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Is lateral entry possible in B.Arch course?

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Is lateral entry possible in B.Arch course?

Yes, you can do B.Arch trough lateral entry.

Eligibility criteria for Lateral entry exam:-

(i)Passed diploma course in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy with above 60% marks.

(ii)Passed Degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Mathematics as a subject with above 60% marks.

(iii)Your age should above 18 years.

No, lateral entry is not possible in B.Arch Course.

Candidate who have completed Diploma courses can get direct admission to second year of B.Tech or B.E. degree but they are not eligible for lateral entry in B.Arch Programme.

Yes, lateral entry in 2nd year B.Arch is possible if you have D.Arch qualification from a recognized institute. You can apply for entrance exam which is conducted on state level for lateral entry admission.

There are very few colleges in India which offer lateral entry admission in B.Arch and most of them offer admission through entrance exam which is conducted by state technical directorate.

Yes, you can do B.Arch after diploma in Arch through lateral entry.
You can get direct admission in 2nd year in degree course. After diploma the duration of the degree will be 4 years.


All the best.

No, it is not possible to get Lateral Entry admission in B.Arch course. Admissions are offered only to first year of B.Arch course through NATA examination. Candidates those who have completed 12th standard or equivalent from a recognised board are eligible to appear in NATA examination. Candidates who have secured minimum aggregate of 50% marks with Mathematics as one of the subjects in 12th standard and those who have qualified Aptitude Test are eligible to get admission in first year of B.Arch course.