Accepting Colleges and Courses
Courses Offered
NATA 2027 status (checked 15 October 2026): The Council of Architecture has not yet released the NATA 2027 information brochure. Wherever this page refers to NATA 2026, the information is from the previous cycle and is given for reference only. It may change for 2027.
Key Takeaways
NATA is mainly used for the 5-year B.Arch programme.
CEPT University accepted NATA for its Bachelor of Urban Design in 2026.
B.Plan admissions generally use JEE Main Paper 2B.
Courses Offered Through NATA
NATA is the Council of Architecture's aptitude test for admission to the 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) programme. Some institutions also use NATA for related undergraduate programmes, according to their own admission rules.
Courses Overview
Programme | Level | Duration | Use of NATA |
|---|---|---|---|
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | Undergraduate | 5 years | NATA is the main qualifying aptitude test; some institutes also accept JEE Main Paper 2A |
Bachelor of Urban Design (BUD), CEPT University | Undergraduate | As per institute | Accepted by CEPT along with JEE Main Paper 2 (2026) |
Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan) | Undergraduate | As per institute | Generally through JEE Main Paper 2B; NATA is not the qualifying test for B.Plan |
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
B.Arch is a 5-year professional degree. On completing a recognised B.Arch, graduates can register with the Council of Architecture to practise as architects in India. The course combines design studios, building construction, structures, history of architecture, building services, environmental design and professional practice.
B.Arch Admission Requirements
A valid NATA score (or JEE Main Paper 2A where accepted)
Qualifying exam marks meeting the Council of Architecture's eligibility rules
Any additional criteria of the state authority or institute
Career Options After B.Arch
Practising architect (after registration with CoA)
Urban designer or planner (often after further study)
Interior, landscape or sustainable design specialist
Roles in construction, real estate and government departments
Higher studies such as M.Arch or M.Plan
Bachelor of Urban Design (BUD)
CEPT University's 2026 admission notice listed NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 for its Bachelor of Urban Design programme. Check the institute's official admissions page for current eligibility.
Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan)
B.Plan admissions generally use JEE Main Paper 2B. NATA is designed for B.Arch admission and should not be treated as a B.Plan entrance test.
Important Points
Make sure the B.Arch programme you choose is recognised by the Council of Architecture.
Check whether your target institutes accept NATA, JEE Main Paper 2, or both.
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Pro Tip: Before applying, confirm that the B.Arch programme is recognised by the Council of Architecture.
Official Website
For the latest NATA information, refer to the official resources:
NATA website: https://www.nata.in
Council of Architecture: https://www.coa.gov.in
NATA 2026 information brochure (previous cycle): Download PDF
Candidates should verify every detail on the official website before registering or paying any fee.
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