NATA 2026 Question Papers: Download PDF Here

Updated on Nov 18, 2025 17:49 IST

NATA 2026 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 2026 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 2026 was being conducted every Saturdays and Sundays from April 6, 2026 onwards. Candidates will be able to attempt a maximum of three sessions of NATA 2026. Read to know more about NATA 2026 Question Papers.

Q: Will there be a drawing section in NATA paper?

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.

Q: What are the NATA 2026 assessment factors?

Candidates will be checked on various factors during NATA 2026. Authorities will prepare NATA 2026 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 recognise patterns, relationships, sequences and more).

Q: What is the medium of NATA paper?

As per NATA exam pattern, medium of the question paper will be English and Hindi. The candidates will be able to know detailed information regarding the medium of languages through the NATA 2025 question paper. In case candidates face any problems during examination, they can request help from the invigilators.

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NATA 2026 Exam Pattern
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NATA 2026 Exam Pattern

Candidates can check the official exam pattern of NATA 2026 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

Commonly asked questions

Q: Will NATA be held online?

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.

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

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.

Highlights of NATA Question Papers

Candidates will be able to check NATA question papers to know commonly asked questions that candidates will have to answer in examination.
Using NATA question papers, candidates will be able to prepare well for 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.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Will CoA release the NATA question papers?

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

Q: How is the NATA question paper prepared?

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

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