Science & Technology

NATA

The aptitude test for Bachelor of Architecture admissions, accepted by most architecture colleges apart from NITs and IITs.

Class 12 subjects

Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in Class 12 (or a 10+3 diploma with Mathematics).

Physics (042)Chemistry (043)Mathematics (041)
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Eligibility

Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and at least 50% aggregate in those three subjects and 50% overall (relaxations for reserved categories). Candidates appearing for Class 12 can take the test.

Pattern

Three-hour test with a drawing and composition section plus multiple-choice questions on visual reasoning, logic, mathematics and general awareness of architecture.

What this means for Class 11

  1. NITs and some IITs admit through JEE Main Paper 2A instead of NATA; many students take both.
  2. Engineering Graphics (046) and Fine Arts subjects in Class 11 build the drawing and visualisation skills the test rewards.

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