What is NATA? Complete Guide to Architecture Entrance Exam 2026

NATA stands for National Aptitude Test in Architecture. It's a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA), the official regulatory body for architecture education in India.

Think of NATA as your passport to architecture education. Without a qualifying NATA score, admission to most Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) programs in India is nearly impossible. The exam tests two crucial abilities every future architect needs: mathematical aptitude and drawing skills.