Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch]

The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at the University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE), Bangalore, is a five-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated with Bangalore University and recognised by the Council of Architecture (CoA). The programme covers architectural design and theory, building construction and materials, structural systems, environmental and urban design, history of architecture, BIM and digital drafting, landscape design, architectural practice, and a fifth-year thesis project, preparing graduates for architectural practice and urban design. UVCE, founded in 1917, is one of Karnataka’s most prestigious government institutions and holds NAAC ’A’ grade (score 3.17) accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 2,66,000 for the five years at this government institution.

📋 Admission Status: UVCE B.Arch admissions for 2026-27 are processed through NATA 2026 score-based KEA counseling for Karnataka domicile students. Apply at kea.kar.nic.in after KEA counseling schedule is announced.

Key Points

• Five-year B.Arch at UVCE Bangalore, affiliated with Bangalore University and recognised by Council of Architecture
• Covers architectural design, structural systems, environmental design, urban planning, BIM, and fifth-year thesis
• Eligibility: 10+2 with Mathematics and minimum 50% marks; valid NATA 2026 score

UVCE Bangalore B.Arch Fees

• Tier 3a; verify 2026-27 fee at uvce.ac.in.
• Government-regulated; may vary for non-Karnataka students.
• Hostel charges separate; contact UVCE campus for details.

UVCE Bangalore B.Arch Admission 2026

Important Dates

• NATA 2026 Phase 1: April 4 to June 13, 2026.
• NATA 2026 Phase 2: August 7 to 8, 2026.
• Eligibility: 10+2 with Mathematics; 50% aggregate; valid NATA score.
• Admission via NATA score-based KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in.
• Verify B.Arch seats and counseling schedule at kea.kar.nic.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Mathematics as a compulsory subject from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka domicile students).
• A valid NATA 2026 score (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) conducted by the Council of Architecture is mandatory. Karnataka domicile students are admitted through NATA score-based KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in. There is no age limit for B.Arch admissions.

Admission Process

• Register and appear for NATA 2026 (Phase 1: April 4 to June 13, 2026; Phase 2: August 7 to 8, 2026) at nata.in. Registration starts March 9, 2026.
• Obtain NATA 2026 scorecard; result declared within 7 days of the exam. Minimum NATA score as per CoA and KEA norms is required for counseling eligibility.
• Register for KEA B.Arch counseling at kea.kar.nic.in; submit NATA score, 10+2 marks, and Karnataka domicile documents.
• Participate in KEA B.Arch counseling option entry; choose UVCE Bangalore as preferred college. Seat allotment is merit-based on NATA score.
• Receive seat allotment letter; pay Year 1 fee (INR 53,200) and complete document verification at UVCE Department of Architecture, Bangalore.
• Complete admission formalities; classes commence August 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

• Career target is practising architect, urban designer, or built environment professional in Karnataka or across India
• Strong aptitude for design, spatial thinking, and creative problem-solving, with Mathematics in 10+2
• Government college fee of INR 2,66,000 for a 5-year B.Arch is exceptional value compared to private architecture colleges
• UVCE’s historic campus and Bangalore University affiliation support CoA registration and public sector architecture roles
• Planning to pursue M.Arch (PGCET Karnataka) or government architecture and urban planning roles after B.Arch

✗ Skip if

• Pure engineering (non-architecture) career preferred; B.Arch leads to architecture practice, urban design, and built environment roles
• SPA Delhi, CEPT Ahmedabad, or IIT Architecture programme brand required for top-tier design studios or international practice
• No Mathematics in 10+2; Mathematics is a mandatory eligibility requirement for B.Arch admission
• International architecture practice requires globally accredited architecture degree or RIBA/ARB Part 1/2 recognition

UVCE Bangalore B.Arch Scholarships 2026

• Karnataka government fee concession for SC/ST/OBC students; apply via KEA.
• Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
• Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state scholarship portal.

UVCE Bangalore B.Arch FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Arch at UVCE Bangalore?

Ans. The total fee for B.Arch at the University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE), Bangalore, is INR 2,66,000 for the five-year programme (INR 53,200 per year). UVCE is a government institution; fees are regulated. Verify the exact 2026-27 fee at uvce.ac.in.

Ques. What entrance exam is required for B.Arch at UVCE Bangalore?

Ans. Admission to B.Arch at UVCE requires a valid NATA 2026 (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) score, conducted by the Council of Architecture (CoA) at nata.in. Phase 1 of NATA 2026 runs April 4 to June 13, 2026. Karnataka domicile students are admitted through NATA score-based KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Arch at UVCE?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics as a compulsory subject with minimum 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka domicile). A valid NATA 2026 score from the Council of Architecture is mandatory. Karnataka domicile students apply through KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in.

Ques. Is UVCE Bangalore’s B.Arch recognised by the Council of Architecture?

Ans. Yes. The B.Arch programme at UVCE (University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering), affiliated with Bangalore University, is recognised by the Council of Architecture (CoA) and UGC. Graduates are eligible for CoA registration to practise architecture in India, and for M.Arch admission through Karnataka PGCET or GATE.