How to Prepare for NATA 2023

Candidates preparing for NATA 2023 exam at home or taking online coaching classes are requested to read the below mentioned important points:

• It is advised that candidates must attend all the live classes conducted by the experts.

• Do not miss any of the live sessions by the experts.

• Candidates can clear their doubts by accessing online videos.

• Be attentive while attending online classes.

• Prepare notes in advance and clear the doubt during the sessions.

• Involve and engage yourself in question/answer sessions and raise queries if any.

NATA 2023 Exam Pattern

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Section-wise NATA Preparation Tips

Nata 2023 is divided into two sections: Section A comprises Drawing Based-Test that a candidate has to take in the offline mode. In Section B, it includes Maths and General Aptitude Section. This section is conducted in online mode. The questions asked are of objective type, i.e. candidates are required to select one correct option. The best part of this entrance exam is that there is no negative marking. Therefore, candidates can attempt all the questions without a fear of marks deduction.

NATA 2023 Part A: Drawing

In this paper, candidates are required to attempt three drawing questions in a duration of 135 minutes. 

• Go for live sketching every alternate day to practice the frequently asked perspective questions from previous years’ sample papers. Practice all the perspective questions which you come across.

• Practice human figures as they are an important part of most of the perspective questions.

• Get acquainted with all the famous logos and their history. The more you practice, the better you’ll design logos! Play with different color schemes like primary, complementary, monochrome, analogous, etc.

• Learn the shadow, shade, and material rendering techniques from online videos.

NATA 2023 Part A: General Aptitude and PCM

General Aptitude Section :

In this section, an aspirant must keep his/her General Knowledge updated.

• A candidate must have knowledge on various topics such as Important Architects of India and World, Logical Reasoning Ability Questions, Buildings in India and the World, Common Architectural Terminology, Building Materials, and Terminology, What is 2D, What are 3 Dimensional objects and their plans and elevations, etc.

• Try to solve the non-verbal reasoning section from “A Modern Approach to Verbal and non-verbal reasoning” by RS Agarwal. Solve it using a time limit like 15-30 seconds per question.

Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

• For PCM Subject, Candidates can go through CBSE, NCERT Books.

• For Mathematics, revise basic math formulas like profit and loss, area, ratio and proportion, percentage, speed and distance, probability, work and remuneration, interest, pipe, and cistern, etc. 

• For Physics, revise topics such as Current Electricity, Optics, Electronic Devices, etc.

• For Chemistry, revise topics such as Algebra, Matrices, Permutations and Combinations, Statistics, and much more. 

• The Mathematics portion is comparatively easy and there will be high chances to score well in this section. 

General Tips on How to crack NATA 2023?

• Aspirants must start their preparation by maintaining a timetable. Go through the Syllabus, make a strategy and stay focused and study well.

• Understand the Exam Pattern of NATA 2023, the distribution of marks, the pattern of questions, number of questions asked in the exam.

• Practice more and more Mock Tests, Previous years’ sample papers/Question papers. As it is said to be an effective success mantra. 

• By solving mock tests know your weaknesses, and work accordingly. Prepare according to your strengths and try to maximize them.

• While studying any topic, prepare small notes. These small notes help at the time of revision as they save time. Candidates can go through these small notes anytime and anywhere. 

• Try to learn good sketching techniques on topics like understanding scale and proportion, effects of light and shadow, sense of perspective drawing, memory drawing, composing 3-Dimensional elements, etc.

• Practice sketching, landscapes, and common day-to-day objects from your memory. 

• Do not take Stress. Taking unnecessary stress will only lead to a lack of confidence during the exam. Aspirants are advised to stay positive and calm, eat healthily.

• Another important aspect is to prepare the right study material. Studying from the right study material will enhance your knowledge and save your time. 

Important Books for Preparing NATA 2023

There are many books available to prepare for the NATA entrance examination. Some of the best books are tabulated below: