NATA 2026 Result: Result, Steps to Download Score Card

National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2026 ( NATA )

Dhanya B
Updated on Aug 25, 2025 10:41 IST

By Dhanya B

NATA 2026 results will be released at nata.in. Candidates can now check their obtained scores through the NATA result 2026. To access the result of NATA 2026, the candidates must enter their login credentials. It is to be noted that the result can be downloaded in the form of a NATA 2026 scorecard. The candidates will be able to access their obtained scores and their qualifying status through the NATA result. The authorities are releasing separate results for every examination date of NATA 2026. Qualified candidates will be considered eligible for admission into the BArch courses offered by the participating institutes. Read the full article to know more about the NATA result 2026.

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  • How to check the NATA 2026 result?
  • NATA 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Which details will be available in NATA 2026 result?
  • NATA 2026 Qualifying Cutoff
  • Procedure for NATA Result 2026 Review
  • NATA 2026 Response Sheet
  • NATA 2026 Counselling
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How to check the NATA 2026 result?

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The given steps can be followed by the candidates to check their NATA 2026 result: 

  • Go to nata.in
  • Click on the "NATA 2026 Registration" tab
  • Enter the email and password
  • NATA 2026 scorecard will be displayed on the screen 
  • Download and take a printout for future reference 
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Q:   How can I check my NATA result?
A: 

NATA result will be declared online at nata.in. Candidates will be able to access the NATA result by logging in using the required credentials. No other mode will be used to declare the result of NATA. The authorities will release the NATA result separately for every exam date. The given steps can be followed to release the NATA result. 

  • Go to nata.in
  • Click on the result link.
  • Candidates will have to provide their email ID and password.
  • Click on 'Login'
  • The result will be displayed on the screen.
  • Candidates will be able to download the result in the form of a scorecard.
Q:   Will the authorities release the NATA result in offline mode?
A: 

No. The authorities will not release the NATA result offline i.e., through post or personally. The candidates will have to visit the official website at nata.in to access the result of NATA. Important updates and information regarding the NATA result will be released by the authorities at nata.in. To access the obtained scores, the candidates will have to log in using their application number and password. 

Q:   What minimum marks are required for NATA?
A: 

Candidates are required to secure the minimum qualifying marks of NATA to be eligible for the admission process. The total mark of NATA 2026 is 200. However, the candidates will have to score a minimum of 70 marks to be qualified for the admission process. It is to be noted that the qualifying marks are important only for qualifying for the examination and being eligible for B.Arch admissions. The criteria for admission into the B.Arch courses will differ as per the colleges and institutes that the candidates are applying at.

NATA 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

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

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Apr ' 26

NATA 2026 result

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Which details will be available in NATA 2026 result?

Candidates will be able to check the given details in their NATA result 2026:

  • Name of the candidate
  • Father's name
  • Mother's name
  • Date of birth
  • Category
  • Gender
  • NATA 2026 application form number
  • Roll number
  • Marks obtained in each part of the exam and out of 200
  • Qualifying Status (Pass/Fail)
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which details will be available on the NATA result?
A: 

Candidates will be able to check various important details on the NATA result. Some of the important information available on the result of NATA are - candidate's name, parent's name, date of birth, category, gender, NATA application form number, obtained marks, qualifying status, etc. If the candidates find any mistakes in the details present in the result, they are advised to immediately contact the official authorities. 

Q:   There is a mistake in my NATA result. What should I do?
A: 

Before downloading the NATA score card, the candidates are advised to carefully check the present details. In case the candidates find any mistake in the NATA result, they are advised to immediately contact the authorities. However, the authorities will not accept requests to review the scores obtained in the entrance examination. Editing of other personal details may be accepted by the authorities, however, the candidates will have to confirm the same with the authorities.

Q:   How long is NATA score valid for?
A: 

NATA score is valid for two academic years. With their obtained scores, the candidates will only be able to apply for colleges in that admission year and the following year. The score will be invalid if the candidates use it for admissions after two years. If the candidates wish to apply for admissions after two years, then they will be required to retake the entrance examination. Requests for extension of the score validity will not be entertained by the authorities. Therefore, the candidates are advised to immediately apply for admissions after they receive their scores. 

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NATA 2026 Qualifying Cutoff

Candidates will have to meet the required NATA qualifying cutoff to be eligible for admission to the participating institutes.

Particular Qualifying Marks  Total NATA 2026 Score
NATA 2026 70 200

Note: Candidates will not qualify for NATA unless he/ she satisfy the condition mentioned above.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Does CoA prepare NATA merit list?
A: 

No. The authorities of CoA will not prepare the NATA merit list. Since no common counselling process is conducted for the qualified candidates, there is no need for a NATA merit list. The qualified candidates will be required to apply individually to their preferred colleges. The merit list for admissions will be prepared by the colleges for their separate BArch admission process. The candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility and admission criteria for admission into their preferred institute.

Q:   I passed the first session of NATA. Should I go for further attempts?
A: 

In case the candidates are satisfied with their obtained scores in the first session of NATA, and are sure that it will lead to admissions into their preferred institutes, then they are not required to attempt further examination sessions. However, the candidates are advised to check the previous year cutoffs to be sure that their obtained scores are enough for admissions. The candidates are advised to attempt more than one session of NATA, because the best of the scores will be considered for admission. Attempting all tests of NATA will give an advantage to the candidates to obtain the score that they required for admission into their preferred institute/college.

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Procedure for NATA Result 2026 Review

CoA does not provide the facility for NATA 2026 result review. However, in case the facility is provided, the candidates will have to fill out the required form with all of their details such as name, NATA 2026 roll number and more. Candidates will also have to pay the required fee. The authorities will check the review request and the candidates will be informed of the final decision.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I request for a review of my NATA score?
A: 

No, In the previous year, the authorities did not provide the facility for the review of the obtained NATA score. However, if the authorities intend to provide this facility for the current admission year, then the information will be released on the official website. The candidates will be required to submit a form after filling it with their personal details such as their name, roll number, date of birth and more. The candidates will also be required to pay a fee for the review. After checking the requests, the authorities will accordingly make their decision. 

Q:   Will the authorities accept objections against the NATA answer key?
A: 

No. The authorities will not accept any objections against the NATA answer key. The candidates will not be able to access any facility through which they will be able to send their objections or requests for review. The answer key will be prepared carefully by the CoA authorities and will be final. If the candidates have any issues regarding the NATA answer key, then they can contact the authorities, however, objections against the answer key will not be accepted.

Q:   When will NATA 2026 result be announced?
A: 

Candidates can now check the NATA result 2026 at nata.in. Candidates will be able to access the NATA result online by logging in using the required details. No other mode will be used to declare the result. Separate results will be released for every examination date. Candidates who qualify NATA will be considered eligible for BArch admissions. No common counselling will be held by CoA.

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NATA 2026 Response Sheet

CoA will release the NATA 2026 response sheet online at nata.in. Through the NATA response sheet 2026, the candidates will be able to check their recorded responses to the question paper. However, to access and download the NATA response sheet, the candidates will have to pay INR 3,000 online i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card. Candidates can use the response sheet and NATA 2026 answer key to calculate their probable secured scores in the entrance examination. NATA response sheet will also allow the candidates to review their mistakes and fix them. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to check NATA response sheet?
A: 

NATA response sheet will be available online at nata.in. Candidates will have to click on the response sheet link and provide their application number and test password. After logging in, the candidates will have to select the candidate response tab. To access the candidate response sheet of NATA, the candidates will be required to pay INR 3,000 online I. e. , through net banking/credit card/debit card. After the fee is paid, the response sheet will be made available for the candidates. The response sheet can be downloaded for future use.

Q:   What is the NATA response sheet?
A: 

NATA response sheet consists of the answers submitted by the candidates during the examination. The authorities release the NATA response sheet, to allow the candidates to know what their individual responses were to the question paper. However, the candidates will have to pay INR 3,000 to check and download the response sheet. The authorities have released the NATA response sheet along with the answer key. Candidates can use the NATA answer key and response sheet to calculate their probable scores secured in the entrance examination. 

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NATA 2026 Counselling

CoA does not conduct a centralised NATA counselling process for qualified candidates. For admissions, the candidates will have to individually apply at the institutes which accept NATA 2025 scores. To qualify for admission, the candidates will have to meet the qualifying cutoff released by CoA. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What after NATA results.
A: 

After the NATA results are announced by the authorities of CoA, the candidates will have two options. First, if the candidate is not satisfied with their obtained scores, then they can apply to attempt the remaining examination sessions of NATA. If the candidate is satisfied with their obtained score or there is no more attempts left, then they can apply for admissions into their preferred institute. Since there is no common counselling conducted by CoA, the candidates will have to apply individually to their preferred colleges/institutes. 

Q:   Is NATA July exam score also considered for barc admission in Kerala.
A: 

NATA 2026 is being conducted every weekend from April 2026 in two sessions per day. Candidates will be eligible to attempt a maximum of three sessions. In case a candidate appears for more than one session, the best of the scores shall be considered for admission. Candidates can use the best score to apply for admission into the B.Arch courses offered in Kerala.

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Students can refer to the table below for some details about the top government Architecture colleges in India accepting NATA:

Public/Government Colleges

Total Tuition Fee

NIRF '24

IIT Roorkee Admission

INR 10 Lakh

1

IIT Kharagpur Admission

INR 10 Lakh

2

NIT Calicut Admission

INR 6.25 Lakh

3

SPA Delhi Admission

INR 4 Lakh

5

NIT Trichy Admission

INR 6.25 Lakh

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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

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Muskan Chugh

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Answered a month ago

The table below provides some details about the private top Architecture colleges in India that accept NATA:

Private Colleges

Total Tuition Fee

NIRF '24

CEPT University Admission

INR 22.75 Lakh

6

SRM IST Admission

INR 13.75 Lakh

11

Nirma University Admission

INR 11.1 Lakh

13

Nirma University AdmissionINR 11.5 Lakh19

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542 Institutes accepting NATA

  • 4.00 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time
  • 10.00 Lakh
  • 5 years
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  • Full Time

CEPT University

University Area, Ahmedabad Private

CEPT Unive
  • 22.75 Lakh
  • 5 years
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  • Full Time

Chandigarh University (CU)

Chandigarh Private

Chandigarh
  • 11.10 Lakh
  • 5 years
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  • Full Time

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