NATA 2020 Topper Interview: Know how Pramitha S S scored 182.5 marks
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Shiksha spoke to Pramitha S S is a NATA 2020 Topper with 182.5 marks. Read below to know her success story and NATA 2020 overall preparation.
Pramitha S S has scored 182.5 in NATA 2020 that helped her to be among one of all India toppers of (NATA) 2020 entrance examination. She focussed on her preparation for the entrance test after class 12 board exams. By attempting mock tests on a regular basis, she came to know her preparation levels and weak areas for improvement.
Shiksha.com got an exclusive interview today where she explained about the preparation strategy she followed for NATA 2020 and also her plans for higher studies. Excerpts:
Q. What was your preparation strategy to get good marks in NATA 2020?
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A. I started my preparation after class 12. I prepared well for class 12 board exams that helped me in getting good marks. I also appeared for mock tests prepared by D Q Labs regularly to assess my preparation. I revised almost every topic during my preparation.
Q. How much you used to study daily? How did you keep yourself fit during the studies?
A. My board exams were over in March 2020. After boards, I started preparing for the NATA 2020. In December and January, I took drawing classes for NATA but not for any other subject. I focussed on the aptitude section as well. I focussed on questions related to buildings and architecture.
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To make myself stress-free, I used to draw and attended dance classes.
Q. How did your parents help in the NATA 2020 preparation?
A. My parents used to help me a lot in my preparation. They never let me stressed about the marks or preparation. My father helped me in getting latest information about buildings and architecture.
Q. What will be your preferred institute after qualifying NATA 2020?
A. I have applied for TNEA and COMEDK counselling. I will try to choose the best college as per my score. I am also thinking to pursue a course from Anna University.
Q. After BArch what are your plans means a job or higher education?
A. I want to do masters in architecture or design but I haven't decided yet. I will choose it after completing my course.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
The format of NATA test is given below:
Part 1:Drawing and Composition Test (Duration: 90 minutes, Maximum marks: 80)
A1: Composition and Colour
A2: Sketching and Composition
A3: 3D composition
Part 2: Computer based Adaptive Test (Duration: 90 Minutes, Maximum marks: 120 marks)
B1:42 MCQs
B2: 8 NCQ
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Applicants have to pay a fee for submitting NATA application form. Fee for NATA application form is INR 1750 for General/OBC category, INR 1250 for SC.ST/PwD category students, and INR 1000 for transgender students.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
It is compulsory to get a valid NATA score to get admission in B.Arch in BMS School of Architecture. The test has two parts as follows:
Section | Components |
Part 1:Drawing and Composition Test (offline) Duration: 90 minutes Maximum marks: 80 | A1: Composition and Colour A2: Sketching and Composition A3: 3D composition |
Part 2: Computer based Adaptive Test Duration: 90 Minutes Maximum marks: 120 marks | B1:42 MCQs B2: 8 NCQ |
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Aspirants need to have NATA score for admission in BArch programme of MET's School of Architecture and Interior Design. The seats are allotted to aspirants based on their NATA scores via DTE CAP, Maharashtra.
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Answered 2 months ago
Yes, students can get admission in SPA Delhi without NATA. Students with a score in the JEE Main Paper II are also eligible for BArch admissions. For other programmes, scores of exams, such as GATE, UCEED are also accepted.
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All the candidates who have registered and booked the slot will receive the admit card. NATA 2026 admit card will be available online at nata.in. Registered candidates will be able to download the admit card by logging into their account 2-3 days before the selected exam slot.
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The last date to apply for NATA 2026 will be in August 2026. The registration for NATA 2026 will begins. The application form released on March 9, 2026.
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The last date to apply for NATA 2026 will be in August. The NATA application form was released on March 9, 2026.
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No common counselling will be conducted for NATA 2026 qualified candidates. Counselling will be conducted by the individual colleges based on the NATA score. Therefore, candidates can apply to any architecture college with NATA result.
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NATA 2026 exam will be conducted multiple times in a year. The exam date of the NATA exam are from April to August 2026. The exam will be conducted on Friday and Saturday throughout the month.
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What is the format of NATA for BArch admission BMS School of Architecture?