NATA Exam Pattern was released by the Council of Architecture on their official website - nata.in. NATA 2025 entrance exam will be conducted between March 01, 2025 to June, 2025.

• NATA 2025 examination is computer-based and the exam duration is 3 Hours.
• There will be a total of 125 questions, divided into the following categories: multiple-choice, multiple-select type (MSQ), preferential choice type (PCQ), numerical answer (NAQ), and match the following MFQ).
• NATA 2025 Syllabus consists of General Aptitude, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, drawing, aesthetic sensitivity, color theory, geometry, language and interpretation, elements and principles of design.
• NATA 2025 mode of examination will be English language.
• The exam timing of the NATA Test 4 will be conducted in Session 1 – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
• Candidates who want to appear for the entrance exam can visit the official website to fill out the NATA Application Form

NATA 2025: Detailed Information

The official NATA test pattern 2025 states that the candidate's aptitude will be evaluated using some or all of the following methods:

• Diagrammatic Reasoning - Examines logical reasoning skills using scenarios and diagrams.
• Numerical Reasoning - Uses straightforward puzzles to gauge mathematical prowess.
• Verbal Reasoning - Examines one's capacity to evaluate verbal reasoning.
• Inductive reasoning - Assesses the capacity for pattern recognition and data analysis.
• Situational judgment tests your capacity for problem-solving.
• Logical Reasoning - Examines the capacity to spot patterns, sequences, or connections between different types of imagery.
• Abstract reasoning: This test evaluates general knowledge and the capacity to apply knowledge to novel circumstances.

NATA 2025 Exam Timings

The details of the NATA 2025 exam timings are given below: -

NATA 2025 Tie-Breaking Criteria

The NATA 2025 merit list is created by the Council of Architecture using the students' admission exam scores. When multiple students earn the same score, the tie-breaking factors are taken into account. The following are the NATA's tie-breaking standards in that case, listed in order of preference.

• Candidates are given preference based on their performance in the mathematics part.
• First consideration is given to the candidate who scored relatively lower on the mathematics test.
• First consideration is given to the applicant who scored higher on the aptitude test.
• The applicant who performed better on the aptitude test receives preference.
• A candidate who is older relative to their age is preferred.

Guidelines for the NATA 2025 Examination

On exam day, candidates must adhere to specific rules. These instructions are printed on the candidate's admit cards, which they must bring to the NATA Exam Center. The NATA 2025 exam day guidelines are listed below in significant sections.

• The NATA 2025 exam will be given as a computer-based test online.
• After 10:00 AM, no applicants will be permitted to enter the exam room. To complete the pre-exam verification process, they must arrive at the exam site at least 60 minutes before the exam.
• For the exam, candidates are only allowed to bring a pen. Mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, smart watches, palm tops, and other electronic devices are not permitted in the exam room.
• Candidates must have their NATA 2025 admissions cards as well as legitimate photo IDs bearing their names, dates of birth, and pictures. They are permitted to carry photo IDs such as a driver's license, passport, PAN card, and voter ID.
• Rough sheets will be provided by the organization for rough work.
• The exam room will not tolerate any dishonest behaviour from the candidates. If any of the candidates cause a disturbance by talking, acting as another candidate's replacement for the exam, or damaging the exam facilities.

NATA 2025 Section-wise Preparation

The admission exam consists of essentially two components. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) that must be completed online are included in Part A's maths and aptitude sections. While you must use an A4-sized sheet for Part B's drawing-based test. The absence of negative marking is the best feature of NATA. As a result, you can answer any question without worrying about losing marks.

Part A of NATA 2025

Aptitude: You should keep your general knowledge current and be knowledgeable about a variety of subjects, including 2D and 3D objects and their plans and elevations, building materials and terminology, common architectural terminology, important Indian and international architects, speed, distance, and time, area, volume, mirror images, and common math questions.

Maths: Reading through CBSE textbooks is advised for maths practice. If you have thoroughly studied your CBSE Maths books, the math component of the exam is often simple and you have a good chance of doing well.

Part B of NATA 2025

Drawing: You have 90 minutes to complete two drawing questions on this exam. The criteria below are used to assess you:

• Using day-to-day experiences
• knowledge of balance and scale
• Utilizing specific hues in a given ratio to create visual harmony
• Making a compelling 2-D composition utilizing the shapes and forms provided
• combining and constructing specific 3-D pieces to create a structure or building