Admission to the Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Patna for 2026 will rely on JEE Main scores and JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counseling. The admission process considers two quotas: Home State (HS) and Other State (OS), each receiving a 50% reservation of seats. This division significantly impacts closing ranks, with HS students often facing less competition compared to OS students. The previous year's cutoff trends help applicants estimate the expected opening and closing ranks for 2026. The data reveals category-wise distribution, showcasing that HS students generally have lower closing ranks. For example, the closing rank for HS OPEN category students in Round 1 was 3414, while OS OPEN category students had a closing rank of 878. Understanding these trends is essential for aspirants as they prepare for the upcoming admissions.