Introduction Are you looking to pursue a B.Arch degree in the future? In India, three of the primary gateway exams - NATA, JEE Main Paper 2, and AAT - can help pave your architectural journey. Over the past five years, qualifying marks, registration numbers, and testing formats have evolved. As we look ahead to 2026, staying grounded in accurate, data-driven insights will help you plan effectively. This blog walks through all key exams, presents year-wise statistics with exact figures, highlights what’s changing, and guides your preparation with a clear action plan. 1. NATA - National Aptitude Test in Architecture NATA, conducted by the Council of Architecture, remains the most widely accepted test for B.Arch admissions across institutions in India. Here are the official qualifying marks from the past five years: • NATA qualifying marks 2021: 70 / 200.coa.gov.in • NATA qualifying marks 2022: 70 / 200.coa.gov.in • NATA qualifying marks 2023: 70 / 200 (CoA notices and brochures). coa.gov.in • NATA qualifying marks 2024: 70 / 200. coa.gov.in • NATA qualifying marks 2025: published brochure records 60 / 200 in the document (see official brochure). nata.in Why does this matter? A drop from 70 to 60 (as in the 2025 brochure copy) lowers the immediate qualifying hurdle; however, college-wise cutoffs for admission are separate and usually higher. Use the official NATA brochure for the authoritative qualifying rule each year. nata.in 2. JEE Main - Paper 2 (B.Arch / B.Planning) (National Testing Agency) JEE Main Paper 2 (Paper-2A for B.Arch) tests …



