NATA EXAM ELIGIBILITY
Nata 2024 is a national level aptitude test for admission to first year of 5 year B.Arch degree program. Nata 2024 will be conducted on all weekends starting from April to July, 2024 in two sessions subject to number of candidates registered for the session. Before filling Nata Exam Form 2024, candidates are advised to check Nata Latest Syllabus. Also, going through Nata Entrance Test Details, helps the candidates to understand the scheme of exam. If you wish to pursue a career in Architecture, this article will guide you through the specific eligibility criteria, needed to apply for Nata.
Table of Contents
1. Eligibility to Appear for Nata
2. B Arch Admission Eligibility
3. Age Eligibility to Appear for Nata
Eligibility for Nata
Candidates fulfiling the below criteria prescribed by the council can appear for Nata 2024:
For 10+2 Students
| CRITERIA | ELIGIBILITY |
| Qualifying Exam | 10+1 exam or 10+2 exam passed/appearing |
| Subjects Required | Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects are required |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit Specified to Appear for Nata |
For Diploma Students
| CRITERIA | ELIGIBILITY |
| Qualifying Exam | 10+3 Diploma Examination passed/appearing |
| Subjects Required | Mathematics subject is required |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit Specified to Appear for Nata |
Candidates should note that Nata 2024 serves as the qualifying Aptitude Test for admission to B.Arch programs offered by Universities/Colleges in India.
Qualifying in Nata 2024 does not guarantee admission to any architecture course for the candidate.
Admission is subject to meeting all the requirements specified by respective competent authorities, in compliance with the eligibility criteria laid down by the Council.
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DetailsB Arch Admission Eligibility
Admission to First Year of B.Arch Course
The eligibility for admission to the first year of the B.Arch Degree program for the academic session 2024-25 will follow the CoA (Minimum Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 2020.
Candidates who have fulfilled the following conditions shall only be eligible for admission to B.Arch course.
For 10+2 Students
| CRITERIA | ELIGIBILITY |
| Qualifying Exam | Passed 10+2 examination & Nata |
| Subjects Required | Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects are required |
| Marks Required | Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics & also minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 examination |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit Specified |
For Diploma Students
| CRITERIA | ELIGIBILITY |
| Qualifying Exam | Passed 10+3 Diploma Examination & Nata |
| Subjects Required | Mathematics subjects is required |
| Marks Required | Minimum 50% Marks in Aggregate |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit Specified |
No Lateral Admission is allowed at any other year of B.Arch course based on any qualifications
(*proposal for amendment in above eligibility criteria has been submitted for approval of the Central Government. The revision in eligibility, if any, shall be notified on www.nata.in upon approval)
Nata Exam Eligibility Age Limit
No Age Limit has been specified to appear for Nata.
However, aspiring candidates must check the eligibility criteria to appear for Nata & the criteria laid down by CoA for admission to first year of B.Arch Course, before applying for Nata 2024.
Nata Eligibility for International/NRI Candidates
For candidates with International or NRI status, the eligibility for Nata is similar to those for Indian Nationals.
Nata Eligibility for OBC/Reserved Categories
Reservation & relaxation in qualifying marks for reserved categories for admission purposes are determined by Admission/ Counselling Authority.
It does not fall under the purview of Nata Examination
Nata 2024 Eligibility Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
Ques 1. Is Maths compulsory for Nata exam?
Ans 1. Candidates aspiring to take Nata exam should have Mathematics as a compulsory subject in their qualifying (10+2 or 10+3 Diploma) exam.
Ques 2. What are the subjects required for Nata exam?
Ans 2. For 10+2 candidates: Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics are the compulsory subjects required.
For Diploma candidates: Mathematics is the compulsory subjects required.
Ques 3. Can PCB student give Nata exam?
Ans 3. PCB students can't give Nata exam. Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics are the compulsory subjects required to write Nata exam.
Ques 4. What are the criteria for Nata exam?
Ans 4. There is no Age limit to appear for Nata exam. For minimum marks criteria refer here.
Ques 5. Is PCM compulsory for Nata?
Ans 5. Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics are the compulsory subjects required to write Nata exam.
Ques 6. What is the eligibility for Nata exam?
Ans 6. For 10+2 students:
Qualifying Exam: 10+1 exam or 10+2 exam passed/appearing
Subjects Required: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects are required
Age Limit: No Age Limit Specified to Appear for Nata
For Diploma Students:
Qualifying Exam: 10+3 Diploma Examination passed/appearing
Subjects Required: Mathematics subject is required
Age Limit: No Age Limit Specified to Appear for Nata
Ques 7. Is chemistry needed for Nata?
Ans 7. Yes, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics are compulsory subjects required to write Nata for 10+2 students. However, 10+3 Diploma students need only Mathematics subject for the same.
Ques 8. Who can give Nata exam
Ans 8. 10+1 exam or 10+2 exam passed/appearing students with PCM subjects or 10+3 Diploma Examination passed/appearing students with Mathematics subject can give Nata exam.
For latest NATA updates please visit the website http://www.nata.in
About the Author: Anu Handa is an Interior Designer, DIY Artist, Co-Founder and Educator at Mosaic Institute of Design. She has been the lead blogpost writer at www.mosaicdesigns.in since 2009. Her educational background in Interior Design, Urban Planning and the English Language has given her a broad base to cover a range of topics in her articles. Anu has spent 15+ years training Design & B.Arch Aspirants for entrance exams.
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