CoA | PROCEDURE FOR REGISTRATION
The Council of Architecture (CoA) states that, “Any person desirous of practising as an ‘Architect’ in India is required to be registered in the Register, with the Council of Architecture (CoA). He shall be entitled on payment of the prescribed fees to have his name entered in the register, if he resides or carries on the profession of Architect in India and holds a recognised qualification (Indian and Foreign) listed in the CoA Schedule, or does not hold such a qualification but, being a citizen of India, has been engaged in practice as an architect for a period of not less than five years prior to 27.04.1974 or possesses such other qualifications as may be prescribed by rules .”
Though the procedure for registration with the CoA has been explained in detail in the CoA website, it is confusing. So I get many queries regarding the procedure. As an Architect, I have described the details of the procedure for registering with the Council of Architecture in India here under the following headings:
What is the Register of architects?
What is the procedure for getting registered with the CoA?
What are the documents to be submitted along with the application for registration?
Can you apply for registration if you have not received your architectural certificate?
What is the procedure if a mark sheet is missing?
What is the procedure to apply for change in name?
How does one apply for change of name after marriage?
What should be done if the name on the architectural certificate does not match with the name on the basis of which the registration is sought?
Can an Architect have an additional qualification entered in the Register of Architects?
Is the one time payment option available while registering with the CoA?
When is the certificate of registration issued?
When is the Register printed?
What happens if the CoA rejects your application for registration?
Does the registration with the CoA have to be renewed?
WHAT IS THE REGISTER OF ARCHITECTS?
The Central Government provides a Register of Architects in India. The Council of Architecture prepares and maintains the Register in accordance with the provisions of the Architect’s Act. The Register includes the following particulars:
- The full name with the date of birth, nationality and residential address of the Architect.
- The Architect’s qualification for registration (B.Arch. or M.Arch etc) and the date on which he obtained that qualification and the authority which conferred it.
- The date of the Architect’s first admission to the Register.
- The Architect’s professional address.
- Further particulars prescribed by rules.
WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE FOR GETTING REGISTERED WITH THE COUNCIL OF ARCHITECTURE?
Earlier a person applying for registration was required to download the registration form and send a duly filled form to the Council of Architecture office. But w.e.f. 01.04.2016 onward, only online filled up applications shall be accepted. The instructions for filling and submission of online application form are described here:
1) REGISTER AS AN APPLICANT:
The first step is to sign-up/register yourself as an applicant for registration. For that, you have to go to the CoA site and click on online services. (Please use internet explorer for filling the online application form, because chrome browser is not working properly) Fill in all the details required of you, such as email id (which will be your login ID), year of admission, date of birth, mobile number, enrollment number and OTP which will be sent to your email account. Subsequently a password will be generated by the system and sent to you by email. This will be your login password. With the login ID and password, you can login the Council’s website anytime.
2) FILL UP THE APPLICATION FORM:
Fill-up the application form in proper case and completely. Remember an incomplete application shall not be processed further and no intimation shall be sent in this regard. Please fill up your name in the form as per the recognised architectural qualification certificate on the basis of which registration is sought. Also ensure that the spelling of your name is correctly mentioned on the recognised architectural qualification certificate and marksheets being submitted by you. In case, your name is mentioned incorrectly, you must get the same corrected from the competent authority of the University/institution.
3) UPLOAD PHOTO AND SIGNATURE:
Upload your recent color photograph of size 3.5 x 3.5cm upto 10KB (max) and Signatures upto 4 KB (max).
4) ENROLLMENT NUMBER:
Enrollment number i.e., (CoA-Six digit Number) is mandatory / as applicable (for admissions from the Academic Year 2008-09 onwards). Make sure that the enrollment number entered is strictly in format as given in the enrollment number list as available on the website of the Council www.coa.gov.in/enrollment. Enrollment numbers of the students are also available with the respective Institutions.
5) TAKE A PRINTOUT OF FILLED FORM:
After filling up the application fully, take a printout of the duly filled form on good quality bond A4 size paper (preferably a coloured one).
6) CORRECTIONS:
Correction(s), if any, can be made by the applicant in the hard copy of the generated/printed application form by countersigning at the place of correction before sending to the Council. Note that the CoA is strict about completing the application format.
7) SEND THE FILLED FORM TO THE CoA OFFICE:
The duly filled and signed application form should be properly stapled with the requisite documents in the same order as provided in the checklist mentioned below and may be handed personally either by you or by a person authorized by you, at the office of the “Council of Architecture” (Payment Timings :10.00 am to 01.00 p.m. & 01.30p.m. to 03.30 p.m. on all working days Monday to Friday) or be sent to the Council’s office by registered post addressed to the “Registrar, Council of Architecture, India Habitat Centre, Core- 6A, First floor, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110 003″.
8) REGISTRATION FEES:
Each application shall be accompanied by Registration Fee (Non-refundable) of Rs.600/- by way of cash at the counter or by demand draft drawn in favor of “Council of Architecture”, payable at New Delhi or alternately the payment can also be made online through login id details.
NOTE: In case, the request/transaction is not successfully completed, you can write to the CoA on their Email ID: renewal-coa@gov.in mentioning the details of the transaction. In case after the online payment is made and amount has been deducted by your bank but the status of payment is still showing “Make Payment”, DO NOT pay again. Contact the CoA for updating of status of payment. Refund of all disputed payments shall be processed after due verification/reconciliation by the council and shall be settled within 15 days from the date of communication.
9) SUBMIT TO CoA:
Do remember to press ‘Submit to CoA’ button after making the payment online. It ensures that the application form is in order otherwise your application shall not be available for further processing.
WHAT ARE THE DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH THE APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION?
The documents to be submitted along with the application for Registration include the following. Documents must be duly attested by a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public / Oath Commissioner and must be self attested. Documents should be properly stapled with the application form in the same order as provided in the checklist:
1) FILLED-UP APPLICATION FORM:
Application form color printout in the prescribed format, duly filled in and signed by you. Please ensure that the spelling of your name is strictly as per the recognised university architectural qualification certificate and mark sheets submitted by you.
2) BIRTH CERTIFICATE:
A copy of the date of birth certificate attested by either a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public/Oath Commissioner. In case you do not have a birth certificate, you may submit a self-attested copy of Matriculation / Secondary Examination having a record of your date of birth.
3) 10 + 2 MARK SHEET:
A self-attested copy of 10+2 or equivalent examination mark-sheet. In case of 10+3 diploma, enclose all semester’s mark-sheet & diploma certificate
4) ARCHITECTURAL DEGREE CERTIFICATE:
The self-attested copy of the final recognised architectural qualification degree certificate on the basis of which registration is sought i.e. 5-year B.Arch. Degree or 5-year Diploma in Architecture or 5-year Government Diploma in Architecture or Membership of I.I.A. Certificate (as the case may be). The recognised architectural qualifications (Indian and Foreign) are listed in my post on recognised Indian and Foreign Architectural qualifications. In case the final degree/diploma has not been awarded/ issued by the University, you may submit a self-attested copy of the provisional certificate/passing certificate issued by the competent authority of the University i.e. Asst. Registrar/Dy. Registrar/Registrar or any other competent authority authorised.
NOTE: The Council of architecture will only accept the Provisional Certificate/Passing Certificate issued by the University and will not accept a provisional certificate issued by an institution. Also, the provisional certificate will not be accepted if the final degree/diploma for the applicant’s batch has already been awarded. Council shall not be responsible for loss or mutilation of any original certificate(s)/ Document(s) sent/received by post.
5) COPIES OF MARKSHEETS FOR ALL SEMESTERS/YEARS:
The self-attested copies of all semester/year’s mark-sheets of the recognised qualification (including Fail/ATKT/Supplementary etc.) for all the semesters / years along with Practical Training certificate, if any. Alternatively, consolidated marksheet which contains all semesters/years detailed marks. No original mark sheet(s) should be submitted with the application.
6) CASTE/ CATEGORY CERTIFICATE: If any applicable.
7) DEMAND DRAFT:
A demand draft for Rs.600/- (non-refundable) drawn in favour of “Council of Architecture”, payable at Delhi/New Delhi towards registration fee. It must be mentioned that the option of availing of One Time Payment at the time of applying for registration has been discontinued. The registration shall be granted initially for two calendars years and after that period, you can opt for one time payment.
8) SELF ADDRESSED ENVELOPE:
A self addressed envelope of size 12″x10″ for sending the certificate of Registration back to the candidate.
9) REGISTERED POST:
It is preferable to send the application along with the self-attested copies of the documents aforementioned, by Registered Post to avoid any loss in transit.
CAN YOU APPLY FOR REGISTRATION IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR ARCHITECTURAL CERTIFICATE?
In case, you have not received the architectural certificate pending the award of the same by the University, you may for the time being submit a self-attested copy of the provisional certificate/passing certificate issued by the competent authority of the University i.e. Asst. Registrar/Dy. Registrar/Registrar or any other competent authorised authority. As soon as you receive the original architectural certificate, you must send a self-attested copy of the same to the registrar of the Council of Architecture.
NOTE: The Council of architecture will only accept the Provisional Certificate/Passing Certificate issued by the University and will not accept a provisional certificate issued by an institution. Also, the provisional certificate will not be accepted if the final degree/diploma for the applicant’s batch has already been awarded.
WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE IF A MARK SHEET IS MISSING?
HOW DOES ONE APPLY FOR CHANGE OF NAME AFTER MARRIAGE?
In case of change of surname consequent upon marriage, you should fill up the application for registration online with the changed name along with supporting documents such as, application form for change of name and an attested copy of the Marriage Certificate (i.e. Memorandum of Marriage) or an attested copy of your Marriage Certificate / Gazette Notification from the respective State/Central Government or alternatively, an affidavit executed on a non-Judicial Stamp paper of Rs. 10/-, and fill up your changed name in the form as per the attached document.
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE TO APPLY FOR CHANGE OF NAME?
In case where where first name is also changed upon marriage or name is changed due to reasons other than marriage, you should fill up the application for registration online with the changed name along with supporting documents such as, application form for change of name and only a duly attested copy of the Gazette Notification from respective Central/State Government shall be accepted.
NOTE: In case of change of name, only the new name must be entered under the column provided for. However, if there is any correction in the details of the name i.e., name order (First name, Middle name and/or Surname or any correction, the same can be done by cutting and correcting the same on the hard copy, at the place but it has to be countersigned by the applicant.
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE IF THE NAME ON THE ARCHITECTURAL CERTIFICATE DOES NOT MATCH WITH THE NAME ON THE BASIS OF WHICH REGISTRATION IS SOUGHT?
In case, your name or the nomenclature of the qualification pursued by you is mentioned incorrectly in your architectural certificate, or the mark sheets that you are submitting, you must get the same corrected from the competent authority of the University/institution before you submit it for registration.
CAN AN ARCHITECT HAVE AN ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION ENTERED IN THE REGISTER OF ARCHITECTS?
An architect is entitled to have any additional architectural qualification(s), entered in the Certificate of Registration as an additional qualification on payment of additional qualification fee of Rs.200/- (per qualification). But only recognized architectural qualification(s) included in the schedule of qualifications appended to the Architects Act, 1972, can be entered on the Certificate of Registration.
The additional recognized architectural qualification certificates IN ORIGINAL, for verification and return by Registered Post, along with a copy of the same duly attested by either a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public/Oath Commissioner must be enclosed along with the application for registration.
NOTE: Please ensure that the nomenclature of the qualification pursued by you is correctly mentioned on the recognised architectural qualification certificate and marksheets being submitted. In case, the nomenclature of the qualification is not mentioned correctly, you must get the same corrected from the competent authority of the University,before submitting to the Council.
IS THE ONE TIME PAYMENT OPTION AVAILABLE WHILE REGISTERING WITH THE COA?
Note that the option of availing of One Time Payment at the time of applying for registration has been discontinued. The registration shall be granted initially for two calendars years only. But at the time of renewal after the initial two years, you may make payment of the prescribed renewal fee annually or opt for One Time Payment as and when your renewal fee falls due. One Time Payment can be opted at the time of renewal, subject to submission of a duly attested copy of the final Degree/Diploma certificate received after convocation, if not submitted earlier.
WHEN IS THE CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION ISSUED?
If the Registrar is of the opinion that the applicant is entitled to be registered, then he shall enter the name of the applicant in the Register and issue a Certificate of Registration. The processing of an application for registration takes at least one month from the date of receipt of application along with all supporting documents in hard copy.
WHEN IS THE REGISTER PRINTED?
After the first day of April every year, the Registrar prints copies of the up-to-date Register, which are then available to persons applying for a copy, on payment of the prescribed fee and shall be evidence that on the said date, the persons whose names are entered therein were architects.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE CoA REJECTS YOUR APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION?
Any person whose application for registration is rejected by the Registrar, can within three months of the date of rejection, appeal to the Council.
DOES THE REGISTRATION WITH THE CoA HAVE TO BE RENEWED?
The registration shall be granted initially for two calendars years. In order to renew your registration after its expiry, you may make payment of the prescribed renewal fee annually or opt for one time payment as and when your renewal fee falls due. One Time Payment can be opted at the time of renewal, subject to submission of a duly attested copy of the final Degree/Diploma certificate received after convocation, if not submitted earlier.
NOTE: Even though you pay a one time payment, the registration is given for a period of 10 years at a time and the certificate of registration must be sent IN ORIGINAL for further endorsement before the 10 year period ends along with the form for further endorsement.
For details regarding renewal of registration go to my next post:
The Council Of Architecture (CoA) in India has stipulated guidelines and regulations regarding an Architect’s profession and education. To know more, go to:
- An Architect’s Educational Qualifications
- An Architect’s Services and Responsibilities
- An Architect’s Charges
- An Architect’s Conduct
- Registration of an Architect with the CoA
- Architectural Competitions
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Hello
Recently i have completed my degree from iiA .can i get a lisence and registration with coa to practice as an architect in india.
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So check and see if you are eligible.
Admin
Hi there,
I would like to know few queries regarding architecturewhat is the best method for submitting the relevant documents to COA for my registration? How long does it take if I am submitting all the documents by hand?
I am really worried about my original provisional certificates as we are putting our own life in danger by trusting snail mails or speed post.
A soonest reply would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Rafi
Hi,
Earlier you were expected to send the original certificates for checking by the CoA. But now it appears that you only need to send self-attested copies of all relevant documents by registered post.
Admin
I am a 3YRS ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANTSHIP DIPLOMA HOLDER .
I eligible or not for registration in architect council
Hi,
I doubt if you are eligible. But you could check the Schedule to see if your qualification is in the list.
Admin
Hi , have completed my all years and subjects in five years except a single third yr subject that was pending .I passed it in 7 th yr and have completed my degree. iam eligible for the licence?
Hi,
Earlier it was a must that you should have completed the first stage of 3 years within the first 5 years. But in the latest “minimum standards for architectural education, 2017”, I do not see any such rule. So You could send all the required documents to the CoA and see what happens.
Admin
Hello,
One of my Cousin is studying B.Arch in a university based in Chennai,first one and half year he does in one university and got T.C.Then he joined in different university.now he is doing his 5th Year, Regarding COA we enquired in Delhi,but the university which gave admission on first year is not registered with COA itseems.Can I able to get the COA number in 5th year.Who is responsible for applying COA number,first studied university or second studying university,we are so confused and both universities are not taking responsibility.What to do now? Please guide how to handle this.This is his future.. Thank you in advance.
Hi,
I am as confused as you. Usually the enrollment number is given at the time of admission. But if the first college is not recognised by the CoA, it maybe a problem. Anyway go through the list of enrollment numbers and then apply for registration. See what happens.
Admin
I am planning to visit coa office directly for my first time registration. Will it be done in a day if i hav necessary documents?
sir i am studying in diploma in architecture 3years course. can i eligible for COA approved license .
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So check here.
Admin
Hi
For the application of coa registration does seft attestation is enough for the all the Documents submission or should i do attention by a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public / Oath Commissioner
Hi,
Earlier, the certificates had to be attested by a gazetted officer, but it now appears that self-attested copies are sufficient.
Admin
Hello
I have completed 5years of b.arch in 2017. I had clear all the semister
without any single back. I got 6.1 cgpa in b.arch. And 49.833% in 10+2 exam from Maharashtra. Will be I am able to get coa registration no. ?????
Hi,
According to the CoA guidelines for admission to architecture course, “No candidate, with less than 50% marks in aggregate, shall be admitted to the architecture course unless he/ she has passed an examination at the end of the new 10+2 scheme of Senior School Certificate Examination or equivalent with Mathematics as subjects of examination at the 10+2 level”. So I dont understand how you got admission to architecture.Anyhow, you send all the documents required by the CoA for registration including the 10+2 marks and see what they say.
Admin
I just passed out of my final year, while i was registering myself online i found out that my date of birth is showing to 7/09/1944 though it is 7/09/1994… What shiuld i do?
I tried to change it and then submit but it finally remained same and did not change.
Hello,
I am an Indian Citizen and completing my Bachelor in Architectural Studies and M-Arch ,both from Australia.
Am i eligible for Registration in India.
Do i have to appear for any exams for the same ?
Thanks
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So you can check here and see if you are eligible for registration.
Admin
Hello I am trying to apply via online when i under go procedure, I noted that my father Name Initial is wrongly they mentioned, is there any chance to change my father initial.
I completed degree in 2013, havnt taken original degree certificate. I need coa registration urgently. So can i use provisional certificate now for registration?
Hi,
You can use the provisional certificate for applying for registration only if the original certificate has not been issued by your university for your batch. But if it has been and you did not take it, then you cannot apply using a provisional certificate. First get your original certificate and then apply for registration.
Admin
Hi, I have passed B. Arch. degree from Kerala University and is registering online with COA. But my date of birth in the student enrolment lists been wrongly entered. I had requested the registrar to correct this along with a letter from the College requesting th COA to correct this and my Birth certificate. But there is no reply yet. What should I do to correct this?
Arjun Sooraj Suresh
Hi,
Send an intimation letter to the CoA once again, along with attested copies of the documents as proof.
Admin
Hi,
How long does the registration process generally take, after the documents have reached COA office?
Hi,
You should expect a wait of two months at least.
Admin
Hello..
I dnt have community certificate.. I’m other caste..it is possible to register in Coa without community certificate..??
Hi,
For registration purposes, the caste certificate is not essential.
admin
Hello sir,i have completed my 3yrs diploma course in architectural assistantship from a Govt polytechnic institute which is an AICTE approved..Am i eligible for registration?
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
i student of commerce 12 std & pass 10th in 2016. I want to take architecture . As rules recently change before our admission so can i pursive for architect
Hi,
According to the new CoA elligibilty criteria which will come into force from the academic year 2019-2020, “No candidate shall be admitted to architecture program unless she/ he 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”. So if you are trying for admission this year, I doubt if you are eligible since you are a commerce student.
Admin
Sir/Madam
I have completed my architecture but but cleared a 6th semester subject during my 6th year.. will I be able to register myself as an architect with the COA ? I want to know if there’s any rule that doesn’t permit me from getting registered as an architect because I wasn’t able to complete a subject of the first 3 years within 5years and how do I go about with the matter ?
Thanking you.
Hi,
“The First stage of the course shall be the first 3 academic years or 6 semesters and should be completed within 5 years of admission to the B.Arch. Course. Registration under the Architects Act, 1972, is acceptable only after successful completion of both the stages.” This was the CoA educational regulations of 2008. But according to the Coa educational regulations of 2017, I do not find any mention about completing the first stage within 5 years. So maybe it does not matter and you can send your documents for registration.
Admin
Hi Admin ,
how can we make our license valid internationally ?
Hi,
The CoA is valid only in India. You will have to apply for registration in another country seperately.
Admin
Hai,
Is M.arch(1Year course) from National university of singapore Vaild in COA?
What are the university in malaysia is vaild for m.arch in coa?
For apply the COA registration, the application form is only available online or can i get in the coa office, India Habitat Centre,New delhi ?
How Much cost for two year registration?
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. You can only apply online from this year on. The registration fees is Rs 600/ and the registration shall be granted initially for two calendars years.
Admin
hi sir,
i m gautam.i have completed the b-arch degree. yesterday i had open the c.o.a site,there is written..maths subject should have 50% of 12 th std, but i dont have….can i rgister there…..
Hi,
According to the CoA guidelines for admission to architecture course, “No candidate, with less than 50% marks in aggregate, shall be admitted to the architecture course unless he/ she has passed an examination at the end of the new 10+2 scheme of Senior School Certificate Examination or equivalent with Mathematics as subjects of examination at the 10+2 level”. So I dont understand how you got admission to architecture. Anyhow, you send all the documents required by the CoA for registration including the 10+2 marks and see what they say.
Admin
hiii
i am nidhi . i have completed 3 years of diploma in architecture & interior in honours from RGPV university. so can i apply for registration in COA .
thanks
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
hi I took admission 2013-14 (b-arch) and complete first year 2014-15 then fail in second year, again I got re-admission in second year 2015-16 unfortunately I’m again fail afterwards for any reason I gap one year 2016-17.
Now I want to continue my studies.
Can I got again the admission anywhere.??
where to study with a second year
I recently completed my Bachelor’s of Architecture from Carnegie Mellon University in USA. I am an indian citizen and wanted to register as an architect with the council of architecture. Can I still do that? If yes, what should i use as my enrollment number?
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. Since you have not done B.Arch in India, you are not expected to fill up the enrollment number.
Admin
Hie
I have a architecture degree from Malaysia and a M.arch degree from Australia. Can I register with the CoA in the future . I am a indian citizen.
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hello!! I have got my degree after marriage so for registration do i have to fill my old name in form and after that process new name in name change form?
If yes then can simultaneously this process can be done? or what else process is there?
Please suggest asap as i have to go for registration next week.
THANK YOU.
Hi,
In case of change of surname consequent upon marriage, you should fill up the application for registration online with the changed name along with supporting documents such as, application form for change of name and copy of the Marriage Certificate (i.e. Memorandum of Marriage) or a copy of the Gazette Notification from the respective State/Central Government duly attested by either a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public/Oath Commissioner, OR alternatively, an attested copy of a joint affidavit submitted along with husband executed on a non-Judicial Stamp paper of Rs.10/- towards change of name consequent upon marriage. Then follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
Hi, I’m MEGHA chatterjee.I have passed higher secondary exam this year and appeared Jeemain paper 2.I want to study b.arch in private institute (Rani rasmoni school of architecture,Durgapur) in kolkata which is affiliated by COA. after completing this course can I get coa registration? And then what will be my user ID and password for apply?
Hi i did not qualify nata but completed my b.arch from manit bhopal on the basis of jee main paper 2 score…..can i apply for license?..
Hi,
According to the CoA, “The candidates admitted to 1st year of a 5-year course without passing an Aptitude Test in Architecture and who have been granted B. Arch. degree or other qualifications shall not be deemed to have attained recognised qualification listed in the schedule of qualifications appended to the Architects Act, 1972. Such candidates will not be eligible for registration as an architect with the Council of Architecture.”
So I’m not sure if there is any loophole that you can use. Anyhow send all the necessary documents for registration and see what happens.
Admin
Hello Sir!
I want to know if there is any eligibility criteria for architectural licence in which student should have cleared all subjects of first 3 years in first 5 years to get a licence from coa.
Hi,
Earlier it was a must that you should have completed the first stage of 3 years within the first 5 years. But in the latest “minimum standards for architectural education, 2017”, I do not see any such rule. So You could send all the required documents for registration to the CoA and see what happens.
Admin
Hello Sir,
I’m in my 4th year of B Arch and I have to apply for my final year internships. Can I do my internship under an architect who is registered with the COA but the firm is not registered with the COA.
Thanks & Regards
Hi,
Yes you can do that.
Admin
If a person does march after civil, can he get architect degree?
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So by that definition since civil engineering degree is not part of the Schedule you are not eligible. But since you did M.Arch, I am not sure. Write to the CoA and see what they have to say.
Admin
Hi. I have a small design firm that has been designing commercial spaces since 2011. While we employ registered architects, the directors do not have a degree in architecture. Would it be possible to register our firm or head designer?
I have done B.sc interior Design , I have an experience of 5yrs with a registered Architect with COA he has 25yrs of experience , am i eleigible for the COA licensure ??
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, only then are you eligible for registration with the CoA. Working with an architect does not make you eligible.
Admin
Hi
I’ve done btech in civil engineering and i’m not intersted to do job as a site engineer. So, i want to do my own business related to architecture and engineering field in future such as preparing architectural and structural drawing both. For this what should i do ? and can i register for COA and IIA
If not so, can i do architecture in future without registering.
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So by that definition since civil engineering degree is not part of the Schedule you are not eligible for registration. You cannot practise architecture without being registered. It is illegal.
Admin
Hi, I passed out in 2002 but due to some reason I have not registered in CoA and I am continuing my job. Please confirm if I can apply now? Is there any extra charges/fine that will be applied? Please suggest. Thanks!
Hi,
You can apply for registration provided you have all the necessary documents for registration. There should not be any fine for not registering for so long, according to my information. Just follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
will COA accept Architecture through AMIE Section A & B for architect registration?
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Am I eligible of getting a license if I have less than 50% marks in 10+2?
Hi,
According to the CoA guidelines for admission to architecture course, “No candidate, with less than 50% marks in aggregate, shall be admitted to the architecture course unless he/ she has passed an examination at the end of the new 10+2 scheme of Senior School Certificate Examination or equivalent with Mathematics as subjects of examination at the 10+2 level”. So I dont understand how you got admission to architecture. Anyhow, you send all the documents required by the CoA for registration including the 10+2 marks and see what they say.
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as i am civil diploma holder & working as licens engineer at municipal corporation for last 15 year can i get membership of CoA UNDER SEC 24
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. Since you have done civil engineering, you are not eligible.
Admin
Hello sir i passed my 2nd semester 1 backlog exam in the 6th year. I read in the architects act that first five semesters must have been passed within 5years. Can i get license? I have a degree now.
Hi,
Earlier it was a must that you should have completed the first stage of 3 years within the first 5 years. But in the latest “minimum standards for architectural education, 2017”, I do not see any such rule. So You could send all the required documents to the CoA and see what happens.
Admin
Respected sir!
Instead of original degree certificate sending to CoA ;can we send certified true copy of the same while registration as an architect with Council of Architecture New delhi.
Hi,
Earlier, the original certificate had to be sent for verification. But it now appears that a self-attested copy is sufficient…. Probably because of loss of certificates during transit.
Admin
A civil engineer who is practicing under an architect for more than 3 year can he practic as an architect
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So by that definition since civil engineering degree is not part of the Schedule you are not eligible. Working with an architect does not make you eligible.
Admin
dear sir i am finding error while sing up for the registration process as i am geting massege (requested enrollment number with DOB and admission year combination doesnot found in COA database please check it again and contact COA) as requerd i am filling all the detail as it is that mention in student enrollmentlist.please note this request and give me solution.
Sir, After submitting the form online can I submit the form and documents in person at COA, New Delhi office (instead of sending it by post)? If yes will COA return my original degree same day after verification?
Hallo sir.
I am a student of 2nd years architecture but still i didnot recieved student enrollment no from college though coa
Please advice importance of student enrollment no and when i can get.
After passing Architectural Engineering in AMIE Section-B, Can I register with COA?
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Sir can i appear for nata through commerce in 2018. And i have keept maths also
Diploma in architecture 10+3 havig certificate in 1996 can apply for coa?
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Sir, I have complited my Diploma in architecture 3 year course in 1996 from Belgaum karnataka india Board of technical education issueed Certificate. I have practiced in Mumbai nearly ten years with my associates.Now I want register for councl of Archtecure. Kindly provided detailed information at your earliest convenience so that I can make it registered in your office.awaiting early response in the matter. Always yours Shetti.V.S thanks
Kindly provided details early
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
i have completed 3 years diploma in architecture from karnataka am i eligible to apply for licence!
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hi,
Thanks for the great article. Helped me a lot.
A question.
How long does it generally take for the registrar to respond to our applications?
Hi,
Thank you. It takes around 2 months.
Admin
Hi sir ,my admission is 2010- 2015, i could not register for coa due to some reason . Can i register now ?Am i eligible?
Hi,
You can still apply for registration.
admin
Im NRI who study B. Architecture abroad and graduated master course urban design in india. Will i be able to registed as linced COA.
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. otherwise you are not eligible.
Admin
sir,
i have passed 10+2 non medical in year 1988 & passed four year diploma in civil Engg.in year 2001
Now i am practice as an architect regd.from municipal corporation amritsar & Empanelled as valuer by The amritsar central co-op-bank(panjab) from 2012. now i want to registeration my name in COA As architect.
i am eligiblie or not
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. Otherwise you are not.
Admin
Hello! I am trying to fill in the form online, but unable to submit even though all files have been filled and sizes of attachment within limit. Anybody has any idea how to do it?
Hi,
If any body has some suggestions, please share since I am getting many queries about online submission issues.
admin
Hello,
I graduated in architecture (B.Arch) in 2012, its been 6+ years, can I still register with COA?
Hi,
You can still apply for registration.
admin
Sir i completed my b.arch in 7.5 year can i apply for registration
Hi,
You are expected to complete the architecture program within 8 years. Since you have done it within that period, can still apply for registration.
admin
min percetage require for coa licence registrartion in b.arch
Hi,
According to the CoA guidelines for admission to architecture course, “No candidate, with less than 50% marks in aggregate, shall be admitted to the architecture course unless he/ she has passed an examination at the end of the new 10+2 scheme of Senior School Certificate Examination or equivalent with Mathematics as subjects of examination at the 10+2 level”. But for B.Arch there is no minimum percentage required.
Admin
Hi I am completed diploma in Architecture (3 year) from a Government Polytechnic College in 2009. will u suggest me that I am capable of license.
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hello,
I am an Indian and wrote NATA exam, but ended up studying a three year degree in Bachelors in Architecture in the UK. I am working as a architectural designer in Bangalore for the past one year. Is there an exam or additional course I can take to get my licensure?
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hello sir/madam,
In my COA enrolment the date of birth is changed to 01/04/1991 instead of 04/01/1991. I am january fourth 1991 born. How can we change this mistake. I am applying for my COA registration now.
i did diploma in architecture,im working under an architect for 4.5 years,am i eligible for registration? or what is the procedure to get license.
Hi,
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So if your degree comes under the schedule, then you can apply for registration. Just follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
hi I got my IIA membership by examination .I joined in the year 2011 and completed in 2016 . How would I get my coa enrollment number and how can I get my COA registration
Hi,
Go to the enrollment numbers page on the CoA site. You may be able to find your number there.
Admin
Hello,
I will be graduating in 2018 with B.A Interior Architecture and Design from University of Portsmouth, UK. If I continue in my university by studying M.Arch, will I be eligible for a licence upon graduation from University of Portsmouth?
Thank you,
Vijay
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hi I am b.arch. graduate I have applied online for registration. But I am not getting how to submit documents online will you please help me
Hi,
Just follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
I completed diploma in architecture and completed B.tech in Civil too.and having experience of 5 years with architect.
Could I get mebership with COA
Hi,
Only if you hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, you are eligible for registration with the CoA. A civil degree is not considered as eligibility criterion.
Admin
Hi am Latha i have completed D.Arch from Palamaneru(A.P) govt Polytechnic 3 years courseduring 1996 am i eligible for registration
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. Otherwise you are not.
Admin
I,m Anshuman verma..2nd year student in b.arch.I do not give nata…so if i give nata in 3rd year then…can you u tell me that i affiliate from coa…..??
Actually i get admission in college with jee main 2015…
i get 33943 rank and approx 141 marks…
college giving me admission ….or not telling me anything about the nata…they said …yes anshuman u are eligible for b.arch..join the college from tommorow…
but after some time i get in this problem…
thatwhy i decided to give nata in 2018(3rd year of my b.arch)…
Sir/mam….please help me…because its about my career my whole life…
please help
Hi
I am doing B. Arch. from Indian University and i am in 2nd year. I got offer of admission from University of Sydney for Bachelor of Design in Architecture.
If I want to pursue Bachelor of Design in Architecture and then Master in Architecture from University of Sydney. Can I register with COA India with above qualifications?
Is it advisable to leave my present education and join there in Sydney?
Thanks.
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So it is advisable to check if the degree offered to you in Sydney comes under the schedule. The decision to go to Sydney is solely yours.
Admin
after 10th, i hv 3 yr diploma in architecture. passed 2011 from women’s polytechnic , chandannagore.
can i applied for architect registration.
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. I doubt if your degree comes under the schedule.
Admin
If I have my degree from Dubai, Can i be registered with CoA ?
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hi Sir,
In the document no. 03. under 10+2 markscards. It says you should have 50% marks in aggregate. Is it just PCB(Physics,Chemistry, Biology) / PCM( Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) or the overall subjects score? As some college offers either Biology or Mathematics as 1st or 4th subject. So the 4th subject (Biology or Mathematics) marks are not fully counted in the overall percentage score.
Also is there any reservations/quota for ST, SC etc for the percentage ?
Would appreciate your response!
Thank you,
Hi,
According to the new CoA elligibilty criteria which will come into force from the academic year 2019-2020, “No candidate shall be admitted to architecture program unless she/ he 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”. The fourth subject marks are not required to be included in the overall aggregate.
Admin
Sir, Having Arrears or lower GPA matters in registering as an architect or should have (n)years of work experience in an architecture Office after graduation needed? coz I was having 10 arrears and were all cleared before my graduation.
sir/ madam,
I completed my degree in architecture by IIA( by examination) and is also Associate member of IIA.
For registering myself as architect to COA,need I require to provide Associate membership certificate or the passing certificate of IIA( in original) along with the form?
kindly reply
HI,
I AM NOT GETTING MY ENROLLMENT NO. I WENT THROUGH THE COA WEBSITE. WHERE ELSE I CAN FIND IT?
Hi,
Go to the enrollment numbers page on the CoA site. You may be able to find your number there.
Admin
I have taken up associate membership examination with institute of civil engineers (india). in architecture.which is approved by MHRD as eq to degree in architecture.
kindly wish to know after completion of my course can i register and practice as an ARCHITECT.
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So by that definition since civil engineering degree is not part of the Schedule you are not eligible. However since you say that your degree is considered equal to an architecture degree, you could write to the CoA and see what they have to say.
Admin
Can BE (civil) + M.Arch (Project Planning) holder candidate get Architect’s liscence and registration???
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So by that definition since civil engineering degree is not part of the Schedule you are not eligible. But since you did M.Arch, I am not sure. Write to the CoA and see what they have to say.
Admin
Dear Mam/Sir,
I have completed Three year diploma in ARCHITECTURUAL ASSISTANTSHIP. in 2014 from govt. polytechnic college,so i want to know about the process to get the registration by the CEO. plz Mam/Sir gave some instruction to me
Hi,
If you hold a recognised architectural qualification as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
I am Indira dayanand singh(indira jathiya)ca/90/13378 member of COA for endorsement online from the Registrar i need the procedure pl.
Hi,
For registration, just follow the instructions in my post ‘Procedure for Renewal with the CoA’
Admin
Hello,
I am a B.Arch student and I had a query that after completing the 5 years degree course can I immediately apply for my practice license ?
As I heard that fresher architects have to practise for 5 years before they can apply for such licence , I am confused
I would be greatful if you reply
Hi,
You can and you must apply immediately after graduation for registration provided you have all the necessary document for registration. Just follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
i want to register for nata exam.i dont know about registration date which was 11-2-2017. now i want to register my form.
I forgot to self address envolop in that file but I had written my address on file (enclosed) what can I do
after how many days i’ll get my registration no. once the documents are posted being verified. ?
Hi,
Usually it takes time around 2 months for you to get back your documents along with the certificate of registration.
Admin
I am a registered Architect. My registration has just expired on 31st December 2016 . Is there any grace period allowed for renewal.If not,what is the procedure for renewal. And let me know the fee for renewal of registration or for restoration of my registration.
Hi,
In case the renewal fee is not paid before the due date, the Registrar shall remove the name of the defaulter from the register. But the name so removed may be restored to the register on such conditions as may be prescribed by rules. An application for restoration should be sent to the Registrar, Council of Architecture. The Council may, for reasons appearing to it to be sufficient and subject to the approval of the Central Government, order that the name of the person removed from the Register can be restored upon payment of Restoration Fees of Rs.1000/- which will be with effect from 1st April of that year. You can follow the instructions in my post “Procedure for renewal“.
Admin
Can we immediately apply for COA registration after graduation or we have to wait for 1 year after the last exam we had written?
Thanks in advance
Hi,
You can and you must apply immediately after graduation for registration provided you have all the necessary document for registration. Just follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
Hello sir..
I amit kumar completed 3yrs diploma in architectural assistantship and also doing indian institute of architects student membership part 1, after completion I eligible or not for registration in architect council
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule and given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Respected Sir/Madam,
I wish to know if there are any courses for Civil Engineering graduates by the Indian Institute of Architects. Where can i get details about this option ?
Thanks
Hi,
I am not able to submit the duly filled registration form on the COA website. To be precise the ‘submit’ button is not responding.
Hi,
You must not have filled the form completely.
Just follow all the instructions that I have explained in my post ‘Procedure for Registration with the CoA’.
Admin
i have completed my diploma architecture asst.in 2009.i have 7 years experiance in this field. so i want to know that i can get coa membeship????
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
Hi I have applied for registration via online process,and then posted my documents and form. My post was delivered to the COA on the 6th of January. How many days does it take for registration and when can I expect my documents to arrive? Is there any way to track the registration process?
Hi,
Usually it takes time around 2 months for you to get back your documents along with the certificate of registration. No I am not aware of any way of tracking the registration process.
Admin
Hi Sir/Maam,
I received my B.Arch degree on October 2015. I want to appear for an interview. since there is an opening in my state for the post of assistant architect, can I, if I am not registered in COA.
Hi,
I do not think it is necessary to have registration with the CoA, for teaching. But if it is a requirement, then you need to get it done at the earliest.
admin
I am an indian citizen and I have a 3 year M.Arch degree from USA, though my bachelors in india was in B.E computer science. Am I eligible to register with the COA? If yes, is my procedure any different from the others with a B.Arch or equivalent degree from India?
Hi,
According to the CoA, if you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. So by that definition since B.E computer science degree is not part of the Schedule you are not eligible. But since you did M.Arch, I am not sure. Write to the CoA and see what they have to say.
Admin
sir i have completed my iia can i get coa registration and how it will take to get my coa no.
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule and in the list of architectural institutions in India in the CoA website, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA. I believe you are eligible.
Admin
hello sir,
I wanted to know if the photostat copies of documents be self-attested or do they have to be attested by a gazetted officer?
Hi,
Earlier, the original certificate had to be sent for verification and the copies of all documents had to be attested by a gazetted officer. But it now appears that self-attested copies of all documents are sufficient.
Admin
A B. Tech civil Engineer, who have 5-6 year of exprience in architect field, could be member of COA.
Hi,
Civil engineering degree is not accepted for registration with the CoA and for practising as an Architect.
Admin
i am akash, i’m studying in architecture diploma last year. i’m looking for authorized architecture schools out of India for b.arch can you tell me the names of institutions. and i want to know that is there any issues with my architects license if i complete b.arch. in other country and i want practice in India.
Hi,
Go through the Schedule given here and the list of architectural institutions in India listed in the CoA website.
Admin
hi ,i have completed 3 year diploma in architecture and practicing from last 8 years i want to get council of architecture pls give me any better way to get it.without leaving my practice …
Hi,
If you are a citizen of India and hold a recognised architectural qualification (Indian or Foreign) as listed in the Schedule given here and the list of architectural institutions in India in the CoA website, then you are eligible for registration with the CoA.
Admin
HAI SIR ,
MY NAME IS Thangaraajan ,I HAVE COMPLETED STUDYING DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANTSHIP 3 YEARS FULL TIME COARSE,NOW I WISH TO STUDY B.ARCH IN EUROPE,LITHUNIA (KAUNAS UNIVERSITY OF TECNOLOGIES) AFTER STUDYING THIS PROGRAM FOR 5 YEARS CAN I REGISTER IN COA FOR MY LICENCE SIR .And detail of this coarse is Preparatory course in Architecture combinedwith masters
6 months preparatory course(related ug)
4 years undergraduate program
1 year masters program AND DEGREE OBTAINED BY UNIVERSITY FINALLY IS M.SC IN ARCHITECTURE Sir , does this coarse eligible to register and get licence to work in INDIA.
Hi,
Please check the Schedule given here and the list of architectural institutions in India in the CoA website, to see if the course you are planning is listed.
Admin
Hi,we r planning for a Delhi trip so can we do our registration at coa centre directly than transfering it via post after registering online ?
If I have completed my 3rd year after 5&1/2 years of joining architecture, am I eligible for registeration ?
Hi,
Earlier it was a must that you should have completed the first stage of 3 years within the first 5 years. But in the latest “minimum standards for architectural education, 2017”, I do not see any such rule. So You could send all the required documents to the CoA and see what happens.
Admin