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The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a crucial gateway for aspiring architects. If you dream of designing buildings and shaping skylines, excelling in NATA is your first step. This blog post provides a comprehensive guide to help you prepare effectively and crack the NATA exam.<\/p>\n
Part A \u2013 Drawing and Composition Test \u2013 Offline mode ( 1.5 hrs., 80 marks)<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n A1 \u2013 1 Question \u2013 Composition & Color \u2013 25 marks<\/p>\n A2 \u2013\u00a0 1 Question \u2013 Sketching & Composition (Black & White) \u2013 25 marks<\/p>\n A3 \u2013 1 Question \u2013 3D composition \u2013 30 marks<\/p>\n Total 3 Question \u2013 80 marks<\/p>\n Part B- MCQ and NCQ \u2013 Computer Based Adaptive Test 90 minutes (108 second for each question)\u00a0 120 marks)<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n B1 \u2013 42 Questions \u2013 MCQ<\/p>\n B2 \u2013 08 Questions \u2013 NCQ<\/p>\n Total 50 questions \u2013 120 marks<\/p>\n Grand Total Marks (Part A + Part B) = 200<\/p>\n Selecting the right study materials is crucial for effective preparation. There are a lot of books in the market claiming to be the best for NATA. It’s important to be discerning. Look for books that cover the entire NATA syllabus comprehensively, offer ample practice questions, and provide clear explanations.<\/p>\n How SILICA Books<\/a> Can Help Students?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n While many books are available, SILICA Institute’s resources are often preferred by NATA aspirants for specific reasons:<\/p>\n This is a common question. While ideally, preparation should be spread over a longer period, it is<\/em> possible to crack NATA in a shorter duration with focused effort and a strategic approach. Here’s what’s key:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cracking NATA requires dedication, strategic planning, and consistent effort. By understanding the exam pattern, choosing the right study materials, and following a focused preparation strategy, you can significantly increase your chances of success. Good luck!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_comments _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” button_alignment=”left” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_comments][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_sidebar orientation=”right” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a crucial gateway for aspiring architects. If you dream of designing buildings and shaping skylines, excelling in NATA is your first step. This blog post provides a comprehensive guide to help you prepare effectively and crack the NATA exam. Understanding the NATA Pattern: Part A \u2013 Drawing […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":15361,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Are you aiming to crack the NATA exam 2020? Do you desire to become the best architecture the world has ever seen? If the answer to these questions is Yes, the first step to become an architect is to join a well-known institute that can provide you with world-class training in the field. Unlike the past, a career in design and architecture today has a great scope in India as well as abroad.<\/p> Now, as you might know, cracking the popular NATA exam 2020 is your pathway to the best institutes. The NATA score is accepted by the best architect colleges in India. So, what is your schedule for NATA preparation<\/a>? Is it the same tried and tested formula of working hard and spending hours and hours in studies? This time, do smart study and follow these top-rated tips laid down by highly qualified and experienced design experts at Silica:-<\/p> APTITUDE<\/strong><\/p> First of all, you must be thorough with the syllabus and the topics that come in the NATA exam. Aptitude and Mathematics are part of Section A in the exam. So, how to ace the aptitude section and score maximum to push your overall marks? In the NATA exam 2020, aptitude is one of the easy sections which you can use it to your advantage. You have the opportunity to score some easy marks as well.<\/p> Pro Tip \u2013 Go online and have complete knowledge about the famous architects and architectural buildings in India and the world. Be thorough with the architectural terms used.<\/p> Study the basic logical and analytical reasoning questions that you must have learned in your 10th grade. It is very important to observe and analyze objects related to architecture.<\/p> You must refine the skill of visualizing 2D and 3D objects.<\/p> Give enough time to these topics and this will lead you through.<\/p> These above tips can help you in NATA preparation.<\/p> MATHEMATICS<\/strong><\/p> \u2018Everything around you is mathematics. Everything around you is number\u2019 -Shakuntala Devi<\/p> When you are choosing architecture as a career, mathematics is an essential part of it. Even as designers, one should learn basic mathematics. And this is the purpose of the mathematics section in the NATA exam 2020. Again, it is a good section to score complete marks. Another important factor is that there is no negative marking in the Aptitude and Mathematics sections.<\/p> Pro Tip \u2013 Focus on studying or rather revising mathematics of your class X. CBSE mathematics syllabus will do. There are books for\u00a0NATA preparation\u00a0from good authors like Ar. Shadan Usmani, P. K. Mishra, Surendra Kavimandan, etc. You can refer them and ace the Part A section of the NATA exam.<\/p> Also Check:<\/strong> Career Opportunities in Architecture, Eligibility & Criteria<\/a><\/p> DRAWING<\/strong><\/p> The drawing section is where you need to score the best. This section has just 2 questions consisting of 40 marks each.<\/p> Pro Tip \u2013 Learn to draw in perspective. Practice with regular objects and the immediate environment around you as much as possible. Sharpen your shading and detailing skills. Repeat.<\/p> There are a lot of resources out there on the web to practice drawing. But, in order to ace the drawing section, you should join NATA coaching classes. Good coaching institutes provide previous year\u2019s questions, relevant questions close to the actual exam made. The modules are so designed that you can keep improving and achieving your objectives. It will give you a major boost and confidence as well\u00a0for\u00a0NATA preparation.<\/p> REFERENCE MATERIAL<\/strong><\/p> NATA coaching classes are of great help when it comes to NATA study material and books. Otherwise, it is difficult to find a book for NATA as the exam contains different topics. No single NATA book covers the entire syllabus.<\/p> There are certain books that are popular among the aspirants. These might be helpful for aptitude and mathematics sections:-<\/p> A Complete Self Study Guide for B.Arch \u2013 P. K. Mishra<\/p> Arch Entrance Examination Guide \u2013 Surendra Kavimandan<\/p> K Publications Study Guide for B.Arch & NATA<\/p> NATA coaching classes offered by coaching institutes like Silica provide good resources like NATA\/JEE (B.Arch) Online Study Material & Mock Tests. It is an excellent book prepared by architect experts with top rated tips for your Aptitude and Maths questions.<\/p> Consider these expert tips\u00a0for NATA preparation\u00a0and study from the reference material mentioned and you are closer to achieve your dream of becoming an architect.<\/p> Also Check: <\/strong>How Nata Sample Papers Can Help You Crack Exam<\/a><\/p> Also Check: <\/strong>A Quick Guide on How NATA Coaching Centers Can Make the Most Of Online Education<\/a><\/p> Also Check: <\/strong>What Are The Best Books To Prepare For NATA Entrance Exam 2021?<\/a><\/p>Choosing the Right Study Materials:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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