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Yes, you can still pursue B.Arch even if you don't get admission into a top-tier college, but it's important to make a thoughtful choice. What truly matters in architecture is your creativity, practical exposure, and the strength of your portfolio. Even a lesser-known college can provide quality education if it has experienced faculty, COA approval, strong infrastructure, and opportunities for internships and live projects. Your success in architecture depends more on your design thinking and hands-on experience than just the college name. 

If you're open to private universities, Chandigarh University in North India is an excellent alternative. Ranked 13th in NIRF 2025 for Architecture, CU offers COA-approved programs, expert faculty, and excellent placement opportunities—?10 LPA the highest package, 159 students placed, and 27 top companies hiring. So yes, going for B.Architecture in a top ranked college or a university definitely makes a huge difference.