National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) 2012
NATA Test shall begin from: 15th March, 2012
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) - 2012
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is being conducted by the Council of Architecture, being the competent & final authority for the purpose of fixing norms and standards for architectural institutions and having the necessary expertise to hold a Common Aptitude Test in Architecture, at national level to provide a single window system for appearing in aptitude test and to facilitate institutions, students and public at large for admission to First year of 5 year B.Arch Degree Course at all recognized Institutions all over country.
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.
NATA 2012 Dates:
Nata Test shall commence from 15th March, 2012 and can be given on any working day till 31st August, 2012 at designated Test Centers. However, some test centers may open late or 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-serve basis.
To register, contact the appropriate Test Center. REGISTER WELL IN ADVANCE TO GET PREFERRED TEST DATE
NATA Eligibility:
Any person having passed SSC (Std X) or equivalent examination can appear for NATA, however, candidates having 50% marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination with mathematics as one of the subject, only are eligible for admission to B.Arch.Course.
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.
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
NATA Test Fees: The NATA Information Brochure (including Registration Form) is available for sale at a price of Rs.1000.00, which includes Nata Test fees, at the designated branches of "Axis Bank" given in the brochure.
Cancellation, Rescheduling the Test Appointment & Refund: Appointment once scheduled cannot be cancelled or rescheduled. There will be no refund of NATA test fees under any conditions.
Register for the NATA:
The Registration Form duly filled in should be submitted to test center where you wish to take the test and seek registration and appointment.
Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Register well in advance to get the candidate's preferred test date.
Registration Process:
Approach the Test Center located at college / school of Architecture at a location convenient to the candidate with the filled up form and the documents listed below.
Documents required for Registration:
i. Std. X or equivalent exam marklist - attested copy
ii. One recent passport size colour photograph, to be pasted on the registration form.
iii. Any valid document of identification bearing photograph and signature of the candidate - attested copy
iv. Valid email address. (In case you do not possess one, we suggest you to open email account on one of the free service providers such as yahoo, hotmail, rediffmail, gmail, etc. PLEASE DO NOT REVEAL YOUR PASSWORD TO ANY ONE.)
Repeating NATA:
NATA can be given as many number of times as desired by the candidate. For every attempt, however, a new form will have to be purchased from the designated branches of the Axis Bank. The mark list will show the average of marks scored by the candidate in his last attempt and his previous valid score.
i. Data on such Tests shows that repeaters on an average show a slight score gain. However, this finding is tempered by the observation that repeaters are typically a self-selected group who believe that repeating the test will increase their scores.
ii. Unless the scores seem unusually low compared to the other indicators of the candidate's ability, taking a NATA again is not likely to result in a substantial score increase. In fact, there is some chance that the candidate's scores may drop.
iii. Do not register for repeat attempt unless you receive score card for previous attempt.
iv. Candidate, while seeking the repeat test appointment must inform the test center of the previous attempts and present copy of previous Appointment voucher/ Score card. If any candidate is found registering afresh despite earlier appearance for NATA, he/ she will forfeit his/her candidature, his/her all previous scores will be cancelled and he/she will be barred from appearing for NATA again.
NATA Test Content:
The test is in two parts. A paper based drawing test for two hours and computer based online aesthetic sensitivity test.
The test measures aptitude of the candidate through two sections - a paper based section for drawing and computer based section for aesthetic sensitivity.
1. Drawing Test:
This is a two hour paper where candidate has to attempt three questions.
The drawing aptitude is 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 surroundings.
iii. Sense of perspective drawing.
iv. Combining and composing given three dimensional elements to form a building or structural form.
v. Creating interesting two dimensional composition using given shapes and forms.
vi. Creating visual harmony using colours in given composition.
vii. Understanding of scale and proportions.
viii. Drawing from memory through pencil sketch on themes from day to day experiences.
2. Aesthetic Sensitivity Test:
This is computer based test where candidate has 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 -
i. Visualising three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings.
ii. Visualising different sides of three dimensional objects.
iii. Identifying commonly used materials and objects based on their textural qualities.
iv. Analytical reasoning.
v. Mental Ability.
vi. Imaginative comprehension and expression.
vii. Architectural awareness.
Scoring Process:
The Answer to each question in the 'drawing' paper will be examined by a panel of three examiners independently and the marks are averaged. It may be further subject to moderation.
During the computer based test, with adaptive testing, an examinee is administered a set of questions with a difficulty level that is specifically designed to match the examinee's ability level. The mathematical process for calculating a score in this situation incorporates the statistical properties of the questions, the examinee's performance on the questions, and the number of questions that are answered.
NO REVALUATION IS POSSIBLE FOR EITHER OF THE TESTS.
Score Card / Mark List:
The score cards will be available on NATA website in e-format. Usually, the score cards will be posted on the website on the fourth working day after the test.
The candidate, after fourth day may check his score directly from website giving his / her candidate ID. However, print out taken by the candidate of such score card will be only for reference and information. Candidate, however, may use print out of this score card while applying for the admission if the admission authority calls for the same. Original score card will be retrieved and verified by the admission authority directly from NATA server. Only the score card stored on NATA server is valid and no print/ hard copy will be considered valid.
NOTE: Occasionally, delays in processing may occur. Some scores will not be available on the dates specified. Please check again. Only if the score card is still not seen after 7 days, we suggest the candidate to follow the process mentioned on the website www.nata.in.
Cumulative Reporting (Score Retention): NATA score reporting is cumulative. Current NATA policy states that the candidate's scores are retained for the two years from the date of last test taken.
Applying to Institutions for Admission:
As per Council of Architecture regulations, a candidate applying to any school / college of architecture in India should have 50% marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination with mathematics as one of the subject and have achieved 40% score in NATA, i.e. at least 80/ 200, for consideration of admission into first year of 5-year B.Arch. Degree Course.
Competent Authority for Admission:
The admissions shall be carried out by the Competent Authority i.e. Government or University, or such Authorities/Institutions Concerned (School/College of Architecture)/ Association or federation of Institutions (Schools/College of Architecture) as approved by the Government/University, based on the marks obtained in NATA and the qualifying examinations in the ratio of 50:50. The reservation policy for admission as applicable from time to time by the Central/State Government shall be followed.
After receiving score card / Mark list and HSC / std XII results, the candidate may apply for admission to any of the participating institutions as per the time schedule specified by the appropriate admission authority, along with all the documents desired by it.
Council of Architecture and NIASA, does not guarantee any admissions and is not involved with the admission procedure. Appearing at a particular center for the test does not imply that the candidate could be given any priority for admission to that institute.
Information for All Candidates:
The candidate must have an acceptable and valid Identification Document, (ID) details of which are mentioned on the receipt cum appointment voucher, with signature, and appointment voucher to be admitted to a Test Center. ID requirements are strictly enforced. It is the candidate’s responsibility to read and understand the instructions and requirements.
REPORT TO THE TEST CENTER AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE SCHEDULED TIME OF TEST.
If the candidate arrives at the Test Center without the required identification:
i. The Test Center in-charge will not admit the candidate
ii. The candidate will not be allowed to take the test
iii. The candidate will forfeit the test fee.
Only mis-spellings of the candidate’s name can be corrected at check-in. NAME CHANGES WILL NOT BE MADE. If the candidate’s name has changed for any reason, including marriage, the candidate still must present primary identification in the name under which he / she made the appointment, or the candidate will not be permitted to test. Marriage certificates and divorce decrees cannot be used to confirm name differences.
If the Test Center in-charge questions the ID proof the candidate presents, the candidate will be required to present additional proof of identity. If positive confirmation cannot be made, the candidate may be refused admission to the Test Center and the candidate will forfeit the test fee paid.
Test Center personnel will check the candidate’s identification before assigning the candidate a seat at the Test Center. The administrator will check to verify that the candidate is the person in his photo identification. The test center in-charge will repeat this procedure before and after all breaks.
Admittance to the Test Center does not imply that the candidate’s form of identification is valid or that the candidate’s scores will be reported. All reported cases of questionable identification are subject to review and approval by the NIASA of Testing Integrity.
NATA 2012 Test Centers:
The Test Center list for NATA 2012 is updated regularly. New Test centers are added in to the list as and when they are activated as per schedules at the respective center. In general, most of the Colleges of Architecture approved by the Council of Architecture gets activated as a Test Center.
NATA 2012 Test Centers
NATA 2012 Registration
Contact Address:
National Institute of Advanced Studies in Architecture,
CDSA, Survey no: 58 & 49/4, Bavdhan Khurd, Paud Road,
(Before Ambrosia Resort; Off Chandni Chowk),
Pune - 411021.
Phone: 020-6573-1088
E-mail: admin.nata@gmail.com
Website: www.nata.in
