Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Important Dates, Entrance Exam, Eligibility, Counselling, Result, Top Colleges

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Karnataka BArch Admission 2023 is done based on counseling sessions after the national level entrance exams such as JEE Main and NATA. Karnataka BArch Admission is conducted by the KEA. 

KEA conducts the Karnataka BArch Admission and counseling on the basis of NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 scores. Interested candidates need to compulsorily appear for any one of the entrance exams. JEE Main is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the NATA is conducted by the Council of Architecture (CoA). 

There is no separate examination for the Karnataka BArch admission. The merit list is drafted based on qualifying marks scored by candidates in either of the two examinations.

Karnataka BArch admission: Highlights

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Highlights

Name of entrance examination(s) JEE Main / NATA
Conducting Body NTA / COA
Mode of examination Offline
Degree offered BArch
Officiating body Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA)

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Important Dates

JEE Main
Event Dates
Registration

December 15 – January 12, 2023 (Session 1)

February 14 – March 12, 2023 (Session 2)

Exam Dates

January 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31 and February 1, 2023 (Session 1)

April 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 2023 (Session 2)

Results

February 07, 2023 (Session 1)

May 2023 (Session 2)

NATA
Registration

March 20 – April 10, 2023 (Test I)

March 20 – May 13, 2023 (Test II)

March 20 – June 24, 2023 (Test III)

Exam Dates

April 21, 2023 (Test I)

May 28, 2023 (Test II)

July 09, 2023 (Test III)

Result 

April 30, 2023 (Test I)

June 05, 2023 (Test II)

July 17, 2023 (Test III)

What is the Karnataka BArch admission Eligibility Criteria?

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must go through the eligibility criteria put up by the Karnataka Examination Authority for subsequent counseling. The detailed eligibility criteria are listed below.

  • The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
  • The candidate must have at least 50% aggregate in the 10+2 examinations and have English as a compulsory subject to be eligible for KEA conducted counseling. The candidate also needs to pass in at least five subjects.
  • Candidates need to qualify for 10+2 examinations to be deemed eligible for JEE Main/NATA.
  • Candidates appearing for their final examinations can also apply for JEE Main/ NATA.
  • There is no age limit stated for both examinations.

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What is the Karnataka BArch admission Process?

Karnataka BArch Admission Process 2023

The application process for both JEE Main and NATA is online. There is no offline mode of registration. To apply for Karnataka BArch admission through KEA counseling, candidates need to apply separately through the KEA official website. The detailed steps for all registration are given below.

  • The registration for Karnataka BArch counseling opened in May.
  • Documents required for registration for KEA BArch counseling
  • Passport size photographs
  • Scanned copies of signature.

How to Apply for Karnataka BArch Admission?

  • The application form for KEA BArch counseling is available on the official website of KEA.
  • Candidates can submit only one application. Multiple applications may lead to the rejection of the candidate.
  • Candidates require a unique Mobile Number, Email ID, and password to create a profile.
  • Candidates should fill up the profile details such as names, academic qualifications, addresses, and other information accurately.
  • Candidates should select test centers based on their preferences.
  • For JEE Main, the application fee is as follows:
    • General Male/ OBC candidate: INR 650
    • SC/ST candidates: INR 325
    • Female/OBC candidates: INR 325
  • For NATA, the application fee is as follows:
    • General candidates appearing for both the tests: INR 3800
    • SC/ ST/ PwD candidates appearing for both the tests: INR 3100
    • General candidates appearing for only one test: INR 2000
    • SC/ ST/ PwD candidates appearing for only one test: INR 1700.
  • Retain the payment receipt and completed application form for further reference.

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Exam Pattern

Both examinations are conducted in a computer-based mode. Students can opt for appearing for the test from home (NATA) or can take the test at the respective exam center. The exam patterns for both examinations are given below.

NATA 2023: Exam Pattern

  • NATA will be conducted in two parts: Part A and Part B.
  • Part A constitutes cognitive skills for drawing and visual composition tests, which consists of 10 preferential-type questions and MCQs to be answered in 72 minutes.
  • Part B constitutes a test on PCM and General Aptitude, which consists of 50 questions to be answered in 45 minutes.
  • Each correct response in Part B will be awarded 1.5 marks. There is no negative marking.
  • There will be 15 questions from PCM and 35 questions on general aptitude.
  • There will be 3 minutes (roll over the period) between Part A and Part B.
  • The entire syllabus is available on the information brochure for NATA 2023.

JEE Main 2023: Exam Pattern

  • The JEE Main for BArch will be conducted in three parts and is of 400 marks.
  • Part I and Part II are computers based while Part III is a pen-and-paper test.
  • Part I constitutes 25 questions on Mathematics. 20 questions are MCQs and 5 questions are numerical-based questions. Each correct answer will be awarded 4 marks and one mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. Numerical questions have no negative marking.
  • Part II constitutes 50 MCQs on General aptitude. Each correct answer will be awarded 4 marks and one mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • Part III is a pen and paper drawing test comprising 2 questions. Each question will be marked out of 50.
  • The entire syllabus is available on the information brochure for JEE Main 2023.
What is the Karnataka BArch admission Counseling Process?

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Counseling Process

The counseling process for both examinations begins soon after the publication of the merit list. 

  • Candidates for NATA and JEE Main can avail their scorecards from the official websites of NATA and NTA.
  • The merit list for Karnataka BArch admission through KEA is calculated by the addition of 50% weightage of 10+2 marks and 50% weightage of the marks obtained in NATA/ JEE Mains.
  • Counseling through KEA for Karnataka BArch admission also begins after the declaration of the result. 
  • The announcement for the release of the new merit list and commencement of counseling will be notified through the official website. 
  • After the allotment of seats, document verification will be conducted at the respective centers.

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Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Documents Required

  • Admission registration form
  • Seat allotment letter
  • JEE Mains/ NATA admit card
  • 10th and 12th mark sheet/ certificate
  • Valid photo identity proof
  • Migration Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Medical Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (If applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Birth certificate
  • PwD certificate (if applicable)

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Reservation Policy

Reservations for KEA conducted Karnataka BArch admission and counseling are according to Rule 9 of CET-2006 admission rules. The detailed reservation policy is given below.

  • Reservation is made in favor of candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes of citizens under categories 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B under Government Order.
  • 15% of the Government seats will be reserved horizontally in favor of rural non-creamy layer candidates who have studied for 10 full academic years from 1st Standard to 10th Standard in educational institutions situated in places in the State of Karnataka in rural areas as defined by the Karnataka municipality.
  • 5% of the Government seats will be reserved horizontally in favor of the Kannada medium candidates who have studied ten full academic years in Kannada medium from 1st Standard to 10th Standard.
  • Reservation is made in favor of the son/daughter of Jammu & Kashmiri migrants, who satisfy the eligibility condition for Government seats.
  • 8% of the available seats in every course of study provided in a statewide University or a statewide educational institution be allocated among the local candidates of the Hyderabad-Karnataka Region. 
  • Reservations for special category candidates which are subject to amendment include-
  • PwD candidates with over 40% physical disability.
  • Defence/ ex defence/ Armed forces/ Ex Armed forces.
  • Sports category.
  • NCC.
  • Scouts.

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Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: Top Colleges

Government/University/Private Aided/Private Un-Aided Professional Educational Institutions in the State of Karnataka participate in the KEA conducted counseling.

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FAQs

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: FAQs

Ques. Is there any specific examination for Karnataka BArch admission?

Ans. KEA conducts state-wide counseling for BArch admission. Candidates can only apply if they appeared for national entrance examinations JEE Mains or NATA.

Ques. What are the modes to pay the application fee?

Ans. The application fee can be paid online through credit card, debit card, or net banking and in offline mode through challan.

Ques. Can I apply for both JoSAA and KEA conducted counseling?

Ans. Yes, you can apply for both the counseling. However, once successfully selected in either, you have to opt-out of the other counseling process.

Ques. If I am allocated a seat in a BArch college in Karnataka during the “Mock Seat Allotment” process, will that mean I will be allocated a seat during the real seat allotment process too?

Ans. Allotment of a seat during the Mock seat Allotment does not assure an allocation of seats during the real seat allotment process.

Ques. How long is the BArch course for?

Ans. The BArch course is for five years.

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Ques. How is architecture in NIT Calicut?

● Top Answer By Archita Ghose on 06 Jun 22

Ans. NIT Calicut is a great option for pursuing Architecture. The department has excellent faculty members. Most of the professors are well-experienced. You can get their help regarding any academic problems you may face during your course.  NIT Calicut placements are decent for Architecture. L&T is one of the major recruiters that visit the campus placement frequently. Read more
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Ques. Which one is better, NIT Calicut CSE or IIT KGP agricultural?

● Top Answer By Ankita Banerjee on 01 Aug 22

Ans. NIT Calicut CSE is a better option compared to IIT KGP Agricultural. It offers good academics and placement opportunities for CSE. Companies like Amazon, Cisco, Infosys, Microsoft, etc. visit NT Calicut placements. During 2022 campus drive, students of CSE received an average CTC of around INR 20 LPA. The highest package for CSE goes up to INR 49-50 LPA. Read more
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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 Admin 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 it good to pursue Bachelor of Architecture from NIT Raipur?

● Top Answer By Bhavna Roy on 19 Mar 21

Ans. One of my friends pursued his B.Arch from NIT Raipur. According to his experience, a Bachelor of Architecture from NIT Raipur is not a good option. The faculty quality is average. There is too much workload on students.  The table below gives a brief overview of the Department of Architecture of NIT Raipur. Total Fees (B.Arch) Rs. 6.74 Lakhs Median Salary Offered Rs. 3 LPA Total Number of seats (B.Arch) 79 JEE Main cut-off 1580 Key Highlights: There are several good colleges in Maharashtra and Gujarat for Architecture. But NIT Raipur has a lot of bad reviews from students who have studied B.Arch in the institute. Most teachers in Architecture at NIT Raipur are not good in their teaching habits and capabilities. Teachers make students mindless about their actions, even some hard working ones. It is obvious that Architecture studies involve a lot of hard-work in assignments, but teachers are not even sensible about the fact.  The curriculum at NIT Raipur is such that it can frustrate a student who has good concepts to the core. People may tell you a college does not matter in the overall development of students. But, it is true that in fields like architecture and management, you need to be smart enough to deal with a lot of people in your career. So, the institute's atmosphere, and the people surrounding a student, do matter. NIT Raipur is not a decent place for a Bachelor of Architecture, considering all the above factors. If you have any other options, it will be wise to go for them.Read more
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Ques. Is MANIT Bhopal a good college for a B.Arch?

● Top Answer By Raktim Tarafdar 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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