NATA 2020 Topper: Know how Charitha N Reddy scored 177.5 marks
National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2026 ( NATA )
Exam On - 4 Apr '26
Know how to score good marks in NATA from none other than topper herself below.
Charitha N Reddy, one of the all India topper of (NATA) 2020 entrance examination, used her entrance test as a stress buster. She also explained how her schedule was designed to prepare for NATA preparations.
Shiksha.com got Charitha N Reddy's exclusive interview today where she explained about the preparation strategy she followed for NATA, fitness tips and also her plans ahead for higher studies. Excerpts:
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Q. What was your preparation strategy to get good marks in NATA 2020?
A. I was preparing for NATA since last two years. I joined D Q Labs for coaching after passing my Class 10. As there were a lot of changes in NATA 2020, so, I attempted as many mock tests possible for being adaptive to changes during the exam.
Q. How much you used to study daily? How did you keep yourself fit during the studies?
A. Studying for NATA is like a stress buster for me. During my Class 12 board preparation, I used to study for the entrance test whenever I got time. To remain fit during the studies, used to play different outdoor sports with my friends.
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Q. How did your parents help in the NATA 2020 preparation?
A. They didn't put any pressure on me. They were very supportive. They just asked me to study well and didn't pressurise me to get good rank or marks in the exam. They also helped me getting relaxed whenever I felt a bit stressed.
Q. What will be your preferred institute after qualifying NATA 2020?
A. My preferred institute for BArch will be Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT), Ahmedabad; R V College of Architecture (RVCA) Bengaluru.
Q. After BArch what are your plans means a job or higher education?
A. I want to do masters in design but I haven't decided yet. I will choose it after completing my course.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 weeks ago
Yes, students can get admission in SPA Delhi without NATA. Students with a score in the JEE Main Paper II are also eligible for BArch admissions. For other programmes, scores of exams, such as GATE, UCEED are also accepted.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
All the candidates who have registered and booked the slot will receive the admit card. NATA 2026 admit card will be available online at nata.in. Registered candidates will be able to download the admit card by logging into their account 2-3 days before the selected exam slot.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The last date to apply for NATA 2026 will be in August 2026. The registration for NATA 2026 will begins. The application form released on March 9, 2026.
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Answered a month ago
The last date to apply for NATA 2026 will be in August. The NATA application form was released on March 9, 2026.
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Answered a month ago
No common counselling will be conducted for NATA 2026 qualified candidates. Counselling will be conducted by the individual colleges based on the NATA score. Therefore, candidates can apply to any architecture college with NATA result.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
NATA 2026 exam will be conducted multiple times in a year. The exam date of the NATA exam are from April to August 2026. The exam will be conducted on Friday and Saturday throughout the month.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The NATA exam includes the Drawing section and the MCQ section. The drawing section is considered more difficult than the MCQs. Candidates must practice 5 to 7 drawings every day to score well in the exam.
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Answered a month ago
The NATA 2026 exam will be conducted for 200 Marks. The candidates must score above 80 marks to get admission in the top colleges.
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Answered a month ago
No, NATA is not a tough exam. The difficulty level of NATA is easy to moderate. Candidates must be well prepared with the drawings and architecture aptitude.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Candidates can crack NATA through proper planning and strategies. Candidates must check the exam pattern before they start the preparation.
- For the Aptitude Test, candidates can expect questions based on Indian and world architectural structures, designs, colour, and pattern. Therefore, read books a
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