NATA Exam Pattern 2023

Summary: Last year, the Council of Architecture has changed the pattern of the NATA. The new pattern will be applicable for the National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2023.

The Council of Architecture will soon publish the exam pattern for NATA 2023 on the official notification. Last year, the exam pattern was revised, and the entrance exam was conducted in computer-based test mode.

This year, it is expected that the authorities will follow the same pattern for the National Aptitude Test in Architecture. The paper pattern depicts the structure of the question paper, number of questions, total marks, marking scheme, etc.

The key highlights of the NATA Exam Pattern 2022 are as follows:

• As per the new pattern, there will be only one section in the exam, which means the questions are asked only from the aptitude section.
• The drawing section has been removed from the paper for the 2022 exam.
• The question paper will have multiple-choice questions (MCQs), multiple select type questions (MSQs), preferential choice type questions (PCQs), and the numerical answer type questions (NAQs).
• There will be a total of 125 questions for 200 marks.
• There is no negative marking in NATA 2022.
• The exam is conducted only in the English language.

Let's dive into the post to know the detailed pattern for the NATA Entrance Exam 2023.

NATA 2022 Exam Pattern Highlights

This year, only the Aptitude Test will comprise questions like MCQ, MSQ, PCQ, and NAQ type. Considering the new NATA Paper Pattern, the exam will be conducted online. 

Check out the table below to know the detailed paper pattern for the National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2022.

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Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test
Duration	3 Hours
Medium	English
Section	Aptitude
Total Number of Questions	125 Questions
Type of Questions	Multiple-Choice type (MCQ); Multiple Select type questions (MSQ); Preferential Choice type (PCQ); Numerical Answer type (NAQ)
Total Marks	200
Negative Marking	No
Marking Scheme	The questions will be of 1 or 2 or 3 marks

NATA Marking Scheme 2023

To understand the marking scheme, you must be aware of the type of questions and their weightage.

The NATA Question Paper consists of 1 mark, 2 marks, and 3-marks questions. However, the Council of Architecture did not specify the number of questions under each mark slab. 

The question paper will have a total of 125 questions for 200 marks. As per the NATA Exam Pattern 2022, no marks will be deducted for wrongly answered questions.

NATA 2023 Exam pattern - Assessment factors

In the NATA aptitude test, you will be assessed on your general knowledge, mathematics, and drawing.

As per the Syllabus for NATA 2022, you will be tested on the following topics.

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 evaluate verbal logic
Inductive Reasoning	Tests the ability to see patterns and analyze 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 utilize knowledge in new situations.

"The question paper will have a total of 125 questions for 200 marks. As per the NATA Exam Pattern 2022, no marks will be deducted for wrongly answered questions."

NATA Exam Pattern 2023 - Tie-breaking Procedure

If you and other students have scored the same marks in NATA Entrance Exam 2022, then the board will decide on whom to consider for admission based on the below-mentioned criteria:

• Authorities will consider the highest marks in mathematics.
• The exam conducting body will consider the one with fewer wrong answers in the mathematics section.
• If the tie still exists, the highest marks in the Aptitude Test will be taken into consideration.
• The one with fewer wrong answers in the Aptitude Test will be considered.
• Those who have an earlier date of birth will be given first preference.

Read more: Short tricks to crack the NATA exam on the first attempt

NATA Exam Pattern 2023: Scores Validity

In the aptitude test, you will be allotted marks based on the number of correct answers.

As per the NATA Exam Pattern, the score will be valid only for admission in session 2022.

Read more: Best study timetable for NATA exam

Is NATA Exam Easy to Crack on the First Attempt?

Since NATA is considered to be one of the toughest architecture entrance exams in India, most of you might be wondering about how to crack the exam on the first attempt.

Though the NATA is tougher than JEE, you can easily get admission to one of the top colleges if you are master your aptitude skills and free-hand sketching.

Try to solve as many NATA aptitude questions as possible to enhance your aptitude skills. According to the NATA Exam Pattern 2022, there will be questions only based on general aptitude and there is no negative marking in the exam.

Hence, it is a good opportunity for all of you to attempt the maximum number of questions, as there is no negative marking.

Though the NATA is tougher than JEE, you can easily get admission to one of the top colleges if you are master your aptitude skills and free-hand sketching.