Question 1

What is the difference between JEE Paper 2 and NATA?

Accepted Answer

JEE Paper 2 is conducted by NTA for admission to IITs, NITs, and other government architecture colleges, while NATA is conducted by the Council of Architecture for private architecture colleges. JEE Paper 2 has 400 total marks with a computer-based test plus drawing on paper, whereas NATA has 200 marks with a fully computer-based format including digital drawing. Both exams test Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing skills.

Question 2

What is the difference between B.Arch and B.Planning in JEE Paper 2?

Accepted Answer

B.Arch (Paper 2A) includes Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and a Drawing Test, and leads to a Bachelor of Architecture degree. B.Planning (Paper 2B) includes Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and a Planning-based section instead of Drawing, leading to a Bachelor of Planning degree. Both papers are 400 marks total with a 3-hour duration, but they differ in the third section.

Question 3

Which NITs accept JEE Paper 2 scores for B.Arch admission?

Accepted Answer

Several prestigious NITs accept JEE Paper 2 scores including NIT Trichy, NIT Calicut, MNIT Jaipur, NIT Rourkela, NIT Patna, and NIT Bhopal among others. Additionally, IITs like IIT Kharagpur and IIT Roorkee accept JEE Paper 2 scores, though IIT admission also requires clearing the AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test). Expected cutoff scores vary from 140+ to 180+ depending on the institution.

Question 4

How much do NATA and JEE Paper 2 preparation overlap?

Accepted Answer

There is significant overlap between NATA and JEE Paper 2 preparation, approximately 70-80%. Both exams test Mathematics (similar syllabus), General Aptitude (spatial reasoning, logical thinking), and Drawing skills. The main difference is that JEE Paper 2 has a higher difficulty level in Mathematics and the drawing is on paper rather than computer. Students preparing for both exams can follow a unified study plan with minor adjustments.

Question 5

What is AAT and is it required for IIT B.Arch admission?

Accepted Answer

AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test) is an additional test conducted by IITs after JEE Advanced results. It is mandatory for admission to B.Arch programs at IITs like IIT Kharagpur and IIT Roorkee. AAT tests freehand drawing, architectural awareness, 3D visualization, and imagination. Only students who qualify JEE Advanced are eligible to take AAT. The test is typically conducted within a week after JEE Advanced results.

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JEE Paper 2 Preparation Guide 2026

Your complete guide to crack JEE Main Paper 2 for B.Arch & B.Planning

JEE Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2026

B.Arch (Paper 2A)

400

3 Hours

B.Planning (Paper 2B)

400

3 Hours

Subject-wise Preparation Strategy

Mathematics

Aptitude

Drawing

Top Colleges Through JEE Paper 2

IIT Kharagpur

45

180+

IIT Roorkee

40

175+

NIT Trichy

50

150+

NIT Calicut

45

145+

MNIT Jaipur

40

140+

SPA Delhi

120

165+

JEE Paper 2 vs NATA

JEE Paper 2

NATA

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