The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) 2023 Test 1 registration deadline has been extended by the Council of Architecture (CoA) till April 13. Applicants who want to work in architecture can register for the exam at nata.in, the official NATA website.

For applicants seeking admission to undergraduate programmes in architecture provided by various institutions around the nation, the NATA exam is held twice a year. NATA 2023’s first test is slated for April 21, and the admit card will be made available on April 18.

Before registering for the exam, candidates are recommended to carefully review the qualifying requirements. The 10+2 or equivalent exam, with mathematics as a required subject, must be passed with at least 50% overall in order to qualify for NATA 2023. Furthermore, those eligible to apply are those who have earned a three-year diploma from an accredited institution in any stream with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 50%.

To register for NATA 2023, candidates are required to 

• visit the official website and create a login ID 
• provide basic details such as name, email address, mobile number, and password. 
• Candidates can proceed to fill the application form by providing personal and educational details
• After filling out the application form, candidates are required to upload scanned copies of their recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and necessary documents in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee through online mode using a debit card, credit card, or net banking.
• Download and take the print for future reference.

There are two components to the NATA exam: Part A and Part B. Math and general aptitude multiple-choice questions make up Part A of the computer-based exam. A drawing test is administered in Part B on a real piece of paper. The two portions take place on the same day and last a combined three hours.

A list of instructions for the NATA 2023 exam day has also been provided by the CoA. These instructions include bringing a printed copy of the admit card, a valid photo ID, and any stationery you might need, like pencils, erasers, and colored pencils.

It is encouraged that candidates take advantage of this extended registration deadline and sign up for the exam before it closes.