Guwahati College of Architecture (GCA) has a well-defined admission process for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs, primarily based on national-level entrance exams and merit.
Applicants can apply online through the official GCA website by registering and submitting the application form for their desired program (B.Arch, M.Arch, or M.Plan). Offline applications might be accepted as per official notices, but the primary mode is online submission. Candidates must carefully fill out the form, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee.
For B.Arch: Candidates must qualify the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) or JEE Main Paper-II.
For M.Arch and M.Plan: Admission is based on previous academic records and may include entrance tests or interviews as per college guidelines.
Selection is merit-based, primarily determined by scores in NATA or JEE Main for B.Arch admissions. For postgraduate courses, candidates are evaluated on academic performance and entrance test/interview results where applicable. Reservation policies and category-wise relaxations adhere to government norms.
Application start: Usually January onwards
NATA exam registration deadline: Typically around August (dates may vary yearly)
Entrance exam: Conducted bi-annually (NATA and JEE Main)
Merit list and counseling: Following entrance exam results, usually July–August
Document verification and fee payment: Post-counseling
Commencement of classes: August or September
Candidates are advised to regularly check official websites for updated timelines each year.
10+2 mark sheet and certificate
NATA/JEE Main scorecard
Domicile certificate
Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
Income certificate (if applicable)
Transfer and migration certificates
Medical fitness certificate
Passport-sized photographs (5 copies)
Photo ID proof
Prospective students can contact the admission office at:
Address:Â Guwahati College of Architecture, Zoo Road, Guwahati, Assam
Phone:Â +91-361-XXXXXXX (Refer official site for updated number)
Email: admission@gcarch.ac.in (official email for inquiries)
Website:Â www.gcarch.ac.in
| Admission Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Application | Register and apply online via official website with all required documents |
| Entrance Exams | Appear for NATA or JEE Main (B.Arch); PG admissions may require tests or interviews |
| Merit List & Counseling | Based on entrance scores, participate in counseling for seat allocation |
| Document Verification | Submit original documents for verification at college or counseling center |
| Fee Payment | Pay the admission and tuition fees to confirm seat |
| Final Admission | Receive confirmation and enroll in courses |
| Helpdesk Support | Contact admission office for queries and assistance |
This systematic admission procedure ensures transparency and helps in selecting deserving candidates for architecture and planning education at Guwahati College of Architecture