The M.Arch Landscape Architecture at the University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE), Bangalore, is a two-year postgraduate architecture programme affiliated with Bangalore University. The programme covers landscape design and planning, site analysis and ecological design, urban open spaces and public realm design, green infrastructure and sustainable landscapes, horticulture and plant technology, landscape construction and materials, environmental impact and landscape assessment, GIS and remote sensing in landscape planning, heritage landscape conservation, urban ecology and biodiversity, and a research thesis in landscape architecture or urban ecology, preparing graduates for landscape architect, urban designer, and green infrastructure planning roles. UVCE, founded in 1917, is one of India’s oldest engineering and architecture institutions and holds NAAC ’A’ grade (score 3.17) accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 1,00,000 for the two years at this government institution.
📋 Admission Status: UVCE M.Arch Landscape Architecture admissions for 2026-27 are processed through Karnataka PGCET rank-based KEA counseling. Apply at kea.kar.nic.in after PGCET result declaration.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Arch Landscape Architecture at UVCE Bangalore, affiliated with Bangalore University
- Covers landscape design and planning, site analysis and ecological design, urban o and more
- Eligibility: B.Arch degree with 50% minimum; PGCET Karnataka
- Admission via Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.Arch exam May 24, 2026) rank-based KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in
- UVCE: NAAC ’A’ grade (score 3.17); government college fee INR 1,00,000 for two years
UVCE Bangalore M.Arch Landscape Architecture Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 50,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 1,00,000 |
- Source: Tier 3a; verify 2026-27 exact fee at uvce.ac.in.
- Government-regulated fee; may vary for non-Karnataka students.
- Hostel charges are separate; contact UVCE campus for details.
UVCE Bangalore M.Arch Landscape Architecture Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | Mar 23 to April 20, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam (M.Arch) | May 24, 2026 |
| PGCET Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Counseling (Round 1) | July to August 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 (tentative) |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (KEA) Registration End | April 20, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (KEA) Exam Date | May 24, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (KEA) Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
- PGCET 2026 M.Arch exam May 24; result July 8, 2026 (tentative).
- Eligibility: B.Arch degree; 50% aggregate.
- Admission via PGCET rank; apply at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Verify UVCE M.Arch seat availability at kea.kar.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.Arch degree from a Council of Architecture (CoA) recognised institution affiliated with a UGC-recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- A valid Karnataka PGCET 2026 score is required. Admission is purely merit-based on PGCET rank via KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in. Candidates must appear for PGCET conducted by KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority).
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.Arch exam: May 24, 2026) conducted by KEA at kea.kar.nic.in. Register between March 23 and April 20, 2026.
- PGCET result declared: July 8, 2026 (Tentative). Download rank card from the KEA portal at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Participate in KEA PGCET counseling (Round 1: July to August 2026); choose UVCE as your preferred college and allotted M.Arch specialisation during option entry.
- Receive seat allotment; pay the Year 1 fee (INR 50,000) and complete document verification at UVCE, Bangalore.
- Complete admission formalities; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is landscape architect, urban designer, or green infrastructure planner with government, real estate, or consulting firms in Karnataka
- B.Arch graduate with interest in landscape design, urban ecology, and public space planning seeking a postgraduate specialisation
- Government college fee of INR 1 Lakh for a 2-year M.Arch Landscape Architecture is exceptional value
- Growing demand for landscape architects in Karnataka’s urban development (metro greenways, smart city parks, real estate landscaping)
- Planning government roles in forest, parks, or urban development departments, or design consultancy career after M.Arch
✗ Skip if
- Pure architectural design focus preferred over landscape and ecological design; M.Arch Landscape Architecture is not general architecture
- IIT, SPA Delhi, or globally ranked school of architecture required for international landscape design or high-end consultancy roles
- Fee of INR 1 Lakh needs verification for 2026-27; confirm at uvce.ac.in before applying
- International landscape architecture career requires globally accredited programme or IFLA-recognised credentials from a ranked institution
UVCE Bangalore M.Arch Landscape Architecture Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka Government Fee Concession | Full or partial fee waiver | SC/ST/OBC Karnataka domicile students; apply via KEA at kea.kar.nic.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Karnataka government fee concession for SC/ST/OBC students; apply via KEA.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state scholarship portal.
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