About BMS College of Architecture Mysore
BMS College of Architecture Mysore is a private architecture college in Mysuru — COA approved, NAAC A+ accredited, established in 1994 under the BMS Educational Trust. BMS College of Architecture offers BArch (5-year) from the Mysuru campus, part of the BMS group that operates BMS College of Engineering Bangalore (one of Karnataka's oldest and most reputed engineering colleges). Mysuru's heritage city status, Infosys Mysore campus (India's largest training facility), and active urban development create a strong architecture practice environment for students.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Location | Mysuru (Mysore), Karnataka |
| Approval | Council of Architecture (COA) |
| Accreditation | NAAC A+ |
| Group | BMS Educational Trust |
Programmes Offered
| Programme | Duration | Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) | 5 years | NATA + KCET architecture quota |
Admissions Process 2026
BArch admission requires NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture). Karnataka domicile students apply through KEA's architecture quota counselling. Visit nata.in for registration and test dates.
Mysuru — Architecture and Heritage Context
Mysuru is Karnataka's heritage capital — the Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, the Wadiyar dynasty's architectural legacy and the city's planned colonial cantonment layout create a live heritage architecture environment for students. The city's ongoing urban development (Smart City Mission projects, Mysuru airport expansion, Metro rail planning) provides contemporary urban design exposure. Infosys Mysore campus — India's largest corporate training facility — creates demand for institutional and commercial architecture services. Mysuru is 150 km from Bangalore with regular KSRTC and train connectivity.
Fee Structure
| Category | Annual Fees (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET Architecture Quota | Rs 80,000–1 lakh per year |
| Management Quota | Higher — contact college |
Who Should Apply
BMS College of Architecture Mysore suits NATA qualifiers who want a NAAC A+ accredited BArch programme in Mysuru's heritage environment at lower fees than Bangalore colleges. The BMS group's institutional credibility and Mysuru's architectural richness make this a strong option for students from Mysuru, Mandya, Hassan and Kodagu districts. Compare with RVCA Bangalore (stronger national ranking) and MSAP Manipal (MAHE IoE, higher fees) before deciding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does BMS College of Architecture Mysore accept KCET?
Yes. BMS College of Architecture accepts NATA scores through Karnataka's KEA architecture quota counselling for Karnataka domicile students.
What are the fees at BMS College of Architecture Mysore?
Annual fees under KCET architecture quota are approximately Rs 80,000–1 lakh per year — lower than most Bangalore architecture colleges.