The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is used to test the candidate’s aptitude in Architecture. This exam tests the following skills – drawing and observation, sense of proportion, aesthetic sensitivity and critical thinking ability required for Architecture. It is a national-level undergraduate (UG) exam held by the Council of Architecture (COA) for admission into B.Arch programmes. 

Highlights

  • The scores are valid for two years from the year in which the candidate sits for the exam. 
  • NATA scores are accepted by leading government and private colleges in the country. 

Eligibility

  • There is no age criterion to appear for NATA
  • Candidates need to register in India for NATA and write the exam from any centre allotted in India
  • There is no reservation for any caste categories
  • Candidates should have appeared/passed 10+2 with a minimum 50% score in Mathematics | appeared/passed 10+3 with a minimum 50% score in Mathematics | appeared/passed International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum 50% score in Mathematics