What are the various research areas in the field of cryptography?

Hi Anisha, If you enjoy mysteries and puzzles, and are good with numbers, a job in cryptology (also called cryptography) might be right for you. A cryptologist deciphers secret codes and may create codes and encryption as well. Cryptologists work for government agencies, the military, computer companies and financial institutions to help safeguard private information. A career in cryptology requires intelligence, adaptability and a strong character.To become a cryptologist you will need a bachelor's degree in fields such as- Mathematics Computer science Computer programming Engineering Foreign languages International relations Cryptology is offered in institutes such as the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkatta, Indian Institute of Science, IIT, Madras, IIT, Guwahati. Also Cryptography is offered as a subject in the following institutions: IIT, Kanpur, IIT, Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kharagpur, IDRBT, Hyderabad, IIIT, Hyderabad, CMI, Chennai, BITS Pilani, NCST, Mumbai, DOEACC, Delhi (C level), Agra University, AU-KBC Centre, Chennai (MS Cryptography & Network Security),SASTRA, Tanjavur . For further details check the individual website. Hope this information helps. Please feel free to revert. Click on the thumbs up or mark it as the best, if you found this useful. Wish You Luck!

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