NATA Exam Application Form

Hello Sir I want to apply for the NATA Exam so please can you give me the date of application form 2012 and tell me from where can I download the application form and provide me the last date of application form?

The NATA Information Brochure (including NATA Registration Form) is available for at the designated branches of “Axis Bank” from 15 March 2012. The filled in Registration Form must be submitted to test center where you wish to take the test.

Procedure of registration and other information about the application form is in the Brochure. Here I am uploading the Brochure. You can download it from here:

(NATA Brochure 2012)

Here is the Brochure:

1. INTRODUCTION
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.
NATA is being conducted in terms of the provisions laid down under CoA (Minimum
Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 1983 [published in the Gazette of India
in Part III, Section 4 on 26th March, 1983 and 27th August, 1983] and the Revised Guidelines
on Admission to 1st year of Five-year Degree Course in Architecture approved by the
Council at its 45th Meeting held on 28.04.2006. These Guidelines stipulate that a separate
aptitude test in Architecture should be conducted and such test should not be combined
with the tests for admissions to Engineering, Pharmacy, Medicine and other disciplines.
The Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, in the matter of P.A.Inamdar & Ors. Vs. State of
Maharashtra & Ors. [Appeal(Civil) 5041 of 2005], in its Judgement dated 12.08.2005 also
emphasised on the need for a common entrance test followed by a single window system.
The purpose of conducting NATA is to provide a single scheme of examination for holding
aptitude test to facilitate prospective students all over the country to apply for admissions
in architecture seats in institutions spread over the country while the actual admissions
shall be carried out only by the concerned designated authorities of the respective states/
institutions based on NATA. The NATA also ensures that the eligibility criteria for admission
to five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) degree course, as prescribed by CoA and
duly approved by the Central Government, are strictly adhered to and followed all over the
country.
1.1 What Is NATA?
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.
2. 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.

2.1 Who should take NATA and Why?
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.
3. WHERE TO APPEAR FOR NATA?
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


4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
7.1 Documents required for Registration
l Std. X or equivalent exam marklist - attested copy
l One recent passport size colour photograph, to be pasted on the registration form.
l Any valid document of identification bearing photograph and signature of the
candidate - attested copy
l 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.)

7.2 The Appointment voucher
l On successful registration and granting of appointment, an Appointment voucher is
issued to the candidate by the Test center.
l The candidate at the time of Registration shall ensure that correct data is entered
by the Test Centre employee. The candidate should check it carefully to make sure
the Name, identifying information and address are correct and are spelt correctly
before going to step 2 of registration and also on receiving the appointment voucher.
l Once registered, no corrections are possible. Candidate will have to purchase
fresh registration form and get registered again.
l The Appointment voucher also shows Candidate ID, Appointment Number and
Exam Key. The Appointment Number and Exam Key are used by the candidate
to log in at the time of the test.
l There are two counterfoils on the appointment voucher. The applicant has to sign
the counterfoil in presence of the Hall supervisor at the time of the test, and hand
over the same to him / her.
l Please do not sign the counterfoil in advance. Sign the counterfoil only when
the hall supervisor asks you to. If the hall supervisor finds the counterfoil
already signed he may disallow the candidate to proceed with the test and
his candidature will get forfeited.
l The candidate will be required to sign the Test Center attendance register before
and after the test session and any time the candidate leaves or enter the testing
room.
● Insist on appointment voucher to be handed over to you. In case any test centre
refuses issuing of appointment voucher or asks for any additional fees or puts in
conditions of any sort, please report to Council of Architecture or its academic unit
NIASA immediately on the email “support@nata.in”.
7.3 Important Things to Remember When Registering
l Register well in advance. During the peak admission season Test Centers fill up
quickly.
l Take the test as soon as possible to ensure that the candidate's score card /
Mark list will be ready in time to be submitted at the time of applying for
admission.
l When registering, be sure that the spelling of the candidate's name matches the name
printed on the identification document(s) the candidate will present at the Test Center.
If this information does not match, the candidate will not be permitted to appear in test
and his / her test fee will be forfeited. See Identification Requirements (11).
l Information regarding Test Center availability is subject to change. The most
current information regarding Test Centers and other registration information is
available on the NATA website




8. 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.
l 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.
l 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.
l Do not register for repeat attempt unless you receive score card for previous
attempt.
l 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.

9. NATA DATES
l 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.
l 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.

10. INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES
l The candidate must have an acceptable and valid Identification Document
(ID) details of which are mentioned on the 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.
l Report to the test center at least 30 minutes before scheduled time of test.

l If the candidate arrives at the Test Center without the required identification:
o The Test Center in-charge will not admit the candidate
o The candidate will not be allowed to take the test
o The candidate will forfeit the test fee.
l NAME CHANGES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. 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, otherwise the candidate will not be permitted to appear in test. Marriage
certificates and divorce decrees cannot be used to confirm name differences.
l 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.
l 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.
l 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
Competent Authority of Testing Integrity.
11. ACCEPTABLE PRIMARY IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS
l A government-issued identification document that has not expired (including but
not limited to passport, permanent driver's license, state ID cards, national
identification, UID card) in original. There are some exceptions: see Unacceptable
Identification Documents (11.2).
l Std XII exam admit card with photo and signature (in original) for candidates awaiting
10+2 or equivalent exam results
l Student ID card from the institute where he / she is currently enrolled AND
Confirmation of identity letter from the candidate's educational institution (in original).
11.1 Acceptable Supplemental Identification Documents
If the candidate's primary identification is missing either a photo or a signature,
he / she must present one of the following supplemental IDs in addition to the
primary ID. Supplemental IDs that can be used to meet the photo and/or signature
requirements are:
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l A government-issued identification document that has not expired (including but
not limited to passport, driver's license, state ID cards, national identification). There
are some exceptions: see Unacceptable Identification Documents (11.2).
l Confirmation of identity letter from the candidate's educational institution
The confirmation of identity letter must contain the candidate's date of birth; a recent,
recognizable photo; the candidate's signature; and the date issued.
The confirmation of identity letter must be typed on the original letterhead of the educational
institution the candidate attend(ed), and the signature of the school official and the school
seal must overlap the candidate's photo. A letter of identity is valid for only one year from
the date of issue.
11.2 Unacceptable Identification Documents
l Any expired ID
l Credit card of any kind
l Learner's driving license or any temporary identification document.
l Notary-prepared letter or document
l Employee identification card
l Photocopies (Attested / unattested) of the acceptable identification documents
12. WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU TO THE TEST
l Official identification document mentioned on the appointment voucher
l The appointment voucher - The appointment voucher is issued to the candidate
at the time of registration. The appointment voucher confirms the candidate's test
date, time of test and Test Center. The voucher will also show Candidate ID and
Appointment Number with Exam Key.
l Three or four sharpened soft-lead (2B & HB) pencils and a good eraser (Pencils
and erasers will not be supplied at the Test Center). Mechanical pencils are not
permitted.
l Set of colours (Water/ Poster colours, crayons, pastels) with appropriate instruments
(Brushes, dish, etc.).
l Geometry instrument box
l Blue ink pen / Blue ink ball point pen
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13. TEST CENTER PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS FOR BOTH PAPERBASED
AND COMPUTER-BASED TESTS
l Dress so that you can adapt to any room temperature.
l Friends or relatives who accompany the candidate to the Test Center will not be
permitted to wait in the Test Center or be in contact with the candidate while he /
she is taking the test.
l Except for COA-authorized observers, visitors are not allowed in the testing room
while test is in progress.
l ID verification at the Test Center may include thumb printing, iris scan, photographing,
videotaping, or other form of electronic ID confirmation. If the candidate refuses to
participate, he / she will not be permitted to appear for the test and the candidate
will forfeit the test fee. This is in addition to the requirement that the candidate must
present acceptable and valid identification.
l Other than ID, personal items are not allowed in the testing room. Before the test, the
candidate will receive instructions from Test Center staff regarding where the candidate
must deposit items such as mobile phones, PDAs, digital music players, MP3 players,
calculators, or any other electronic devices with memory, handbags, and study
materials. The candidate may also be asked to empty his/ her pockets. The candidate
may not have access to his/ her personal items during the test or break.
l Test Centers assume no responsibility for personal belongings.
l The test administrator will assign the candidate a seat.
l Electrical supply failure, internet connectivity failure, weather conditions or other
circumstances beyond the test administrator's or COA's control may require a
delayed start or the rescheduling of the test appointment. In the event that it is then
necessary to cancel the test session, or if it is later determined that the candidate's
marks could not be reported, the candidate will be offered the opportunity to
schedule another test appointment free of charge. No candidate will be admitted
after test materials have been distributed.
l On reporting for the test and establishing the candidate's identity, he/ she will be
asked to log on into the computer system and request test.
l A question paper consisting of two questions - free hand drawing and memory
sketch, will be generated and printed for the candidate. Test Center supervisor will
hand over the print out along with drawing paper (Answer sheet) with preprinted
barcode to the candidate and lead him / her to the testing room.
l Paper of any kind, other than officially distributed, is not permitted in the testing
room.
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l The candidate must have the supervisor's permission to leave the room during the
test. Any time lost cannot be made up.
l The candidate may wish to pace himself / herself with his / her own watch, but the
supervisor is the official timekeeper. The candidate will not be permitted to continue
the test or any part of it beyond the established time limit. Watch alarms and clocks
on mobile phones are not permitted.
l At the conclusion of the test the candidate will be required to return the answer
sheet (drawing paper) and question paper to the test supervisor. These materials
are the property of COA.
l The candidate shall attempt the question on the drawing paper supplied by the
test center on the side where barcode is printed. The Appointment number,
Candidate ID and test center stamp with supervisor's signature shall be on the
reverse side of the paper. Under no circumstances the candidate will write anything
on the barcode side of answer sheet.
l Computer based test will be given after completing the Paper based test. It begins
at log-in and ends at log-out.
l The Test center in-charge will provide the candidate with rough paper that may be
replaced after the candidate have used all pages of the rough paper initially given
to the candidate. The candidate may not take his/ her own rough paper to the test,
nor may the candidate remove rough paper from the testing room at any time.
Rough paper is provided to assist the candidate in working out problems and for
appropriate note taking during timed sections of the test.
l If the candidate needs to leave his / her seat at any time, he / she must raise his /
her hand for permission; timing of the section will not stop.
l If at any time during the test the candidate has a problem with his / her computer, or
for any reason needs the attention of the administrator, the candidate shall raise
his/ her hand.
l Test centre premises are subject to videotaping and/ or any other type of
electronic surveillance.
l NATA includes an optional 10-minute break after the Drawing section. This break
time cannot be exceeded.
l When the test gets disrupted because of failure of internet connectivity or electricity
supply failure, candidate can resume the test from the point of disruption onwards
if resumed within four hours. In case disruption lasts for more than four hours the
candidate may have to give entire test again.

14. DISMISSAL FROM A TEST CENTER
A test center in-charge/supervisor is authorized to dismiss the candidate from a test session
and/or the candidate's marks may be cancelled by COA for actions such as, but not limited
to
l Attempting to take the test for someone else or having someone else take the test
for the candidate
l Failing to provide acceptable identification
l Obtaining improper access to the test, a part of the test, or information about the
test
l Using a telephone or mobile phone, personal digital assistants (pda), digital music
players, mp3 players, or any other electronic device having memory during the test
session or during breaks.
l Using any aids in connection with the test, such as: mechanical pencils, pagers,
beepers, calculators, watch calculators, books, pamphlets, notes, rulers, highlighter
pens, stereos or radios with headphones/ earphones, telephones, cell phones, watch
alarms (including those with flashing lights or alarm sounds), stop watches,
dictionaries, translators, and any hand-held electronic or photographic devices.
l Creating a disturbance (disruptive behavior in any form will not be tolerated; the
test administrator has sole discretion in determining what constitutes disruptive
behavior).
l Attempting to give or receive assistance - or otherwise communicate in any manner
with another person about the content of the test during the administration, during
breaks or after the test.
l Removing or attempting to remove test content from the Test Center. Under no
circumstances may test content or any part of the test content be removed,
reproduced, and/or disclosed by any means (e.g., hard copy, verbally, electronically)
to any person or entity
l Tampering with a computer.
l Attempting to remove rough paper from the computer-based testing room.
l Bringing a weapon or firearm into the Test Center.
l Bringing food, drink, or tobacco into the testing room.
l Leaving the Test Center vicinity during the test session or during breaks.
l Leaving the testing room without permission.
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l Taking excessive or extended unscheduled breaks during the test session. Test
Center supervisors are required to strictly monitor unscheduled breaks and report
the candidates who take excessive or extended breaks.
l Referring to, looking through, or working on any test, or test section, when not
authorized to do so, or working after time has been called
l Failing to follow any of the test administration regulations contained in this bulletin,
given by the test administrator or specified in any test materials.
l If the counterfoils of the appointment voucher is already signed.
COA reserves the right to take all action - including, but not limited to, asking the candidate
to appear again at same or different test center, barring the candidate from future testing
and/or canceling the candidate's scores/ marks - for failure to comply with test administration
regulations or the test administrator's directions. If the candidate's scores/ marks are
cancelled, they will not be reported and the candidate's fees will not be refunded.
Candidates may report any irregularities under strict confidence to COA/NIASA by
sending an email to support@nata.in . It is mandatory to provide Name of the
Candidate, Candidate ID and Appointment Number in the complaint. Anonymous
complaints will not be entertained. All disputes pertaining to conduct of NATA shall
fall within the jurisdiction of Delhi only.

15. 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.

15.1 Drawing Test
This is a two hour paper where candidate has to attempt three questions.
The drawing aptitude is judged on the following aspects -
l Ability to sketch a given object proportionately and rendering the same in
visually appealing manner.
l Visualising and drawing the effects of light on the object and shadows cast on
surroundings.
l Sense of perspective drawing.
l Combining and composing given three dimensional elements to form a building
or structural form.
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l Creating interesting two dimensional composition using given shapes and
forms.
l Creating visual harmony using colours in given composition.
l Understanding of scale and proportions.
l Drawing from memory through pencil sketch on themes from day to day
experiences.

15.2 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 -
l Visualising three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings.
l Visualising different sides of three dimensional objects.
l Identifying commonly used materials and objects based on their textural
qualities.
l Analytical reasoning.
l Mental Ability.
l Imaginative comprehension and expression.
l Architectural awareness.

16. 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.

16.1 How the Sections of the Test Are Scored
Drawing Section
l The primary emphasis in scoring the drawing section is on the candidate's drawing,
imagination and observation skills. The candidate's sense of proportion & perspective
is also evaluated together with sense for colour and composition.

Aesthetic Sensitivity Section
l The candidate's score will depend on his / her performance on the questions given
and on the number of questions answered in the time allotted.
l This section is computer adaptive, meaning that the computer selects questions
based on the candidate's performance on preceding questions (When correct answer
is given, next question will be of higher difficulty level whereas, if wrong answer is
given next question is of lower difficulty level) and on the requirements of the test
design. Test design factors that influence which questions are presented to the
candidate include:
o The statistical characteristics (including difficulty level) of the questions already
answered
o The required variety of question types
o The appropriate coverage of content.
o The final score depends on average difficulty level of all questions and of those
questions answered correctly. E.g. person with correct answer for less number
of questions of higher difficulty level may score higher marks than someone
who answers more number of questions correctly but of lower difficulty level.
o Time allotted to answer the question is between 40 and 120 seconds depending
upon the question. The time remaining to answer the question is displayed on
the screen. The "per second" countdown begins 30 seconds before the allotted
time for that question ends. In case no answer is offered till the time ends, the
question is skipped and next question appears.
o There is no Negative marking in this test.
NO REVALUATION IS POSSIBLE FOR EITHER OF THE TESTS.
17. 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.
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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.
17.1 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.

18. 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.

19. 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.

20. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
1. By giving NATA, do I get automatic admission into any Architectural College in India?
Ans: No. NATA is just an Aptitude Test. On receiving the Score Card, the candidate will have
to contact various admission authorities with NATA Score Card and other details
(as prescribed by the respective Admission Authorities). Admission in India lies with
the State (usually under Directorate of Technical Education for that state). Usually around
summer, Admission Authorities will bring out admission notices in National & Regional
newspapers. The candidate may contact schools of architecture directly for information as
to when the admission process is scheduled to begin

2. What is the last date for giving NATA?
Ans: Technically, 31st August. NATA runs continuously till 31st August, usually on working days.
The dates on which NATA is available depends on the Test Centre. Candidates may request
Test Centres for the preferred dates. If the candidate is available for NATA only on a
particular date (or range of dates) that a particular Test Centre is not able to give, the
candidate may register at any other Test Centre throughout India that is able to administer
NATA on that date / time. TEST CENTRE LOCATION HAS NO BEARING ON CHOICE
OF ADMISSION AND APPEARING AT A PARTICULAR CENTER FOR THE TEST DOES
NOT IMPLY THAT THE CANDIDATE COULD BE GIVEN ANY PRIORITY FOR ADMISSION
TO THAT INSTITUTE. The logical last date for giving NATA for candidates seeking
admission this year itself would be 5 days before the last date for submitting application
for admission under a particular Admission Authority. This varies from authority to authority.

3. What is the meaning of Admission Authority?
Ans: Admission Authority is a body, authorised by the State Govt. / University to conduct and
monitor admissions in that area. This may vary from the Directorate of Technical Education
itself, a major University, a body created by an association of Architectural Schools in that
State (eg. MASA), or any other Admission Authority recognised by the state. The candidate
may be advised to check up in advance with Schools of Architecture where he / she is
applying for the details of the admission authority and other information on the exact
admission process.

4. How do I practice for NATA? Where can I take tuitions?
Ans: NATA is designed in such a manner that prior tutelage is not required. COA/NIASA is
aware that the candidates will have no or minimal knowledge of architecture. NATA
measures aptitude of the candidate in his / her aesthetic sensibilities (3D visualisation,
logical understanding, etc.) and drawing skills that are in-built in every candidate and
developed right from childhood to the present day. There will be certain questions on
architectural awareness wherein candidates may be required to identify building of national
or international importance. The candidate is expected to know about these structures
through General Knowledge. The candidate may also prefer to update his knowledge on
this by some reading, internet browsing or even by talking to architectural students, architects
and other knowledgeable persons. In all probability, this will not be required. There will be
a model NATA interface available on the NATA website to help candidates get acquainted
with the visual format of the test. There will be no model questions available as such. The
language medium of the test will be English. Minimal computer skills are required (pointing
and clicking Mouse buttons).
5. I am a foreign student / NRI. Can I take the test from my country of residence?
Ans: No. The candidate will have to register in India and give the test from any of the designated
Test centres of his / her choice in India. The qualification process for giving NATA stands
the same. Admission will be given by the respective admission authorities according to the
rules laid down by it for students of such category.
6. If I belong to a particular quota (SC/ST/NT/etc.), do I get score waiver for NATA during
admission?
Ans: No.
7. Are there any additional fees payable for training, etc?
Ans: There are no other fees payable. If any centre insists on additional fees or participation in
training program, please report such incident to Council of Architecture or NIASA.
8. Do I have to appear for NATA at the college where I aspire to take admission?
Ans: No. You may appear for NATA at any Test center convenient to you. Based on the score
you may seek admission to any college where you are eligible to seek admission.
9. Whether old question papers are available?
Ans: No. At NATA, question paper is unique of each candidate hence no old

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