Where can I check the NATA exam centres?

CoA will prepare and release the list of NATA exam cities online at nata.in. From the list of exam cities released by the authorities, the candidates will be able to make their choice. The preferred three exam cities for NATA has to be selected in the order of preference while filling out the application form. The allotment of NATA exam centres will be done based on the candidate's preferences and availabilty of centres. The candidates will be able to check the details of their allotted exam centres through the NATA admit card.

How will I know my allotted NATA exam centre?

The authorities will release the details about the allotted NATA exam centre through tadmit card. Candidates will be able to check details regarding their allotted exam centre address, date, timings, guidelines and more from the admit card of NATA. Before reporting to exam centre, candidates are advised to carefully check the details present in the NATA admit card. In case of any mistakes in the admit card, the candidates are advised to immediately contact the authorities.

When will NATA 2026 application form be available?

NATA 2026 registration started on March 9, 2026. Candidates can fill out the NATA application form 2026 online at nata.in. The authorities do not accept offline applications for NATA 2026. All details submitted in the application form must be valid and consistent with the documents the candidates possess. The required fee has to be paid online.

How many NATA exam cities can I choose during the application process?

While filling out the application form, the candidates will be able to choose three NATA exam cities. The selection of exam cities has to be done carefully and in the order of preference since it plays a huge factor in the allotment of exam centres. The authorities will allot centres as per the preferences of the candidate and seat availability. It is to be noted that the international exam cities cannot be selected as a second or third choice for NATA.

What identity proofs are to be produced at the exam centre along with the NATA admit card?

While reporting at NATA exam centres, candidate are expected to bring certain documents. Along with NATA admit card, the candidates will have to present their government photo identity proof. If the candidates fail to bring the documents, then they will not be allowed to enter the examination centre. Some of the identity proofs that are approved by the authorities are: Passport Aadhaar Card Voter ID PAN Card School ID

What are the details present in the NATA admit card?

NATA admit card will consist of various important details related to the candidate and the entrance examination. Before downloading the NATA admit card, the candidates are advised to check the present details carefully. In case of any mistakes, the candidates are advised to immediately contact the authorities. The following details will be present in the NATA admit card. Name of the candidate Roll number Gender Course Category Exam date and timings Exam centre address Exam day guidelines

What are the exam day guidelines available on the NATA admit card?

The authorities release the exam day guidelines through the NATA admit card. The candidates are advised to check the NATA exam day guidelines to understand the guidelines set up by the authorities for a smooth process at the centre. As per the NATA exam day guidelines, the candidates are advised to reach the venue at least an hour before the examination starts. The candidates will have to present their admit cards along with identity proof. No electronic devices will be allowed inside the venue. All COVID-19 protocols are also to be followed by the candidates.

Will the NATA exam centres allow the candidates to deposit their personal belongings?

Candidates are advised to let parents/guardians safekeep their personal belongings during NATA. However, if candidate is unaccompanied, then they can request NATA authorities to deposit personal belongings during the entrance examination. However, authorities bear no responsibilities for the loss of belongings. Therefore, candidates are advised to not carry expensive and important belongings to examination centre.

Can I change my exam centre after downloading the NATA admit card?

No, after release of NATA admit card, candidates will not be allowed to change the exam centre. Exam centres will be allotted as per the preferences submitted in the admit card by the candidates. Therefore, candidates are advised to be careful while selecting their choice of exam centres in NATA application form. After the preferences are submitted, authorities will not allow any requests for a change of centres.

I have not been allotted into my first preferred NATA exam city. What should I do?

It is to be noted that there are chances of cases arising where the candidates will not be allotted centres within their first preferred NATA exam city. The allotment of centres will depend on many factors including preferences, centre availability, total number of candidates for the particular test centre, etc. Hence, the authorities can add or remove centres as per the requirements. If the first preferred city is not available due to some particular reason, then the candidates will be allotted centres as per their second and third preference.

Is it mandatory to bring the hard copy of the NATA admit card to the exam centre?

Yes. All of the candidates are required to bring the hard copy of the NATA admit card to the examination centre. The authorities will not allow the candidates inside the examination centre if they do not present their NATA admit card and identity proof. The candidates will have to bring an government photo identity proof to the exam centre i.e., Aadhaar Car/Passport/Voter ID/PAN Card/School ID. Before reporting at the exam centre, the candidates are advised to check the detailed exam day guidelines carefully.

Is NATA held in international centres? Is the application fee different for the international exam centres?

Yes, the authorities will conduct NATA in international centres. The entrance exam is expected to be held in Dubai, Doha, Muscat, Riyadh and Khaitan. In the previous year, NATA was conducted in 8 international centres. The application fee for international exam centres is higher. For one attempt, the NATA application fee is INR 10,000, while for two attempts, the fee is INR 20,000. If the candidates want to attempt all three sessions, then the application fee is INR 27,000. It must be noted that the international cities has to be first choice and cannot be selected as second or third choice of exam city.

NATA 2026 Exam Centres: Check City/State-wise Test Centres List

4.5K Students Q&A

Exam On - 4 Apr '26

Updated on Feb 12, 2026 15:16 IST

By Dhanya B

NATA 2026 exam centres list will be released online by the authorities of the Council of Architecture (CoA). Candidates will be able to check the list of cities where the entrance examination will be held through the NATA exam centres 2026. While filling the NATA 2026 application form, the candidates will have to fill out their choice of exam cities in order of preference. Allotment of NATA exam centres will be done based on the candidate's preferences and seat availability.

Candidates are allowed to select multiple centres while filling the form. Once the exam centre is assigned, candidates can download the admit card. Candidates will be able to check the details regarding their allotted exam centre through the NATA 2026 admit card. Read to know more about the NATA 2026 exam centre.

Table of contents

How to select NATA 2026 exam cities?
NATA 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
NATA 2026 Exam Centres
NATA Exam Day Guidelines
NATA 2026 Admit Card
NATA Centre Frequently Asked Questions

How to select NATA 2026 exam cities?

NATA 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NATA 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
04 Apr ' 26	NATA 2026 exam commencement date
04 Apr ' 26 - 13 Jun ' 26	NATA 2026 Phase 1 Exam(Friday and Saturday)
07 Aug ' 26 - 08 Aug ' 26	NATA 2026 Phase 2 Exam