What after 10+2?

Board exams are over, so what next? It’s time for the most important and difficult question that one faces after 12th Board exams! Let us discuss the various study options available for students to choose from. To make it more useful for themselves, students are requested to share their stream... View More

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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-11 17:39:30
    Aritra76381 To pursue B.E. / B.Tech :
    - You need to complete 12th with minimum 60% (Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) from recognized board to join good college. However, there are colleges which take students who have scored 45% - 50%.
    - Your age must be between 17-23 years.
    - You need to appear in entrance exam. Some of the entrance exams are :
    JEE Advanced: Joint Entrance Exam Advanced
    JEE Main: Joint Entrance Exam Main
    ATIT: All India Admission Test Icfai University
    BITSAT: Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test
    Chandigarh Admission: Joint Admission Committee, Chandigarh
    MUOET: Manipal University Online Entrance Test
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-11 17:36:55
    ravi44317 * There are numerous course options available after 12th. Below is the list of some of the courses :
    BBA
    BBM
    B.E. / B.Tech
    BCA
    DCA
    B.Sc
    MBBS
    BDS
    Nursing
    Fashion Design
    Interior Design
    Hotel Management
    B.Com
    B.A. LLB
    Animation
    Multimedia
    Graphic Design
    Web Design
    Game Design
    Company Secretary (CS)
    Chartered Accountant (CA)
    Mass Communication
    You must opt for the one which matches your interest, skills and long term career goal. Choose and decide wisely as your decision will help you to frame your career accordingly.
    * As far as getting a job is concerned, it is the responsibility of the candidate. One may explore certain things such as :
    -Communi
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-11 17:35:51
    sanjay24633 1) To pursue BCA, candidates need to pass 12th standard with at least 50% in any stream with Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
    2) Some of the colleges offering BCA are :
    -IEC University
    -New Delhi Institute for Information Technology and Management (NDIIT)
    -Sikkim Manipal University
    -P.M. College of Engineering (PMCE)
    -The L F College of Engineering & Management (TM)
    -Institute of Management & Technology
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    Shivangi Gupta | Contributor-Level 9

    2014-03-10 17:40:43
    pranav60177 There are numerous course options available after 12th. Below is the list of some of the courses :
    BBA
    BBM
    B.E. / B.Tech
    BCA
    DCA
    B.Sc
    MBBS
    BDS
    Nursing
    Fashion Design
    Interior Design
    Hotel Management
    B.Com
    B.A. LLB
    Animation
    Multimedia
    Graphic Design
    Web Design
    Game Design
    Company Secretary (CS)
    Chartered Accountant (CA)
    Mass Communication
    You must opt for the one which matches your interest, skills and long term career goal. Choose and decide wisely as your decision will help you to frame your career accordingly.
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    Mayank S | Contributor-Level 9

    2014-03-10 17:39:09
    shanthi62378 1) To pursue B.E. / B.Tech :
    - You need to complete 12th with minimum 60% (Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) from recognized board to join good college. However, there are colleges which take students who have scored 45% - 50%.
    - Your age must be between 17-23 years.
    - You need to appear in entrance exam. Some of the entrance exams are :
    JEE Advanced: Joint Entrance Exam Advanced
    JEE Main: Joint Entrance Exam Main
    ATIT: All India Admission Test Icfai University
    BITSAT: Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test
    Chandigarh Admission: Joint Admission Committee, Chandigarh
    MUOET: Manipal University Online Entrance
    ...more
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    Mayank S | Contributor-Level 9

    2014-03-10 17:38:34
    Digvijay21289 * Eligibility Criteria for B.E. / B.Tech :
    - You need to complete 12th with minimum 60% (Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) from recognized board to join good college. However, there are colleges which take students who have scored 45% - 50%.
    - Your age must be between 17-23 years.
    - You need to appear in the entrance exam.
    * Below is the list of B.Tech colleges :
    -College of Engineering, Guindy (CEG)
    -Institute of Technology - Banaras Hindu University (IT-BHU)
    -Delhi Technological University
    -Loyola College
    -Stella Maris College
    -Fergusson College
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    Mayank S | Contributor-Level 9

    2014-03-10 17:38:01
    manish80256 After completing B.Arch, there are multiple opportunities equally in private and public sectors.
    - Skilled professionals can seek employment in government organizations such as city development, state and central public work, departments, municipalities, housing and urban development corporation.
    - The most advantaged scope in the field of architecture is private practice. After gaining some experience in an organization, the architects can set up their own company.
    - Professionals in this career can also opt for teaching jobs in universities and colleges.
    - A skilled architect, to work as a consultant or to set up private p
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    Mayank S | Contributor-Level 9

    2014-03-10 17:36:35
    manish80256 1) After completing B.Arch, you may opt for post graduate level courses, such as :
    -M.Arch
    -M.Tech in Architecture Engineering
    -M.Tech in Town & Country Planning
    -MPhil in Architecture Engineering
    2) You may even opt for specialized fields, such as :
    -Lighting
    -Green building
    -Construction management
    -Fire protection engineering
    -Building transportation systems
    -Acoustics design and construction
    Choose a course which matches your interest and skills.
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    Mayank S | Contributor-Level 9

    2014-03-10 17:36:00
    @hara 24652 Some of the good colleges offering B.Tech in Tamil Nadu are :
    -Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
    -National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
    -Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)
    -Vellore Institute of Technology
    -Thiagarajar College of Engineering
    -Sathyabama University
    -Sri Sai Ram Engineering College
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:31:56
    shrikant34379 1) - To become a Psychologist, you need to obtain a degree in Psychology or allied subjects.
    - You may then go for Post graduation in the desired branch of Psychology (Clinical Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Criminal Psychology, Child Psychology, Sports Psychology etc).
    - You may alongside attend workshops and short term therapeutic / organizational courses to enhance your counselling skills and widen up your opportunities.
    - Then, opt for research programs and apply for jobs in public or private sector and acquire experience alongside in the related field.
    2) If you wish to become a qualified Psychiatrist, then y
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:30:47
    himani80781 Always remember, there is good scope in almost every branch of engineering. Some of the demanding branches are :
    -Computer Science and Engineering
    -Electrical Engineering
    -Electronics and Communication Engineering
    -Civil Engineering
    -Mechanical Engineering
    -Aeronautical Engineering
    -Automobile Engineering
    -Chemical Engineering etc.
    Selecting a branch is entirely your decision. You should focus on what all you will study in each branch and choose a branch according to your interest and skills.
    You may discuss with your seniors and others about the pros and cons of each branch and make a decision which will help you in building
    ...more
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:30:20
    shanthi62378 There are many course options available after 12th Science. You must opt for the one which matches your interest and skills as it will help you to achieve your long term career goal.
    * After 12th in Science if you have studied Biology, Physics and Chemistry, you may take up medicine, dentistry, agricultural science, dairy science or biological sciences (biochemistry, biotechnology).
    [Eligibility criteria : complete 12th (PCB) with minimum 60% and sit for an entrance exam].
    * If you have Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in 12th then, you may go for engineering courses such as civil, mechanical, electronics etc. You may ev
    ...more
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:29:47
    Md Afroz83665 -> Eligibility Criteria for B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical engineering :
    - You need to complete 12th in Science (Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) with minimum 60% from recognized board to join good college. However, there are colleges which take students who have scored 45% - 50%.
    - Age must be between 17-23 years.
    - You need to sit for the entrance exam. Some of the entrance exams are :
    JEE Advanced: Joint Entrance Exam Advanced
    JEE Main: Joint Entrance Exam Main
    ATIT: All India Admission Test Icfai University
    BITSAT: Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test
    Chandigarh Admission: Joint Admission Committee, Ch
    ...more
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    Commented by

    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:29:12
    gulshan24682 * Eligibility Criteria for Lateral B.Tech :
    You need to score minimum aggregate of 60% marks in the diploma course. You need to sit for Lateral Entry Entrance Test or LEET which is conducted at state level. Some colleges and Universities too conduct their own lateral entry tests.
    * Below is the list of lateral B.Tech colleges :
    -MERI College of Engineering and Technology
    -Inderprastha Engineering College, Ghaziabad
    -Janeta Subash Institute of Technology
    -Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Technology
    -Uttaranchal Institute of Technology
    -IIMT College of Engineering
    -Institution of Electronics and Telecom Engineers
    -HMR Institute of Te
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    Commented by

    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:28:27
    pranav60177 Courses options in Maths field :
    -> You may opt for graduate courses such as:
    -Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
    -Bachelor of Science in Applied & Pure Maths
    -> After graduation, you may opt for :
    -Master of Science in Applied Maths
    -MBA
    -> You may even opt for specialization courses in Mathematics field :
    Pure Mathematics
    Applied Mathematics
    Computational Mathematics
    Algebra and Number Theory
    Topology and Foundations
    Geometric Analysis
    Analysis
    Probability and Statistics
    -> You may further join courses such as :
    -Master of Philosophy in Mathematics
    - PhD
    There are many courses available. Choose the one which matches your interest and s
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    Commented by

    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:27:40
    pranav60177 Courses options in Computer Science field :
    -> B.Sc in Computer Science / Information Technology : -
    [ Eligibility : To pursue B.Sc, you need to score a minimum of 50% marks in 12th with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) from any recognized board. The admission is based on the marks obtained in qualifying exam. The cut off marks varies from year to year. ]
    -> B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science engineering / Information Technology : -
    [ Eligibility : To pursue B.E. / B.Tech, you need to complete 12th with minimum 60% (Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) from recognized board to join good college. However, there are colleges wh
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:27:07
    shrikant62302 To join lateral B.Tech course, you need to score minimum aggregate of 60% marks in the diploma course. You need to sit for Lateral Entry Entrance Test or LEET which is conducted at state level. Some colleges and Universities too conduct their own lateral entry tests.
    Some of the lateral B.Tech colleges are :
    -MERI College of Engineering and Technology
    -Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Technology
    -Uttaranchal Institute of Technology
    -IIMT College of Engineering
    -HMR Institute of Technology and Management
    -Amity School of Engineering and Technology
  • Shiksha Ask & Answer

    Commented by

    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:26:40
    Digvijay21289 Always remember, there is good scope in almost every branch of engineering. Some demanding branches are :
    -Computer Science and Engineering
    -Electrical Engineering
    -Electronics and Communication Engineering
    -Civil Engineering
    -Mechanical Engineering
    -Aeronautical Engineering
    -Automobile Engineering
    -Chemical Engineering etc.
    Selecting a branch is entirely your decision. You should focus on what all you will study in each branch and choose a branch according to your interest and skills.
    You may discuss with your seniors and others about the pros and cons of each branch and make a decision which will help you in building up a
    ...more
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    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:25:47
    sohan14923 Generally, candidates join lateral B.Tech course after completing diploma in any engineering field to get direct entry into the second year. Degree course will open more opportunities for you.
    Eligibility Criteria :
    You need to score minimum aggregate of 60% marks in the diploma course. You need to sit for Lateral Entry Entrance Test or LEET which is conducted at state level. Some colleges and Universities too conduct their own lateral entry tests.
    Below is the list of lateral B.Tech colleges :
    -MERI College of Engineering and Technology
    -Inderprastha Engineering College, Ghaziabad
    -Janeta Subash Institute of Technology
    -Guru T
    ...more
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    Commented by

    Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

    2014-03-10 17:25:28
    smayra30406 There are many course options available after 12th Science. You must opt for the one which matches your interest and skills as it will help you to achieve your long term career goal.
    * After 12th in Science if you have studied Biology, Physics and Chemistry, you may take up medicine, dentistry, agricultural science, dairy science or biological sciences (biochemistry, biotechnology).
    [Eligibility criteria : complete 12th (PCB) with minimum 60% and sit for an entrance exam].
    * If you have Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in 12th then, you may go for engineering courses such as civil, mechanical, electronics etc. You may eve
    ...more

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