FAQs

• What programmes are offered at the Raman Bhakta School of Architecture?

  The Raman Bhakta School of Architecture (RBSA) offers a Council of Architecture, India (COA) approved five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) undergraduate degree programme.

• How does one get Admission into the B.Arch. programme?

  To apply for B.Arch, the candidate needs to clear the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA). After clearing NATA, B.Arch admissions is a centralized process for the state of Gujarat, which is governed by the ACPC through their website: http://www.jacpcldce.ac.inThe website uploads Application Form, Important Dates to be followed, List of Documents to be attached, seat distribution, Guidelines for Admission Procedure, Cut off marks, merit list, process for counseling rounds and other relevant information through the ACPC website. Final list will be declared by ACPC upon closure of admissions in the respective colleges. A candidate will have to register in his/her respective university/college as per the final merit list.

• What are the Eligibility criteria for applying to the B.Arch. programme?

  No candidate shall be admitted to architecture program unless he/she has passed:
  
  An examination at the end of the 10+2 scheme of examination with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and also 50% marks in aggregate of the 10+2 level examination
  
  OR
  
  10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject, with at least 50% marks in aggregate
  
  AND
  
  The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) and secured minimum of 25% in MCQ portion (30 out of 120) and minimum of 25% in Drawing portion (20 out of 80). Overall qualifying marks (out of 200) would be based on post-exam statistics and at the discretion of the Council of Architecture.

• What is NATA?

  The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) measures the aptitude of the applicant for the field of Architecture. The test measures drawing and observation skills, sense of proportion, aesthetic sensitivity and critical thinking ability. For more information, please visit their website: http://www.nata.in

• What is the fee structure for the B.Arch. programme intakes?

  Please visit the link below.

  http://www.utu.ac.in/FeeStructure.html

• Is there any scholarship or financial aid available for students?

  SC, ST, OBC and SEBC students are eligible to apply for scholarships provided by the State and Central Government. Additionally, the University provides Shri B.U. Patel Scholarship for economically backward undergraduate students for more information, please visit http://utu.ac.in/Scholarship.html

• What kinds of Infrastructures are provided by RBSA?

  We are constantly adding more infrastructures to the institute and the campus, which currently includes the following:

  • Design Studios
  • Library
  • Computer Lab
  • Research Cell
  • Resource Centre
  • Documentation Centre
  • Photography Lab
  • Climatology Lab
  • Auditorium
  • Amphitheatre
  • Workshop Spaces
  • Discussion Zone
  • Art Galleries & Art Court
  • Metal Craft & Carpentry
  • Material Testing & Surveying Labs
  • Stationery Store
  • Boys' & Girls' Common Rooms

  Besides these facilities, the University offers an array of other amenities including Mess Halls, Canteens, Healthcare, Yoga Centre, Gymnasium, indoor and outdoor sports facilities and Wi-Fi campus.

• Are there any hostel facilities available on campus?

  For information on hostel facilities, click here.http://utu.ac.in/Hostels.html

• What transport facilities are available for students?

  For information on transport facilities, click here. http://utu.ac.in/Transportation.html

• Do you accept transfer students?

  Transfer students can apply if and when a vacancy is announced on the University website at the beginning of a new academic year. Transfer students can only apply for the 3rd & 5th Semesters, as per vacancy. Only B.Arch. students from other Universities can apply for transfer. For further details, please contact us directly at the institute.

• Who should I contact for more information?

  Please find contact details on the RBSA website. You can either give us a phone call or visit the campus between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm on working days.