NATA Syllabus 2027: Subject-Wise Topics for Maths, Aptitude & Drawing

The NATA syllabus for 2027 (set by the Council of Architecture) covers three areas:

• Mathematics (Class 11-12 level)
• General Aptitude (logical & visual reasoning, architectural awareness, language, design sensitivity), and
• Drawing & Composition.

The exam has two parts - Part A - Drawing (offline, 3 questions, 80 marks) and Part B - MCQ + NCQ (computer-based, 50 questions, 120 marks), for 53 questions and 200 marks total, with no negative marking.

The exam date and brochure for 2027 are released on nata.in (expected around February-March 2027). Last verified: 6 October 2026.

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Key Highlights - NATA 2027 Syllabus

Particular	Details (2027)
Set by	Council of Architecture (CoA)
Core sections	Mathematics , General Aptitude, and Drawing & Composition
Part A	Drawing & Composition - offline, 90 min, 3 questions, 80 marks
Part B	MCQ + NCQ - computer-based, 90 min, 50 questions, 120 marks
Total	53 questions for 200 marks
Negative marking	None
Maths level	Class 11-12 (algebra, coordinate geometry, calculus, trigonometry)
Drawing	Composition & colour, sketching, 3D composition, perspective, memory drawing
Frequency	Multiple phases per year and best score counts
Official source	nata.in / coa.gov.in

The 2027 syllabus is expected to match 2026; confirm on the official brochure. Last verified: 6 October 2026.

With the understanding of NATA Syllabus 2027, you can also save time by not studying topics that are unimportant for the exam. Read through the post that will give you a complete insight into the subject-wise NATA Syllabus 2027 and the best preparation books. 

NOTE: The video is about NATA 2026 syllabus, but the 2027 syllabus is also expected to remain the same (as predicted by experts based on trends).

NATA 2027 Exam Structure Explained - Part A vs Part B (Official COA Format)

As per the official Council of Architecture NATA syllabus, the exam is divided into two main components to evaluate both creative ability and analytical aptitude. Understanding the NATA exam pattern helps aspirants plan preparation more strategically instead of studying all topics together.

Part	Question	What it tests	Marks
Part A (Drawing, offline, 90 min)	A1 - Composition and Color	Color composition	25
	A2 - Sketching & Composition (Black & White)	Sketching, composition	25
	A3 - 3D Composition	Spatial / 3D imagination	30
Part B (CBT, 90 min)	B1 - 42 MCQs	Aptitude, Maths, reasoning, GK	120*
	B2 - 8 NCQs	Numerical / analytical ability
Total	53 questions	-	200

Source: Council of Architecture (coa.gov.in)

Part B totals 120 marks across its 50 questions (the Council of Architecture assigns 1-3 marks per question by difficulty). There is no negative marking in either part. 

NATA 2027 Syllabus Overview - as per Council of Architecture (COA) 

The NATA Information Brochure released by the Council of Architecture outlines:

• Section-wise NATA exam pattern & syllabus + topic coverage (Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing)
• Skills evaluated in the examination
• Exam pattern, marking scheme and question structure
• Assessment criteria for drawing and aptitude sections
• Admission guidelines and eligibility criteria for NATA

Candidates can download the official NATA brochure and syllabus documents from the official NATA website to verify the most updated syllabus for the 2027 exam cycle.

NATA 2027 Syllabus Part A - Drawing and Composition Section (Creative Evaluation)

Part A evaluates a candidate’s artistic and spatial abilities through structured drawing tasks. The official syllabus mentions that candidates attempt questions such as composition, sketching, and 3D visualization exercises designed to test imagination and visual clarity.

Question Type	What Students May Be Asked To Do
Composition and Color	Create visually balanced compositions using given themes
Sketching Tasks	Draw environments or scenarios with proportion and detailing
3D Composition	Build and illustrate forms using spatial imagination

Preparation focus for Part A should be daily drawing practice, perspective understanding, and visualization exercises.

If your exam is close, our guide on how to prepare for NATA in one month shows how to fit daily drawing practice into a tight timeline.

NATA Syllabus 2027 Part B - MCQ and NCQ Aptitude Section (Analytical Evaluation)

Part B is conducted in a computer-based adaptive format and evaluates logical reasoning, visual analysis, and architectural awareness. The official syllabus highlights areas such as visual reasoning, logical derivation, language interpretation, and design sensitivity.

Question Category	Description
Visual Reasoning	Understanding forms, patterns, and spatial relationships
Logical Derivation	Analytical reasoning and decision-making
Design Sensitivity	Observation of environment, product, and space
Numerical Ability	Geometry-based mathematics used in architecture

Preparation for Part B should include reasoning practice, visual analysis exercises, and basic geometry concepts rather than rote learning.

Once you know what Part B tests, build a method around it with these NATA preparation strategies for reasoning and aptitude.

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Section Wise NATA Syllabus 2027 - General Aptitude

The aptitude test measures your knowledge in:

• Observational skills
• Visual perception
• Aesthetic sensitivity tests
• Logical reasoning
• Critical thinking ability

As per the Council of Architecture, Part B (the computer-based section) has 50 questions carrying 120 marks, made up of:

• 42 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) – B1
• 8 Numerical/Non-Choice Questions (NCQ) – B2

Together with the 3 questions in the Part A drawing test, the NATA exam has 53 questions for a total of 200 marks. There is no negative marking, so attempt every question. You are advised to solve the previous year's question papers for NATA to know the difficulty level and the type of questions asked in the exam.

Let us look at the table below to know the important topics that must be prepared under the general aptitude section of the NATA syllabus.

NATA 2027 Syllabus - Aptitude Core Topics

NATA Syllabus Topics	Detailed Subtopics	Importance Level	Weightage in Part B	Skills Tested
Logical Reasoning	Series completion, analogies, classification, coding-decoding	High	10-12%	Analytical thinking, problem solving
Visual Reasoning	2D-3D transformation, mental rotation, pattern recognition	High	15-20%	Spatial visualization
Numerical & Analytical Ability	Data interpretation, logical deduction, situation analysis	Medium - High	15-17%	Decision-making and reasoning
Architectural Awareness	Famous architects, buildings, architectural terminology	Medium	17-20%	Design awareness
General Awareness	Environment, urban spaces, cultural landmarks	Medium	8-10%	Contextual understanding
Design Sensitivity & Thinking	Observing, recording and analyzing, people, space, product, environment + Visual comparisons & pattern spotting	High	7-10%	Attention to detail
Language Interpretation	Reading comprehension, vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms	Medium	20-22%	Ability to correctly generate meaning of words, sentences, understanding about English grammar.

The weightage percentages above are indicative estimates based on past papers - the Council of Architecture does not publish official section-wise weightage.

Other Topics from NATA Syllabus 2027 (Aptitude)

You can also expect questions from the following topics in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2027. Enhance your preparation levels by following expert preparation tips for NATA.

• Elements and principles of design
• Aesthetic sensitivity
• Colour theory
• 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

Sample Questions from NATA 2027 Syllabus Aptitude Section

Practice more of these with our set of logical reasoning questions for NATA.

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NATA 2027 Syllabus - Mathematics

You should focus more on topics like Coordinate Geometry, Algebra, Permutation and Combination, Statistics and Probability, Matrices, and logarithms from the NATA 2027 syllabus to score good marks in mathematics. 

NATA 2027 Syllabus - Maths Core Topics

Students can refer to the NATA Maths syllabus in the table provided below. This helps aspirants identify exact maths topics to prepare.

Topic Area	Subtopics
Algebra	Linear equations, quadratic equations, AP & GP basics, nth term, sum of series, AM-GM relation, infinite GP concepts
Trigonometry	Trigonometric functions, identities, heights and distances, equations, properties of triangles, inverse trig basics
Logarithms	Log formulas, properties, change of base, simplification techniques
Matrices	Matrix operations, transpose, determinants, inverse, solving linear equations
Coordinate Geometry	Straight lines, circles, distance formula, section formula, slope, straight lines, locus, intersections
3D Coordinate Geometry	Direction ratios/cosines, distance between points, line & plane equations
Mensuration	Area, surface area, volume
Arithmetic	Percentages, ratios, averages
Calculus (Basics)	Limits and differentiation (elementary level), continuity, chain rule, implicit & parametric functions, basic integration
Application of Calculus	Tangents & normals, maxima/minima, motion concepts, area under curves
Permutation & Combination	Basic counting principles, arrangements (nPr, nCr concepts)
Statistics & Probability	Mean, variance, standard deviation, probability rules, Bayes theorem, binomial distribution

A well-structured study plan for NATA is essential to score good marks in the mathematics section.

NATA 2027 Syllabus - Sample Questions for Maths

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Background Science in NATA: Do You Need Physics & Chemistry?

The core NATA syllabus is built on three areas - Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Drawing & Composition. Physics and Chemistry are eligibility subjects you need at the 10+2 level (Physics and Mathematics are compulsory), but they are not separate scoring sections in the NATA exam itself.

There used to be questions from these subjects in earlier papers, but they were completely removed and are not part of the official syllabus anymore.

A basic scientific understanding still helps with a few Part B aptitude questions (for example, everyday science and material/building-construction awareness). If you've studied PCM in school, you're already covered - there's no need to prepare Physics or Chemistry as standalone NATA subjects.

Sample Chemistry Questions from Previous Year Papers:

1. The speed of sound waves is maximum in .

(a) Liquids

(b) Gases

(c) Solids

(d) All of these

2. Which of the following is a physical change?

(a) Oxidation                               

(b) Decomposition

(c) Sublimation                         

(d) Reduction

Sample Physics Questions from Previous Year Papers:

Which of the men from 𝑋, 𝑌, 𝑍 will fall faster to the ground when they are jumping from an airplane, ignoring the air resistance.

To see how these topics actually appear each year, read our NATA exam analysis.

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NATA 2027 Syllabus - Drawing

Following are the important aspects of the NATA Drawing Syllabus 2027.

• Conceptualization and Visualization through structuring objects in memory.
• Understanding of scale and proportion of objects, geometric composition, shape, building forms and elements, aesthetics, colour texture, harmony, and contrary. Drawing of patterns - both geometrical and abstract.
• Form transformations in 2D and 3D like union, subtraction, rotation, surfaces, and volumes.
• Generating plan, elevation, and 3D views of objects. Creating 2D and 3D compositions using given shapes and forms. Perspective drawing, Sketching of urbanscape and landscape, Common day-to-day life objects like furniture, equipment, etc., from memory.

NATA 2027 Drawing Syllabus - Core Topics

Skill Area	Focus Areas
Perspective Drawing	One-point and two-point perspective
Composition	Balance, proportion, spatial planning
Sketching	Freehand drawing, line quality
Visual Imagination	Creative scene generation
Memory Drawing	Observation-based drawing

This is critical for students preparing the drawing section.

NATA 2027 Syllabus - Sample Questions for Drawing

Q.1. Imagine you are riding a cruiser bike, the scene that you see.

Q.2. You are given five bricks, four circular wooden logs, and six balls. Make an interesting stable composition using these elements and show light and shadow in the design.

Q.3. You have been provided with a piece of coloured paper in the shape of red triangles, blue circles, and yellow squares. Make a composition in the given space using a maximum of five pieces.

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NATA Drawing vs Aptitude - Syllabus Comparison

Parameter	Drawing Section	Aptitude + Maths Section
Nature of Questions	Subjective drawing tasks	Objective aptitude questions
Skills Required	Creativity, imagination	Logic, calculation
Preparation Style	Daily sketching practice	Problem-solving drills
Evaluation	Visual and conceptual	Accuracy-based

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Best Books for NATA 2027 Preparation

According to the expert, referring to the right books and thoroughly studying the NATA architecture syllabus will help you understand the concepts in-depth and perform well in the upcoming exam.

See the table below for the best preparation books for NATA 2027.

Book Name	Author Name
A Complete Self-Study Guide for B.Arch Entrance Examination	PK Mishra
NATA (B.Arch) Guide to Bachelor of Architecture Entrance Examination B.Arch Entrance Examination Guide	Surendra Kavimandan
NATA & B.Arch Question Bank	AR. Shadan Usmani

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Conclusion

The NATA 2027 syllabus rewards two very different skills - the analytical precision of Part B and the creative confidence of Part A - so your plan has to train both.

Use this syllabus to work backwards. Identify the high-weightage, low-effort topics (architectural awareness, language, basic reasoning) and bank those marks first, then give daily time to drawing and numerical ability, which only improve with practice.

Because NATA runs in multiple phases and counts your best score, starting early genuinely pays off. Know the syllabus, respect the drawing test, and practice under timed conditions to train for speed - that's how B.Arch aspirants turn this syllabus into a seat.

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