Aspiring architects in Tamil Nadu often face a critical decision: Should you prepare for NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) or JEE Paper 2? While both exams lead to undergraduate architecture programs, they differ in exam pattern, difficulty level, acceptance, and ideal preparation strategy. In this article, we break down everything you need to know to decide which path suits you best.
Eligibility Criteria: NATA vs JEE Paper 2
| Criteria | NATA | JEE Paper 2 |
| Conducted by | Council of Architecture (COA) | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Attempts per year | Multiple | Twice (Jan & Apr) |
| Qualification | 10, +2 with PCM | 10, +2 with PCM |
| Minimum Marks | 50% Aggregate | 50% Aggregate |
NATA | CEED | NID DAT | NIFT | UCEED | JEE Main Paper 2 | JEE Advanced AAT | BFA/BVA Entrance Exams | CUET (UG) | FTII / SRFTI JET
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