NATA Exam Pattern 2025: Check Pattern, Marking Scheme & Test Duration

National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2025 ( NATA )

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NATA 2025 exam pattern is now available online at nata.in. Candidates are advised to check the NATA exam pattern 2025 to understand how the entrance examination is conducted by the authorities. As per the NATA exam pattern, the entrance examination will be held online i.e., as a computer-based and offline test. The candidates will be given 3 hours to complete the entrance examination. NATA 2025 will have two sections in the examination - Drawing and Composition Test and MCQ section. Candidates are advised to check the NATA 2025 exam pattern to be well-prepared for the entrance examination. Read to know more about NATA Exam Pattern 2025.

Q:   Will there be a drawing section in NATA 2025 paper?

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Yes. The CoA has added the drawing and composition section in the NATA paper. During the examination, the candidates will have to attempt questions on composition and colour, sketching and composition (black and white) and 3D composition. All three questions have to attempted within 90 minutes. Therefore, the candidates are advised to carefully prepare for the drawing and composition section.

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Q:   What is the marking scheme of NATA 2025?

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CoA will release the official marking scheme of NATA 2025. The allotted marks vary as per the type of question. NATA 2025 question paper will consist of 48 questions that has to be answered in 180 minutes. It is to be noted that there will be no negative marking. The total marks of NATA 2025 question paper is 200. The exact marks of every question can be checked during the NATA 2025. Since there is no negative marking, the candidates are advised to attempt as many questions as they can to score well.  

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Q:   What is the medium of NATA 2025 paper?

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As per the NATA 2025 exam pattern, the medium of the question paper will be English and Hindilanguage. The candidates will be able to know the detailed information regarding the medium of languages through the NATA 2025 question paper. In case, the candidates face any problems during the examination, they can request for help from the invigilators. 

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NATA 2025 Exam Pattern

Candidates can check the NATA 2025 exam pattern from the table given below.

Particulars Details
Exam Mode Computer-Based and Offline Test
Duration

3 Hours

Part A - Drawing and Composition Test - 90 Minutes

Part B - MCQs - 90 Minutes

Medium  English and Hindi
Section

Part A - Drawing and Composition Test

Part B - MCQs 

Total Number of Questions 48 Questions
Division of Questions

Part A - Drawing and Composition Test

  • A1 - 1 Question - Composition and Colour
  • A2 - 1 Question - Sketching and Composition (Black and White)
  • A3 - 1 Question - 3D Composition

Part B - MCQs 

  • B1 - 30 Questions
  • B2 - 15 Questions
Total Marks 200
Marking Scheme

Part A - Drawing and Composition Test

  • A1 - 1 Question - Composition and Colour - 25 marks
  • A2 - 1 Question - Sketching and Composition (Black and White) - 25 marks
  • A3 - 1 Question - 3D Composition - 30 marks

Part B - MCQs 

  • B1 - 30 Questions x 2 marks - 60 marks
  • B2 - 15 Questions x 4 marks - 60 marks

NATA 2025 Exam Pattern - Assessment Factors

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following factors. The questions will also be set by the authorities keeping in mind these factors.

  • Inductive Reasoning - Candidates will be tested on their ability to analyze data and patterns.
  • Diagrammatic Reasoning - Candidates will be tested on their ability to analyze drawings and use logical reasoning.
  • Numerical Reasoning - Candidates will be tested on their ability to solve simple numerical problems
  • Verbal Reasoning - Candidates will be assessed on their verbal logic.
  • Situational Judgment - Candidates will be tested on their problem-solving abilities.
  • Abstract Reasoning - Candidates will be tested on their general knowledge and their ability to apply it in situations.
  • Logical Reasoning - Candidates will be assessed on their ability to recognize patterns, relationships, sequences and more.

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