Neram vs BRDS vs SILICA: NATA online coaching compared
A factual side-by-side comparison of three well-known NATA online coaching institutes in India. Based on each institute’s own public claims.
Disclosure: We are Neram Classes. The comparison below is built only from each institute’s own publicly available website data. We do not republish unverified claims. If any competitor publishes more detail in future, this page will be updated.
Side-by-side comparison
Feature
Neram Classes
BRDS
SILICA Institute
Founded / Experience
2009 (10+ years)
Stated 2005 on brdsindia.com (19+ years)
Operating multi-city per silica.co.in
Presence
Live online across India and the Gulf; classrooms in Tamil Nadu and Bangalore (Electronic City)
72+ centres across India per brdsindia.com
25 centres across India per silica.co.in
Batch Size
Smaller batches mean more individual attention.Small batches
Not specified on public website
Not specified on public website
Faculty Profile
Founded by Pushparaj Manoharan (B.Arch, NIT Trichy)
Architect-led faculty per their website
Architect-led faculty per their website
Published Fees
Transparent pricing helps you budget upfront.Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 35,000 (3-month to 2-year), lower if paid at once
Not listed publicly on the landing page
Not listed publicly on the landing page
Mock Tests
100+ in the 1-Year program, 50+ in the Crash Course
Mock tests included, count not publicly stated
Mock tests included, count not publicly stated
Drawing Practice
Daily 2-hour supervised drawing sessions with live critique
Drawing coaching included
Drawing kit and free trial lesson available
Free Study App
Yes, free app at app.neramclasses.com: cutoff calculator, B.Arch college predictor, exam centre finder, question bank preview
No dedicated study app listed publicly
No dedicated study app listed publicly
Free Demo Class
Yes, free live demo class
Trial class on request
Free trial lesson advertised
Published Results
AIR 1 in JEE B.Arch 2024; 1,000+ students taught since 2009
895 NATA 2025 selections per brdsindia.com results page
734 NATA 2025 selections, 200+ scored above 100 per silica.co.in
Language Coverage
5 languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam
Primarily English, regional support not specified
Primarily English
Online + Offline Switch
Yes, switch between online and offline anytime at no extra cost
Online + offline batches available; switching policy not stated publicly
Online + offline batches; switching policy not stated publicly
Neram Classes
2009 (10+ years)
Live online across India and the Gulf; classrooms in Tamil Nadu and Bangalore (Electronic City)
Small batches
Founded by Pushparaj Manoharan (B.Arch, NIT Trichy)
Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 35,000 (3-month to 2-year), lower if paid at once
100+ in the 1-Year program, 50+ in the Crash Course
Daily 2-hour supervised drawing sessions with live critique
Yes, free app at app.neramclasses.com: cutoff calculator, B.Arch college predictor, exam centre finder, question bank preview
Yes, free live demo class
AIR 1 in JEE B.Arch 2024; 1,000+ students taught since 2009
5 languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam
Yes, switch between online and offline anytime at no extra cost
BRDS
Stated 2005 on brdsindia.com (19+ years)
72+ centres across India per brdsindia.com
Not specified on public website
Architect-led faculty per their website
Not listed publicly on the landing page
Mock tests included, count not publicly stated
Drawing coaching included
No dedicated study app listed publicly
Trial class on request
895 NATA 2025 selections per brdsindia.com results page
Primarily English, regional support not specified
Online + offline batches available; switching policy not stated publicly
SILICA Institute
Operating multi-city per silica.co.in
25 centres across India per silica.co.in
Not specified on public website
Architect-led faculty per their website
Not listed publicly on the landing page
Mock tests included, count not publicly stated
Drawing kit and free trial lesson available
No dedicated study app listed publicly
Free trial lesson advertised
734 NATA 2025 selections, 200+ scored above 100 per silica.co.in
Primarily English
Online + offline batches; switching policy not stated publicly
Why students switch to Neram Classes
Five factual differentiators that come up most often in counselling calls
Transparent fees from the start
Neram Classes publishes course fees (Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 35,000) directly on the website. Competitor institutes typically require a form submission and counsellor call before sharing fees, which delays decision-making for parents.
Smaller batch sizes by design
Neram Classes keeps batches small on purpose. That leaves time for personal feedback on every drawing submission and direct access to faculty.
Free study tools
The free Neram app at app.neramclasses.com includes a NATA cutoff calculator, a B.Arch college predictor, an exam centre finder and a question bank preview. Anyone can use it before deciding on coaching.
5-language coaching
Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam students can choose a language batch during enrolment. Drawing and aptitude content stays language-neutral; conceptual explanations are delivered in the student's chosen language.
Hybrid model with seamless switching
Students can switch attendance between online and offline batches anytime at no additional fee. Useful for students who relocate mid-program or want offline revision phases before the exam.
Comparison FAQ
Which is the best NATA online coaching in India for 2026?
There is no single answer that fits every student. Neram Classes, BRDS, and SILICA all have published track records. Neram differentiates on published fees, small batches, a free study app and 5-language coaching. BRDS leads on per-year selection counts. SILICA leads on multi-exam coverage. Decide based on which of these factors matters most to you.
How do NATA online coaching fees compare?
Neram Classes publishes fees from Rs. 15,000 (3-month crash) to Rs. 35,000 (2-year program, or Rs. 30,000 if paid at once) directly on the website. BRDS and SILICA do not publicly publish their NATA online coaching fees as of the last public check; students must submit a form or call to get a quote.
Which institute has the smallest batch size?
Neram Classes keeps batches small. BRDS and SILICA do not publicly state batch size limits, so ask each institute directly before enrolling.
Which institute offers free study tools?
Neram Classes runs a free app at app.neramclasses.com with a cutoff calculator, a B.Arch college predictor, an exam centre finder and a question bank preview. BRDS and SILICA do not list a comparable free app on their public websites.
Can I get NATA online coaching in Tamil or Hindi?
Neram Classes offers NATA coaching in 5 languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. BRDS and SILICA primarily teach in English based on their public websites.
How do published results compare across institutes?
Neram publishes AIR 1 in JEE B.Arch 2024 and 1,000+ students taught since 2009. BRDS publishes 895 NATA 2025 selections (with year-over-year trend on their site). SILICA publishes 734 NATA 2025 selections and 200+ students scoring above 100. Success metrics are measured differently, so compare like-for-like before relying on any single number.
Should I pick a big multi-centre institute or a smaller, more focused one?
Larger institutes (BRDS, SILICA) have more physical centres and brand depth. Smaller-batch, hybrid institutes (Neram Classes) offer more personalised attention and faster decision support. Match the choice to your learning style: if you need close mentoring and drawing critique, smaller batches matter more.