NATA 2020: Application Re-opened till August 16, Admit card
NATA 2020 - The Council of Architecture (CoA) has extended the last date of NATA 2020 application as well as last date of correction till August 16. Minister of Education, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ has announced that the admission criteria for B.Arch courses has been relaxed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As per the new relaxation criteria, all candidates who have secured the passing marks in 10+2 level with PCM or 10+3 diploma with Mathematics will be eligible for admissions into the first year of B.Arch 2020-2021. The first attempt will now be conducted on August 29 while the date for second attempt will be announced soon. A revised brochure has been released and revised list of NATA exam cities has been released. Candidates can opt to appear from their residence or place of stay, or from the NATA 2020 exam centres. The CoA has also brought major changes in NATA in view of the prevalent situation in the country arising out of Covid-19 pandemic. NATA 2020 will now be conducted as an online test for both Parts, Part A (Drawing test) and B (Test on Scientific Ability & General Aptitude). The Part-A Test (Drawing Test) will not be paper based drawing test but as preferential choice type test which is to be answered on computer/laptop. The syllabus for Part-A Drawing Test has also been revised.
Latest: Application form of NATA 2020 is now available till August 16 also allowing candidates to make corrections. NATA 2020 eligibility criteria for admission relaxed.
Latest: NATA 2020 first attempt exam postponed to August 29, dates for second attempt will be out soon
Another change bought for NATA 2020 is that candidates may opt to appear for NATA 2020 from their respective home. In case any candidate do not have the resources like PC, net connectivity to appear from home, they can appear in test from the test centres. Candidates will soon be provided an option in their respective login accounts to opt for their preference for examination for NATA 2020 i.e. from home or test centre.
Latest: NATA 2020 syllabus changed for drawing test
CoA has released fresh schedule of NATA 2020 including fresh application, correction facility for both first test, while that of second attempt test is yet to be announced. The application process for NATA 2020 is restarted till August 16. To qualify NATA, candidates have to secure minimum 25% marks in both parts of the paper and also meet the total qualifying cutoff. No common counselling will be conducted for NATA 2020 and the candidates will have to apply individually to the institutes for admissions. Read the full article to know more information about NATA 2020.
Overview of NATA 2020
Particulars | Overview |
Examination Name | National Aptitude Test in Architecture |
Commonly Known As | NATA |
Conducting Body | Council of Architecture (COA) |
Level of Examination | National |
Category of Examination | Undergraduate |
Mode of Examination | Online |
Duration of Exam | 2 hours |
Medium of Exam | English |
Validity of NATA Scores | One year |
Frequency of Exam | Two times a year |
Purpose | To provide admissions into the B.Arch courses offered by the recognized institutes of the country. |
Counselling | No common counselling is conducted by the authorities. Candidates will have to apply separately to each institute using NATA scores for admission. |
Official Website | nata.in |
NATA Important Dates 2020
Candidates can check the important dates of NATA 2020 to know the detailed timeline of the various events related to the examination and admission procedure. This will lessen the chances of missing out any important events. Since the official dates have not been announced, the candidates can check the dates given in the table below.
NATA 2020 Important Dates (First Attempt)
Events | Important Dates |
Availability of application form | February 1, 2020 |
Last date to submit application form | March 23, 2020 |
Re-open of registration | March 27, 2020 |
End of NATA 2020 registration | April 15, 2020 |
Last date to upload image | April 19, 2020 |
Last date for fee payment | April 19, 2020 |
Last date to print confirmation page | April 22, 2020 |
Correction facility for application form | April 20 (10:30 am)to April 22, 2020(11:59 pm) |
| Restart of NATA registrations | July 25 to August 16, 2020 |
| Correction facility in NATA 2020 application form | July 25 to August 16, 2020 |
Release of admit card | August 24, 2020 |
NATA 2020 (first attempt) | August 29, 2020 |
Release of provisional answer key | To be notified |
Final answer key | To be notified |
Final date to access recorded responses | To be notified |
Declaration of result | September 3, 2020 |
NATA 2020 Important Dates (Second Attempt)
Events | Important Dates (Tentative) |
Release of NATA 2020 application form | February 1, 2020 |
Final date to submit application form | May 4, 2020 |
Last date to upload image | May 8, 2020 |
Last date for fee payment | May 8, 2020 |
Last date to print confirmation page | May 11, 2020 |
Correction window for the application form | May 9 (10:30 am)to May 11, 2020(11:59 pm) |
Availability of admit card | To be announced |
NATA 2020 (second attempt) | To be notified |
Availability of answer key | To be announced |
Announcement of result | To be announced |
NATA Application Form 2020
The application process for NATA 2020 is reopened for first attempt till August 16. The application form was earlier released on February 1 for both first and second attempt. The last date for submission of application form for the first attempt was extended to April 15 due to coronavirus lockdown, whereas for second attempt, the last date was May 4. All of the provided details have to be valid and according to the documents possessed by the candidates.
How to fill NATA 2020 application form?
Step 1 - Registration: Firstly, the candidates have to visit the official website of NATA 2020 and click on the registration link. Information such as name, valid email ID, mobile number, date of birth and more have to be entered for registration. The application number will be generated after the registration process is completed.
Step 2 - Filling of Application Form: Next, the candidates have to fill the application form with personal, academic and communication details. Three preferred exam centres also have to be selected by the candidates according to preference or the option to appear from residence.
Step 3 - Uploading of Scanned Images: Candidates have to upload scanned images of their photograph, signature and community certificate (if applicable) as per the specifications mentioned by the authorities.
Specifications of Scanned Images
Specifications | Photograph | Signature | Community Certificate (Only SC/ST candidates) |
File Size | 4 to 100 KB | 1 to 30 KB | Upto 1 MB |
Dimension | 4.5 X 3.5 cm | 1.5 X 3.5 cm | A4 size |
Format | JPEG/JPG | JPEG/JPG | JPEG/JPG/PDF |
Step 4 - Submission of Application Form: After the required images will be uploaded, the candidates have to submit the application form. Checking of provided details has to be done before submission.
Step 5 - Fee Payment: The candidates have to pay the application fee through online mode (net banking/credit card/debit card). Without the completion of the payment process, the application form will not be accepted by the authorities.
Application Fee
S.No | Particulars | Application Fee |
1 | One attempt |
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2 | Both attempts |
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Step 6 - Printing of Confirmation Page: Finally after the payment is complete, the application confirmation page has to be downloaded. A print out of the same has to be taken for future reference.
NATA Admit Card 2020
Registered candidates will be able to access the admit card of NATA 2020 in online mode from August 24 for first attempt. Candidates will have to log in using the required credentials to download the admit card. Details regarding the examination such as the venue address, exam date, time and more will be available in the admit card. While reporting to the exam centre, the candidates will have to report with the admit card along with a valid identity proof.
Steps to download NATA 2020 admit card
Go to the official website of NATA 2020
Click on the admit card link
Candidates will have to provide application number and password
Click on “Submit”
The admit card will be displayed and the candidates will have to download it
Print out of the admit card has to be taken
NATA Eligibility Criteria 2020
HRD Minister has announced that the eligibility criteria of NATA 2020 has been relaxed. Candidates who have secured the passing marks in 10+2 level with PCM or 10+3 diploma with Mathematics will be eligible for admissions into the first year of B.Arch 2020-2021. Candidates will have to meet certain conditions and requirements to participate in the examination and admission process of NATA 2020. These particulars will constitute the official eligibility criteria of NATA 2020 which will be released by the official authorities. If the candidates are not able to meet the criteria, then they will not be termed eligible and are likely to get disqualified.
NATA 2020 Eligibility Criteria
S.No | Particulars | Details |
1 | Age Limit | Candidates should be minimum 17 years old as on July 31, 2020. |
2 | Academic Qualifications | Should have passed 10+2th (or equivalent) qualifying examination from a recognized board. |
3 | Marks Required | Candidates should have scored minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The candidates will also have to qualify NATA 2020 for admissions into the institutes offering B.Arch course. |
NATA Exam Centres 2020
Candidates are able to check the venues where the entrance examination will be conducted by the authorities through the exam centres of NATA 2020 recently released along with the revised brochure. While filling out the application form, the candidates will have to select three preferred centres from the list made available or the option to appear from home. Allotment of seats will be done as per the preference and availability of seats. The examination is expected to be conducted in 159 centres (158 centres in India and 1 in Dubai). All of the details regarding the allotted NATA 2020 exam centre will be available in the admit card.
NATA Exam Pattern 2020
Council of Architecture (COA) has made changes in exam pattern wherein, part A drawing test will also be conducted online. The official exam pattern of NATA 2020 is given below. Through the exam pattern, the candidates will be able to get familiar with the details regarding how the entrance examination will be conducted. Various details regarding the mode of conduction, duration, marking scheme and more will be available through the exam pattern. Candidates can greatly strengthen their preparation by referring to the exam pattern beforehand.
NATA 2020 Exam Pattern
S.No | Particulars | Details |
1 | Mode of Examination | Online |
2 | Duration of Exam | 2 hours |
3 | Medium of Examination | English |
4 | Sections | Online |
5 | Number of Questions | Part A - 10 questions (4 Preferential type questions (PTQs) and 6 MCQs) Part B - 50 questions from PCM and General Aptitude & Logical Reasoning sections |
6 | Marking Scheme |
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7 | Negative Marking | There is no negative marking |
NATA Syllabus 2020
The admission authorities have released the official syllabus of NATA 2020 and it consists of the subjects and topics which the candidates will have to study for the upcoming entrance examination. The revised syllabus for drawing test is also given here. Candidates are advised to check the syllabus before commencing their preparation process. This will ensure that the candidates are aware of what needs to be studied and accordingly prepare for the examination.
NATA 2020 Syllabus
Part | Section | Topics |
Part A -Drawing Test | – | “Understanding the important visual principles in a composition (2D OR 3D) such as balance, rhythm, direction, hierarchy, etc. Understanding geometry and the ability to visualize shape and solve geometrical puzzles to test spatial intelligence; Understanding color theory and the various terminologies to test color scheme awareness and knowledge; Visual system interpretation and perception to test graphical similarities and other properties; Ability to understand spatial relationship between objects, and to visualize images and scenarios; Tests for cognitive ability: perception, attention, recognition, memory etc.” |
Part B | Mathematics | Logarithms, Algebra, Matrices, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, 3 Dimensional Coordinate Geometry, Theory of Calculus, Application of Calculus, Permutation and Combination, Statistics and Probability |
Physics | Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Optics, Dual nature of radiation and Matter, Atoms and Nuclei and Electronic devices | |
Chemistry | Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry; Structure of Atom; Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular; States of Matter: Gases and Liquids, Chemical Thermodynamics; Equilibrium; Redox Reactions; Hydrogen; s- Block Elements p -Block Elements, Organic Chemistry. | |
General Aptitude | Visualising different sides of 3D objects, Objects, texture related to architecture and built environment, Mathematical Reasoning, Sets and Relations | |
NATA Mock Test 2020
The authorities will release the mock test of NATA 2020 for all candidates in online mode. Candidates will be able to use the mock test to prepare for the upcoming examination. Since NATA 2020 mock test will replicate the entrance examination, details such as type of questions, division of topics and more can be checked by the candidates. By using the mock test, the candidates will be able to practically apply whatever they have studied and will also be able to self-evaluate themselves. While using the mock test, the candidates will have to follow the instructions and check the question palette to check the status of questions.
NATA Result 2020
COA will declare the result of NATA 2020 in online mode on September 3. Separate results will be announced for the two attempts of the examination. Candidates will be able to check their scores, details regarding qualifying cutoff, subject-wise minimum marks and more details. According to the specifications mentioned by the authorities, the candidates need to secure minimum 25% marks in both Part A and Part B of the examination. The authorities will decide the overall qualifying marks (out of 200) after the post-examination statistics are examined. Candidates will be termed ineligible unless all of these requirements are met.
How to check NATA 2020 result?
Visit the official website of NATA 2020
Click on the result link
Candidates will have to submit application sequence number and password
Click on “Submit”
The result will be displayed on the screen. The candidates will have to download and print out the result.
NATA Score Card 2020
COA will release the score card of NATA 2020 for download in online mode. Candidates are requested to download their score card for future use. The score card will be valid for only one year. Through NATA 2020 score card, the candidates will be able to check details such as paper wise obtained marks of the candidates, total scores, qualifying status and more. Other personal details of the candidates will also be available in the score-card.
NATA Cutoff 2020
The minimum subject-wise and overall marks required to qualify the examination will constitute the cutoff of NATA 2020. Only those candidates who meet the cutoff and also fulfill the required eligibility criteria will be able to qualify the examination. While the qualifying NATA 2020 cutoff is determined by COA, the admission cutoff is prepared by the individual institutes. Only those candidates who meet the admission cutoff will have higher chances of allotment in the institute. The admission cutoff will vary as per the institute and category. Various factors related to the examination will be taken into account while preparing NATA cutoff 2020.
Qualifying Cutoff of NATA 2020
Subject | Qualifying Marks | Total Marks |
Mathematics | 30 | 120 |
Drawing | 20 | 80 |
Aggregate | 70 | 200 |
NATA Counselling 2020
No common counselling is conducted for NATA 2020 by COA. Candidates who qualify NATA 2020 will have to individually apply for admissions into the participating institutes. The candidates will have to check the website of the institutes to know the details regarding the counselling process. Allotment will be done as per the merit of the candidate and the eligibility set by the individual institutes.
NATA Participating Institutes 2020
Candidates will be able to apply for admissions in all recognized institutes offering B.Arch course using NATA 2020 scores. Individual institutes will have to be checked by the candidates to know when the admission procedure will commence.
Some institutes accepting NATA scores for admission
S. No | Institute |
1 | School of Architecture, CSI Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh |
2 | |
3 | Angel Valley School of Architecture, Chhattisgarh |
4 | Faculty of Architecture, College of Engineering, Andhra Pradesh |
5 | Institute of Architecture, Gujarat |
6 | |
7 | |
8 | College of Architecture, Vastu Kala Academy, New Delhi |
9 | College of Architecture, Holy Mary Institute of Technology & Sciences, Andhra Pradesh |
10 |
Contact Details
Council Of Architecture
India Habitat Centre, Core 6A, 1st Floor,
Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 India
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I got 88% in plus two.is there any chance for me to get b arch admission in kerala if i got 90% in NATA
To get admission in any architecture college depends on your NATA score and your 12th board result. So you NATA score out of 200 will be converted into marks out of 100 and your 12th marks will be added to it, which will give you final score. If you have marks above 130, you will get any good private college and if you have got above 150 you will get admission in a government college. Since you have a good percentage in NATA and of course in 12th, you have a very good chance of getting admission in any government college in kerala.
Best of luck.
Thank you.
Answer laterwhen nata exams are conducted during 12th or after ? and do i need to get into another college for giving nata exam?
Hi Tanvi,
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a national level UG exam that is being conducted by Council of Architecture (COA) for admission of studnets to 5-year B.Arch and B.Planning programmes.
You can give this exams if you have passed 10+2 level or equivalent from a recognised board or you should have passed 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject to be eligible for this exam.
Yes, you can give this exam during your 12th Standard and you are not required to get into any other college for giving NATA Exam.
Refer here for more info - https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/nata-eligibility-criteria
Feel free to ask doubts in the Comment Section.
I hope this information helps you.
Good Luck!
Im currently in class 12 and Ive decided to drop a year. I want to prepare for Architecture through NATA and other exams, but I havent had any coaching for it. Is it possible for me to attempt it or am I too late?
dear candidate,
Taking a drop after class 12th is a big decision . ... We have always been led to believe that dropping a year means that On the other hand, if you are aspiring to crack JEE, NEET or any other ... entrance exams ; You haven't prepared for entrance exams till now ... That is not to say that it is impossible .
all the best!
I would like to pursue architecture.. But i have not given B.arch as an option in KEAM. But have registered for NATA. Is KEAM necessary for admission in GOVT. colleges in Kerala?
KEAM authorities does not conduct any separate entrance exam for KEAM B. Arch admission.
The Authorities prepare the KEAM B. Arch rank list by giving equal weightage to the marks obtained in the NATA entrance examination so you don't need to worry and you just have to score well in NATA.
I hope this helps.
Sir I have 64 percentage in board 96 percentile in jee paper 2 b arch, and 110 in Nata then will I get NMIMS Mumbai for b.arch (that is) balwant Shet college of architecture? plz reply
Dear Student,
Balwant Sheth School of Architecture is a constituent of SVKM's NMIMS for the architecture course. The selection process is based on NATA and JEE MAIN PAPER-2. The minimum criteria for this college is 50% marks in 10+2 th level with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
To be eligible for admission in this college, candidates must have 70 marks out of 200 in NATA.
Thank You.
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