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NATA -National Aptitude Test in Architecture, conducted as a mandatory entrance exam for colleges across india.

1. Introduction

2. Eligibility

3. Where to appear for NATA

4. Test Fees

5. Cancellation, Rescheduling the Test Appointment & Refund

6. Register for NATA

7. Registration Process

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.

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 website http://www.nata.in

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


 * Std. X or equivalent exam marklist - attested copy


 * One recent passport size colour photograph, to be pasted on the registration form.

candidate - attested copy
 * Any valid document of identification bearing photograph and signature of the

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.)
 * Valid email address. (In case you do not possess one, we suggest you to open

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