A career in architectural field demands creativity and talent. Lots of opportunities are available for candidates who possess a post graduation in architecture. The candidates can enter into the areas related to architectural engineering. Candidates can enter the jobs in government sector, construction firms in the private and public sector etc. Self employment is a good option and many have proved to be successful in this field.

Jobs in Government Sector

Numerous job opportunities are available for candidates who have a post graduate degree in architecture. The architectural field has many avenues which makes it more attractive. The interesting aspect of architecture is that there are lots of changes happening in this field from time to time. Government sector provides lot of opportunities for architects. Individuals can find opportunities in:

• Central and State Public Work Departments
• National Institutes Of Urban Affairs And Housing
• State Housing Boards
• Department Of Railways
• Municipalities
• Urban Development Corporations
• Post and Telegraph
• Housing Development Corporations
• Town and Country Planning Organization
• City Development Authorities
• Public Works Department (PWD)
• National Building Organization

Candidates after their post graduation can also enter into teaching profession in the field of architecture. Those who take up teaching profession can earn a salary of more than Rs. 40000 per month depending on their designation. Those candidates who are well experienced and prove their talents are paid well. They earn a salary in between Rs.2.5 to 5 lakhs per annum. The most important reason why the candidate’s are attracted towards government sector is the reputation and job security. Those candidates who are willing to take up a career in the government sector need to pass the competitive exam of Union Public Service Commission or other exams conducted by the government bodies.

How to prepare for entry level exams?

Those candidates who seek to enter into the field of architecture need to develop the following

• Excellence in the field of Designing
• Engineering ability
• Social awareness
• Business aptitude
• Legal knowledge

They need to have extensive information or understanding in technical drawing and computer skills for crafting designs along with knowledge in computer software’s. These will help them to perform well in the exam. They should understand and resolve conceptual and real problems. Along with this, they should have the ability to solve numerical problems and logical mental ability.

The candidates need a thorough understanding about the exam pattern while preparing for the examination. Theoretical knowledge about the basic subject is the fundamental thing that is needed by the candidate. The candidate can prepare well for the exam using previous years question papers. This will help them to be familiar with questions and can also increase their answering speed. Most importantly the candidates need to have good time management skills. Numerous books are available which help the students to prepare well for the exam. They should be familiar with the entire topics and for that they need to revise the topics. Those candidates who need assistance to prepare for the exam can approach the nearest coaching centre for help.