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The National Aptitude Test in Architecture, or NATA, is a national-level assessment exam for aspiring architects across the country. The NATA exam serves as an entrance test for admission in a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)<\/a> programme in India. The esteemed Council of Architecture conducts it every year to measure the technical competence, creative outlook, innovation, cultural sensitivity and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The NATA exam is considered a milestone for students aspiring to pursue architecture as a profession. The test also fits with the long-term vision of India\u2019s Viksit Bharat 2047, focusing on robust infrastructure with sustainable and inclusive urbanisation and growth.\u00a0 All important exam details are extensively discussed in this blog. Take a look!<\/span><\/p>\n

Quick Glance At the Blog<\/h2>\n

We have created a tabular overview to summarise the blog detailing the NATA exam, including exam schedule, eligibility, syllabus, pattern, registration and more. This structured and comprehensible format provides a quick look at all the information available in the write-up.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
NATA Exam Timeline<\/span><\/td>\nNATA 2026 Commencement, Online Form Availability, NATA Exam Dates, Last Online Registration Date, Application Correction Window Closing, Availability of Downloadable Admit Card, NATA Result Date<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NATA Exam Eligibility Criteria<\/span><\/td>\nAcademic Criteria, Age Limitation, and Total Attempts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NATA Exam Syllabus<\/span><\/td>\nPart A: Drawing and Composition Test & Part B: General Aptitude<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NATA Exam Pattern<\/span><\/td>\nPart A: Drawing & Composition & Part B: MCQ and NCQ<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NATA Registration Process<\/span><\/td>\n6 pointers to registration<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why Choose K.R. Mangalam University Post-NATA?<\/span><\/td>\nState-of-the-art Infrastructure, Industry-aligned Curriculum, Experienced Faculty, Dedicated Placement Assistance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

NATA Exam Complete Timeline<\/h2>\n

It’s always recommended to track the NATA entrance exam schedule to avoid last-minute stress and confusion. We have given the complete timeline of the NATA exam so students can create a study plan, give mock tests, practise drawing and more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
NATA 2026 Commencement<\/b><\/td>\nApril 4 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Online Form Availability<\/b><\/td>\nMarch 9 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NATA Exam Dates<\/b><\/td>\nEvery Friday & Saturday<\/span><\/p>\n

Phase 1: From April 4 2026, to June 13 2026<\/span><\/p>\n

(except on public holidays)<\/span><\/p>\n

Phase 2: On August 7 & 8, 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

<\/td>\nFriday Test<\/b><\/p>\n

(Afternoon Session)<\/b><\/td>\n

Saturday Test<\/b><\/p>\n

(Morning & Afternoon Sessions)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Last Online Registration Date<\/b><\/td>\nMonday<\/span><\/p>\n

(11:59 pm)<\/span><\/td>\n

Tuesday<\/span><\/p>\n

(11:59 pm)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Application Correction Window Closing<\/b><\/td>\nTuesday<\/span><\/p>\n

(11:59 pm)<\/span><\/td>\n

Wednesday<\/span><\/p>\n

(11:59 pm)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Availability of Downloadable Admit Card<\/b><\/td>\nFrom Tuesday for that week\u2019s Friday exam<\/span><\/td>\nFrom Wednesday for that week\u2019s Friday exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NATA Result Date<\/b><\/td>\nWithin 7 days from the date of the exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Also Read: <\/strong>Architecture Degree \u2013 Course Details & Career Scope<\/a><\/p>\n

NATA Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n

The eligibility criteria for NATA 2026 are explained in detail below.<\/span><\/p>\n

Academic Criteria<\/h3>\n

The academic requirements include passing or appearing in the 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with either Chemistry\/Biology\/Technical Vocational subject\/Computer Science\/Information Technology\/Informatics Practices\/Engineering Graphics\/Business Studies, with at least 45% marks in aggregate or passed 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject with at least 45% marks in <\/span>aggregate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Age Limitation<\/h3>\n

The council has not prescribed any upper or lower age limit. Any academically qualified individual can attempt the test.<\/span><\/p>\n

Total Attempts<\/h3>\n

A candidate has the option to either appear up to two attempts in phase 1, aimed at securing admission through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) Counselling or one attempt in phase 2 to be considered for admission on the remaining vacant seats after the Centralized Admission Process Counselling rounds are completed.<\/span><\/p>\n

NATA Exam Syllabus<\/h2>\n

The syllabus for the NATA exam 2026 is divided into two papers. Take a look at the breakdown below.<\/span><\/p>\n