- Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a relevant/allied subject.
- Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar SLET/SET.
- Exemption: Candidates awarded a Ph.D. Degree as per UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) are exempted from NET/SLET/SET.
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (B.Arch) or equivalent with minimum 60% marks and 3 years of relevant professional experience, OR
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (B.Arch) and Master's Degree in Architecture or allied subjects with minimum 60% marks at either level, and 1 year of relevant professional experience.