Karnataka BArch Admission 2023 - Dates, Eligibility, Registration, Selection Procedure

Karnataka BArch Admission 2023: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) conducts the Karnataka BArch admission process. The Bachelor of Architecture or BArch admission in the state of Karnataka is done based on the scores obtained by the candidates in the NATA exam. Karnataka BArch admission aspirants are required to secure a valid rank in the NATA exam which makes them eligible to participate in the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) counselling process followed by the allocation of seats in the different BArch colleges of Karnataka. Candidates qualifying JEE Main can also apply for BArch admissions in Karnataka via thecounselling process of KCET 2023 exam. 

KEA releases a rank list of candidates based on the NATA scores and JEE Main (Paper-II) scores obtained by the candidates and the counselling process is conducted for the allocation of seats. In this article, the Karnataka BArch aspirants can find out all the important details about the admission process in this 5-year UG programme in architecture like important dates, application process, eligibility criteria, selection process etc.
Also read: KCET cutoff scores

Highlights of Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023

The Karnataka B.Arch admission process 2023 will start soon. Here is the table which comprises the highlights regarding B.Arch admission in the state of Karnataka - 

Important Dates of Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023

We will update all the important dates of Karnataka B.Arch admission 2023 once it will be released by the authorities. Candidates can check out the table given below to find out all the important dates regarding B.Arch admissions in the state of Karnataka for the academic year 2023-24.

• The candidates are requested to visit this page at regular intervals for the latest Karnataka B.Arch admission schedule for 2023

Eligibility Criteria for Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023

Before applying for admission into the 5-year B.Arch programme offered by various Architecture institutions located in the state of Karnataka, the candidates must be aware of the eligibility criteria for B.Arch admission in Karnataka given below - 

How to Apply for Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023

Candidates should be aware of the Karnataka B.Arch admission process 2023. The detailed procedure to fill the online application form for Karnataka B.Arch admission has been provided in tabular form below - 

Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023 Application Fee

To complete the registration process, candidates must pay the application fee. The application fee required to be submitted by the candidates for Karnataka B.Arch admission has been provided in the table below - 

Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023 Rank/Merit List

By considering the marks secured by the applicants in either JEE Main (Paper-II) or NATA examination, the KEA officials prepare a merit list or rank list. The Karnataka B.Arch admission rank/merit list is also known as the KCET merit list. The merit/rank list is released on the official website of the Karnataka Examinations Authority. The candidates can access the merit list by logging in to the KEA student portal using their candidate credentials. Those candidates who successfully make it up to the Karnataka B.Arch admission merit list, those candidates are called to take part in the KCET counselling process. The candidates must note that the merit list released by the KEA officials is final and no requests regarding revaluation of the merit list are entertained by the KEA officials.

Karnataka B.Arch Admission Counselling Process 2023

The admission process of the B.Arch aspirants of the Karnataka state goes through the KCET counselling process rounds. Candidates who are shortlisted based on the merit list/rank list participate in the KCET Counselling Process 2023 and after that, they are allocated seats in various B.Arch colleges in Karnataka state. The schedule for the KCET 2023 counselling process is expected to be released soon. The candidates must go through the entire content of the table provided below for the detailed KCET counselling process for B.Arch Admission in Karnataka - 

Documents required for KCET 2023 Counselling

Candidates must arrive at the KCET 2023 counselling centers with the necessary documentation. They must bring the required documents in original form as well as two sets of photocopies. All documents will be reviewed by the appropriate authority. If all of the documents are confirmed to be correct, the candidate will be given a slip with a unique id and password.The  following documents are required for documents required for KCET counselling:

• KCET application form copy
• KCET admit card copy
• Application fee payment proof
• Certificate and mark sheet of Class 10/SSLC
  Mark sheet and certificate of Class 12/2nd PUC
• 7 years of studies certificate countersigned by the relevant BEO / DDPI
  A recent passport photograph (two copies)
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Rural study certificate
• Certificate of Kannada Medium (Candidates who have studied in Kannada Medium from Class 1 to 10 in Karnataka and also outside the state of Karnataka)
• Identity card issued by the Jurisdictional District Magistrate / Deputy Commissioner / Rehabilitation Commissioner, for the candidates claiming eligibility for Government seats under Jammu & Kashmiri Migrants quota
• Parent's study certificate / Parent's Hometown certificate / Parent's Domicile certificate / Parent's Employment certificate / Parent's Cumulative Record / Parent's Marks Card, etc., for candidates claiming eligibility for Government seats based on parent's domicile / study / employment

Important Instructions regarding KCET Document Verification 2023

Candidates going for the KCET 2023 document verification, should keep in mind the following instructions. 

• The document verification will be done in order of rank, with a time slot allotted to each rank range. Candidates should first examine the rank-based document verification dates and time slots
• It is critical to arrive at the helpline centre at least 30 minutes before your designated time slot
• For certificate verification, KEA has established 29 nodal centers/helpline centres. The candidate can go to any of the nearby helpline centres on the stated date and time frame for their rank
• Only candidates seeking for admission with a valid KCET rank are permitted to attend the certificate verification, and no one may represent candidates.
• KEA will disclose the list of candidates eligible for the KCET 2023 counselling procedure, including KCET Option Entry and seat assignment, at the end of each day following document verification.

Karnataka B.Arch Admission 2023 Seat Allotment Process

The KEA officials conduct a “Mock Seat Allotment” round first in order to give the candidates a fair idea regarding the KCET seat allotment process. Each and everything that the candidates are asked to do during the mock seat allotment process resembles what the candidates are supposed to do during the original seat allotment process. After the conclusion of the mock seat allotment process, the candidates are given one more opportunity to change their preferences for college choices. Usually, there are two rounds of the KCET 2023 seat allotment process in addition to an extended second round of the seat allotment process. Once the candidates are allocated seats, they can either confirm their admission on the allocated seats by completing the admission formalities or opt for better seats. The candidates can also completely withdraw themselves from the Karnataka B.Arch admission seat allotment process. 

List of Colleges Offering B.Arch Admission in Karnataka

The candidates must go through the list provided below to find out some of the best Architecture colleges in Karnataka offering admission into the 5-year B.Arch programme along with their average course fee structure - 

We hope that this article provided the candidates with detailed knowledge regarding B.Arch admission in the state of Karnataka. However, we are always available for the students through our student helpline toll-free number - 18005729877. Any queries regarding B.Arch admission in Karnataka is also welcome for which the candidates can go to our Q&A section!