NATA Application and Admission FAQs

Where do I apply for NATA?

Online at nata.in.

What is the NATA application fee?

NATA 2027 fees are not yet announced. In 2026, the fee per test was ₹1,750 (General/OBC-NCL), ₹1,250 (SC/ST/EWS/PwD), ₹1,000 (transgender) and ₹15,000 (outside India).

Can I correct my NATA application form?

In 2026, candidates had one opportunity to correct personal details during a designated correction window.

Is the NATA fee refundable?

No. The application fee was non-refundable in 2026.

What is the NATA Appointment Card?

It is the NATA admit card, generated after selecting a test city and session. Candidates must carry a printed copy and an original photo ID.

Does qualifying NATA guarantee B.Arch admission?

No. Admission depends on the merit lists and rules of each state authority or institute.

Does CoA conduct counselling for NATA?

No. CoA conducts the exam; admissions are carried out by state, UT and institutional authorities.

Do I need to register separately for counselling?

Yes. Candidates must register with each state authority, consortium or institute they wish to apply to.

Can I get into an NIT for B.Arch with NATA?

No. NITs admit B.Arch students through JEE Main Paper 2A and JoSAA counselling.

Can I use NATA for B.Plan admission?

B.Plan admissions generally use JEE Main Paper 2B. NATA is designed for B.Arch admission.

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