CoA (Council of Architecture)
NATA Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure
Understand the marking scheme, section weights, question distribution and time strategy for National Aptitude Test in Architecture
Exam Pattern at a Glance
Exam Mode
Online (CBT)
Language
English & Hindi
Negative Marking
None
Sections
3
Section-wise Pattern
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks per Q | Total Marks | Time (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 41 | +1.5 | 61.5 | 60 min |
| General Aptitude | 41 | +1.5 | 61.5 | 60 min |
| Drawing | 43 | +1.5 | 64.5 | 60 min |
| Total | 125 | — | 200 | 180 min |
Time is indicative. Candidates can attempt sections in any order in CBT mode.
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+1.5
marks
Wrong Answer
None
marks
Unattempted
0
marks
Marking Scheme
+1.5 for correct, 0 for incorrect
Example Calculation:
If you attempt 75 questions, get 56 correct and 19 wrong:
Score = 56 × 1.5 = 84 marks
Skip questions you're unsure about — negative marking can reduce your score significantly.
Time Management Strategy
You have approximately 86.4 seconds per question on average.
| Phase | Time Budget | Target Questions |
|---|---|---|
| First pass (attempt easy Qs) | 108 min | 88 Qs |
| Second pass (attempt medium) | 54 min | 25 Qs |
| Review & guess | 18 min | Remaining |
Year-wise Pattern Changes
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 125 | 180 min | Current pattern |
| 2024 | 125 | 180 min | No major change |
| 2023 | 125 | 180 min | Section added |
Pattern history is approximate. Always check official notification.
Difficulty Distribution
Approximate question count: ~38 Easy | ~56 Medium | ~31 Hard
Based on difficulty level: moderate. Actual distribution may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Practice NATA?
Now that you know the pattern, test yourself with full-length mock tests, detailed syllabus, and previous year papers.