National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is being conducted by COA since 2006, in terms of the provisions of CoA (Minimum Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 1983, published in the Gazette of India. Further, the Council has prescribed the Council of Architecture (Minimum Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 2020, with the approval of the Central Government in terms of Sections 21 & 45 of the Architects Act, 1972. The Regulations were published in the Gazette of India on 11.08.2020 and came into force w.e.f. 01.11.2020. These Regulations prescribe that the candidate needs to qualify for an Aptitude Test in Architecture conducted by the Council for admission to the Architecture degree course.
NATA 2022 will be conducted as a comprehensive computer-based aptitude test at the Council allotted centres in identified cities in the country. Unlike any other entrance examination, NATA is an Aptitude test that assesses a candidate’s innate ability through a variety of testing formats. NATA measures the aptitude of the applicant for a specific field of study, i.e. Architecture, through assessment of cognitive skills, visual perception and aesthetic sensitivity tests, logical reasoning and critical thinking ability, etc., besides the learning that the candidate has acquired over the past few years and is related to the specific field of study. With the objective of giving opportunities to a greater number of bright aspirants to join Architecture, Council will be conducting NATA- 2022 for admission to B.Arch. in the academic session 2022- 2023 thrice this year. The Tests shall be conducted on different dates as computer-based examinations. Candidates are allowed to appear for up to 3 NATA tests.
In case a candidate appears for 2 Tests, the best of the 2 scores shall be the valid score and in the case of 3 attempts, the valid score shall be the average of the 2 best scores.
The examination shall be conducted in two sessions on the date of the test, subject to a number of candidates registered for the session. The candidates need to indicate their preference for session & city of examination while registering at the NATA portal. The session during which the candidate will take the test, as well as the Test Centre, shall be allotted by the Council, as far as possible, on the basis of preferences provided by the candidate in the application form. The decision of the Council in allotting the Test Centre and session to candidates shall be final. The three Tests shall be held on June 12, 2022, July 3, 2022, and July 24, 2022, respectively.
Exam Pattern of NATA 2022
The aptitude test of NATA may comprise questions of Multiple-Choice type (MCQ), Multiple Select types (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 the Aptitude Test will be essentially the 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 on 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 the material, general knowledge and current affairs, etc. and are may not be limited to those outlined.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria for Candidates 5.1 Taking NATA-2022 Candidates who have completed their 10 + 2 examinations with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or 10+ 3 Diploma with Mathematics as the subject of study can appear for NATA 2022. Candidates appearing for the 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects of study or 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics in the current year may also provisionally appear for NATA-2022. Candidates may note that NATA 2022 is the qualifier for admission to the B.Arch. program offered by Universities/ Institutions in the country, subject to the fulfilment of eligibility criteria as prescribed by the Council. The eligibility criteria are outlined in Clause 5.2 of this brochure. QUALIFYING IN NATA 2022 DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A RIGHT/ GUARANTEE IN FAVOUR OF THE CANDIDATE FOR ADMISSION TO ANY ARCHITECTURE COURSE UNLESS THE CANDIDATE HAS FULFILLED ALL THE PRESCRIBED REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED BY RESPECTIVE COMPETENT AUTHORITIES IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA LAID DOWN BY THE COUNCIL.
Admission to the First year of B.Arch. Program The eligibility for admission to 1st year of 5-year B.Arch. The degree program for the academic session 2022- 2023 shall be as per CoA (Minimum Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 2020. The eligibility in terms of Regulations, 2020 is as under: No candidate shall be admitted to an architecture course unless he has passed an examination at the end of the 10+2 scheme of examination with at least 50 per cent. Aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and also at least 50 per cent. marks in aggregate of the 10+2 level examination or passed 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject with at least 50 per cent. marks in aggregate. Candidates may note that no direct lateral admission is allowed at any year/semester/stage of B.Arch. course based on any qualification.
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