About
NATA 2016 (Architecture Entrance)
What Is NATA?
The National Aptitude Test in
Architecture (NATA) measures the aptitude of the applicant for
specific field of study, i.e. Architecture. The test measures
drawing and observation skills, sense of proportion, aesthetic
sensitivity and critical thinking ability, that have been acquired
over a long period of time, and that are related to specific field
of study, i.e. Architecture.
Who should take NATA and
Why?
Prospective applicants desirous of taking
admission to First year of undergraduate course in Architecture
(Bachelor of Architecture) in India take NATA. NATA scores are used
by admissions authorities of different Government, Govt. Aided
& unaided schools / colleges of Architecture, to provide common
measure for comparing the qualifications of applicants for
admission in addition to their scholastic performance in 10+2 or
equivalent examination.
Where to appear for
NATA?
NATA is offered over major part of
admission season at designated Test Centers located at colleges /
schools of architecture in India. Updated list of Test centers is
available at the website http://www.nata.in
Who Accepts It?
All schools / colleges of Architecture, Government, Government
aided, University Departments, private unaided, including colleges
affiliated to self-financed Deemed Universities and Private
Universities, or any department of Architecture within a college,
requires that its applicants take the NATA (Architecture Entrance
Exam).
NATA Syllabus
The Aptitude Test in Architecture shall
consist of 2 papers: (3 hours duration)
PART A : ONLINE
TEST
Test – I
Aesthetic Sensitivity – 100
marks
Duration of test:- 1 Hour
PART
B : PAPER BASED TEST
Test – II
Drawing - 100 marks
Duration of test – Two
hours.
Test- I
Aesthetic Sensitivity is to
evaluate candidate’s perception, imagination and observation;
creativity and communication; and Architectural awareness. The test
shall be of objective type and comprise of topics related
to,
(i) Visualising three dimensional objects
from two dimensional drawings.
(ii) Visualising different sides of three
dimensional object.
(iii) Analytical Reasoning.
(iv) Mental Ability.
(v) Imaginative comprehension and
expression.
(vi) Architectural awareness.
Test- II
The Drawing aptitude of the
candidate shall be judged on the following
aspects:
(i) Ability to sketch a given object
proportionately and rendering the same in visually appealing
manner.
(ii) Visualising and drawing the effects
of light on the object and shadows cast on the
surroundings.
(iii) Sense of perspective
drawing.
(iv) Creating interesting two dimensional
composition using given shapes or forms.
(v) Creating visual harmony using colours
in given composition.
(vi) Understanding of scale and sense of
proportion
(vii) Drawing from memory through pencil
sketch on theme from day to day experiences.
NATA Dates
Detailed Information about
NATA 2016 is available on www.nata.in . Visitors are advised to get
the updated information about NATA 2016 by visiting
www.nata.in.
• NATA can be given on any working day at
designated Test Centers. However, some test centers may stop
conducting tests even before this date. Please check with the
center before you go for registration.
• Appointments are scheduled on a
first-come, first-served basis. To register, contact the
appropriate Test Center.
REGISTER WELL IN ADVANCE TO GET
PREFERRED TEST DATE FOR ARCHITECTURE ENTRANCE
EXAM
