National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a national level architecture exam. NATA is conducted by National Institute of Advanced Studies in Architecture (NIASA).

NATA Application Form :
Hey , application filling process for NATA 2016 is over now .

Exam form generally provided in January month every year .

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must pass in SSC (10th) or equivalent exam .

Applicants must complete with HSC Exam or its equivalent exam.

Applicant must secure a minimum of 50% aggregate marks .

Candidates who have done 10+3 diploma (any stream) from Central/ State Government with an aggregate of 50% can apply for the examination.

NATA Syllabus

Drawing Test

Candidates will have to attempt 3 questions.

The drawing aptitude is judged on the following aspects –

Ability to sketch a given object proportionately and rendering the same in visually appealing manner.

Visualizing and drawing the effects of light on the object and shadows cast on surroundings
Sense of perspective drawing.

Combining and composing given three dimensional elements to form a building or structural form.

Creating interesting two dimensional compositions using given shapes and forms.

Creating visual harmony using colors in given composition.
Understanding of scale and proportions.

Drawing from memory through pencil sketch on themes from day to day experiences.

Aesthetic Sensitivity Test:

This is computer based test of one hour where you will have to answer 40 multiple choice questions.

The aesthetic sensitivity test measures perception, imagination and observation, creativity and communication along with architectural awareness and comprises of –

Visualizing three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings.

Visualizing different sides of three dimensional objects.

Identifying commonly used materials and objects based on their textural qualities.

Analytical reasoning.
Mental Ability.

Imaginative comprehension and expression.
Architectural awareness.