To study B.Arch in Maharashtra, international students need 50% in 10+2 with Mathematics via 10+2 with Mathematics + valid NATA. A valid NATA score is mandatory. Students with non-Indian qualifications need an AIU equivalence certificate.
To study B.Arch in Maharashtra as an international student, you must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics + valid NATA. A valid NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) score is also mandatory.
Academic Requirement
You must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics + valid NATA. A valid NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) score is also mandatory. The qualifying basis is 10+2 with Mathematics + valid NATA, with a minimum of 50% in 10+2 with Mathematics.
NATA is mandatory. A valid NATA score from the Council of Architecture is required for all applicants and must be uploaded during registration.
Eligibility by Category
The academic eligibility is the same across categories; the status proof differs. The table summarises the position.
| Category | Academic Requirement | Status Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign National (FN) | 50% in 10+2 with Mathematics | Valid foreign passport; AIU certificate if board is outside India |
| NRI | 50% in 10+2 with Mathematics | Student passport + NRI proof of qualifying relative |
| OCI / PIO | 50% in 10+2 with Mathematics | OCI card or PIO documentation |
| CIWGC | 50% in 10+2 with Mathematics | Proof that a parent is an Indian worker in a Gulf country |
If Your Qualification Is From Outside India
If your Class 12 (HSC or equivalent) is from a non-Indian board or university, it must be recognised as equivalent to the Indian qualification through an AIU (Association of Indian Universities) Equivalence Certificate. Obtain it before applying, as it is required during document verification.
Who Can File the Application?
Only three parties may submit the application:
- The Student — applying on their own behalf.
- A Parent — the candidate's father or mother.
- A Legal Guardian — holding a valid Court Guardianship Certificate issued by an Indian court under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890.
Relatives such as aunts, uncles, grandparents, and siblings cannot file the application, even with NRI status. Confirm the exact requirement on the category checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum qualification for B.Arch in Maharashtra?
50% in 10+2 with Mathematics. The qualifying basis is 10+2 with Mathematics + valid NATA. A valid NATA score is also required.
Which subjects or background do I need?
Mathematics compulsory at 10+2, plus a valid nata score.
My qualification is from outside India — am I eligible?
Yes, if it is recognised as equivalent to the Indian qualification. You will need an AIU Equivalence Certificate, submitted with your application.
Can a relative apply on my behalf?
No. Only the student, a parent, or a court-appointed legal guardian can file the application. Other relatives, including those with NRI status, are not permitted.