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To appear for NATA 2023, it is necessary for the aspirants to meet NATA Eligibility Criteria. Candidates who have qualified Class 12th or equivalent with 50% aggregate marks and Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects are eligible to apply.
- The application fees for General/OBC/NCL male candidates for any individual test is INR 2000 while for SC/STPwD/Transgender and female candidates, the application fees is INR 1500 for one test.
- Candidates have to visit the website and navigate to “NATA 2023- Registration” to fill out the form.
- NATA Exam Centers will be allotted to candidates based on the choices made by them at the time of filling out the application form.
- Candidates who successfully register for NATA 2023 will be able to download NATA 2023 Admit Card in online mode.
NATA 2023 Registration Dates
| Events | First Test Dates | Second Test Dates | Third Test Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| NATA 2023 Application Form Release Date | March 20, 2023 | March 20, 2023 – Ongoing | March 20, 2023 – Ongoing |
| NATA 2023 Application Form Last Date |
Extended till April 13, 2023 (08:00 PM) | May 13, 2023 (11:59 PM) | June 24, 2023 (11:59 PM) |
| Confirmation Printout window availability | April 14, 2023 (11:59 PM) | May 16, 2023 (11:59 PM) | June 27, 2023 (11:59 PM) |
| NATA 2023 Correction Window | April 8, 2023 (10:30 AM) to April 10, 2023 (11:59 PM) | May 9, 2023 (10:30 AM) to May 13, 2023 (11:59 PM) | June 20, 2023 (10:30 AM) to June 24, 2023 (11:59 PM) |
| NATA 2023 Exam Date | April 21, 2023 | May 28, 2023 | July 9, 2023 |
NATA Registration 2023
NATA Application Form is completely online and interactive in nature as well. The entire registration form is divided into sections and subsections for the ease of candidates. Fields are described as mandatory as a must, without which the form will not be submitted. Online guidance is provided to the candidate while filling the Application form.
- When candidates arrive at a certain field a cursor tip message is shown which assists the candidate to enter the required detail.
- Candidates who face difficulty can click on the HELP icon which will redirect them to the concerned section in the official NATA 2023 Brochure.
- Applicants have to make sure that their personal details: name, parents' name, postal address are unique and valid.
A unique 8 digit Application number is provided to every applicant along with which they have to choose their password which is essential for further entries.
Steps to Fill NATA Application Form 2023
NATA 2023 Application process is divided mainly into 3 steps: Personal and Qualification details, Document and Image uploading, and fee payment. In the end, a confirmation page is displayed which has to be downloaded and kept for future reference.
Step 1: Basic Registration
Candidates have to begin filling out the application form by creating a login Id and Password. Personal details like name, gender, and contact information are required for the same. A uniques Id and security question are mandatory to generate the application number.
A unique 8 digit Application number is created which along with the password can be used for further login and form filling.
Step 2: Re-Login and Fill out the Application Form
Using the generated credentials candidates have to login again to their portal and complete the application form. Qualification details, marks, and Exam center preference likewise have to be mentioned at this stage.
Step 3: Upload Scanned Images
Scanned copies of required documents: Candidate’s photograph and Signature is to be uploaded. The photograph has to be recent and preferably taken on a light background. Signature should be scanned on a white background in a clear format. Specifications of the images to be uploaded are tabulated down below, candidates should take note of the same.
NATA 2023 Image Uploading Details
| Document | Image Size | Image dimension | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Size | Maximum Size | Height | Width | |
| Photograph | 4 KB | 100 KB | 4.5 cm | 3.5 cm |
| Signature | 1 KB | 30 KB | 1.5 cm | 3.5 cm |
Aspirants need to download the prefilled registration form and procure the necessary registration documents. They would also be required to select a NATA Test Center from the official website at a location convenient to the candidate. Approach the Test center for Appointment for NATA Exam. After this, procure Receipt cum Appointment voucher from the Test Center and take the exam on the registred date.
NATA 2023 Application Fee
Candidates will be required to pay NATA 2023 Application fees after submission of documents.Once personal details and document uploading is completed candidates will be redirected to the payment page, which can be done only in online mode.
| Category | Single Attempt | Both Attempts | Combined Attempts (Test 1, 2 and 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Male- INR 2000 Female- INR 1500 | Male- INR 4000 Female- INR 3000 | Male- INR 5400 Female-4050 |
| SC/ST and PwD | INR 1500 | INR 3000 | INR 4050 |
| Candidates Opting Exam Center Outside India | INR 10,000 | INR 20,000 | INR 27000 |
Payment Through Electronic Payment Gateway
NATA only accepts online fee payment. By clicking on “payment of fee using EPG services” candidates will be redirected to a new gateway page. Options available are Credit Card/ Debit Card or Net Banking are available to complete the payment process. Successful payment status will be shown on candidate's homepage. Final Confirmation Page will be displayed and available to download only after that.
Read Application Form Correction Steps in NATA 2023
Guidelines for filling NATA Online Application Form
Personal Information
Candidates should make sure they enter their personal credentials as mentioned in Class 12th or equivalent exam certificate.
- Applicants Name, Father’s Name, and Mother’s Name should be no more than 46 characters and as mentioned in the school leaving certificate. Prefixes like Sri, Mr, Ms, Dr, Late are not required.
- Date of Birth in DD/MM/YYYY format as recorded in the secondary or higher secondary certificate.
- Three gender categories Male/ Female and Transgender are to be chosen from along with General/ SC/ST/ OBC/NCL.
- Persons with disabilities section is auto-filled as NO, If positive, you have to choose Yes from the drop-down menu with the type as well: Visual Acuity/ One Eye Vision/ Physically Challenged and others.
- Aadhar Number is not a mandatory category but candidates have to duly fill their place of residence: Rural/ Urban or Sub Urban along with nationality Indian/ Oci/ PIO/ Foreign nationals.
Qualification Details
Details like Passed/ Appearing status, Year, Stream and Affiliated Board is to be mentioned. Institute name and address, percentage marks obtained and Roll No. is mandatory at both Class 10 and 10+2 level.
Choice of First and Second Test Session
- Candidates can opt for the first session or second session or both of them as per their choice.
- Applying for the second test is not mandatory if applicants are planning to appear for the first one. It is on the discretion of the candidate.
Address of Communication
Candidates have to enter their residential address, domicile: both state and district with pincode. Functioning and valid Email Id, Mobile or Landline number are to be mentioned for further correspondence.
Password Generation
Candidates must create a password for login of minimum 8 to 13 characters with one alphabet, numeral, special character. In case candidates forget their password they should retrieve a new one which should not be identical to the previous three passwords.
One security questions from a drop down list of questions is to be chosen, a relevant answer for which is to be entered and noted down for future retreival of password.
How to Retrieve NATA 2023 Candidate ID?
All the candidates have the option to retrieve their NATA 2023 Candidate ID. They can simply follow the steps mentioned below:
- Visit the official site of NATA 2023
- Click on “Find NATA Candidate ID”
- Enter 10th standard Roll Number, 10th passing year and 10th board name in respective text-box.
- Enter the verification code and then click on “Find NATA Candidate ID”. The ID will be displayed on the screen.
- In case one forgets the password, click on ‘Forgot password’ link and answer the security question.
- If one forgets the security question too, opt for the option to change your password. You will receive a mail to change the password in your registered mail ID.
NATA 2023 Application Form Status
- Applicants can check the status of their application form by logging into the official site.
- Put your application number and password in the input box and click ‘submit’. The complete application form will be displayed.
- Candidates will be able to view their application form. Any empty field will be marked red and completed fields will be marked green
- A message will be displayed if payment is incomplete or pending.
- Candidates are required to make the required changes to submit the completely filled form.
NATA 2023 Application Form Correction
Candidates who make any discrepancies while filling the application form are provided a facility to correct their mistake through application form correction. The application form correction process for Phase 1 will be conducted in April 2023. Candidates have to follow the steps below:
- Candidates should create a new ticket on the Helpdesk with the subject/title: “Error Correction:<>”
- They must then describe the nature of the error and the correction required.
- Scanned copies of original documents supporting the change requested must also be attached.
- Candidates can contact the concerned authority for any assistance:
COUNCIL OF ARCHITECTURE
India Habitat Centre, Core 6A, 1st Floor,
Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 India
Mobile : +91-9073301301
Tel: +91-11-79412100
Specific Query related to NATA-2023 Examination
Mobile : +91-9073301301
Email: nata-coa@gov.in
NATA email – nata.helpdesk2023@gmail.com
NATA Registration Statistics
The registration statistics for the previous year's NATA is tabulated below.
| Particulars | Test 1 | Test 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Registered candidates | 15066 | 25860 |
| Number of Appeared candidates | 14130 | 21657 |
NATA 2023 Exam Center Allocation
Council of Architecture conducts NATA in all state capitals and selected cities across India. Allotment of the exam center is subject to availability of at least 200 students in a particular exam center/ city. Though the authorities will provide centers as per the preference of the candidates but the discretion lies with the authority. Request for change in Exam Center will not be entertained by CoA, hence candidates are advised to choose the exam center accordingly while filling the application form. Candidates can give a maximum of 3 preferences in the choice of their
Do's and Don'ts of NATA Application Form Filling
| Do’s | Don’ts |
|---|---|
| Go through the online instructions carefully before starting to fill the Application Form | Application Number, security question and password should not be shared with anybody. |
| Personal information, address of communication and other credentials carefully | Wrong, not functional and invalid mobile number or Email Id should not be provided |
| Examination center choice should be correctly filled, no alteration allowed | There is no need to send the confirmation page by post to CoA office. |
| Photograph and Signature should be uploaded in specified size only | Use of crayons, water colour and oil paints is prohibited for drawing test. |
| Schedule mentioned in the Admit Card should be strictly followed | Any instrument, including scale are not allowed to the examination hall. |
| Carry your own pencils and colored pencils for drawing section. | Hard copy of the Admit Card should not be spoiled, entry can be restricted on this basis. |
NATA 2023 Application Form FAQs
Ques. Which documents are required before filling the NATA 2023 application form?
Ans. Before filling the form, a candidate must have following documents ready with him-
- 10+2 mark sheet.
- Scanned Photograph and Signature of proper size and format.
- Photo Identity Proof
- Caste certificate in case of SC/ST category candidates.
Ques. What is the process of registration for NATA 2023?
Ans. As mentioned above, students should visit - nata.in to apply for . The application process involves two stages- Registration and submitting Application. As soon as you click on the link, following process should be followed for registration-
- Click on the “Register” button and you will be directed to a page.
- Again click on “Register” for signing up.
- Fill the mandatory details like name, gender, email Id, password, etc. and as soon as you complete the details, you can login to fill the application form.
Ques. What are the guidelines for uploading photograph and signature in the application form?
Ans. Listed below are the specifications for photo and signature to be uploaded at the time of registration:
- The scanned image of Photograph should be in jpeg or jpg format and should have a size between 4 KB-100 KB. The height and width of the photograph should be 4.5cm X 3.5 cm.
- The scanned image of signature should be in jpeg or jpg format and should have a size between 1 KB-30 KB. The height and width of the signature should be 1.5cm X 3.5 cm.
- The scanned image of the caste certificate (SC/ST candidates) should be in jpeg, jpg or PDF format and should have a size between 5 KB-100 KB.
Ques. What is the application fee for NATA 2023?
Ans.NATA 2023 application fee is intimated in official brochure. However, NATA application fee for 2023 General candidates was Rs 2000 while for SC/ST candidates, it was Rs 1500 for single phase.
Ques. When can I download my admit card for the exam?
Ans. All the students can download their Admit Cards from the official website by using their application number and date of birth. NATA 2023 Admit Card for Phase II will be released on July 4, 2023 whereas for Phase III, NATA 2023 Admit Card will be released on August 4, 2023.
Ques. Do I need to send my application form by post after online application?
Ans. No, you do not need to send your application form by post to NATA; only online application is the valid process of application and it does not require you to send any of your documents offline or by post.
Ques. I do not have Aadhaar card, is it mandatory for applying for NATA 2023?
Ans. Aadhaar card is mandatory for applying for NATA 2023, so if you don’t have an Aadhaar card, you must apply for that.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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