Does CoA prepare NATA merit list?

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.

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

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

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

Listed below are some of important last minute NATA preparation tips. In the last few days before exam, candidates must not start studying new chapters. They must focus on improving chapters and concepts studied earlier. Candidates must focus on daily revision. Mock tests must be attempted daily so that candidates can check the progress.

How long is NATA score valid for?

NATA score is valid for two academic years. With their obtained scores, candidates will only be able to apply for colleges in that admission year and the following year. The score will be invalid if 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.

What is the NATA response sheet?

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.

Is NATA July exam score also considered for BArch admission in Kerala.

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.

When will NATA 2026 result be announced?

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.

Will the authorities accept objections against the NATA answer key?

No. The authorities will not accept any objections against NATA answer key. Candidates will not be able to access any facility through which they will be able to send their objections or requests for review. Answer key will be prepared carefully by 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.

What after NATA results.

After 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.

What is the process of getting colleges through NATA?

There is no common counselling for NATA qualified candidates. After the results are declared, the candidates will be able to individually apply to the institute of their preference. The details regarding the counselling process will be announced individually by the institutes. As per the schedule of their preferred institute, the candidates will have to apply for admission and submit their details. NATA scores will be considered for allotment of seats.

Which are the participating institutes of NATA?

As per CoA, the Architecture colleges strictly accept candidates based on their NATA scores. Therefore, the candidates will be eligible to apply to their preferred Architecture institute, if they have secured the qualiying NATA score. Some of the institutes that accept NATA scores are: School of Architecture and Planning, VMRF, Chennai SRM University, Chennai R V School of Architecture, RVCE, Bangalore Department of Architecture, BIT, Mesra Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi Sharda University, Greater Noida Faculty of Architecture & Ekistics, JMI, New Delhi

How can I check my NATA result?

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.

Will the authorities release the NATA result in offline mode?

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.

NATA 2026 Result: Result, Steps to Download Score Card

4.5K Students Q&A

Exam On - 4 Apr '26 - 13 Jun '26

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 18:21 IST

By Dhanya B

NATA results 2026 will be released on the official website,nata.in. The authorities will release separate results for every examination date. Based on the NATA result, the candidates can decide if they want to attempt the exam again. To check the result, candidates must visit the official website, click on the result link and enter their login credentials. National Aptitude Test in Architecture Results can be downloaded in the form of a NATA 2026 scorecard. Candidates can access the obtained scores and qualifying status through the Architecture entrance test results.

Candidates must score above the NATA cutoff 2026 to qualify for admission. Qualified candidates will be considered eligible for admission into the BArch courses offered by the participating institutes. Candidates must apply individually to the institutes of their preference for admission based on their obtained entrance exam score. NATA counselling will not be conducted as a common process. Read the full article to know more about the results of NATA 2026.

Table of contents

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
Counselling Procedure After NATA 2026

How to check the NATA 2026 result?

NATA Results 2026 will be released on the official website. The candidates can enter their login credentials given on the NATA admit card to download the result. Candidates can follow these steps to check the result.

Open nata.in.
Click on NATA 2026 Registration.
Enter email and password.
NATA 2026 scorecard will be displayed on screen.
Download and take a print.

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 - 13 Jun ' 26	NATA 2026 Phase 1 Exam(Friday and Saturday) ONGOING
07 Aug ' 26 - 08 Aug ' 26	NATA 2026 Phase 2 Exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
04 Apr ' 26	NATA 2026 exam commencement date

Which details will be available in NATA 2026 result?

The NATA 2026 scorecard mentions details of the marks scored by the candidate in the entrance exam, along with other basic candidate information. Other than the marks details, the NATA result 2026 will contain the following details:

Name
Father's name
Mother's name
Date of birth
Category
Gender
NATA 2026 application form number
Roll number
Marks
Qualifying Status

NATA 2026 Qualifying Cutoff

NATA qualifying cutoff is minimum marks that candidates must get in architecture entrance examination to qualify for admission. However, NATA 2026 admission cutoff is minimum mark that candidates must score for admission into participating institutes.

The admission cutoff of NATA 2026 will vary for the institute to which candidates want to apply.

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

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 required fee. The authorities will check the review request, and candidates will be informed of the final decision.

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.

Counselling Procedure After NATA 2026

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 scores. To qualify for admission, the candidates will have to meet the qualifying cutoff released by CoA. Here is a list of colleges that accept NATA scores.