How to prepare for National Aptitude Test in Architecture

(NATA)
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) measures the drawing and
observation skills, sense of proportion, aesthetic sensitivity and critical thinking
ability which is related to Architecture study.

Who Takes It and Why?

NATA applicants are aspirants for taking admission to First year of undergraduate
course in Architecture (Bachelor of Architecture) in India. NATA scores are used by
admissions authorities of different Government, Govt. Aided & unaided schools /
colleges of Architecture, to provide common measures for comparing the
qualifications of applicants.

Structure of the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA):

* The time period of this test is 3 hours. The exam has 2 parts.

* Paper Based Drawing Test

* Computer Based Online Aesthetic Sensitivity Test

* Negative marking is absent in this exam. The paper carries a total of 200
marks. Those who secure more than 100 marks will get admittance to the institution
of their choice.

Syllabus of the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA):

As mentioned above, the NATA has two parts.

* The first part, Paper Based Drawing Test, has duration of two hours. The paper
will carry 2 questions. These questions will have two sub questions.

* The second part, Computer Based Aesthetic Sensitivity Test, has a time period
of two hours. The paper will have 40 questions with 3-4 options each.

Architecture Aptitude Test Coaching Program from Manipal University:

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Manipal University in its vision to train
the aspiring

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to excel in the Architecture Aptitude Test has developed the online Aptitude Test
Coaching Program. The aim of this online program is to make the training material
accessible to students in different geographic locations and yet provide them with
quality content required to secure admissions in prestigious architecture and
planning programmes throughout India.
ArchStudy Advantages:

* Flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere through internet at your own pace.

* High quality course content in drawing ability as well as aesthetic sensitivity.

* The content is supported with hundreds of graphical illustrations and questions.

* Training by experienced regular faculty of Manipal School of Architecture &

Planning.

* Course material is continuously updated to keep you ahead of your competitors.

Our Course Content:

AESTHETIC SENSITIVITY

1 Architectural Expression

2 Buildings of Architectural Importance Worldwide

3 Architectural Graphic symbols, Textures and Building materials

4 Renowned Architects and Personalities

5 Architectural Awareness

6 Visualization: 3 Dimensional objects from 2 Dimensional Drawings

7 Visualization: Sides of 3 Dimensional Objects

8 Analytical Reasoning and Mental ability

9 Computer Applications in Architecture

DRAWING ABILITY

10 Introduction to Lines

11 Introduction to Basic Shapes

12 Skills on 2 dimensional composition using shapes

13 Use of textures

14 Introduction to effects of Light and Shade on Objects

15 Techniques on Rendering

16 Scales and Proportions

17 Application of Colors
18 Sketching Perspective drawings