NATA Syllabus

NATA Exam Syllabus 2016:

NATA exam comprises of two sections – A paper based drawing test and a computer based online sensitivity test. The test measures a candidate’s aptitude through the paper based drawing and computer based section for aesthetic sensitivity.

Section 1 – Drawing Test:

Under this section, it is a 2-hour paper where a candidate need to attempt 3 questions.

In this paper-based drawing test, a candidate is judged on the following aspects –

– Ability to sketch a given object proportionately and rendering the same in visually appealing manner.
– Visualizing 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 colors in given composition.
– Understanding of scale and proportions.
– Drawing from memory through pencil sketch on themes from day to day experiences.

Section 2 – Aesthetic Sensitivity Test:

In this section, a candidate has to answer 40 multiple choice questions.

In the computer based online aesthetic sensitivity test, candidates’ perception, creativity & communication, imagination & observation along with architectural awareness are measured.

Aesthetic sensitivity test comprises of the following –

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