Institute of Design Education and Architectural Studies Nagpur B.Arch : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the five-year B.Arch programme at IDEAS Nagpur is INR 5,50,000, with an annual fee of INR 1,10,000. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately based on the student’s accommodation choice. The fee structure may be revised annually by the institute and regulatory authorities. Candidates are advised to confirm the latest fee structure at the time of admission for the 2026-27 academic session.

Ans. IDEAS Nagpur accepts NATA or a non-zero positive score in JEE Paper 2 for B.Arch admission. Eighty percent of seats are filled through Maharashtra CAP counselling based on these scores, and 20% are institutional quota seats. NATA 2026 is conducted in two phases. Phase 1 was held from April to June 2026 and Phase 2 is scheduled for August 7 and 8, 2026.

Ans. IDEAS Nagpur has an approved B.Arch intake of 120 seats. Of these, 96 seats (80%) are filled through the Maharashtra CAP counselling process conducted by DTE Maharashtra, and 24 seats (20%) are filled through the institutional quota directly managed by IDEAS Nagpur. Both channels require a valid NATA or JEE Paper 2 score for eligibility.

Ans. Yes, IDEAS Nagpur is approved by the Council of Architecture (CoA), India. The B.Arch degree awarded by IDEAS Nagpur is recognised for registration with the Council of Architecture, which is mandatory for practising as an architect in India. The institute was established in 2009 and offers architecture education following the CoA-prescribed five-year curriculum for undergraduate students.

Ans. Candidates must first appear for NATA (Phase 1 or Phase 2) or JEE Paper 2. For the 80% CAP seats, students register on the DTE Maharashtra portal, fill college preferences, and receive seat allotment based on NATA or JEE Paper 2 scores. For the 20% institutional quota, applications are submitted directly to IDEAS Nagpur. After allotment, students complete document verification and pay the first semester fee to confirm enrollment.

Ans. B.Arch graduates from IDEAS Nagpur can pursue careers as licensed architects in construction companies, architectural firms, urban planning departments, and real estate development companies in Nagpur and across Maharashtra. Registration with the Council of Architecture is required for independent practice. Graduates may also pursue M.Arch for postgraduate specialisation in urban design, landscape architecture, or sustainable architecture at reputed institutions across India.