Architecture & planning competitive exam calendar 2026
This calendar lists key graduate-level exams for architects and town planners in India — GATE Architecture & Planning, central/state PSC recruitments, and related cycles. Dates change; always confirm on the official notification before planning travel or fees.
Last updated: 30 Aug 2026 · GATE 2027 dates from gate2027.iitm.ac.in; recruitment windows from official PSC/employer notices tracked on APJ
GATE AR 2027 (IIT Madras)
Organising institute: IIT Madras. Paper code for Architecture & Planning: AR. DigiLocker-verified registration is mandatory for Indian nationals. Syllabi have been revised for 2027 — check the official paper syllabus before planning study.
| Activity | Date | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| GOAPS registration opens | 14 Aug 2026 (Fri) | Important dates |
| Regular registration closes (no late fee) | 21 Sep 2026 (Mon) | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
| Extended registration closes (with late fee) | 30 Sep 2026 (Wed) | Important dates |
| Application rectification | 14–21 Oct 2026 | Important dates |
| City allotment notification | 04 Jan 2027 | Important dates |
| Admit card download | TBA | GATE 2027 portal |
| GATE 2027 examinations | 6–7, 13–14 & 20–21 Feb 2027 | Important dates |
| Results | 19 Mar 2027 (Fri) | Important dates |
GATE AR exam guide · Syllabus summary · Free GATE AR course · Previous year papers
Open recruitment exams & applications (as of 5 Sep 2026)
These are live A&P-relevant PSC / PSU / central recruitment windows currently tracked on APJ. Apply only on the employer/PSC portal linked from each job page.
| Exam / recruitment | Window / next step | Who it is for | APJ listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPA Delhi CoE-UPD Research Associates — Ref. 01/COE/SPAD/Appt. (Tech)/2026 | Apply by 09 Sep 2026 (email with prescribed form) | M.Arch / M.Plan (Urban Planning, Urban Design, Transport Planning) | Job page |
| NICDC Senior Executive & Assistant Manager (U&RP) — careers portal | Apply by 10 Sep 2026 (online) | B.Arch + M.Plan; 2–4 years planning experience | Job page |
| NIUA Training Coordinator / Programme Associate — SBM-U 2.0 KMU | Apply by 11 Sep 2026 (online) | M.Plan / urban studies master’s + 3 years | Job page |
| EdCIL KVS PMU Architect — EdCIL/TSG/KVS/PMU/2026-01 | Online apply 02 – 15 Sep 2026 | B.Arch + CoA registration + 10 years institutional design | Job page |
| IIT (BHU) Junior Technician (Group-IV) — Advt 03/2026-27 | Online apply by 24 Sep 2026; printout by post within 7 days | B.Arch 55% / B.E. Civil-Mining / diploma + experience | Job page |
| RITES Assistant Manager (Architect / Building Expert) — VC RG/23/26 | Online apply 03 – 30 Sep 2026; written test (date TBA) | Full-time B.Arch + 2 years multi-storied building design | Job page |
| RITES DGM (Architect / Metro Works) — VC RG/18/26 | Online apply 01 – 30 Sep 2026; interview (100% weightage) | Full-time B.Arch + 11 years (7 in metro station design + BIM) | Job page |
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Recurring graduate exam cycles
| Exam / cycle | Typical window | Who it is for | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| GATE AR — annual cycle | Register Aug–Sep · Exam Feb · Result Mar | B.Arch / B.Plan graduates for M.Arch, M.Plan, PSU shortlists | GATE portal |
| UPSC Engineering Services (CE) | Prelims Jan · Mains Jun · Interview winter (typical) | Engineering graduates including architecture-related roles where notified | upsc.gov.in |
| State PSC — Assistant Town Planner / Architect | Ad hoc notifications year-round | State-specific; eligibility varies by PSC | Respective state PSC portal (e.g. TGPSC, UPPSC, MPPSC, TNPSC) |
| CPWD / PSU architect recruitment | When vacancies notified (often GATE or degree + experience) | Architects / planners per notification | APJ jobs hub + employer site |
How to use this calendar
- Mark GATE GOAPS open/close (14 Aug / 21 Sep / 30 Sep 2026) — registration closes without informal extensions.
- Cross-check GATE AR syllabus against the revised 2027 official syllabus.
- Start PYQ work 8–12 weeks before exam — see GATE AR previous year papers.
- For job-linked exams, watch architecture & planning jobs for recruitment that specifies GATE or PSC scores.
FAQ
Does APJ list school-level exams like NATA or JEE?
No. APJ focuses on graduate exams and jobs for degree holders. School-level UG entrance exams are out of scope for this calendar.
Are these dates guaranteed?
No. GATE 2027 dates above are from the official IIT Madras important-dates page and remain liable to change. Recruitment windows come from official notices — always reconfirm before applying.
When does GATE AR 2027 registration open?
14 August 2026 on GOAPS via gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Regular close is 21 Sep 2026; extended close with late fee is 30 Sep 2026.
Where is the GATE AR syllabus for the current year?
On the official GATE portal each cycle. Our GATE AR syllabus page summarises sections and links to the free APJ course — confirm against the revised GATE 2027 syllabus PDF.
How often is this page updated?
Monthly when major dates shift, and within 48 hours after GATE or PSC notifications we track.