Counselling and Admission Process
Seat Allotment and Reporting
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
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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