NATA Third Test Registration started

NATA Third Test Registration started | Exam on Sept 3 and the Last Date to Register is Aug 22

The Council of Architecture (CoA) has released the NATA 2021 application form for the phase 3 exam. The direct link to fill NATA application form 2021 is available on the official website - nata.in. Candidates who wish to apply for NATA 2021 test 3 can fill the online application form till August 22. The NATA Third Test will be conducted on September 3.

Note that the candidates who appeared in either of the two NATA 2021 tests held on April 11 and July 11 may register themselves for the NATA 2021 Third test. However, students who have appeared for both tests are not eligible to appear in the phase 3 exam.

Qualifying in a national-level aptitude test in Architecture (NATA 2021) is mandatory for admission to B.Arch. degree. It is conducted for admission to the first year of 5 years B.Arch.

NATA 2021 will be conducted as a comprehensive online aptitude test at the Council allotted centers in identified cities in the country. Unlike any other entrance examination, NATA is an Aptitude test that assesses a candidate’s innate ability through a variety of testing formats and cannot be taught, learned, or induced. Therefore, attending coaching classes will not substantially improve the aptitude of a candidate.

NATA 2021 application date

How to fill NATA 2021 application form

• Visit NATA 2021 official website - nata.in.
• Click on the “Registration” link.
• Complete the registration process by providing details like name, gender valid email ID, mobile number, security question, and date of birth.
• Upon successful registration, the NATA application number will be generated.
• Login using the credentials and fill the detailed application form.
• Upload the scanned images of the photograph and signature.
• Finally, make the payment of the application fee.

NATA 2021 first and second tests have been conducted successfully on April 11 and July 11 respectively. Candidates can check the NATA 2021 statistics for tests 1 and 2 in the table below.

NATA 2021 Statistics

The aptitude test will comprise of questions that could be of the Multiple-Choice type (MCQ), Multiple Select types (MSQ), Preferential Choice type (PCQ), and Numerical Answer Type (NAQ).

The questions will carry either 1 mark,2 marks, or 3 marks and 125 questions have to be answered in 180 minutes. The medium of the Aptitude test will be the English language.

The aptitude of the candidate will be assessed using some or all of the following techniques:

• Diagrammatic Reasoning – Tests the ability of logical reasoning, using diagrams and scenarios

• Numerical Reasoning – Tests mathematical ability through simple problems

• Verbal Reasoning – Assesses the ability to assess verbal logic.

• Inductive Reasoning – Tests the ability to see patterns and analyze given data

• Situational Judgment – Tests problem-solving ability.

• Logical Reasoning – Tests ability to recognize patterns, sequences, or relationships between shapes and imagery.

• Abstract Reasoning – Will assess general knowledge, and ability to utilize knowledge in new situations.

Questions could be asked in various topics that assess candidates on basic concepts in mathematics, physics and geometry, language and interpretation, elements and principles of design, aesthetic sensitivity, color theory, lateral thinking and logical reasoning, visual perception and cognition, graphics and imagery, building anatomy and architectural vocabulary, basic techniques of building construction and knowledge of the material, general knowledge and current affairs, etc. and are may not be limited to those outlined.

Eligibility Criteria for Candidate:

Candidates who have completed their 10 + 2 examinations with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or 10+ 3 Diploma with Mathematics as the subject of study can appear for NATA 2021. Candidates appearing for the 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects of study or the 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics in the current year may also provisionally appear for NATA-2021.

QUALIFYING IN NATA- 2021 DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A RIGHT/ GUARANTEE IN FAVOUR OF THE CANDIDATE FOR ADMISSION TO ANY ARCHITECTURE COURSE UNLESS THE CANDIDATE HAS FULFILLED ALL THE PRESCRIBED REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED BY RESPECTIVE COMPETENT AUTHORITIES IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ELIGIBILIY CRITERIA LAID DOWN BY THE COUNCIL