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.

NATA 2027 Eligibility Criteria

The Council of Architecture sets the eligibility criteria for appearing in NATA. The NATA 2027 criteria will be confirmed in the official brochure. The details below are from the NATA 2026 brochure and help candidates understand the typical requirements.

NATA Eligibility: Overview

NATA Educational Qualification

Candidates following the 10+2 route must have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. In addition, they must have studied at least one of the following: Chemistry, Biology, a technical vocational subject, Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics Practices, Engineering Graphics or Business Studies.

Candidates following the Diploma route must have passed a 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics as a compulsory subject.

In both cases, the NATA 2026 brochure required at least 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.

NATA Eligibility for Class 12 Students

Students appearing in their Class 12 or Diploma examinations could register for NATA 2026. Their admission to B.Arch, however, depends on passing the qualifying exam with the required marks and meeting the admitting authority's rules. Appearing candidates should keep their final mark sheets ready for counselling.

Is There an Age Limit for NATA?

The NATA 2026 brochure did not specify an age limit. Candidates should check the NATA 2027 brochure, as well as the rules of the admitting authority or institute, for any age-related conditions.

Number of Attempts

In 2026, candidates could take up to two attempts in Phase 1 or one attempt in Phase 2, but could not appear in both phases. In Phase 1, the better raw score was used to calculate the final percentile.

Eligibility for Candidates Outside India

The NATA 2026 application form included Indian, OCI, PIO and Foreign nationality options. Candidates choosing a test centre outside India paid a fee of ₹15,000 per test. In 2026, Dubai was the only international test centre listed, and international candidates could not choose a second or third centre.

Category-specific Eligibility

The NATA brochure sets the same academic criteria for all categories. Reservation of seats and any relaxations at the admission stage are applied by the state, UT or institutional admitting authority according to its own rules.

Provisions for Candidates with Disabilities

The NATA 2026 brochure provided accommodations for eligible candidates with a valid certificate from a competent government medical authority, including 30 minutes of compensatory time for the drawing test and scribe provisions for the online test under specified conditions. Candidates had to declare their requirement and upload supporting documents while applying.

Important Points Before Applying for NATA

• Check that your Class 12 subjects include Physics and Mathematics.

• Make sure you can meet the 45% aggregate requirement (or the 2027 requirement once announced).

• Check the separate eligibility rules of the state or institute where you want admission.

• Remember that qualifying NATA does not guarantee admission.

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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