Common Aptitude Test For Architecture

Is there any Common Aptitude Test available to get admission in Architecture program if yes will you please get the information about the exam?

[Pathak]

Yes buddy National Aptitude Test in Architecture is the exam will help you to get admission in Architecture program for that I will get the information so that you can have idea about it.

Here is the eligibility criteria
The minimum academic qualification for admission through NATA is a pass in the final examination of 10+2 (Class XII) or its equivalent. Those appearing in 10+2 (Class XII) or equivalent examination may also appear in NATA Aptitude Test.

For B. Arch or B. Planning one needs to have mathematics as compulsory subject with at least 50 % marks in aggregate at 10+2 level.

Here is the syllabus of the exam
Section-A
Design and drawing of geometrical or abstract shapes and patterns in pencil, Architectural Awareness, architectural terminology, Identifying commonly used materials and objects based on their textural qualities and color. Historical and contemporary buildings of Architectural importance, Architects and their Works, Awareness of persons, places, buildings etc. of Architectural importance.

Section- B
Aesthetic, Sensitivity and Drawing Skills, Analytical reasoning Mental ability, Elements of Design: Lines, Form, Mass, Solid etc, Generation of plan, elevations and 3D views of objects. Creating two dimensional and three dimensional compositions using given shapes and forms, Development of 3 Dimensional objects from two-dimensional shapes Or vice versa, Visualizing different sides of Three Dimensional objects, theory of colors, Principle of Design, Harmony, Balance, etc.

Section- C
Scale and proportion, Freehand sketching of objects and Activities commonly seen in the rural or urban/suburban context such as Furniture, Machine, landscape, Buildings, kitchens, Playground, Markets, Railway Platform, Bus Stop, Exhibitions etc, Enlargement & Reduction of Drawings, Mirror image etc.

Here is the exam pattern
National Aptitude Test in Architecture is a two-part test including

A paper-based on drawing test of two hours of duration
A computer-based online aesthetic sensitivity test of one hour duration.

Exam fee
The payment of NATA fees of Rs. 1,250 (plus processing charges) using netbanking / credit cards / ICICI isure bank challan.Download the pre-filled registration form and procure the necessary registration documents.