Aalim Muhammed Salegh Academy of Architecture

Aalim Muhammed Salegh Academy of Architecture (AMS Academy of Architecture), established in 2011, is a premier institution for architectural education located in Avadi, Chennai. For the academic year 2026, the college continues its legacy of excellence under the Aalim Muhammed Salegh Trust.

• Affiliation: Affiliated with Anna University, Chennai.
• Approval: Approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi.
• Location: Strategically located in Chennai, providing students access to the city's rich architectural heritage and thriving construction industry.
• Campus: Part of a sprawling campus with state-of-the-art design studios and modern amenities.
• Focus: Emphasis on sustainable design, urban planning, and traditional architectural values integrated with modern technology.

The academy is primarily known for its rigorous professional undergraduate program. The curriculum is designed to meet global standards while addressing local climatic and social needs.

• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch): A 5-year full-time program that includes 10 semesters of study, including a mandatory professional internship in the 8th or 9th semester.
• Specializations: While the degree is a general B.Arch, students can focus their thesis and electives on areas like Sustainable Architecture, Interior Design, and Urban Design.

Admissions for 2026 are primarily merit-based, following the guidelines set by Anna University and the Council of Architecture.

• Eligibility: Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, or a 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
• Mandatory Entrance: A valid NATA 2026 score or JEE Main Paper 2 score is mandatory.
• Counseling: Admission is conducted through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) single-window counseling process for architecture.
• Important Dates (Tentative):
  • NATA 2026 Registration: February - March 2026
  • TNEA Application Starts: May 2026
  • Rank List Publication: July 2026
  • Counseling Sessions: August 2026

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The cutoff for 2026 will be calculated based on a combination of 10+2 aggregate marks (50%) and the NATA score (50%).

Note: Cutoffs vary annually based on the difficulty of NATA and the number of applicants in the TNEA pool.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

In the architecture field, "placements" usually refer to successful internships and recruitment by top architectural firms. The 2025 batch saw positive outcomes:

• Internship Success: 100% of students secured internships in reputed firms across Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad.
• Top Recruiters: Students found placements in firms such as Oscar & Ponni Architects, Nataraj & Venkat Architects (NVA), and various urban planning consultancies.
• Average Starting Salary: For fresh B.Arch graduates, salaries ranged between INR 3.5 LPA to 5.5 LPA in 2025.
• Entrepreneurship: A significant number of alumni have started their own design studios within three years of graduation.

The institution facilitates various scholarships to support deserving students:

• Government Scholarships: Post-matric scholarships for SC/ST/SCC students and BC/MBC/DNC welfare scholarships.
• First Graduate Scholarship: Tuition fee concessions for students who are the first in their family to pursue a degree, as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
• Merit Scholarships: Internal rewards for top performers in university examinations.
• Minority Scholarships: Since it is a minority-run institution, specific schemes for Muslim minority students are often available.

The primary focus remains the undergraduate degree, which is highly sought after by students in the Chennai metropolitan area.

• B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture): The flagship 5-year program. It is popular due to its balanced focus on theory, history, and modern construction technology.
• Value-Added Certificate Courses: Short-term workshops on Building Information Modeling (BIM), Revit, and Sustainable Design tools are frequently conducted to enhance employability.

The fee structure follows the recommendations of the Fee Fixation Committee of the Government of Tamil Nadu.

Additional costs include University registration fees, studio materials, and hostel charges where applicable.

The application process for 2026 is conducted online:

1. Register for NATA: Visit the official NATA website and appear for the exam.
2. TNEA Registration: Apply through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions portal for the B.Arch stream.
3. Document Upload: Upload 10th, 12th marksheet, NATA scorecard, and community certificate.
4. Choice Filling: During counseling, select Aalim Muhammed Salegh Academy of Architecture as your preferred choice.
5. Direct Admission: For Management Quota, contact the college administrative office directly after NATA results are declared.

The college provides a specialized environment tailored for architecture students:

• Design Studios: Large, ergonomic spaces with individual drafting tables for every student.
• Library: A vast collection of architectural books, journals, and digital resources.
• Computer Lab: Equipped with high-end workstations and software like AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and Lumion.
• Climatology Lab: Tools to study environmental factors affecting building design.
• Hostel: Separate residential facilities for men and women with mess hall and recreation areas.

The academy operates as a specialized unit focusing on integrated architectural learning:

• Department of Architecture: Handles the core curriculum, design studios, and building construction technology.
• Allied Arts & Humanities: Focuses on History of Architecture, Sociology, and Fine Arts.
• Structural Engineering Cell: Provides technical knowledge on building structures and materials.