NATA Entrance Exam Coaching: Elevate Your Skills with AKAD
Welcome to the world of NATA, the National Aptitude Test in Architecture, a gateway to prestigious architecture colleges across India. Aspiring architects embark on a journey filled with challenges and opportunities, and at the heart of this journey lies the crucial need for effective coaching. In this article, we delve into the realm of NATA entrance exam coaching, shedding light on the renowned institution, AKAD, and how it stands as a beacon of excellence in guiding students towards their architectural dreams.
Understanding the Importance of NATA Coaching
Unveiling the Significance of NATA Entrance Exam
The NATA entrance exam is not just a test of knowledge but a comprehensive evaluation of a candidate's aptitude, drawing skills, and architectural acumen. With colleges placing considerable weight on NATA scores during admissions, it becomes imperative for aspirants to excel in this examination.
The Role of Coaching Institutes
In the competitive landscape of NATA, coaching institutes play a pivotal role in shaping the aspirations of budding architects. These institutes serve as platforms where students receive expert guidance, personalized attention, and rigorous training to enhance their skills and maximize their potential.
The AKAD Advantage: What Sets Us Apart
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Comprehensive Curriculum
At AKAD, we believe in offering a holistic learning experience that goes beyond the confines of textbooks. Our comprehensive curriculum covers all aspects of the NATA syllabus, coupled with practical workshops, mock tests, and interactive sessions to foster experiential learning.
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Expert Faculty
Our team of experienced faculty members comprises architects, designers, and academicians who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the classroom. With a student-centric approach, they go the extra mile to mentor, motivate, and inspire learners, nurturing their potential and instilling confidence.
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State-of-the-Art Facilities
AKAD boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern facilities conducive to learning. From well-equipped studios to library resources, we provide students with an environment that stimulates creativity, encourages collaboration, and enhances productivity.
About NATA
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is being conducted by COA since 2006, to qualify for the admission to Bachelor of Architecture. The Council has prescribed CoA (Minimum Standards of Architectural Education) Regulations, 1983 and in the year 2020 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. These Regulations prescribe that the candidate needs to qualify an Aptitude Test in Architecture conducted either by NTA (i.e., JEE) or NATA conducted by the Council for admission to the Architecture degree course. The actual admissions shall be carried out only by the concerned competent authorities of the respective States / UT's etc., Institutions based on valid NATA score and eligibility criteria prescribed by CoA and concerned authorities. Unlike any other entrance examination, NATA is an Aptitude test that assesses a candidate's ability through a variety of testing formats. NATA measures the aptitude of the applicant for 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 years. With the objective of giving opportunities to a greater number of bright aspirants to join Architecture, Council will be conducting NATA-2024 for admission to B.Arch., in the academic year 2024 - 2025 on all weekends in two sessions starting from April to July, 2024.
Schedule of Examination
The candidates can appear for maximum of 3 attempts in NATA 2024 in one academic year. The best score out of all the attempts shall be considered for declaration of results. The score of NATA Test would be valid for a period of 2 academic years. Examination shall be conducted on all weekends starting from April to July, 2024 in two sessions subject to number of candidates registered for the session. The candidates need to indicate their preference for session & city of examination while registering at NATA portal www.nata. in. The session during which the candidate will take the test as well as the Test Centres, shall be allotted by the Council, as far as possible, on the basis of cities and sessions preferred by the candidate in the application form. However, the decision of the Council in allotting Test Centre and session to candidates shall be final.
SYLLABUS
Questions & Marks of Examination
Part A - Drawing and Composition Test - Offline Test - 90 Minutes
- A1-1 Question-Composition and Color - 25 Marks
- A2-1 Question - Sketching & Composition (Black and White) - 25 Marks
- A3-1 Question - 3D Composition - 30 Marks
Total 3 Questions - 80 Marks
Part B - MCQ - Computer-based online Test - 90 Minutes
- B1 - 30 questions x 2 Marks - 60 Marks
- B2 - 15 questions x 4 Marks - 60 Marks
Total 45 Questions - 120 Marks
TOTAL MARKS: PART - A & PART - B = 200
The medium of Aptitude test shall be in English and Hindi. The aptitude of the candidate will be assessed using some or all of the following:
PART-A Drawing and Composition Test
This is one and a half hour (90 minutes) – 80 Marks Test where candidate has to attempt three questions. The content of the PART A Test is as follows:
- A1 - Composition and Color - 25 Marks : Creating suitable compositions for various situations and coloring them appropriately. Re-arranging various shapes in visually appealing manner and coloring it suitably.
- A2 - Sketching & Composition (Black and White) - 25 Marks : Ability to draw, visualize, depict a situation, involving buildings / its components, people, environment, products with an understanding of scale, proportions, textures, shades and shadow etc.
- A3 - 3D Composition - 30 Marks : Creating interesting 3D composition for the given situation using the provided kit.
PART-B
This is one and a half hour (90 minutes), 120 Marks Test where candidate has to appear for online test. It shall have two types of Questions viz.
- B1 – 30 Questions of 2 Marks and
- B2 – 15 Questions of 4 Marks from the following topics:
Visual Reasoning Ability to understand and reconstruct 2D and 3D composition, knowledge about its composition and technical concepts.
Logical Derivation Ability to decode a situation, composition, context and generate meaning. Understanding the minute information hidden in a particular situation and drawing conclusions.
G.K., Architecture & Design General awareness of architecture and design, current issues, recent episodes etc., Knowledge about important buildings, historical progression, innovation in materials construction technology.
Language Interpretation Ability to correctly & logically generate meaning of words, sentences, understanding about English grammar.
Design Sensitivity Ability to observe, record and analyze, people, product, environment. Critical thinking, reasoning and ability to identify the subtle communications.
Design Thinking Ability to understand semantics, metaphors, problem identification and definition, analysis of a given situation.
Numerical Ability Basic Mathematics and its association with creative thinking. To unfold a space with use of geometry