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The Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) at NMIMS Balwant Sheth School of Architecture (BSSA), Mumbai, is a 2-year full-time, Council of Architecture (COA)-approved postgraduate program focused on Advanced Architecture Design. Launched in 2018, the program trains architecture professionals to experiment with and develop innovative design strategies across scales, from furniture to urban environments. The program has a seat intake of 20 students per batch, with a total tuition fee of Rs. 10.2 Lakhs (Rs. 5.1 Lakhs per annum), and is offered exclusively on-campus at the Vile Parle (West), Mumbai campus. Admission is based on PGETA scores and a Personal Interview with Portfolio review, making it a highly selective and research-oriented program popular among B.Arch. graduates seeking advanced design expertise.

Admissions for the 2026 batch are currently open. Online registration commenced on 26th March 2026 and the last date to register is 28th June 2026. The Personal Interview is scheduled for 10th July 2026, with the merit list to be declared on 20th July 2026. Fee payment and document upload must be completed between 21st July and 25th July 2026, and the course commences on 20th August 2026.

Key Points

The program is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA) and is the only M.Arch. program offered at BSSA Mumbai.
Focuses on three core research domains: Increasing Urbanisation, Environmental Adaptation, and Technological Shifts.
Curriculum includes Advance Design Studios, Interactive Seminars, Multidisciplinary Electives, and Value-Added Subjects like International Study Visits.
Digital prototyping, fabrication workshops, and computational design tools are integral to the program.
Candidates above 30 years of age are not eligible to apply.
A minimum of 10 eligible admitted candidates is required for the program to commence.
PGETA (COA Postgraduate Entrance Test in Architecture) is mandatory for admission.

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NMIMS BSSA M.Arch. Fees

The M.Arch. program at NMIMS BSSA carries a total tuition fee of Rs. 10.2 Lakhs for the 2-year program, payable at Rs. 5.1 Lakhs per year (as per 2025 batch data; 2026 batch fees will be communicated at the time of admission). The registration fee of Rs. 2,500 is non-refundable. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at the Mumbai campus at varying rates depending on the type of room and hostel.

Academic Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	5,10,000	5,10,000	10,20,000
Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable)	2,500	-	2,500
Total Academic Fee	5,12,500	5,10,000	10,22,500

Hostel Fees (Optional, 2026-27 rates)

Hostel	Hostel Fee (10 months) (Rs.)	Refundable Security Deposit (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
MKM Sanghvi Girls Hostel (AC)	3,70,000	10,000	3,80,000
GR Jani Boys Hostel (Non-AC)	2,50,000	10,000	2,60,000
GR Jani Boys Hostel (AC)	3,25,000	10,000	3,35,000
Bansi Villa Girls Residential Flats (Non-AC)	2,90,000	10,000	3,00,000
Bansi Villa Girls Residential Flats (AC)	3,40,000	10,000	3,50,000
Anand Premises Boys Residential (AC)	4,50,000	10,000	4,60,000

Hostel fees are for 10 months per academic year and are not mandatory.
Refund of hostel fee is allowed only in case of cancellation of admission from NMIMS.
Before commencement of course: Rs. 3,000 as processing charges will be deducted.
After commencement of course: No refund.
Security deposit is refundable at the end of the entire course, subject to deductions for damages.
Tuition fees for the 2026 batch will be officially communicated at the time of admission.
The 2025 batch fee was Rs. 4,25,000 per annum.
Activities other than academic classes (study tours, workshops, etc.) may require additional funding.

NMIMS BSSA M.Arch. Admission 2026

Admissions to the M.Arch. 2026 batch at NMIMS BSSA are currently open. The process involves online registration, document upload, a Personal Interview (conducted virtually), and portfolio submission. Selection is based entirely on merit, with the final merit list prepared on the basis of Personal Interview marks and Portfolio marks. PGETA qualification is mandatory as per COA norms.

NMIMS M.Arch. 2026 Admission Schedule

Sr. No.	Activity	Date
1	Start of Online Registration	26th March 2026
2	Last Date of Online Registration	28th June 2026
3	Call Letter / Admit Card Available on Dashboard	2nd July 2026
4	Personal Interview (Virtual)	10th July 2026
5	Merit List Declaration	20th July 2026
6	Document Upload and Payment of Admission Fees	21st July to 25th July 2026
7	Commencement of Course	20th August 2026
8	Closure of Admission	5th September 2026

PGETA 2026 Exam Dates (Mandatory Entrance Exam for M.Arch.)

Test	Registration Last Date	Admit Card	Exam Date	Result
PGETA Test 1	29th April 2026	1st May 2026	4th May 2026	6th May 2026
PGETA Test 2	19th May 2026	21st May 2026	25th May 2026	27th May 2026
PGETA Test 3	9th June 2026	11th June 2026	15th June 2026	17th June 2026
PGETA Additional Test	By 11th August 2026	-	24th August 2026	-

Note: PGETA 2026 dates are yet to be announced by the Council of Architecture. PGETA scores are valid for two academic years. Candidates with valid PGETA 2025 scores may also apply for the 2026 batch. Check www.pgeta.in for updates.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) or equivalent degree recognized by the Council of Architecture.
PGETA qualification is mandatory as per COA admission norms.
Candidates appearing in the final year of B.Arch. may also apply (provisional admission subject to clearing the final exam).
Candidates who completed graduation through part-time, distance learning, correspondence, or open school are not eligible.
Candidates above 30 years of age are not eligible to apply.

Admission Process

Step 1: Register online at www.nmims.edu / www.bssa.nmims.edu and pay the non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,500.
Step 2: Download the call letter from the student dashboard and upload required documents (10th marksheet, 12th marksheet, ID proof, filled application form).
Step 3: Appear for the Personal Interview (conducted virtually); submit portfolio before the PI date.
Step 4: Check merit list on the student dashboard; selected candidates must upload documents and pay full course fees within the stipulated timeline (21st to 25th July 2026).
Admission is confirmed only upon payment of fees; waitlisted candidates must monitor the dashboard for updates.

NMIMS BSSA M.Arch. Scholarships 2026

NMIMS BSSA does not have a widely publicized dedicated scholarship program exclusively for M.Arch. students. However, students may avail of government scholarships and central schemes applicable to postgraduate students. The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS) by the Ministry of Education is available to eligible students at the PG level, offering Rs. 2,000 per month (Rs. 20,000 per academic year) for 10 months.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Offered By	Amount	Eligibility
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)	Ministry of Education, Govt. of India	Rs. 2,000/month (Rs. 20,000/year)	Above 80th percentile in Class 12; family income below Rs. 6 Lakhs per annum; not availing any other scholarship
State Government Scholarships	Respective State Governments	Varies	As per state-specific criteria (SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories)
Education Loan (not a scholarship)	Banks / NBFCs	Up to full course fee	As per bank norms; NMIMS supports education loan applications

NMIMS facilitates education loan applications through its Education Loan / Financing portal.
Students are advised to check the PFMS portal (pfms.nic.in) for CSSS scholarship renewal and application.
No institution-specific merit scholarship exclusively for M.Arch. has been officially announced by NMIMS BSSA.
Students should contact admissions.bssa@nmims.edu for the latest updates.

NMIMS BSSA M.Arch. Placement 2026

NMIMS BSSA has a dedicated placement cell for M.Arch. students, operational since April 2012. The program's focus on advanced design, digital fabrication, and urban research equips graduates for roles in leading architecture firms, urban design studios, research institutions, and academia. M.Arch. graduates from BSSA have been placed at reputed firms including Perkins Eastman, Architecture Brio, Broadway Malyan, and several boutique design studios across Mumbai and other cities. The median salary for M.Arch. graduates from BSSA is reported at approximately Rs. 20 LPA, reflecting the premium positioning of the program.

Placement Statistics

Placement Metric	Details
Median Salary (M.Arch.)	Rs. 20 LPA
Placement Cell	Active since April 2012
Key Recruiters	Perkins Eastman, Architecture Brio, Broadway Malyan, Nude Studio, Urban Studio, Mind Space Architects
Career Roles	Architect, Urban Designer, Design Researcher, Academic Faculty, Design Consultant

Exclusive course-level placement data for M.Arch. is limited.
The above figures are indicative based on available data.
Students are encouraged to contact the placement cell at placement.bssa@nmims.edu for current placement statistics.

NMIMS BSSA M.Arch. FAQs

Ques. Is PGETA mandatory for admission to M.Arch. at NMIMS BSSA, or can I apply without it?

Ans. Yes, PGETA (Council of Architecture Postgraduate Entrance Test in Architecture) is mandatory for admission to the M.Arch. program at NMIMS BSSA, as per COA norms. However, PGETA scores are valid for two academic years, so candidates with a valid score from the previous year can also apply. Check www.pgeta.in for the latest exam schedule.

Ques. What is the age limit for applying to the M.Arch. program at NMIMS BSSA?

Ans. Candidates above 30 years of age are not eligible to apply for the M.Arch. program at NMIMS BSSA. This is a strict eligibility criterion mentioned in the admission handout.

Ques. Is the Personal Interview conducted in-person or online?

Ans. The Personal Interview for M.Arch. admission at NMIMS BSSA is conducted on a virtual platform. Candidates are required to submit their portfolio before the PI date and download the call letter from their student dashboard.

Ques. What should the portfolio contain for the M.Arch. Personal Interview?

Ans. The portfolio should showcase relevant architectural works and design projects. It carries 50 out of 100 marks in the PI evaluation, making it the most critical component. The PI also evaluates aptitude for advanced studies (15 marks), relevant past experience (10 marks), skill and presentation (15 marks), and concluding remarks (10 marks).

Ques. Will the program commence if fewer than 10 students are admitted?

Ans. No. As per NMIMS policy, the M.Arch. program will commence only if a minimum of 10 eligible candidates are admitted after the selection process. This is clearly stated in the admission handout.

Ques. Can students who completed B.Arch. through distance or correspondence mode apply for M.Arch. at NMIMS BSSA?

Ans. No. Candidates who completed their B.Arch. through part-time, distance learning, correspondence courses, externally, or open school from a recognized university are not eligible to apply for the M.Arch. program at NMIMS BSSA, as per UGC guidelines.