DC School of Architecture and Design, part of the DCSMAT group, Vagamon offers a five-year B.Arch programme affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, and approved by the Council of Architecture, New Delhi. Located on a 32-acre fully residential campus in the Western Ghats of Idukki, Kerala, the programme covers architectural design, construction technology, environmental studies, urban planning, and professional practice. DCSMAT holds NAAC Grade A accreditation; the scenic Vagamon setting provides an inspiring environment for design thinking and studio-based learning, with admission based on a valid NATA 2026 score.
Applications for the 2026-27 batch are open at DC School of Architecture and Design, Vagamon, with B.Arch admissions based on a valid NATA 2026 score and Plus Two PCM merit, with classes commencing in July 2026.
Key Points
- Five-year B.Arch affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, and approved by the Council of Architecture, New Delhi.
- NAAC Grade A accredited; fully residential 32-acre campus at Vagamon, Idukki, Kerala.
- Admission requires a valid NATA 2026 score; Phase 1 exam from April 4 to June 13, 2026.
- Total fees of ₹4,05,000 for the five-year programme.
DCSMAT Vagamon B.Arch Fees
B.Arch Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | ₹81,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | ₹81,000 |
| Fee (Year 3) | ₹81,000 |
| Fee (Year 4) | ₹81,000 |
| Fee (Year 5) | ₹81,000 |
| Total Fees (5 Years) | ₹4,05,000 |
- The annual fee for the B.Arch programme at DC School of Architecture and Design, Vagamon is ₹81,000 across all five years.
- Total fees for the five-year B.Arch programme amount to ₹4,05,000; a refundable caution deposit may be collected at the time of enrolment and is not included in the above total.
- The programme is fully residential; separate hostel and dining charges apply and are not included in the fee total above.
DCSMAT Vagamon B.Arch Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NATA 2026 Registration | March 9, 2026 |
| Application to DCSMAT | March to June 2026 |
| NATA 2026 Phase 1 Exam | April 4 to June 13, 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | Within 2 weeks of NATA result |
| Classes Commence | July 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NATA 2026 | June End, 2026 | April 4 to June 13, 2026 (Phase 1) | Within 7 days of exam |
- Admission to the B.Arch programme requires a valid NATA 2026 score issued by the Council of Architecture; NATA Phase 1 is scheduled from April 4 to June 13, 2026.
- Candidates must have passed Plus Two with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- The B.Arch programme at DCSMAT is offered through DC School of Architecture and Design, located on the Vagamon residential campus.
- Applications to DCSMAT are submitted online at dcschool.net alongside a valid NATA scorecard; selection is based on NATA performance and academic merit.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Plus Two with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- A valid score in NATA 2026 (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) issued by the Council of Architecture is mandatory.
- SC/ST candidates may be eligible for relaxation in the minimum aggregate percentage as per COA and MG University norms.
Admission Process
- Register for NATA 2026 at the Council of Architecture portal (nata.in) before the June 2026 deadline.
- Appear for the NATA Phase 1 exam (April 4 to June 13, 2026) and secure a valid scorecard.
- Apply online through the DCSMAT admissions portal at dcschool.net for the B.Arch programme.
- Upload Class 10, Class 12 (PCM) mark sheets, NATA scorecard, and photograph.
- Await the merit list and complete document verification at the DC School of Architecture and Design campus in Vagamon.
DCSMAT Vagamon B.Arch Scholarships 2026
B.Arch Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| DCSMAT Merit Scholarship | 25% to 100% of tuition | Based on Plus Two/NATA academic performance; renewed annually on CGPA criteria |
| Children of Armed Forces Scholarship | Partial tuition waiver | Children of serving or retired Indian Armed Forces personnel |
| Northeast India Scholarship | As per DCSMAT norms | Students from the eight northeastern states of India |
| Government Post Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
- DCSMAT Vagamon awards institutional scholarships ranging from 25 percent to 100 percent of tuition fees based on merit and socioeconomic criteria; students should apply to the admissions office at the time of joining.
- Government scholarships for SC/ST and SEBC students are processed through the National Scholarship Portal; students must apply separately after enrolment.
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