Do I need to study the entire NATA syllabus?

Yes. Candidates are advised to study the entire NATA syllabus. By studying entire NATA syllabus, candidates will have a higher chance of performing well and securing good scores in entrance examination. The candidates are advised to check official syllabus to know which topics and units have to be studied to prepare for the upcoming entrance examination. Since objective of the entrance examination is to assess the candidate's aptitude, they are advised to be well prepared accordingly for the examination.

Is NATA syllabus important for the examination preparation?

Yes. NATA syllabus is very important for the examination preparation as it will allow the candidates to have a first-hand experience to know which topics and units have to studied. By knowing the syllabus beforehand, the candidates will be able to take the necessary measures that are required to complete it well before the entrance examination. Ideally, the candidates are expected to finish studying and revising the NATA syllabus before the examination.

Are Mathematics and Drawing included in the NATA syllabus?

While Mathematics is not included in the NATA syllabus, CoA has reintroduced the Drawing section. As per the current pattern of NATA, the examination will consist of two sections - Drawing and Composition and MCQ sections. Candidates are advised to be well prepared as per their syllabus for the examination.

What is the syllabus for NATA exam?

NATA syllabus has been released online at nata.in. The candidates are advised to check the official NATA syllabus to understand what needs to be studied for the entrance examination. The topics to be studied are - Composition and Colour, Sketching and Composition (Black and White), 3D Composition, Visual Reasoning, Logical Derivation, GK Architecture and Design, Language Interpretation, Design Sensitivity, Design Thinking and Numerical Ability.

What is the objective of NATA?

CoA conducts NATA annually to select candidats who are eligible for BArch admission into the participating institutes. Through the examination, the candidate's innate ability will be assessed using a variety of testing formats and questions. NATA will also help to measure the candidate's aptitude for a specific field of study i.e., Architecture, through assessment of cognitive skills, visual perception and aesthetic sensitivity tests, logical reasoning and critical thinking ability, etc., besides the learning that the candidate has acquired over the past few years and is related to the specific field of study.

Where can I access the NATA exam pattern?

CoA will release the NATA exam pattern online at nata.in. The details regarding the NATA exam pattern are available along with the official information brochure. Candidates can check the details on how the entrance examination will be held through the exam pattern of NATA. During the preparation period, the candidates are advised to become familiar with how the entrance examination will be held. NATA will be held as a computer-based and offline test.

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.

NATA Syllabus 2026: Check Revised NATA Syllabus, Topics

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Updated on Nov 22, 2025 16:55 IST

By Dhanya B

NATA 2026 syllabus will be released online by the authorities of the Council of Architecture (CoA). Through the NATA syllabus 2026, the candidates can check the detailed information about the subjects, topics and units that have to be studied for the entrance examination. Candidates are advised to check the Architecture NATA syllabus carefully so that they are well-prepared for the entrance examination. It is to be noted that the syllabus will focus on assessing the candidates on their aptitude and drawing skills, so they will have to prepare accordingly for NATA 2026. Along with the syllabus, the official NATA 2026 exam pattern also has to be checked for preparation. Read to know more about the NATA Syllabus.

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