Does CEPT University accept JEE Main Paper 2?

No. CEPT accepts NATA only. JEE Main Paper 2 score, however high, will not get you into CEPT B.Arch.

Is CEPT in JoSAA or any state counselling?

No. CEPT is a private deemed university with its own admission process. The 25% Gujarat ACPC quota is filled through ACPC counselling, but the remaining 75% All India quota is filled directly through CEPT applications.

How is CEPT B.Arch merit calculated?

50% NATA score plus 50% Class 12 aggregate, both normalised. A balanced strong performance in both is needed, NATA alone or Class 12 alone will not secure a top rank.

What are CEPT B.Arch fees for 2026-27?

Approximately ₹4.55 lakh per year, totalling ~₹22.75 lakh over 5 years at current rates. Fees have historically risen ~14% year on year.

How many seats does CEPT B.Arch have?

Approximately 160 seats per year. The exact number varies between 120 and 170 across sources, the official 2026 prospectus will confirm.

What was the last NATA closing rank for CEPT?

In 2024, the NATA closing rank for CEPT B.Arch was around 21,002. Class 12 marks are weighted equally, so Class 12 toppers had relaxed NATA requirements.

Can a student from Tamil Nadu apply to CEPT?

Yes. Non-Gujarat candidates compete in the 75% CEPT All India quota. The 25% Gujarat ACPC quota is reserved for Gujarat-domiciled candidates.

Does CEPT have a Gujarat-only quota?

Yes, 25% of seats are filled via Gujarat ACPC counselling, restricted to Gujarat-domiciled candidates. The remaining 75% is open to all India.

CEPT University B.Arch 2026: NATA Cutoff, Fees, Admission Process

2026-27 admissions page liveLive

CEPT typically opens applications in March-April. NATA score from current cycle and Class 12 marks are requiredNote: Verify the 2026-27 brochure on cept.ac.in for final dates and any fee revision.

CEPT University Ahmedabad is one of India's most prestigious architecture institutes. It does not participate in JoSAA, CSAB, or any state counselling. NATA is mandatory and JEE Main Paper 2 is not accepted. Seat split: 25% via Gujarat ACPC, 75% via CEPT All India. Merit is 50% NATA score plus 50% Class 12 aggregate.

Important dates

Upcoming: CEPT 2026-27 application opensExpected date
March or April 2026
Upcoming: NATA Phase 1 resultExpected date
May 2026
Upcoming: CEPT application deadline
June 2026 (TBD)
Upcoming: Provisional merit list
June 2026 (TBD)
Upcoming: CEPT counselling rounds
July 2026 (TBD)
Upcoming: Academic year beginsExpected date
August 2026

At a glance

Intake: ~160 seats
NIRF Architecture rank: 6
Total fees (5 years): ~₹22.75 lakh
Annual fees (rising YoY): ~₹4.55 lakh
Gujarat ACPC quota: 25%
CEPT All India quota: 75%

Eligibility

Academic qualification10+2 with Physics and Mathematics compulsory plus one more, 50% PCM aggregate. Single board issuance.
NATA mandatoryValid NATA score from the current cycle. JEE Main Paper 2 alone is NOT accepted at CEPT, even if your score is high.
Merit formula50% NATA score plus 50% Class 12 aggregate. Both halves carry equal weight in the final merit.

Reservation matrix

CEPT seat reservation
Category	Quota	Notes
Open Merit (CEPT All India)	75%
Gujarat ACPC quota	25%	Through ACPC counselling, not directly via CEPT
EWS	As per Gujarat ACPC norms in the ACPC quota
PwD (horizontal)	5%

Fee structure

Annual tuition feeRises ~14% year on year historically: ~₹4.55 lakh
Total programme feeFor 5 years, before any annual revision: ~₹22.75 lakh
CEPT application feeRefer to 2026-27 admissions brochure: TBD

Top participating colleges

CEPT University, Faculty of ArchitectureAhmedabad · 160 seats · ₹4.55 lakh/yr2024 NATA closing rank for CEPT B.Arch was around 21,002

Common mistakes to avoid

JEE Main Paper 2 is not accepted

Many candidates assume CEPT accepts JEE Paper 2 like other premium institutes. It does not. NATA is the only entrance score CEPT considers.

CEPT does not participate in JoSAA, CSAB, or state counsellings

CEPT runs its own admission process and is not part of any centralised counselling. You apply directly on cept.ac.in. The 25% Gujarat quota is filled via ACPC but the 75% All India share is CEPT-direct.

Fees rise ~14% YoY historically

Total programme fees of ~₹22.75 lakh are based on current rates. Year-on-year revisions push the actual outlay higher. Plan finances with a buffer.

Class 12 marks count for half

CEPT merit weighs Class 12 aggregate as much as NATA. Strong NATA alone is not enough, low Class 12 marks will hurt your final rank.

Frequently asked questions

Information curated from official sources. Always verify against cept.ac.in before applying.