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JNAFAU Admission 2026 covers programmes at Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University, Hyderabad. The university uses different exams for each school: NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 for B.Arch, the university-conducted FADEE for BFA and B.Des, and TG EAPCET for B.Tech planning programmes. Each stream has a separate application portal and counselling schedule.
JNAFAU is a specialised state university in Telangana offering architecture, fine arts, and planning programmes. It has two constituent colleges: the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) and the College of Fine Arts (CFA). The total FADEE counselling pool for BFA and B.Des is approximately 425 seats.
- BFA and B.Des (FADEE): FADEE 2026 exam held June 20 to 21, 2026. Results expected last week of July 2026. Counselling expected second week of August 2026.
- B.Tech Planning, DTDP, and BSE (TG EAPCET): Phase 1 seat allotment July 10, 2026. Phase 2 allotment July 22, 2026.
- B.Arch (NATA or JEE Main Paper 2): JNAFAU counselling and admission window expected August 1 to 18, 2026 (Tentative).
- Telangana local candidates hold 85% of seats across all programmes. The remaining 15% is open to all-India candidates (NIS seats).
- Women candidates get 33.33% reservation within each category across all JNAFAU programmes.
- BFA admission requires a minimum of 35% marks in the FADEE exam to qualify for counselling.
- FADEE application fee is INR 2,000 (General/OBC/EWS) and INR 1,000 (Telangana SC/ST).
JNAFAU Admission Portal 2026: jnafau.ac.in/admissions
Management Quota at JNAFAU: JNAFAU’s constituent colleges (SPA and CFA) do not have a management quota. Private architecture colleges affiliated to JNAFAU may have approximately 28% management quota seats. For the constituent SPA and CFA, all seats are through merit and convener quota counselling only.
JNAFAU B.Arch Admission 2026
B.Arch admission at JNAFAU’s constituent School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) uses NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A scores. The university conducts its own counselling for B.Arch seats. The SPA constituent college has approximately 45 seats. Total B.Arch seats across JNAFAU-affiliated private architecture colleges is approximately 765.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, architecture students at JNAFAU appreciate the studio culture and design-focused curriculum. Reviewers note strong faculty with professional practice experience in Hyderabad’s real estate and urban planning sector.
JNAFAU B.Arch Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NATA 2026 Exam (Session 1 and 2) | April to May 2026 |
| JEE Main Paper 2A Exam | April 2026 |
| JNAFAU B.Arch Counselling Registration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| B.Arch Admission Window | August 1 to 18, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Academic Session Begins | As per academic calendar |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
JNAFAU B.Arch Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| B.Arch (5-year) | 10+2 with Mathematics in PCM stream. Minimum 50% aggregate (General). Minimum 45% for SC/ST. Valid NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A score required. | NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A merit rank, JNAFAU counselling |
| M.Arch (2-year) | B.Arch or equivalent with valid TGPGECET score. | TGPGECET rank, state counselling |
JNAFAU B.Arch Selection Criteria
Selection is merit-based on NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A score. JNAFAU conducts centralised counselling for all B.Arch seats under its affiliated colleges. Telangana local candidates get priority for 85% of seats.
- All-India (non-local) candidates compete for the 15% NIS (National Integration Scheme) supernumerary seats.
- 10% supernumerary EWS seats are available across all programmes.
- Reservation: SC 15%, ST 6%, BC-A to BC-E 29%, Women 33.33% within each category.
How to Apply for B.Arch at JNAFAU?
- Obtain a valid NATA score from the Council of Architecture (COA) or JEE Main Paper 2A score from NTA.
- Register for JNAFAU B.Arch counselling at jnafau.ac.in when the counselling notification is released.
- Fill in college preferences and complete document verification during the counselling process.
- Report to the allotted college with original documents and pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.
JNAFAU BFA and B.Des Admission 2026
BFA and B.Des Interior Design admission at JNAFAU’s College of Fine Arts (CFA) is through FADEE (Fine Arts and Design Entrance Exam), conducted by JNAFAU. The 2026 FADEE exam was held on June 20 to 21, 2026. Approximately 425 seats across all BFA streams and B.Des are filled through FADEE counselling at tsbfa.tsche.in.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, fine arts students at JNAFAU CFA value the hands-on studio training and access to professional artists as faculty. Several reviewers highlight the college’s strong cultural environment and exposure to Hyderabad’s art scene.
JNAFAU BFA and B.Des Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| FADEE 2026 Application Opens | May 4, 2026 |
| FADEE Application Last Date (no late fee) | June 6, 2026 |
| FADEE Application with Late Fee (INR 4,000) | June 12, 2026 |
| FADEE Hall Ticket Available | June 16, 2026 |
| FADEE Exam (Photography and B.Des Interior Design) | June 20, 2026 |
| FADEE Exam (Applied Art, Painting, Sculpture, Animation) | June 21, 2026 |
| FADEE Results | Last week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
| FADEE Counselling Begins | Second week of August 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
JNAFAU BFA and B.Des Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| BFA (Painting, Sculpture, Applied Art, Photography, Animation and VFX) - 4 year | 10+2 from any recognized board. Minimum 35% in FADEE exam to qualify for counselling. | FADEE merit rank, JNAFAU counselling at tsbfa.tsche.in |
| B.Des Interior Design (4-year) | 10+2 from any recognized board. Minimum 35% in FADEE to qualify for counselling. | FADEE merit rank, JNAFAU counselling at tsbfa.tsche.in |
JNAFAU BFA and B.Des Selection Criteria
Selection is based on FADEE merit rank. Candidates must score at least 35% in FADEE to be eligible for counselling. JNAFAU conducts FADEE counselling through the tsbfa.tsche.in portal.
- FADEE format: Written exam covering drawing, objective questions, and design ability. Total 180-minute duration.
- Application fee: INR 2,000 for General/OBC/EWS. INR 1,000 for Telangana SC/ST candidates.
- FADEE counselling registration fee: INR 1,800 for General. INR 900 for SC/ST.
- Seats: 60 B.Des Interior Design, 60 BFA Animation, 35 to 50 seats each for Painting, Sculpture, Applied Art, and Photography at CFA.
How to Apply for BFA and B.Des at JNAFAU?
- Register for FADEE at tsbfa.tsche.in and pay the application fee online before the deadline.
- Download the FADEE hall ticket and appear for the exam on the specified date for your stream.
- After results, register for FADEE counselling at tsbfa.tsche.in and pay the counselling registration fee.
- Fill specialisation preferences and complete document verification during counselling.
- Report to CFA at JNAFAU campus after seat allotment and pay the admission fee to confirm.
JNAFAU B.Tech Planning Admission 2026
JNAFAU’s School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) offers three B.Tech programmes: B.Tech Urban and Regional Planning (40 seats), B.Tech Digital Techniques for Design and Planning (60 seats), and B.Tech Building Services Engineering (60 seats). All three admit through TG EAPCET via Telangana state counselling.
JNAFAU B.Tech Planning Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TG EAPCET Phase 1 Seat Allotment | July 10, 2026 |
| TG EAPCET Phase 2 Seat Allotment | July 22, 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | As per academic calendar |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
JNAFAU B.Tech Planning Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Planning, DTDP, and BSE (4-year each) | 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry (MPC stream). Valid TG EAPCET score. | TG EAPCET merit rank, Telangana state counselling |
| M.Tech Planning (2-year) | B.E./B.Tech Civil or B.Plan or B.Arch or M.A. in Sociology, Economics, or Geography. Valid TGPGECET score. | TGPGECET merit rank, state counselling |
How to Apply for B.Tech Planning at JNAFAU?
- Obtain a valid TG EAPCET rank through the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) exam.
- Register for TG EAPCET counselling and select JNAFAU SPA B.Tech programmes in preferences.
- Attend phase-wise seat allotment and report to JNAFAU SPA with original documents.
- Pay the admission fee at JNAFAU to confirm the allotted seat.
JNAFAU Scholarships
JNAFAU students can access the Telangana government’s fee reimbursement scheme (ePASS) and university merit scholarships after admission.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Telangana ePASS Fee Reimbursement | Telangana domicile SC/ST/BC/EBC/Minority students. Family income criteria apply. | Full tuition reimbursement for government quota. Up to INR 20,000 for self-financed seats. |
| JNAFAU University Merit Scholarship | Top academic performers within each programme. Also available for sports achievers and backward class students. | Tuition fee waiver (partial or full). As per university notification. |
| EWS Supernumerary Seats | Economically weaker section candidates with annual family income below INR 8 lakh. | 10% additional seats across all programmes at government fee rates. |
Apply for Telangana ePASS at telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in. Notify the JNAFAU Accounts section at the time of admission to initiate scholarship processing.
JNAFAU Admission FAQs
Ques. Is NATA mandatory for B.Arch admission at JNAFAU?
Ans. No. Either NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A is accepted for B.Arch admission. Candidates must have a valid score from one of these two exams. JNAFAU then conducts its own counselling for seat allotment.
Ques. What is FADEE and who conducts it?
Ans. FADEE (Fine Arts and Design Entrance Exam) is a university-level exam conducted by JNAFAU. It is the mandatory entrance test for BFA and B.Des Interior Design admission. The exam is held offline in drawing and objective formats over 180 minutes. Apply at tsbfa.tsche.in.
Ques. What is the minimum FADEE score needed for BFA counselling at JNAFAU?
Ans. Candidates must score at least 35% in FADEE to be eligible for BFA or B.Des Interior Design counselling. Scoring 35% is a qualifying threshold; final seat allotment depends on merit rank among all qualifying candidates.
Ques. Can students from outside Telangana apply for JNAFAU programmes?
Ans. Yes. Non-Telangana candidates can apply for the 15% NIS (National Integration Scheme) seats available in all programmes. These are supernumerary seats reserved for candidates from other states. The 85% local quota requires Telangana domicile.
Ques. What is the FADEE application fee for BFA admission at JNAFAU?
Ans. The FADEE application fee is INR 2,000 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. Telangana SC and ST candidates pay INR 1,000. A late registration fee of INR 4,000 applies for applications after the standard deadline.
Ques. Which B.Tech programmes does JNAFAU offer and through which exam?
Ans. JNAFAU SPA offers three 4-year B.Tech programmes: Urban and Regional Planning (40 seats), Digital Techniques for Design and Planning (60 seats), and Building Services Engineering (60 seats). All three admit through TG EAPCET via Telangana state counselling.
Ques. Is there a management quota at JNAFAU?
Ans. JNAFAU’s constituent SPA and CFA colleges do not have a management quota. All seats at the university’s own constituent colleges go through merit-based convener quota counselling. Some affiliated private architecture colleges under JNAFAU may have management quota seats, managed separately.
Ques. What eligibility is required for B.Arch at JNAFAU?
Ans. Candidates need 10+2 with Mathematics (in the PCM stream) and a minimum of 50% aggregate in Class 12 (General). SC/ST candidates need 45%. A valid NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A score is also mandatory.
Ques. What scholarships are available for JNAFAU students?
Ans. Telangana domicile students from SC/ST/BC/EBC/Minority categories can apply for the Telangana ePASS fee reimbursement scheme at telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in. JNAFAU also offers merit-based tuition waivers for top academic performers within each programme.
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