NATA 2025 Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Eligibility, Application form details and more
National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2025 ( NATA )
Exam On - 1 Mar '25
NATA Registration 2025 begins on February 3, 2025. The NATA exam 2025 is from March 1, 2025, till June 2025. The candidates preparing for the NATA 2025 examination can check the NATA exam pattern 2025 here.
NATA 2025
NATA 2025: To provide more aspirants with the opportunity to pursue architecture, the Council will conduct the exam NATA for admission into approved architectural institutions for the 2025-2026 academic session. NATA exam will be held on designated Fridays and Saturdays in two sessions, from March 1, 2025, to June 2025.
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Q: I have not studied Mathematics in my 12th standard qualifying examination. Am I eligible for NATA?
Q: What is the minimum qualifying marks in NATA?
The minimum qualifying marks for the NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) are set by the Council of Architecture (CoA) and vary slightly from year to year. However, the general guidelines for qualifying in NATA are as follows:
Qualifying Marks (Overall Score):
- Candidates must score a minimum of 70 out of 200 marks in the NATA exam to qualify, regardless of category. This is the standard passing mark for each attempt of the exam.
Separate Sectional Cut-offs:
- In addition to the overall score, the CoA may prescribe separate minimum qualifying marks for each section of the exam, such as mathematics, general aptitude, and drawing. This can vary from one year to another, but in most cases, the overall qualifying score is the key requirement.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in NATA exam?
Candidates can attempt the NATA exam up to three times in a single academic session. The best score from these attempts will be considered for admissions.NATA is generally conducted in multiple phases each year, often in April, May, and July.
NATA Exam Pattern and Making Scheme
The NATA 2025 exam pattern is provided below.
Part A - Drawing and Composition Test (Offline Mode)
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Total Marks: 80
- Question Breakdown:
- A1: Composition and Color – 1 Question (25 Marks)
- A2: Sketching & Composition (Black and White) – 1 Question (25 Marks)
- A3: 3D Composition – 1 Question (30 Marks)
- Total: 3 Questions – 80 Marks
Part B - MCQ & NCQ (Computer-Based Adaptive Test)
- Duration: 90 minutes (108 seconds per question)
- Total Marks: 120
- Question Breakdown:
- B1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) – 42 Questions
- B2: No Choice Questions (NCQ) – 08 Questions
- Total: 50 Questions – 120 Marks
Overall Marks Distribution
- Part A + Part B = 200 Marks
- Grand Total: 200 Marks
NATA 2025 Examination Details
NATA 2025 will be a comprehensive aptitude test consisting of:
- Part A (Drawing and Composition) – Offline mode
- Part B (MCQ & NCQ) – Online adaptive mode
The test will be conducted in English and Hindi.
Assessment Criteria
Part A – Drawing and Composition Test (90 Minutes | 80 Marks)
Candidates will be required to attempt three questions, covering:
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- Composition and Color (25 Marks) – Creating compositions for different scenarios and applying appropriate colours. Arranging shapes aesthetically and colouring them suitably.
- Sketching & Composition (Black and White) (25 Marks) – Ability to visualise and depict scenes involving buildings, people, environments, and objects while considering scale, proportion, texture, shading, and shadows.
- 3D Composition (30 Marks) – Constructing creative 3D compositions for given situations using provided materials.
Part B – Computer-Based Test (90 Minutes | 120 Marks)
The online test will consist of 50 questions (42 MCQs + 8 NCQs) from the following topics:
- Visual Reasoning – Understanding and reconstructing 2D and 3D compositions, and technical concepts.
- Logical Derivation – Interpreting situations, analysing compositions, and drawing logical conclusions.
- General Knowledge (G.K.), Architecture & Design – Awareness of architecture, design, and recent developments.
- Language Interpretation – Understanding English grammar, sentence structure, and logical meaning.
- Design Sensitivity & Thinking – Observational skills, analytical thinking, problem identification, and semantic understanding.
- Numerical Ability – Basic mathematical concepts and their application in creative problem-solving.
Eligibility Criteria for NATA 2025
Who Can Apply?
Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility conditions prescribed by the Council:
- Passed or appearing in the 10+1 examination with PCM subjects.
- Passed or appearing in the 10+2 examination with PCM subjects.
- Passed or appearing in the 10+3 Diploma examination with Mathematics as a subject.
However, admission to the BArch course will be as per the eligibility criteria set under the Council of Architecture (Minimum Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 2020 and as outlined in Section 5.2 of the guidelines.
NATA Application Form 2025
The NATA test will be conducted on designated Fridays and Saturdays from March 1, 2025, to June 2025. NATA 2025 take place in one session on Friday afternoons and two sessions on Saturdays at the notified cities and allotted centres. The online application process started on February 3, 2025.
Q: Can I appear for NATA more than once?
Yes, you can appear for NATA more than once in a year. In fact, candidates are allowed to take the NATA exam up to three times in a year.The option to appear multiple times allows candidates to improve their scores if they are not satisfied with their first attempt. The best score from the attempts will be considered for admission to BArch programmes, so it's beneficial to take advantage of multiple attempts if needed.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria to give NATA exam?
CoA has revised the NATA eligibility criteria. Candidates are advised to check the official NATA eligibility criteria before starting the registration process. The revised eligibility criteria of NATA is given below.
- Candidates should have passed 10+2 or equivalent examinations with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with either Chemistry or Biology or Technical Vocational subject or Computer Science or Information Technology or Informatics Practices or Engineering Graphics or Business Studies with at least 45% marks in aggregate or passed the 10+3 diploma examination with Mathematics as a compulsory subject with at least 45% marks in aggregate.
- Candidates should qualify an aptitude test in architecture conducted either by NTA i.e., JEE Main or NATA, which is conducted by CoA.
Q: Which NATA score will be considered for B.Arch admission if I have appeared for all the sessions?
Candidates will be eligible to apply and attempt one or more sessions of NATA. In case a candidate appears for 2 tests, the best of the 2 scores shall be the valid score and in the case of more than 2 attempts, the valid score shall be the average of the best scores. All candidates will be required to mandatory qualify at least one session of NATA to be eligible for B.Arch admissions into the respective Architecture colleges and institutes. Candidates are advised to attempt as many sessions as they can to have a higher chance of securing good scores.
Q: Can I apply for both JEE Main Paper 2 and NATA exams?
Yes, you can apply for both JEE Main Paper 2 (for BArch and BPlanning) and NATA. Both exams are accepted for admission to undergraduate architecture programmes but are recognised by different sets of institutions.
JEE Main Paper 2 scores are accepted by National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other centrally funded institutions, as well as some state-level colleges.
NATA scores are required for architecture admissions in colleges affiliated with the Council of Architecture (CoA), including many state and private architecture colleges in India.
Applying for both exams increases your options for B.Arch programs, as you can use the scores of either exam based on the college or institution's admission requirements.
Q: How long is NATA score valid for?
NATA score is valid for two academic years. With their obtained scores, the candidates will only be able to apply for colleges in that admission year and the following year. The score will be invalid if the candidates use it for admissions after two years. If the candidates wish to apply for admissions after two years, then they will be required to retake the entrance examination. Requests for extension of the score validity will not be entertained by the authorities. Therefore, the candidates are advised to immediately apply for admissions after they receive their scores.
Appearing for the second or third test is optional and entirely up to the applicants. Candidates can register for a single test or up to a maximum of three tests in one academic year by appropriately filling out the application form.
The application must be submitted online through the official NATA portal at nata.in. Candidates need to visit the portal, generate a username and password by entering the required details, and then click on the "ONLINE APPLICATION NATA-2025" link. This will direct them to the NATA 2025 application form, which is different subsections.
The application process consists of three main steps:
- Filling in Personal Details
- Uploading Required Documents
- Payment of Fees
After completing the personal details section, candidates will proceed to document upload. Once the documents are successfully uploaded, the system will prompt for fee payment. Upon successful payment, candidates must download and print the Confirmation Page for their records. There is no need to send any physical documents by post.
NATA 2025 Application Form: Image uploading
All candidates are required to upload the following images:
1. Recent Passport-size Photograph in Colour with both ears visible and front view only -jpg/ jpeg format.
2. Candidate Signature-jpg/ jpeg format.
The Photograph/ Signature should be as per below:
| Document | Storage Size | Image Dimension |
| Photograph | 4 KB - 100 KB | Height - 4.5 cm Width - 3.5 cm |
| Signature | 1 KB - 30 KB | Height - 1.5 cm Width - 3.5 cm |
Application Fee Details for NATA 2025
Application Fee (in ₹)
| Category | Per Test Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC (NCL) | 1750 |
| SC/ST/EWS | 1250 |
| PwD | 1000 |
| Transgender | 1250 |
| Outside India | 15000 |
The NATA application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates initially opting for one or two tests can later apply for an additional test, with a maximum limit of three attempts. Multiple applications submitted by the same candidate with altered credentials will be rejected without a refund. The Council reserves the right to take legal action against such candidates.Upon successfully uploading personal details and required documents, candidates will be directed to the payment page with available payment options.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
Firstly, check the NATA official website for their exam pattern. Understand their exam patterna and syllabus.
Prepare for the syllabus and match the common subject with your academics so that you can work more hard on them.
Check the eligibility for 10+2 for NATA so that you not get problem after 12
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 5 days ago
After completing the application submission process, candidates will have to make the payment of the prescribed NATA application fee for enrollment in BArch course at JNTUK. The application fee can be paid using Netbanking / Credit Cards / ICICI Isure Bank Challan.
Particulars | Fee of one test | Fee for two tests | Fee for three tests |
|---|---|---|---|
General/OBC Male Candidates | INR 1,750 | INR 3,250 | INR 4,500 |
General/OBC Female Candidates | INR 1,250 | INR 2,250 | INR 3,000 |
SC/ST/EWS/PwD Male Candidates | INR 1,250 | INR 2,250 | INR 3,000 |
SC/ST/EWS/PwD Female Candidates | INR 1,000 | INR 1,750 | INR 2,500 |
Transgender Candidates | INR 1,000 | INR 1,500 | INR 2,000 |
Outside India | INR 10,000 | INR 18,000 | INR 25,000 |
Note: Candidates need to download t
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
The authorities have not yet announced the NATA 2025 application form last date for the additional exam dates. The candidates will be required to fill out and submit the NATA application form on or before the final date. The authorities will not entertain any requests of application after the final
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
The material on the various pages of the JNTUK official website suggests that the institution may accept the NATA/EAMCET score for admission to BArch programmes. It is a given that the institution will accept the entrance exam results for admission to BArch programmes. Although the official website
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, candidates without a valid NATA score are also eligible to apply for BArch course of NICMAR University. These aspirants can apply with a valid score of JEE Main paper - 2 score. Apart from this, the student should have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised board with at le
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Qualifying NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) is mandatory to be eligible for B.Arch. Also students must have a minimum aggregate of 50% in their class 10+2 with subjects physics, chemistry and mathematics.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Candidates seeking admission to the BArch course at Pillai HOC College of Architecture can gain entry without a NATA score. If they do not have a valid NATA score, they must have a valid score from JEE - Paper 2 instead to be eligible for admission. Apart from this, candidates must meet the last eli
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
The table below shows the top Architecture colleges accepting NATA scores in India along with their tuition fees:
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| IIT Roorkee | INR 10 lakh |
| IIEST Shibpur | INR 6 lakh |
| CEPT University | INR 17 lakh |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | INR 81,000 |
| VNIT Nagpur | INR 6 lakh |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The scholarship is awarded based on NATA or JEE (Main) scores and is renewed annually, provided students need to maintain minimum CGPA of 7.5 in their regular semester exams without any backlogs, drops or failed grades. If a student fails to meet these requirements the scholarship may be discontinue
Beginner-Level 3
Answered a week ago
Yes, Nata is compulsory to get a scholarship for the B.Arch programme at Chandigarh University. The university offers scholarships for B.Arch students based on their performance in NATA or JEE (Main) Paper-II scores. Higher scores in these exams can help students to secure a scholarships of upto 40%
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Contributor-Level 7
According to the eligibility criteria of NATA, it is essential for all candidates to have studied and passed Mathematics as a compulsory subject in the 12th standard or equivalent qualifying examination. If the candidates have not studied Mathematics as a compulsory subject, then they will not be considered eligible for NATA. Therefore, the candidates are advised to carefully check the official NATA eligibility criteria before applying for NATA. Ineligible candidates will not be allowed to participate in the examination process.