NATA Exam Guide 2027
NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) is conducted by the Council of Architecture. It is used for admission to the five-year B.Arch programme. This guide covers who can apply, how selection works, what is tested and how to prepare.
- Design & Architecture
- Computer-based aptitude and drawing
NATA at a glance
- Full name
- National Aptitude Test in Architecture
- Conducted by
- the Council of Architecture
- Used for
- admission to the five-year B.Arch programme
- Mode
- Computer-based aptitude and drawing
- Who can apply
- Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, with the minimum marks, or an equivalent diploma.
- What is tested
- Drawing and aptitude, plus mathematics and general aptitude
- Official website
- nata.in
How NATA selection works
- 1NATA
- 2Score submission to colleges
- 3Counselling and seat allotment
How to prepare for NATA
- Practise freehand sketching and observation daily.
- Keep up with current affairs on art and architecture.
- Before you apply, read the latest official notification at nata.in. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change every cycle and are not listed here.
Choosing NATA coaching
Coaching helps most when you need structure, regular tests and a peer group. Ask any centre for the batch size, the full fee including GST, a trial class and last year's results with roll numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is NATA?+−
NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) is conducted by the Council of Architecture. It is used for admission to the five-year B.Arch programme.
Who can apply for NATA?+−
Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, with the minimum marks, or an equivalent diploma.
What are the stages of NATA?+−
NATA runs in 3 stages: 1. NATA; 2. Score submission to colleges; 3. Counselling and seat allotment.
What does NATA test?+−
NATA covers Drawing and aptitude, plus mathematics and general aptitude.
Are the dates and fees for NATA on this page?+−
No. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change each cycle, so confirm them in the official notification at nata.in before you apply.