The Council of Architecture extends its heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected President, Vice-President and EC Member and looks forward to their leadership in furthering the objectives of the Council and contributing to the continued growth and development of the architectural profession in India.

Former Acting President met Shri Vineet Joshi Ji, IAS, Secretary, Department of Higher Education

and Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India

Inauguration of COA TRC Bengaluru

After the inauguration of TRC Bengaluru, successfully hosted an engaging event

of knowledge sharing, experts insights, and hands-on learning in BIM.

The Former Acting President of the CoA met Shri Govind Jaiswal, IAS, Joint Secretary, Dept. of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, to discuss key matters and various initiatives aimed at strengthening architectural education and the profession in India.

Former Acting President Ar. Gajanand Ram met Shri Sanjay Kumar ji, Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India, and presented the Manual of Architecture Practice.

The Council of Architecture inaugrated COA Training & Research Centre Delhi at Okhla, Delhi

Aarambh 2026 Jaipur inaugurated by Ms. Diya Kumari Ji, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Rajasthan on 27th March 2026

Aarambh 2026 marks the beginning of innovation, creativity, and architectural excellence.

Aarambh, an Architecture Education Fest to introduce school students to the vibrant, intellectual, and transformative world of architecture.

Council of Architecture successfully conducted its International Conference

SHAPE - Sustainable Habitats and Architecture for People and the Earth from 26th to 28th February 2026

SRUJAN'26 inaugurated by the Hon’ble Minister of Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat,

at the Red Fort as part of the Republic Day celebrations from 26th January to 31st January 2026.

The Council of Architecture signed an MoU with the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) on 10th April 2026, marking a significant step towards strengthening vocational education within the architectural domain.

The Council of Architecture (CoA) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) on 17th September, 2025, to collaborate in the organization and conduct of architectural design competitions for land ports across India.

Successfully held on 29th November 2025 in Gangtok, Sikkim.