NATA Test Pattern

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The test has been divided into two parts. A paper based drawing test for two hours and computer based online aesthetic sensitivity test for one hour. The test measures aptitude of the candidate through two sections – a paper based section for drawing and computer based section for aesthetic sensitivity.

Drawing Test

The drawing aptitude 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 compositions using given shapes and forms
Creating visual harmony using colours in given composition
Understanding of scale and proportions
Drawing from memory through pencil sketch on themes from day to day experience

Read: NATA Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Aesthetic Sensitivity Test :

The aesthetic sensitivity test measures perception, imagination and observation, creativity and communication along with architectural awareness and comprises of –

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