NATA

National Aptitude Test in Architecture

The NATA ensures that the eligibility criteria for admission to five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) degree course, as prescribed by the Council of Architecture (CoA) and duly approved by the Central Government.

The NATA will be conducted as a comprehensive computer-based aptitude test. The aptitude of the candidate will be assessed using some or all of the following techniques:
  •  Diagrammatic Reasoning – Tests the ability of logical reasoning, using diagrams and scenarios
  • Numerical Reasoning – Tests mathematical ability through simple problems
  • Verbal Reasoning – Assesses the ability to assess verbal logic.
  • Inductive Reasoning – Tests the ability to see patterns and analyse given data
  • Situational Judgment – Tests problem-solving ability.
  •  Logical Reasoning – Tests ability to recognize patterns, sequences or relationships between shapes and imagery.
  • Abstract Reasoning – Will assess general knowledge, and ability to utilise knowledge
The Test is based on following subjects:
  •  Drawing and visual composition (Marks: 125)
  •  Physics (Marks: 22)
  •  Chemistry (Marks: 22)
  • Mathematics (Marks: 22)
  • General Aptitude (Marks: 52)
  • Total Marks: 200
  • Batches commence from first week of May 2024
  • Duration: May 2024 to December 2025
  • Timings: Daily 3/4 Hours
  • Duration: 2 hrs/Lecture
  • Weekly test: 1
  • Comprehensive tests: 20+
  • Prelim Exam: 2
Subjects : Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Drawing and Visual Composition