NATA Syllabus:
Outline of Aptitude Test
The
aptitude test of NATA may comprise questions of Multiple-Choice type (MCQ),
Multiple Select type (MSQ), Preferential Choice type (PCQ) and Numerical Answer
type (NAQ) and Match the following type (MFQ)
The
questions will carry 1 mark, 2 marks or 3 marks and 125 questions have to be
answered in 180 minutes.
The
medium of Aptitude test will be essentially English language. Some questions
may be in regional languages also.
The
aptitude of the candidate will be assessed using some or all of the following
techniques:
•
Diagrammatic Reasoning – Tests the ability of logical reasoning, using diagrams
and scenarios
•
Numerical Reasoning – Tests mathematical ability through simple problems
•
Verbal Reasoning – Assesses the ability to assess verbal logic.
•
Inductive Reasoning – Tests the ability to see patterns and analyse given data
•
Situational Judgment – Tests problem-solving ability.
•
Logical Reasoning – Tests ability to recognise patterns, sequences or
relationships between shapes and imagery.
•
Abstract Reasoning – Will assess general knowledge, and ability to utilise
knowledge in new situations.
Questions
could be asked in various topics that assess candidates on basic concepts in
mathematics, physics and geometry, language and interpretation, elements and principles
of design, aesthetic sensitivity, colour theory, lateral thinking and logical
reasoning, visual perception and cognition, graphics and imagery, building anatomy
and architectural vocabulary, basic techniques of building construction and
knowledge of material, general knowledge and current affairs, etc. and are may
not be limited to those outlined.
Drawing
Test
The drawing aptitude is
judged on the following aspects -
Ability to
sketch a given object proportionately and
rendering the same in visually appealing manner;
Visualising 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 composition using
given shapes and forms;
Creating visual harmony using colours in given composition;
Understanding of scale and proportions;
Drawing
from memory through pencil sketch on themes from
day to day experiences.
The Answer
to each question in the 'drawing' paper will be examined by more than one
examiner independently and the marks will be averaged. The primary emphasis in
scoring the drawing section will be on the candidate's drawing, imagination and
observation skills. The candidate's sense of proportion and perspective will
also be evaluated together with sense for colour and composition.
DRAWING TEST
Understanding of
scale and proportion of objects, geometric composition, shape, building forms
and elements, aesthetics, colour texture, harmony and contrast.
Conceptualization and Visualization through structuring objects in memory.
Drawing of patterns - both geometrical and abstract. Form transformations in 2D
and 3D like union, subtraction, rotation, surfaces and volumes. Generating plan, elevation and 3D views of objects. Creating 2D and 3D compositions using given shape and
forms. Perspective drawing, Sketching of
urban scape and landscape, Common day-to-day life objects like furniture,
equipment etc., from memory.
Procedures
to be followed in the Examination
Candidates must bring with them:
i.
Downloaded Admit Card of NATA.
ii.
Original Proof of Identity- Aadhar/ Passport/ Driving License/ Voter ID.
iii.
Pen, pencils, eraser, color pencils (No water/oil color or crayon). Instruments of any kind including scale are not permitted.
iv.
Candidates may bring with them a cardboard or a clip board on which nothing
should be written, so that they have no difficulty in taking the drawing test
even if the tables provided in the examination room/hall do have smooth
surface.
