Yes, science is very much necessary for NATA.
NATA measures drawing and observation skills, sense of proportion, aesthetic sensitivity and critical thinking ability by 2parted exams.
first part- paper based drawing test
second part- online test with MCQs on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and General Aptitude Test.
1.Drawing includes memory drawing, shades, shadows, 2D compositions, visualisation, perspective drawing etc. NATA drawing part is totally depend on your creativity and ability. You need to practice more and more to improve your skills and ideas. You need to be creative, because creativity is necessary in this field.
2. Aptitude test includes Diagrammatic Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Situational Judgment, Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning.
3. Mathematics include algebra, logarithm, matrices, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, 3D coordination of geometry, theory of calculus, application of calculus, permutation and combination, statistics and probability.
NATA also includes questions from Physics and chemistry in which class 10-12 studies are important. As well as includes general aptitude test with mathematical reasoning, sets and relations.
After determining NATA syllabus, it can be said that you must have a basic knowledge about physics, chemistry as well as mathematics. All these PCM questions will come from 10+2 syllabus.
NATA held as a one day examination, which includes 2 parts and the duration of each part is 3 hours and total marks for the exam is out of 200.
Candidates can apply and register from NATA's official website.
If you are thinking of giving NATA, you should check eligibility and the syllabus first.
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