Goa College of Architecture, established in 1982 and located in Panaji, is the only recognized architecture college in Goa. The college offers a 5-year B.Arch program with an annual intake of 40–45 seats and a 2-year M.Arch (Urban Design) program with 10–15 seats. Admission to UG courses is strictly through NATA scores, while PG admissions typically consider GATE/PI and academic record. The total course fee for B.Arch is approximately INR 2.5–3.5 lakh for the full program, with annual fees around INR 50,000–70,000. Application windows usually open from April–June each year.
Goa College of Architecture Admission Deadlines
Admission cycles at Goa College of Architecture align with national entrance test schedules. For the B.Arch program, applications typically open in April and close by June, following the NATA exam calendar. For M.Arch, the process generally starts in May and concludes by July. Application deadlines may shift slightly each year based on the release of entrance exam results and state counseling rounds.
Program | Application Start | Application End | Entrance Exam | Counseling/Admission |
B.Arch | April 2025 | June 2025 | NATA (April–June 2025) | June–July 2025 |
M.Arch (Urban Design) | May 2025 | July 2025 | GATE/PI/Academic Merit | July–August 2025 |
PhD | NA | NA | NA | NA |
Goa College of Architecture UG Admission
The flagship Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at Goa College of Architecture is a five-year, full-time program with an annual intake of 40–45 seats. Admissions are based on NATA scores and 10+2 or equivalent with 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories), including Mathematics as a compulsory subject. The total program fee is typically INR 2.5–3.5 lakh, with annual fees around INR 50,000–70,000. Application fees are approximately INR 1,200.
Course | Duration | Seats | Eligibility | Entrance Exam | Total Fees |
B.Arch | 5 years | 40–45 | 10+2 with 50% (45% SC/ST/OBC), Mathematics compulsory; or 10+3 Diploma with 50% | NATA | INR 2.5–3.5 lakh |
Goa College of Architecture PG Admission
The college offers a 2-year M.Arch (Urban Design) program with an intake of 10–15 seats per year. Applicants must have a recognized B.Arch degree with at least 50% marks. Selection is typically based on GATE scores, academic merit, and/or personal interview. The total fee for the M.Arch program is approximately INR 1.5–2 lakh.
Course | Duration | Seats | Eligibility | Entrance/Selection | Total Fees |
M.Arch (Urban Design) | 2 years | 10–15 | B.Arch with 50% marks | GATE/PI/Academic Merit | INR 1.5–2 lakh |
Goa College of Architecture Application Process
Applications to Goa College of Architecture are accepted online via the official website, typically from April–June for UG and May–July for PG. Applicants must first appear for the required entrance exam (NATA for B.Arch, GATE for M.Arch), then fill out the college application form, upload documents, and pay the INR 1,200 application fee. Shortlisted candidates are called for counseling and document verification.
Register and appear for NATA (B.Arch) or GATE (M.Arch) as applicable
Fill out the online application form on the college website
Upload required documents (marksheets, certificates, scorecards, ID proof)
Pay the application fee (approx. INR 1,200) via demand draft or online payment
Participate in counseling and seat allotment if shortlisted
Step | Description |
Entrance Exam | Register and qualify NATA (B.Arch) or GATE (M.Arch) |
Application Form | Submit online form with personal, academic, and exam details |
Document Upload | Upload scanned copies of required documents |
Fee Payment | Pay INR 1,200 application fee |
Counseling/Verification | Attend counseling and document verification for final admission |