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B.Arch is a 5 year professional architectural course which aims to provide knowledge and skills necessary to become an architect and get into similar roles.

Students have the option of becoming an architect, Architectural Engineer, Architectural Historian, Art Director, Building Contractor, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Researcher, etc.

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Globally, India is expected to become the third largest construction market by the year 2022. With the aim to become a sustainable country, India requires more than INR 50 trillion which the government is planning to do with the help of certain policies and national and international investments.

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Therefore, there will be a huge demand for skillful architectural professionals to make this happen in the coming future.

Table of Content

B Arch Jobs

1.1 Job Roles

1.2 Govt Jobs

B Arch Salary
What does an Architect do?

3.1 How to Become an Architect?

B Arch Top Companies
Skills required for B Arch Jobs
B Arch Job Sectors
B Arch Jobs: FAQs

B Arch Jobs

The profession of architecture is attractive, earning money and has a lot of potential for growth. The architectural degree is designed to complement the educational component of professional certification bodies. This area includes various functions such as landscaping, security management, aesthetics, materials management, and more.

B Arch job roles

Career opportunities in architecture field is very high due to the explosion of the construction and design fields. They are required in various government and private organizations.

Preparing and Presenting Design Proposals to Customers.
Concept development taking into account customer needs, building use and environmental impact
Advising clients on the feasibility of their projects
Compiling project specifications
Respecting budget and deadlines
Collaborate and communicate with construction professionals
Follow architectural trends and advancements
Prepare detailed drawings from which to establish costs
Making site visits to check progress
Handling problems that may arise during construction.
Tender preparation and referendum planning and presentations
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with building codes, standards, guidelines and regulations
Site visits to verify project status and project reports
Negotiate with contractors and other professionals
Attend Regular Meetings With Clients, Contractors, And Other Specialists
Consolidating Contractor Work.

B Arch Govt Jobs

Mentioned below in tabular format are the government jobs in demand in India.

Company	Designation	Location
Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department	Multi Tasker	Himachal Pradesh
BSF	Inspector Architecht, Sub-Inspector Architecht	Across India
Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority	Assistant Architect	Guwahati
Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority	Assistant Planner	Tamil Nadu
Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited	Chief and Deputy Chief Engineer	Karnataka
Cantonment Board	Junior Architect	New Delhi
Bharat Electronics Limited	Project Engineer	Agra

B Arch Salary

The table below contains the designation-wise B.Arch salary in India:

Designation	Salary (INR)
Project Architect	5 LPA
Assistant Professor	6 LPA
Design Architect	4 LPA
Interior Architect	5 LPA
Urban Planner	5.50 LPA
Project Manager	10 LPA
Design Manager	10 LPA
Landscape Architect	5 LPA
Senior Principal Architect	19.40 LPA
Senior Interior Designer	7.50 LPA

See Also: Salary of an Interior Architect

What does an Architect do?

Architecture is one of the most satisfying jobs of people who love the effort to use their ingenuity to create something new, beautiful and useful. An architect works in a flexible environment and has a flexible thought process. Architects work closely with professionals from a variety of fields, such as engineering and design.

As a result, architects tend to develop a holistic and inclusive concept and be able to tackle everyday situations in new ways. Architecture is one of the most demanding and challenging work areas. Also, it is important to understand that one must be creative and willing to learn while working in a flexible environment if one wants to enter a construction site.

How to Become an Architect?

Like other specialized professionals, architects also needs to be trained hard and gain substantial learning opportunities. There are several universities and colleges offer a bachelor of architecture (B.Arch.) degree and it usually takes 5 years to complete B.Arch degree.

However, one should be able to score well entrance test while making the application for admission to the top architecture universities and colleges. Firstly, most universities and colleges require a minimum of 60% 10+2 marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects.

B Arch Top Companies

Mentioned below in tabular format are some top architecture companies in India.

Architect Firms in India
Kembhavi Architecture Foundation	Somaya & Kalappa Consultants	The White Room
Quirk Studio	Mars Bim	Itech Designs
Uniquescadd	Px Makes	Ryan Creative Living
C.P. Kukreja Associates	Studio Pka	3d Furniture Modeling Studio
Sv Consultants	Uk Interia Pvt Ltd	Asc Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Studio Course	Ikix 3d Prints	Abin Design Studio
Ksm Architecture	Moriq	Morphogenesis

Skills required for B Arch

There are numerous skills required to pursue a degree in architecture. Mentioned below are skills that every student need to make their career in architecture.

Be interested in buildings and their uses.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Practical and scientific skills.
A methodical, logical and analytical approach.
Design talent
Technical skills
Legal knowledge
Business skills
Social awareness
Design talent
Strong mathematical ability.
Good business and management skills.

B.Arch Job Sectors

Some common job sectors where B.Arch graduates can find credible jobs are present in both private sectors and government sectors.

In the private sector, you can be hired as an Urban Planner, Urban Designer, Project Manager, Junior Architect, etc. in private architecture firms and companies.

Top Private Architectural Firms in India are:

Architect Firms in India
Hafeez Contractor	Lotus Design Studio	Matharoo Associates	Morphogenesis
Sanjay Puri Architects	Vastu Shilpa Foundation	Creative Design Group	Shilpa Architects
Oscar & Ponni Architects	C.P. Kukreja Associates	Somaya & Kalappa Consultants	Kembhavi Architecture Foundation
PiVisions	A New Dimension	Abraham John Architects	Architecture RED

It is a dream of every architecture aspirant to work in one of these companies. You can earn anywhere between INR 3-8 LPA in big firms in a variety of roles which we have discussed in the next section.

Top Government Sector in India to work as an Architect:

Government Sectors
Public Works Department	National Building Organization	National Institute of Urban Affairs	Hindustan Prefab Limited
Archaeological Department	Hindustan Aeronautics Limited	Urban Development Corporation	City Development Corporation
State Housing Boards	Departments of Railways	Ministry of Defense	Public Service Commission

B Arch Jobs FAQs

Ques. What jobs can I do after B Arch?

Ans. Construction students can apply for a variety of jobs after completing their studies. For example, one can try to be an architect, civil engineer, interior designer, etc.

Ques. Does B Arch have job opportunities?

Ans. Graduates from architecture can find reliable jobs in both the private and public sectors. In the private sector, you can be employed as an urban planner, planner, project manager, junior architect, and more. from private companies and construction companies.

Ques. What is B Arch salary?

Ans. One can expect an initial income of INR 40,000 to INR 50,000 per year. However, after five years of experience, one can expect to earn INR 80,000 to INR 100,000 per year.

Ques. How is life after B Arch?

Ans. There are many option to choose after B Arch, one can apply for M Arch, Go into research or apply for job at several positions in real estate agency such as architect, historian, architect, interior designer, department engineer, specialist, art director, contractor, inspector, editor.

Ques. Do architects get paid well in India?

Ans. Architects do get well paid in India. However, it all depends on one’s experience and portfolios.

Ques. What should I do after 12th in architecture?

Ans. After 12th, one can apply for B.Arch or Diploma in architecture

Ques. Do B Arch students get good placements?

Ans. Placements depends on the college a student is enrolled in. There are many universities popular for architecture in India. If you apply in prestigious universities you have a good chance of getting well placed.

Ques. Which is the best course after B Arch?

Ans. Students can pursue M. Arch after completing B.Arch to get a more specialision wise knowledge in architecture field. Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), or a Common Entrance Exam for Design (CEED) is generally required to apply for M.Arch. There are ,mainly three specialisation that students can apply for in M.Arch