NATA 2026 Exam Centres - List of State-wise Test Centers and Exam Day Instructions Here

NATA Exam Centres 2026

The Council of Architecture (CoA) releases the state-wise list of NATA 2026 exam centres with the Information Brochure. The NATA entrance exam will be conducted computer-based, and NATA exam cities are spread across 100+ Indian and International cities. You can check this page for the state-wise list of NATA 2026 exam centres. You can choose any of the three exam centres from the list. Choosing the nearest exam centre as the first preference is advisable while filling out the NATA application form 2026.

NATA 2026 Exam Centres List

Even though the official list of the NATA 2026 exam cities is yet to be released by the exam authorities, students can still check the delegated exam centres for last year's exam.

NATA Exam Day Instructions 2026

You need to follow certain protocols regarding NATA exam timing 2026 as per the official brochure. These have been listed in the pointers below.

• You must present the admit card of NATA 2026 in paper form
• You have to carry an original proof of identity- Aadhar/ Passport/ Driving License/ Voter ID/Valid Photo ID document
• Students carrying any textual material, printed or written, papers, or any other material except the NATA 2026 admit card and ID proof inside the examination hall will be prohibited from appearing in the NATA 2026 examination
• Electronic devices such as Mobile Phones, Bluetooth devices, Calculators, Slide Rules, Log Tables, and Electronic Watches with facilities of a Calculator are not permitted inside the NATA 2026 Examination Hall. Guardianship of such electronic items during the NATA 2026 exam time may lead to the revocation of candidature.

Important Points About NATA Exam Centres 2026

You can check important points about the NATA 2026 exam centres below. 

• While completing the application form, you will need to select three NATA exam centres from the available options.
• You will not be able to select the test center of your choice when applying for testing centers in overseas cities.
• International cities are not permitted to be selected as the exam city's second or third choice.
• The selection of exam locations for NATA 2026 will be contingent upon the options chosen by applicants and the availability of seats at each center.
• The distribution of NATA 2026 exam centres will depend on availability.
• In the NATA admit card 2026, the candidate's exam center information will be included.