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Counselling Schedule

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
There is no central NATA counselling.
Register separately with each state authority or institute.
COMEDK's 2026 architecture registration window was just one week.

NATA 2027 Counselling Schedule

The Council of Architecture conducts NATA but does not conduct counselling or allot seats. After NATA results, admissions are carried out by the competent authorities of states and union territories, by consortium bodies and by individual institutions. Each has its own schedule.

Counselling Schedule: Overview

Authority	2027 schedule	Previous-cycle reference
COMEDK – Architecture (Karnataka private colleges)	Not yet announced	2026 registration: 22 June (3 pm) – 29 June 2026 (3 pm)
Institute-level admissions (e.g., CEPT University)	Not yet announced	See the institute's admissions page
Other state admission authorities	Not yet announced	See the relevant state's official admission portal

Typical B.Arch admission steps after NATA: register, verify, merit list, choices, allotment, report

Typical Counselling Stages

Stage	What happens
Registration	Candidates register on the authority's portal and pay its fee
Document upload and verification	NATA scorecard, mark sheets and certificates are checked
Merit list	The authority publishes a provisional and final merit list
Choice filling	Candidates list preferred colleges in order of priority
Seat allotment rounds	Seats are allotted based on merit, choices and reservation rules
Reporting	Candidates pay fees and report to the allotted college

Phase 1 vs Phase 2 Scores in Counselling

Under the 2026 rules, Phase 1 scores were meant for the regular centralised admission process (CAP). Phase 2 candidates were considered only for seats that remained vacant after CAP rounds.

Counselling for NITs and JoSAA Institutes

For NITs and other JoSAA institutes, B.Arch admission is through JEE Main Paper 2A and JoSAA counselling, not NATA.

Important Instructions

Register separately with each authority you want to apply to; there is no single NATA counselling form.
Track deadlines closely, as registration windows can be short (COMEDK's 2026 window was one week).
Keep digital and printed copies of all documents ready.

Next: Counselling Registration and Choice Filling.

Source: COMEDK Architecture 2026 notification (22 June 2026); NATA 2026 brochure.

Pro Tip: Make a simple deadline calendar listing every authority you plan to apply to, so no registration window is missed.

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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Counselling Registration and Choice Filling

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Key Takeaways
Each authority has its own registration, fee and merit method.
Documents must be verified before ranks are issued.
Choices should be filled in genuine order of preference.

NATA Counselling Registration and Choice Filling

After receiving their NATA scorecard, candidates must apply separately to each state authority, consortium or institute where they want admission. There is no common counselling form for NATA.

Step-by-Step Counselling Registration

Register: Create an account on the authority's official portal and pay its counselling fee. For example, COMEDK's 2026 architecture registration fee was ₹2,000 (non-refundable).
Enter scores and marks: Enter your NATA score and qualifying exam marks accurately. COMEDK noted in 2026 that ranks cannot be revised after they are generated.
Upload documents: Upload ID proof, date-of-birth proof, mark sheets, the NATA scorecard and any category or domicile certificates in the specified format.
Document verification: The authority verifies the documents. In COMEDK's 2026 process, rank cards were generated only for candidates whose documents were approved.
Merit list: Check your merit rank and raise any discrepancy within the given time.
Choice filling: List preferred colleges in order of priority and lock your choices before the deadline.

How Merit Is Calculated

Each authority uses its own method. For example, in 2026:

COMEDK: Ranked candidates on their NATA or JEE percentage. Ties were broken by Class 12 percentage, then Mathematics percentage, then age (older candidate first).
Other authorities: Some combine NATA scores with Class 12 marks. Always check the official information brochure of each authority.

Documents Usually Required

Document	Purpose
NATA scorecard	Proof of valid NATA score
Class 10 mark sheet/certificate	Date of birth and identity details
Class 12 or Diploma mark sheet	Qualifying exam eligibility and merit
Photo ID	Identity verification
Category / domicile certificates	Reservation or state quota claims, where applicable
Photograph and signature	Application records

Choice Filling Tips

Research colleges before choice filling: recognition, fees, location and facilities.
List more choices rather than fewer, in genuine order of preference.
Do not place a college you do not want above one you prefer.
Lock your choices before the deadline and save a copy.

Use the Eduspray College Predictor and Compare Colleges tool to shortlist options.

Next: Seat Allotment and Reporting.

Pro Tip: Never place a college you do not want above one you prefer. If it is allotted, you may lose the chance at your preferred college.

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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Seat Allotment and Reporting

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Key Takeaways
Seats are usually allotted over more than one round.
Accept the seat and pay fees within the deadline.
Report with original documents to confirm admission.

NATA Seat Allotment and Reporting

Seat allotment for B.Arch is carried out by each admitting authority after choice filling. Most authorities conduct more than one round, and candidates must act within the deadlines of each round to keep their seat.

Seat Allotment Process

Allotment result: Check the allotment result on the authority's portal after each round.
Accept the seat: Accept the allotted seat online and pay the seat-acceptance or admission fee within the deadline.
Upgrade options: Some authorities allow candidates to keep a seat and take part in later rounds for a better choice. Follow the official rules carefully.
Report to the college: Report with original documents by the specified date to confirm admission.

Factors Affecting Seat Allotment

Merit rank in the authority's list
Order of choices filled
Seat availability in each college
Reservation and quota rules of the state or institution

Documents Required at Reporting

Document	Notes
NATA scorecard	Original/printed copy
Class 10 and Class 12/Diploma mark sheets and certificates	Originals and photocopies
Photo ID and date-of-birth proof	As specified by the authority
Category, domicile or other certificates	Where claimed
Seat allotment letter and fee receipt	Downloaded from the portal
Passport-size photographs	As required by the college

The NATA 2026 brochure states that candidates must produce original documents during counselling and admission; failure to do so may lead to cancellation.

Vacant Seats After Counselling

Under the 2026 rules, NATA Phase 2 scores were used for seats that remained vacant after CAP rounds. Admitting authorities announce vacant-seat or spot rounds separately.

Important Points

Missing the reporting deadline can lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
Read the fee-refund and withdrawal rules of the authority before accepting a seat.
Keep copies of every payment receipt and allotment letter.

Pro Tip: Read the authority's refund and withdrawal rules before paying a seat-acceptance fee.

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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