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HP BArch Admission 2024: Eligibility, Application Process, Dates, Counselling, Colleges

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The HP BArch admissions are conducted by Himachal Pradesh Technical University. HP BArch Admission 2024 is done based on a national-level entrance exam. NTA will conduct the JEE Main Paper II Session 1 from January 24 - February 01, 2024 and Session II from April 06 - 13, 2024. 

BArch is a 5-year undergraduate course. Students who wish to pursue this program in this state can fill out the application forms. At present, there is only one institute in Himachal Pradesh that offers a bachelor's program in Architecture, i.e., Rajiv Gandhi Government Engineering College. HP BArch Admission is solely based on an entrance exam and counseling conducted after the announcement of results.

HP BArch Admission 2024: Highlights

Name of the Program Bachelor’s in Architecture
Conducting Body Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU)
Duration of the program 5 years
Mode of application Online
Mode of counselling Offline
Seat availability 40

HP BArch Admission 2024: Important Dates

JEE Main
Event Dates
Registration

November 01 – December 04, 2023 (Phase I)

February 14 - March 10, 2024 (Phase II)
Exam Dates

January 24 - February 01, 2024 (Phase I)

April 06 - 13, 2024 (Phase II)
Results

To be Announced
NATA
Registration

Starting from March 01, 2024
Exam Dates

Starting from April 06, 2024
Result 

To be Announced

HP BArch Admission 2024: Eligibility Criteria

To apply for B.Arch, a candidate needs to meet the following criteria:

  • The candidate has to be a citizen of India to apply
  • Must have qualified class 12 examinations or any equivalent thereof; candidates with a 3-year diploma with mathematics as a compulsory subject can also apply
  • The candidate needs to score a minimum of 50% if they belong to the General category or 45% if reserved category in the relevant examinations to apply for the course
  • Candidates require a valid NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 score to apply.

See more: BArch Job Options

HP BArch Admission Form 2024

Candidates who wish to apply for the program need to register at HPTU’s official website- www.himtu.ac.in  

  • For this purpose, the candidate needs to register on the website with a unique login ID and password and sign in to the portal

  • Candidate needs to fill in all the necessary details- personal, academic, communication address, information about parents to name a few

  • Candidate needs to upload a copy of their photograph and signature in the following specification:

    • Color passport size photograph of size 3.5 cm X 4.5 cm

    • Signature of size 3.5 cm X 1.5 cm

  • Candidate has to lastly make the payment of the application fee.

    • For the general quota, application fee is INR 1550

    • For the reserved quota, application fee is INR 1400

See more: BArch Admission Process

HP BArch Admission 2024: Exam Pattern 

The examination pattern is as per the specifications of the governing body of NATA or JEE, whichever the candidate wishes to appear for.

NATA JEE Main

HP BArch Admission 2024: Results 

Results for the examination also are released in accordance with the dates decided by the governing bodies of NATA and JEE.

HP BArch Admission 2024: Counselling Process

The counselling is conducted face to face or through the offline mode.  

  • HPTU conducts the counselling procedure and the seat allotment process for candidates. 
  • Documents required for the counselling process are to be verified on the same day itself.
  • The candidate needs to carry the following documents on the day of Counselling:
    • NATA/JEE Main paper 2 score card
    • Class 10 and class 12 marksheet
    • Birth certificate, or any other proof of date of birth
    • Transfer certificate from the previous academic institute
    • Recent passport size photograph

HP BArch Admission 2024: Reservation

The institute offers a total of 40 seats for the bachelor’s program.

The B. Arch program reserves seats for candidates based on both economic and social strata.  The percentage-wise break up of seats is mentioned below.

Category Seats (%)
All India Quota 15
State Quota 65
NRI Quota 5
Management Quota 15

Vertical Reservation on the basis of State Quota

Category Seats (%)
General 55
Scheduled castes 22
Scheduled tribes 5
Other backward classes 18

Horizontal Reservation on the basis of State Quota 

Category Seats (%)
Defense / Ward of ex-servicemen 15
Freedom Fighters 2
Physically Challenged 5
IRDP/BPL/Antyodaya/Orphans 15
Sports 2
Backward Areas 4

HP BArch Admission 2024: Top Colleges

The only institute in Himachal Pradesh which offers the Bachelor’s in Architecture program is Rajiv Gandhi Government Engineering College. 

  • Admission is offered on the basis of NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 scores. 
  • As of now, the institute offers a total of 40 seats for this program.

HP BArch Admission 2024: FAQs

Ques. Does the institute conduct an entrance examination of its own as well?

Ans. No, the institute relies solely on NATA and JEE scores for admission

Ques. What if there is a tie between 2 candidates in the merit list?

Ans. In such a case the older candidate gets preference.

Ques. fee structure for the program?

Ans. The annual fee structure is INR 27,530.

Ques. marking scheme followed in the examinations?

Ans. 3 marks are rewarded for a correct answer and 1 mark is deducted for every wrong one.

Ques. Is it necessary to be a resident of Himachal Pradesh to apply?

Ans. No, it is not necessary to be living in Himachal Pradesh to apply although local residents get preference over non-residents.

Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] : 34 answered questions

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Ques. Is NIT Calicut good for architecture? What can be said about its campus life and placement services?

● Top Answer By Tina Chand on 26 Mar 21

Ans. One of my friends has studied B Arch from NIT Calicut in the batch of 2020. In his view, the following facts are highlighted to help a student get a brief overview of this institute. Placement If you consider this institute for the placement opportunities, then it can be stated that L&T is the main recruiting company for Architecture. Thus, this stream has the least placement record, approximately 60%, compared to the other engineering branches. In the following, a brief overview of the placement facts of NIT Calicut is highlighted. Criteria NIT Calicut Placement statistics 80% Highest CTC 49.75 LPA Lowest CTC 10 LPA Average CTC 15 LPA Recruiter Came in 2020 400+ Number of Placement (2020) 647 College Life This is similar to the life that is shown in the movie 3 Idiots. You have to please your respective teachers, or you have to be extraordinary in some subjects such as Design and Art, to earn more score. You have to be strong emotionally so that you can face all the struggles easily. Thus, this 5-year course will teach you to face all types of real-life confronts in the field of Architecture. Besides, travel is a compulsory part of this engineering branch. However, the answer is a big Yes because these days, NIT Calicut has established itself as the best part among the other NITs in India. So, if you want to study Architecture, then you must go to NIT Calicut.Read more
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Ques. Which is better for studying architecture in India: SPA Delhi, IIT Kharagpur, or IIT Roorkee?

● Top Answer By Richa on 03 Jul 24

Ans. It is better to choose a college with an IIT tag because it will give you security regarding placements. IIT Kharagpur and IIT Roorkee both have a good placement record, and their IIT tag makes them a better choice for Architecture students. The NIRF 2023 Ranking in Architecture of IIT Roorkee and IIT Kharagpur is 1st and 3rd respectively, whereas the ranking of SPA Delhi is 5th.  IITs offer a lot of facilities which aren’t offered by other top architecture colleges in India. They have extensive libraries, best sports facilities, clubs and societies, etc. If you like extracurriculars as much as studies, IIT Roorkee and IIT KGP will provide you with world-class facilities for the same.  Apart from design and architecture, you’ll be able to study a host of other subjects and varied electives at IIT R and IIT KGP. This will place you in a much better position academically.  Many new professors have joined the Architecture department at IIT Roorkee in the past few years. They are young and have a modern perspective which resonates with today’s youth. IIT Roorkee has the best and the biggest hostels compared to any other college, and everyone can avail a single room for the entire course duration. Every hostel room at IIT Roorkee has access to the fastest internet speed through LAN, without any limitations. Here is a comparison between SPA Delhi, IIT Roorkee and IIT Kharagpur: PARTICULARS IIT ROORKEE IIT KHARAGPUR SPA DELHI NIRF 2023 Architecture Ranking 1 3 5 India Today Architecture Ranking 2023 2 1 4 Placement Percentage (B.Arch) 90% 71% 77% Average Package (B.Arch) INR 18.34 LPA INR 16 LPA INR 7.2 LPA After considering all the factors, I would suggest you choose IIT Roorkee for your B.Arch. The next best option would be IIT Kharagpur. Read more
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Ques. Which college should I choose for a B.Arch. under the NIT/SPA?

● Top Answer By Shivani Behera on 31 Aug 21

Ans. Firstly a hearty congratulations to you for scoring a good rank in JEE Main. However, it is quite difficult to get a seat at SPA Delhi in this rank. The 2nd best option can be SPA Bhopal. Moreover, SPA Vijayawada is relatively newer and cannot be trusted. I have friends studying at both Bhopal and Vijayawada, from what I've heard, Bhopal is a better option. SPAs are purely design institutes and thus the exposure would be greater.  Since your chances at SPA D are quite on edge, you can instead look for the following colleges in order of preference:  NIT Nagpur> NIT Bhopal> SPA Bhopal> NIT Jaipur> SPA Vijayawada and so on. If you want to go for NITs, choose the one with better infrastructure, weather, and a diverse crowd. There are many other good institutes as well but do your proper research and take the right decision for yourself. Read more
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Ques. Should I join IIT Kharagpur for B.arch?

● Top Answer By Senjuti Gupta on 23 Mar 23

Ans. There are two aspects to the question. You asked. Is the bachelor of architecture course at IIT Kharagpur good? To answer this part, I will say with certainty that IIT Kharagpur is an excellent institute. However, as far as architecture is concerned, your first choice should always be the elite schools of architecture like SPA or CEPT. This is mainly because IITs are known for their technology and not architecture. Should a person who's only interested in physics and math, go for architecture or not? If you are genuinely interested in physics and math, then this will be one of your strengths and will prove to be useful in the journey of architecture. Architecture requires problem-solving skills apart from artistic skills. There are many students who are average in drawing but have excellent ideas and designs. To broaden your knowledge about art and architecture you can read books.Read more
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Ques. What rank is required in the JEE B.Arch exam to get admission into SPA (School of Planning and Architecture) Delhi (general category)?

● Top Answer By Souman Dasgupta on 03 Feb 22

Ans. School of Planning and Architecture Delhi is the best architecture school in the country. To get selected for admission you will need to have a good rank. Securing a rank of around 400-500 should fetch you a seat at SPA Delhi. But you should keep in mind that the cutoff varies each year. In 2021, the opening cutoff for B.Arch was 212 (General).Read more
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Ques. i have completed civil engineering diploma.. how i join b. arch in sir jj college of architecture

● Top Answer By Riyansh Jha on 22 Mar 23

Ans.  you can pursue Bachelor in Architecture even after completing a diploma in Civil Engineering. The scope for Architecture is increasing day by day in India. The Bachelor in Architecture course is related to the design of bridges, multipurpose buildings, industrial areas, residential area etc. Owing to many ongoing dam and bridge projects in India, there is a huge demand for Architecture students. Since you have completed a Diploma in Civil Engineering, B.Tech in Architecture is the most logical option for you. The candidate who has completed a diploma in civil engineering is eligible for the architecture engineering course through the lateral entry scheme offered by the Engineering colleges in India. Under this scheme, you are eligible for admission for the second year in the Engineering course provided that you have either completed  Diploma In Engineering  B.Sc course For you it’s the former case, and thus you can avail the lateral entry scheme and get admission in Architecture. Now specifically talking about Sir JJ College of Architecture, some key points regarding the eligibility criteria are For B.Arch, you should have passed (10+3) Diploma in Engineering/ Technology with Mathematics as a compulsory subject Candidates should have scored a minimum of 50% in NATA (i.e. 80/200) If you belong =to SC/ST category, 5% relaxation is offeredRead more
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Ques. Is MANIT Bhopal a good college for a B.Arch?

● Top Answer By Aarti Ahuja on 11 Nov 23

Ans. MANIT Bhopal is a good college for Architecture. But a college completely devoted to Architecture and Planning is a better choice. At such colleges, one has access to a strong alumni base. Apart from that, we get the right outlook for the field and a central library full of new architecture books. These colleges have digital labs with new architecture software. The crowd over there is completely devoted to the field of Architecture. These colleges organize dedicated seminars and guest lectures on Architecture and Planning. It is a huge boost to one’s self-esteem as an Architect in making. At NITs/state engineering colleges, our engineering friends receive placement one year ahead. But, one has an almost negligible chance of campus placement. SPA/CEPT won’t offer placements either, but this won’t be as demoralizing. Their strong alumni network allows us the chance to work in a firm through a senior’s recommendation. Thus, I would recommend you opt for SPA, CEPT, or other Architecture colleges for your B.Arch.Read more
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Ques. Where should I take admission for a B.Arch programme, Vastu Kala or MBS School of Planning and Architecture?

● Top Answer By Sourav Das on 03 Feb 22

Ans. For a B.Arch program, the Vastu Kala will be a better choice compared to the MBS School of Planning and Architecture. It is a well-reputed and old institute. Whereas, MBS was established only a few years back. VKA is considered to be among the best Architectural institutes in India. It also offers good academics and infrastructural facilities. Consider these factors while choosing one of these two.Read more
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Ques. How is the B.Arch. course at MNIT Jaipur?

● Top Answer By Souvick Gupta on 10 Oct 23

Ans. You should opt for architecture only if your interest lies in this field. It shouldn’t be a backup option for you. This is because the field involves Arts, Science, Maths, and Humanities, all together. You’ll do well in this field only if you like architecture. As far as MNIT Jaipur is concerned, it isn’t the best place for architectural studies. They’ll offer you limited practical exposure, and the curriculum hasn’t been updated for long. The infrastructure of this department is pretty average, they don’t organize any educational trips, and only a few faculty members are good. I wouldn’t recommend MNIT for your B.Arch. Instead, try to look for some better alternatives.Read more
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Ques. Which is better for BArch, Gateway College of Architecture or MBS School of Planning and Architecture?

● Top Answer By Archita Sinha on 03 Feb 22

Ans. The best college for pursuing a B.Arch degree is SPA Delhi. But if you aren’t selected in SPA Delhi, you should go for private universities. There are also three private colleges affiliated with IP University Delhi. Among these, the best option is the University School of Architecture and Planning. MBS and Gateway College rank lower. Read more
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