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What is NATA?
What is NATA? - Architecture has been steadily growing as a field which Indian students choose for their future studies in current times. While the preference and demand for Architecture are high, there are only a few national-level entrance exams - namely JEE Main Paper 2 and NATA which offer a chance for the students to be allotted to the top architecture colleges and institutes.
While JEE Main is a popular entrance exam, many students may be in the dark about NATA. The Council of Architecture has announced the NATA 2024 exam date on official website. So what is NATA? Careers360 presents an exclusive article to help students understand the details and the entrance examination and to know what is NATA. Read the full article below to know more.
What is NATA?
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a national level entrance exam conducted for admission into B.Arch courses are offered by various institutes in the country. The Council of Architecture conducts the National Aptitude Test in Architecture every year in multiple phases. NATA is conducted to measure the aptitude of the candidates to check their eligibility for admission into the undergraduate architecture courses. The exam aims to assess the drawing and observation skills, sense of proportion, aesthetic sensitivity, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at 10+2 level and critical thinking ability of the candidates. The entrance exam is conducted in multiple phases.
What eligibility criteria has to be met for NATA?
To be eligible for NATA, there are a few eligibility criteria that have to be met by the candidates. These eligibility criteria of NATA are prescribed by COA and it has to be fulfilled otherwise it can lead to the disqualification of the candidate. The following criteria have to be checked beforehand by the candidate before registering for NATA:
Should be a minimum of 17 years old as of July 31 of the admission year.
Candidates should have passed the 10+2 (or equivalent) qualifying exam from a recognized board.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks should have been scored in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry.
For B.Arch admissions into the preferred institute, a valid NATA score has to be secured along with meeting the above-mentioned criteria.
How to apply for NATA?
COA releases the application form of NATA online at the official website at nata.in. No other mode is used by the authorities to release the application form. For all the attempts, the application form will be released at the same time, however, the final date to submit the form will be different. Candidates who wish to attempt both sessions will be able to apply at the same time. During the application process, all of the fields related to personal, academic and communication details have to be mandatorily filled. Scanned images of the candidate’s photograph and signature also have to be uploaded and the application fee has to be paid.
What after the NATA application process?
After completing the NATA registration process, the authority will issue the admit card online. The registered candidates have to download the NATA admit card online at the official website. To download the hall ticket of NATA candidates have to provide the login credentials. Candidates have to carry a print copy of the NATA admit card along with a valid photo id to the allotted exam centre. If the admit card along with a valid identity proof is not presented at the exam centres of NATA, then the candidates will not be allowed to attempt the exam.
NATA Exam Pattern
NATA is conducted in both online and offline mode and the entire exam is held in English. The exam pattern of NATA can be checked from the table below for a more detailed understanding.
NATA Exam Pattern 2023
Particulars | Details |
Mode of Examination | Online |
Medium of Examination | English |
Duration of the Exam | 3 hours |
Number of Sections | The exam will have only one part- Aptitude Test |
Number of Questions | 125 Questions |
Type of questions | Multiple-Choice type (MCQ), Multiple Select type (MSQ), Preferential Choice type (PCQ) and Numerical Answer type (NAQ) |
Total Marks | 200 Marks |
Marking Scheme | The questions will carry either 1 mark, 2 marks, or 3 marks. |
Exam Schedule of NATA
(a) Report to the Examination Center by 9.00 am
(b) Opening gate to the examination hall at 9.15 am
(c) Registration of candidate to be completed by 9.45 am
(d) Closing gate to the examination hall at 10.00 am
(e) Commencement of examination at 10.00 am
(f) Duration of examination: 10.00 am to 1.00 pm
What is the admission process of NATA?
There is no common admission process of NATA. COA just conducts NATA, which is the entrance exam to provide the eligibility to the candidates for B.Arch admissions. After the conclusion of NATA, the candidates will have to individually apply for admission into the institutes of their preference. Regarding the admissions, the candidates will have to individually visit the websites of the institutes. Usually, the application process for most of the institutes starts after the result of NATA is announced. It should be noted that the validity of the NATA score is only one year.
State-wise Seat Matrix of NATA
State | Number of Seats (Approx) |
Chhattisgarh | 138 |
Haryana | 610 |
Himachal Pradesh | 40 |
Goa | 140 |
Gujarat | 1710 |
Kerala | 707 |
Karnataka | 896 |
Madhya Pradesh | 330 |
Maharashtra | 5167 |
Punjab | 70 |
Rajasthan | 270 |
Tamil Nadu | 3010 |
Uttar Pradesh | 1560 |
West Bengal | 88 |
List of Some Institutes Accepting NATA Score
School of Architecture, CSI Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh
Angel Valley School of Architecture, Chhattisgarh
Faculty of Architecture, College of Engineering, Andhra Pradesh
Institute of Architecture, Gujarat
College of Architecture, Vastu Kala Academy, New Delhi
College of Architecture, Holy Mary Institute of Technology & Sciences, Andhra Pradesh
Contact Details
Council Of Architecture
India Habitat Centre, Core 6A, 1st Floor,
Lodhi Road,
New Delhi-110003 India
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Here's the information about Architecture course:
- Eligibility criteria: Qualification completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics as compulsory subjects with minimum 50% marks. Age limit is minimum 17 and upper age limit is generally not fixed, that varies by college.
- Entrance Exam: NATA & JEE Mains are both main national level entrance exam that are expected by most of colleges for admission. There are some State exam like MHT-CET, UPSEE and many more that are also accepted by colleges.
- Fee Structure: for government colleges its between 1,00,000 to 2,50,000 per year & for private colleges it's between 3,00,000 to 10,00,000. Fees can also vary based on college, state, facilities, and even quota
For architecture courses, you generally need to complete 10+2 with Maths as a compulsory subject. The main entrance exams are JEE Main Paper 2 and NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture), and you need to clear either of these for admission. Some private colleges also have their own entrance exams. The total fees usually range between 5 to 15 lakhs for the full 5-year course, depending on the college. It’s best to check the specific college website for exact eligibility and fee details.
Hi dear candidate,
The Council of Architecture (CoA) needs a 10+2 and a diploma with mathematics subject being compulsory along with at least 45% overall aggregate marks. If you fulfil these conditions, then you are surely eligible for NATA entrance exam.
Know more in detail at:
NATA Eligibility Criteria 2025 (Out) - Check Age Limit, Qualification, Aggregate Marks
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NATA 2025 counselling in Andhra Pradesh is conducted through AP B.Arch admissions under APSCHE, not by NATA directly. Students with NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 scores can apply. The process generally begins in August 2025 with online registration, fee payment, and document verification, followed by choice filling and seat allotment. A second round of counselling is usually held in September 2025 if seats remain vacant.
With a Mumbai NATA rank of 350 in the open category, you stand a strong chance of getting admission into top architecture colleges in Mumbai through the State CET Cell Maharashtra counselling. Usually, ranks under 500 can fetch seats in reputed institutes like Sir J.J. College of Architecture, Rachana Sansad’s Academy of Architecture, L.S. Raheja School of Architecture, and Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture (KRVIA), depending on the year’s cut-offs. Exact allotment will depend on seat availability, your preference order, and how other candidates with similar ranks choose during counselling, but historically you’d be competitive for most premier options in the city.
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