NATA 2026 Registration Begins @nata.in; Phase 1 Exams from April 4

The Council of Architecture (CoA) has started the registration process for the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) 2026. Eligible candidates can now fill out the online application form through the official website nata-app.org. As per the official notification, the NATA 2026 examination will commence from April 4, 2026, and will be conducted in multiple sessions.

The NATA 2026 examination will be conducted in two phases. Phase 1 will be held every Friday and Saturday from April 4 to June 13, 2026, except on public holidays. Meanwhile, Phase 2 is scheduled on August 7 and August 8, 2026.

Also Read:- NATA 2026 Eligibility: Qualification, Marks Required, Age Limit, Attempts

NATA 2026 Important Dates

Also Read:- NATA Exam Pattern 2026, Marking Scheme and Section-wise Syllabus

NATA 2026 Phase 1 Examination Schedule

Candidates who wish to appear for the exam in a particular week must complete the registration process by Monday (11:59 PM) for Friday tests and Tuesday (11:59 PM) for Saturday tests. The application correction window will close on Tuesday or Wednesday, depending on the test day. Admit cards will be made available two to three days before the exam, and results will be declared within seven days of the test date.

For Friday tests, only the afternoon session will be conducted, whereas Saturday exams will include both morning and afternoon sessions.

NATA 2026 Phase 2 Examination Schedule

The Council of Architecture has also clarified that candidates who attempt the Phase 1 examination will not be eligible to appear in Phase 2.

Candidates are advised to check the official website of NATA (@nata.in) and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.

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