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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
The NATA admit card is called the Appointment Card.
Carry a printed card and one original photo ID.
In 2026, no entry was allowed after 10:15 am (Session 1) or 1:45 pm (Session 2).
NATA 2027 Admit Card
In NATA, the admit card is called the Appointment Card. It is generated through the candidate's login on nata.in after the test city and session are selected. The NATA 2027 Appointment Card release dates have not been announced.
How to Download the NATA Appointment Card
Visit nata.in and log in with your registered username and password.
Select your test city/region and session, if not already done.
Download the Appointment Card.
Print a clear hard copy to carry to the test centre.
The printed confirmation page of the application is not an entry pass. Only the Appointment Card is accepted.
Details on the Appointment Card
Candidate's name and photograph
Appointment number
Test centre address
Test date and session
Check all details carefully. Damaged or soiled cards, including those with an unclear photograph or signature, were not accepted in 2026.
Multiple Attempts and Appointment Cards
Candidates taking more than one test in 2026 had to generate a new Appointment Card for the next test after the result of the previous attempt was published.
What to Carry to the Exam Centre
Printed original Appointment Card
One original photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, driving licence, voter ID or other valid photo ID)
Pencils, erasers, dry colours and a scale of up to 15 cm for the drawing test
NATA Exam-Day Timings (2026)
Activity | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
Reporting time | 9:00 am | 12:30 pm |
Entry to exam hall | 9:15 am | 12:45 pm |
Registration closes | 9:45 am | 1:15 pm |
Gate closes | 10:00 am | 1:30 pm |
Exam | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm |
No entry after | 10:15 am | 1:45 pm |
No extra time was given to late candidates, and candidates could not leave before the end of the session.
Prohibited Items
Mobile phones and Bluetooth devices
Calculators, calculator watches, slide rules and log tables
Written or printed material and loose paper
Blades and other electronic gadgets or instruments
Possession of prohibited items may lead to cancellation of the test.
Unfair Means
Under the 2026 rules, use of unfair means could lead to cancellation or debarment. Impersonation could lead to cancellation, police action and debarment for up to two years.
Important Points
Keep the Appointment Card safe until the result is declared and your admission is complete.
Visit the test centre a day early if possible to avoid delays.
Carry only permitted drawing materials.
Pro Tip: Pack your drawing kit the night before: pencils, erasers, dry colours and a scale of up to 15 cm.
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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