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National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2025 ( NATA )

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Dhanya B
Updated on Nov 7, 2024 15:52 IST

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NATA 2025 question papers are expected to be released by the authorities of The Council of Architecture (CoA). The candidates will be able to access the NATA question paper 2025 online at nata.in, if released. Through the NATA question papers, the candidates will be able to check the important details of the exam pattern, type of questions, subject weightage and more. The candidates will also be able to learn more about the entrance examination and have higher chances of performing well using the question papers of NATA. Candidates can also use the NATA question papers to track their preparation process and time management skills. NATA 2025 was being conducted every Saturdays and Sundays from April 6, 2025 onwards. Candidates will be able to attempt a maximum of three sessions of NATA 2025. Read to know more about NATA 2025 Question Papers.

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 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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Q:   What are the NATA 2025 assessment factors?

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Candidates will be assessed on various factors during NATA 2025. The authorities will prepare the NATA 2025 question paper after considering various assessement factors - Inductive Reasoning (ability to analyze data and patterns), Diagrammatic Reasoning (ability to analyze drawings and use logical reasoning), Numerical Reasoning (ability to solve simple numerical problems), Verbal Reasoning (verbal logic), Situational Judgment (problem-solving abilities), Abstract Reasoning (general knowledge and their ability to apply it in situations) and Logical Reasoning (ability to recognize patterns, relationships, sequences and more).

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  • NATA 2025 Exam Pattern
  • Highlights of NATA Question Papers
  • NATA Preparation Guides
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NATA 2025 Exam Pattern

Candidates can check the official exam pattern of NATA 2025 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
 
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Commonly asked questions

Q:   Will NATA be held online?

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NATA will be conducted by the authorities as an online  i.e., computer-based and offline test. The MCQ section will be held as a computer-based test, while the drawing and composition test will be held as an offline test. CoA will conduct NATA at various centres. All registered candidates will have to report to their allotted centres and attempt the examination through the systems provided there. The detailed information regarding NATA exam pattern has been announced online.

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Q:   What type of questions will be present in the NATA paper?

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NATA paper will be prepared to assess the aptitude of the candidates for BArch admissions. Within the 3 hour duration, the candidates will have to attempt a total of 48 questions. NATA questions will be Multiple-Choice type (MCQ), Drawing and Composition. The question paper will be prepared so that the candidates can be assessed on basic concepts in mathematics, Physics and Geometry, language and interpretation, elements and principles of design, aesthetic sensitivity, colour theory, lateral thinking and logical reasoning, visual perception and cognition, graphics and imagery, building anatomy and architectural vocabulary, basic techniques of building construction and knowledge of material, general knowledge and Current Affairs etc. and may not be limited to those outlined.

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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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Highlights of NATA Question Papers

  • Candidates will be able to check the NATA question papers to know the commonly asked questions that the candidates will have to answer in the examination.
  • Using the NATA question papers, the candidates will be able to prepare well for the examination. 
  • Through the question papers, the candidates will be able to know the pattern of NATA 2024.
  • Previous year question papers can be used as sample papers to prepare for the exam.
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Commonly asked questions

Q:   How is the NATA question paper prepared?

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NATA question paper is prepared by the authorities after referring to the official syllabus. The authorities prepare the NATA question paper to assess the candidates on their aptitude and reasoning skills. Candidates are advised to check and refer to the syllabus carefully to be well prepared for the questions prepared by the candidates for the entrance examination. NATA question paper will consist of various types of questions such as Multiple-Choice type (MCQ), Multiple Select type (MSQ), Preferential Choice type (PCQ) and Numerical Answer type (NAQ). 

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Q:   What is the importance of the previous NATA question papers?

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Through the NATA question papers, the candidates will be able to review the questions and check the correct answers. This will allow the candidates to assess the questions and calculate their probable scores that they have secured in the entrance examination. Students who are preparing for the upcoming entrance examination can also use the previous year papers to boost their preparation and understand how the examination will be held by the authorities.

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Q:   Will CoA release the NATA question papers?

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CoA has not yet released the official NATA question papers. However, if released, the candidates will be able to access the NATA question papers here. The questions asked in the examination can be checked by the candidates to review their answers. NATA question papers will be prepared by the authorities and will be based on the official syllabus. Through the question paper of NATA, the candidates will be assessed on their aptitude and reasoning skills. 

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Answered 6 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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Ajitesh AJ

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a week 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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Rachit Kumar

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week 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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Tanisha Pandey

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week 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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Atul Pruthi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week 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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Mohit Sharma

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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Surbhi Singla

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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Taru Shukla

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 CollegesTuition Fee
IIT RoorkeeINR 10 lakh
IIEST ShibpurINR 6 lakh
CEPT UniversityINR 17 lakh
Jamia Millia IslamiaINR 81,000
VNIT NagpurINR 6 lakh

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Candidates may take the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) up to three times in a single academic year because it is administered several times a year. For the final outcome, the best score from these efforts is taken into account. 

Maximum Age:

The age limit to take the NATA exam is not sp

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VNS Nitin

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a month ago

Yes, NATA is one of the accepting exams for admission to Sister Nivedita University BArch programme. Aspirants can also apply with SNUET scores for BArch. SNUET is an online multiple choice test conducted by the university. Aspirants have to fill out the university application form to appear for SNU

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Nishtha Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

526 Institutes accepting NATA

CEPT University

University Area, Ahmedabad Private

CEPT Unive
  • 19.98 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time
  • 6.25 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time

Jamia Millia Islamia

Jamia Nagar, Delhi Public

Jamia Mill
  • 80,750
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time
  • 6.25 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time

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