximately INR 35,000 per semester, but eligible students benefit from hostel scholarships around INR 12,000. The tuition fee for this course can range from INR 10,000 to INR 70,000 per year, depending on eligibility for concessions and scholarships.
Scholarships and financial aid such as the MBC/BC and SC/ST scholarships are available for students from backward classes with an annual family income below INR 2 lakh, as well as various merit-based scholarships. Students admitted through management quota may pay fees between INR 53,000 and INR 1,10,000 annually, whereas first-generation graduates are eligible for a fee reduction of up to INR 5,000. Additional financial support includes government scholarships and private scholarships from NGOs for eligible candidates.
About Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch]
The School of Architecture and Planning at Anna University, Guindy, Chennai offers a 5-year B.Arch programme admitted through NATA scores via centralised TNEA B.Arch counselling. The total tuition fee for the programme is INR 1,65,200 over five years, making it one of the most affordable government architecture programmes in Tamil Nadu. The school operates 10 design studios and supports a cohort of 380 students across all five years.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Round 2 choice filling begins 03 August 2026.
Key Points
- Ten dedicated design studios supporting studio-based architectural learning
- Specialised environmental lab for research in sustainable and green architecture
- Art studio for hands-on mural, sculpture, and installation work within the campus
Anna University B.Arch Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Tuition | INR 45,200 |
| Year 2 Tuition | INR 30,000 |
| Year 3 Tuition | INR 30,000 |
| Year 4 Tuition | INR 30,000 |
| Year 5 Tuition | INR 30,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional) | Up to INR 78,700 per year |
| Total Fees | INR 1,65,200 |
- Hostel charges are optional and excluded from the total fee figure above.
- Tamil Nadu SC/ST students may be eligible for full tuition fee reimbursement.
Anna University B.Arch Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NATA Phase 1 Exam | April 4 to June 13, 2026 |
| TNEA B.Arch Application Opens | May 3, 2026 |
| TNEA Application Closes | June 20, 2026 |
| TNEA Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2026 |
| Round 1 College Reporting | July 26 to 30, 2026 |
| TNEA Round 2 Choice Filling | August 3, 2026 |
| NATA Phase 2 Exam | August 7 to 8, 2026 |
- NATA Phase 2 scores can be used for subsequent TNEA B.Arch counselling rounds.
- Seat allotment is done through the centralised TNEA B.Arch portal at barch.tneaonline.org.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Mathematics as a core subject
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination
- Valid NATA 2026 score from Phase 1 or Phase 2
Admission Process
- Register and appear in NATA 2026 Phase 1 or Phase 2 and obtain a valid score
- Apply on the TNEA B.Arch portal (barch.tneaonline.org) during the registration window
- Upload required documents and pay the TNEA registration fee online
- Merit list is prepared combining NATA score and normalised Class 12 marks
- Participate in TNEA B.Arch counselling rounds and fill college and course preferences
- Report to the allotted institution with original documents to confirm the seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an affordable government B.Arch from a reputed Chennai institution
- Interested in sustainable design and environmental architecture research
- Looking for studio-based learning with experienced faculty guidance
- Planning to work in Tamil Nadu or South India-based architecture firms
✗ Skip if
- Expecting pan-India placement drives with many visiting companies
- Looking for architecture education in North India or a metro outside South India
- Need a dedicated standalone architecture school outside a larger university
Anna University B.Arch Placement 2025
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 61% |
| Median Package | INR 6.5 Lakhs per annum |
| Notable Recruiter | Larsen and Toubro |
| Data Source | NIRF 2024 Report |
- Placement figures are from the NIRF 2024 report for the School of Architecture and Planning.
- Many graduates pursue independent architectural practice or postgraduate studies abroad.
Anna University B.Arch Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government SC/ST Scholarship | Full tuition fee reimbursement | Tamil Nadu SC/ST/SCA students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | Up to INR 10,000 per annum | SC/ST/OBC/Minority UG students as per National Scholarship Portal income norms |
| Reliance Foundation UG Scholarship | Up to INR 2,00,000 per annum | Merit-cum-means basis for engineering and professional degree students |
- Tamil Nadu SC/ST applications are submitted through the e-Kalai portal annually.
- NSP applications are available at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- 28 out of 40 under NIRF Architecture Ranking 2025.
Read more on Anna University Chennai Rankings here
Anna University B.Arch FAQs
Ques. How is B.Arch admission at Anna University different from engineering admissions?
Ans. Unlike B.Tech and BE admissions at Anna University which rely on JEE Main or TNEA scores, the B.Arch admission is based on NATA score and Class 12 marks combined. Seat allotment is done through the separate TNEA B.Arch portal (barch.tneaonline.org) and not through the regular TNEA engineering portal. Candidates must have Mathematics at 10+2 level and a valid NATA score from Phase 1 or Phase 2 to be eligible.
Ques. What are the key studio and lab facilities at the School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University?
Ans. The School of Architecture and Planning operates ten design studios that support the studio-based architectural education model across all five years of the programme. There is also a specialised environmental lab where students study sustainable design principles and conduct research on environmentally responsible architecture. An art studio with facilities for murals, sculpture, and painting complements the design curriculum throughout the course.
Ques. Can I use my NATA Phase 2 score for Anna University B.Arch counselling?
Ans. Yes, NATA Phase 2 scores can be used for subsequent TNEA B.Arch counselling rounds. Students who appear for NATA Phase 2 in August 2026 and receive results within seven days of the exam can participate in later counselling rounds if seats remain unfilled after Rounds 1 and 2. Candidates should monitor the official TNEA B.Arch portal for round-wise eligibility based on NATA score cutoffs.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Arch from the School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University?
Ans. Graduates typically join architecture and construction firms, urban design consultancies, government housing boards, and town planning bodies. Companies like Larsen and Toubro recruit architecture graduates for project and construction management roles. Many graduates also establish independent architectural practices or pursue postgraduate studies in architecture, urban design, and landscape architecture in India and abroad.
Ques. Are there scholarships available for B.Arch students at Anna University?
Ans. Yes, Tamil Nadu government SC/ST students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum are eligible for full tuition fee reimbursement through the state scholarship scheme. The NSP Post-Matric Scholarship supports reserved category students with up to INR 10,000 per annum. The Reliance Foundation UG Scholarship is available to eligible professional degree students on a merit-cum-means basis with support up to INR 2,00,000 per annum.
Ques. How many seats are available for B.Arch at the School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University?
Ans. The School of Architecture and Planning at Anna University, Guindy, Chennai has a total student strength of 380 students across all five years of the B.Arch programme. The annual intake per batch is 70 to 80 seats, including government merit seats and reserved category seats allotted through the TNEA B.Arch counselling process. The exact seat matrix for each year is published on the TNEA B.Arch portal before counselling begins.