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If you know which career to select after Class 12 but not sure of the subjects that you should opt in graduation or the entrance exams that you should take after Class 12, then we have the solution. The following links will give you the pros and cons of some of the commonly chosen careers by students after Class 12.

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reer Options After 12th Science

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There is no lack of career/ course options for a science student after completing 12th standard. There are so many career options to pursue other than engineering (B.Tech) and medical (MBBS).

The major advantage that science students have over non-science students is that they are eligible for science as well as non-science options – a privilege not available to students from commerce and humanities streams.

We have compiled a list of various courses (and therefore careers) that students can pursue after completing their 10+2 in the science stream:

Course & Career Options	Eligibility to pursue course/ career
B.Tech/BE: Engineering is one of the sought after careers in India today. Even if you have scored something between 50% and 60%, engineering is a lucrative option for you. Some institutes term the Bachelor’s degree as BE or Bachelor of Engineering and some term it B.Tech or Bachelor in Technology. The job prospects increase manifold with a BE or B.Tech degree. List of careers in engineering.	The basic requirement for these undergraduate courses is Physics, Chemistry and Maths at the HSC level. So, even a biology student having these subjects can take these courses. All about studying engineering in India
MBBS: One of the first options for students with Science with Biology at the 10+2 level is to pursue MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery). It is the basic degree for an aspiring allopathic doctor. MBBS, as a career option, has huge scope in India and abroad. After completing your MBBS, you can specialize in fields like neurosurgery, psychiatry and orthopedics. The job industry is huge, you can work in a hospital or set up your own private clinic. Career after MBBS	10+2 with Biology or Life Sciences as one of the core subjects. Entrance exams are held for MBBS/BDS programs in various medical colleges across India. Some of the important MBBS entrance exams are AIPMT, JIPMER and AIIMS. List of medical entrance exams
BAMS: Have you thought of pursuing a course in Ayurvedic medicine? If you have passed your 10+2 in science, then Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine or BAMS is one of the options that you can choose as your career. Ayurvedic medicine is one of the oldest forms of medicine practiced in India and is gaining lot of popularity both in India and abroad. More about a career in ayurveda: Career in Ayurveda	10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry & Biology) with 50% or more in aggregate. You have to appear for entrance exams held by different universities for admission to BAMS. More about the course: Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
B.Pharma: This is a professional course and it prepares students for the pharmaceutical industry. These professionals are in great demand in India and abroad. After completing the course, you can work as pharmacist, drug inspector, drug therapist, health inspector, or as a drug technician. Careers as a pharmacy: Career as a Pharmacist	10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology as core subjects.More about this course: Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
B.Sc Nursing: Do you have patience & believe in hard work? Are you organized & good at multi-tasking? Then, BSc Nursing would be a good option for you. You will be trained in all theoretical & practical aspects of nursing. After completing the course you can join health institutes, medical colleges or private nursing homes as trained & certified nurses. Career as a nurse: Nursing careers.	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Some colleges hold entrance exams for admission to BSc Nursing courses. More about this course: B.Sc Nursing
B.Sc (Hons) : If you are deeply interested in pursuing a career in academics or research, B.Sc (Hons) in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Zoology or Botany will help you do just that. You can further your prospects by doing a masters degree and then moving on to research and working as a junior research fellow in any reputed research institute. You can also pursue a career as a lecturer in any university or get jobs in chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, or in government organizations like ONGC.	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology or Computer Science.
B.Sc Anthropology: Have you ever thought about studying the socio-cultural development of humans? Armed with a science background you can pursue a course in anthropology which traces the biological and the socio-cultural evolution of humans right from their origin. After completing your higher studies in anthropology, you can work as a curator, urban planner, tour guide, culture resource manager or work as a research scholar.	10+2 with Biology as one of your core subjects. Anthropology career in India
B.Sc Occupational Therapy: Another relatively new option that you can explore is B.Sc Occupational Therapy (BOT). You can work with patients who suffer from orthopedic, neurological and psychological/psychiatric disorders. More about this career: Occupational Therapist	10+2 with PCB (physics, chemistry and biology). More about this course: Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
B.Sc Physiotherapy: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (B.P.T) prepares a student for the practice of physiotherapy. A physiotherapist could be employed in the rehabilitation departments, municipal corporations and private bodies. More about this career: Physiotherapist	10+2 or equivalent thereto, with 50% or more marks in the aggregate of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English Core. More about this course: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
B.Sc Computer Science (H): B.Sc (CS) mainly focuses on the mathematical and theoretical foundations of computing, rather than teaching specific technologies that may quickly become outdated. Career in Computer Science	Although people prefer to enhance their skills by pursuing higher education, IT companies hire B.SC (CS) students for the post of software testers and software developers.
B.Sc Electronics (H): A degree in B.Sc. (Honours) Electronics covers all the key concepts required to become a successful professional. The course provides students with skills which are required to design electrical, electronic, computer, automation and communication systems. Opportunities are available in research and development, aerospace and defense electronics, design, testing, production, inspection, quality control, project management and technical sales.	This degree enhances career advancement opportunities for graduates and supplies the high technology sector with well educated professionals possessing strong practical skills.
B.Arch:If you feel that you have a great imagination, ability to visualize things and you are good at drawing, you can pursue a course in architecture. Bachelor in Architecture is a 5 year long undergraduate course.	For admission to most architectural colleges, the eligibility is 50 percent marks in HSC or equivalent, with physics, chemistry and maths as compulsory subjects but you need to clear the entrance exam such as JEE Main (AIEEE) and NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture.) You can then pursue a masters in architecture or work as a site engineer.
BCA: If you want to churn your career in the field of computer applications and have a keen interest in computers, then you should go for Bachelor in Computer Applications (BCA). It is a three year degree course concentrating primarily on programming languages.	10+2 in any stream with Mathematics and English as core subjects.Entrance tests are conducted in individual colleges for admission to BCA.You can further your career and do a MCA after your BCA to be at par with BTech degree holders.
BBA: Did you know that even if you come from the science stream, you can pursue a Bachelor in Business of Bachelor Admission (BBA), if you have Mathematics and English as core subjects? It is a three year degree course which is designed to impart management education and inculcate entrepreneurship skills in a student.	10+2 from any stream with Mathematics and English as core subjects and a minimum aggregate of 50%. You need to sit for entrance exams conducted by different colleges offering BBA program.
B.A/ B.Sc Economics: A BA or BSc Economics is one of the lucrative degrees in India today. A degree in Economics can open up opportunities in investment firms, public sector undertakings, government enterprises and NGOs. You should do your post graduation to improve your career prospects and even take up research options in government organizations or join as a lecturer in a university or college. While most of the colleges across India offer a Bachelors degree in Economics, some give a BA degree, some offer a BSc degree.	10+2 with mathematics and English as core subjects. Some universities hold entrance exams where concepts of Mathematics and English are tested for admission to B.Sc Economics.
B.A English: If you have always loved English Literature and Hamlet or Macbeth has fascinated you or you are transported to a the world ‘of golden daffodils’ then you can opt for English Hons, even if you’ve pursued science in 10+2.	Most colleges hold entrance examinations for admission to BA English Hons course. A degree in English will open up opportunities of a teacher, lecturer and even that of a journalist.
B.Com: If you feel science is no longer your cup of tea and wish to do something else, you can also pursue a bachelors in commerce from any university.	10+2 from any stream. You can do a B.Com course through correspondence and simultaneously pursue a professional course like CA, CS or ICWA.
B.Sc Zoology: Zoology is the branch of biology that focuses on behavior, structure and evolution of animals. As a Zoologist or an Ecologist you can take up research oriented highly dynamic and exciting jobs and work with National Geography, Discovery, Animal Planet.	10+2 in science with at least 55% aggregate for admission to any of the reputed colleges. After B.Sc Zoology, you can apply to courses like Marine Biology, Fisheries Science, Coastal Ecosystems Ecology and Management, Terrestrial and Marine Conservation Biology, Ecosystem Analysis, and Numerical Modelling. you can pursue M.Sc. in Zoology, after you complete your graduation.
Biochemistry: This is a vibrant, dynamic discipline that embraces the study of biology from the point of view of chemistry. Today, biochemistry graduate curriculums are at the forefront of many careers that help to keep human, animals and plants free of disease.	Science stream students fresh out of 10+2 can opt for a B.Sc. in Biochemistry. Learn more about careers in this field: Career in biochemistry
Botany: If you are interested in studying the what and how of plants, Botany is the course for you. You can also pursue MSc in Microbiology and then go for a doctorate.	Science stream students fresh out of 10+2 can opt for a B.Sc. in Biochemistry. Importance given to Physics, Chemistry & Biology for admissions.
B.Sc Microbiology: This is a discipline of great importance. Research in this field has been revolutionized by innovative technologies like genomics, bioinformatics and genetic engineering. Career scope after this course:	10+2 in science with Physics, Chemistry & Biology
B.Sc. (H) Biomedical Science: In this course you will be taught principles of Biotechnology, Microbiology, Genetics, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Medicinal Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Techniques etc. and related fields. After graduation, you may seek jobs in the pharmaceutical industry, clinical research laboratories etc.	10+2 in science with Physics, Chemistry & Biology More on: Career opportunities in Biomedical Science
Biotechnology: Biotechnology involves the use of living things in medicine, engineering and technology. You can pursue a B.Sc in Biotechnology or even an engineering degree in Biotechnology; you can further your skills by taking up Masters in Biotechnology or enter the job market in fields like pharmaceuticals and diagnostic industry.	10 + 2 science stream graduates can opt for a B.Tech (Biotechnology) or an integrated M. Tech (Biotechnology); science stream graduates from any field (engineering, medicine etc.) can opt for a M. Tech (Biotechnology). Read: Career in Biotechnolgy
Physics (H): One can enter many professions that include, but are not limited to, traditional Physics. Physics equips a student with skills like mathematical modeling, problem solving, designing experiments, interpretation of experimental data, and reflecting on answers before trusting them, research experience, laboratory technique, and communication skills.	Pass 10 + 2 science stream
Chemistry (H): A graduate degree in BSc Chemistry opens up doors to pursue higher studies in subjects like Analytical, Organic or BioChemistry. You can find jobs in the chemical, pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical device industries as a process development chemist and analytical chemist. You can also find jobs in the food industry, in the teaching industry, agrochemical industry, polymers and plastic industry, petrochemical industry and even in alternative energy departments.	Pass 10 + 2 science streamA bachelor’s degree in chemistry will also open doors to many university and government jobs, but you’ll generally need a master’s degree or Ph.D. to advance in these environments. A higher degree like a master’s or Ph.D will enhance your job prospects in universities and government organisations.

Humanities Careers

Humanities too offer a plethora of career options. One can pursue research studies, journalism, teaching and social work as careers. Click here for careers in humanities.

Armed Forces Careers

Do you love your country and are patriotic enough to devote your entire life in the service of the nation, then this the is the career for you. Click here for various career options in Humanities.

Management Careers

The most sought after career is MBA, one of the top-paying careers today. And if you’re a student from an top institution such as the Indian Institutes of Management, easily expect Rs 7.5- 8lac per annum as a fresher. Click here for various management careers.

Mass Communication Careers

Mass Communication includes many interesting mediums such as the television, newspaper, radio, advertisements, public relations, and many more. Although this field has been there for a long time but the real value of this field has gained credit in the recent time. Click here for various mass communication careers.

Agriculture, Science and Technology Careers

Despite rapid strides in modernization and India’s march towards globalization, agriculture has always been the backbone of our economy. It still employs more than two third of the labour force in the country and is a major contributor to our national economy. It meets our basic need for food and also the requirement, for the raw material needed by the manufacturing sector. Science and Technology have contributed significantly to agriculture in terms of improving productivity and quality. In order to gain a foothold in the highly competitive global market and to make major gains in the export market, there is an increasing demand for professionally qualified people in this sector. Click here for details on agriculture, science and technology careers.

Designing Careers

If you are creative, love playing with colours, shapes and paintings then careers in designing is a good option. You can dabble in fashion designing, gemology or Graphic designing. Click here to learn more.

Commerce Careers

Due to rapid economic growth the career view have expanded immensely. If you love numbers and have a logical bent of mind then amongst the various career options available in India today, are those which lead to commerce related careers. Click here for details.

Performing Arts Careers

Many people are attracted to the idea of working in the performing arts. For the successful few, making their living as actors, musicians, singers and dancers, it can be a glamorous life. However, there are many more people working away from the spotlight, making sure performances run smoothly, and promoting artists and productions. For details on Performing Arts, click here

career options and courses/ degrees you can study after commerce in 12th:

Course & Career Options	Eligibility to pursue course/ career
B.Com (Pass): If you have a low percentage in 10+2, you can pursue B.Com Pass and can pursue professional courses like CA, CS or ICWA.	10+2 from any stream is the minimum eligibility criteria of colleges offering B.Com Pass courses. Check out our commerce hub, for more information. You can also click on careers in commerce for more information.
B.Com (Hons):You can pursue your post graduation ie. M.Com after completing your graduation and increase your chances in the teaching profession, banking sector, financial organisations, export companies, and business houses. Alternatively, you may even pursue an MBA in foreign trade, finance or even HR and marketing.	10+2 from any stream. Cut-offs in this stream are extremely high but if you have scored around 90% your chances of getting through B.Com (H) are bright. For details, click here. You may also pursue professional courses like CA, CS or ICWA along with your B.Com Degree.
ICWA: Becoming a Cost & Works Accountant is among the good options after 12th for Commerce. The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI) promotes, regulates, and develops the profession of Cost Accountancy in India.	A student from any stream after having passed the 10+2 examination is eligible to appear for the Foundation Course. For details, click here.
BA (Hons.) Business Economics/ B.Com.(with specialization in Business Economics): This course covers subjects like Economics, Statistics, Quantitative Techniques, Finance, International Trade, Computers and Environmental Economics; is an option for those interested in trade & commerce. It’s a 3yr professional course that will help you with employment opportunities in corporate houses, NGO’s & research institutions & also to enable you to pursue higher studies in Eco, Management & Finance.	10+2 with 55% and English and Mathematics as core subjects. Some universities in India like the University of Delhi admit students on the basis of an admission test. Other universities like Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda admit students based on the marks obtained at the 10+2 level, provided you have either of the following subjects: Economics, Accounts, Business Mathematics, StatisticsRead More.
B.A Economics: A BA in Economics focuses mainly on theoretical concepts and prepares you for higher studies. After graduation you can go for M.A Eco (H). Alternately, you can pursue an M.Phil in Economics, or specialize in a branch like Business or Micro Economics, Macro Economics, Labour Economics, Industrial Economics and International Economics. There are colleges that offer courses like Masters in Business Economics, which is a course of high repute. You can appear for Indian Economic Services; the people who get selected are recruited as Grade A officers in organisations like the Planning Commission, Planning Board, and the Ministry of Economic Affairs. You can even write reports on economic and business events in newspapers. There is also a growing demand for economics teachers in India and abroad. For details, click here.	10+2 in any stream. Some colleges may prefer that you have subjects such as mathematics, economics and accounting in your 10+2.
BA Hons (English): One of the unconventional but solid career options after 12th, English Literature will open up doors for journalism or higher studies or even options for B.Ed and UGC NET (to be a qualified lecturer in college or university).	You have to pass 10+2 with a minimum aggregate of 50%. Many universities hold entrance tests for admission to English Hons.courses. Colleges in Calcutta like Presidency College, St Xaviers and Lady Brabourne hold entrance tests for admission to English Hons.courses.Read More
BBA:A management degree is yet another option for interested candidates. If you have Mathematics and English as core subjects, then Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is a good option for you. It is a three-year degree course designed to impart management education and inculcate entrepreneurship skills in a student. Possible job profiles after this course include marketing managers, financial managers, strategic mangers, operations managers and human resource managers.	10+2 from any stream provided you have Mathematics and English as core subjects and a minimum aggregate of 50%. You need to sit for entrance exams conducted by different colleges offering BBA program. For details on Business Management, click here.
BCA: Do you want to permanently bid good-bye to commerce but are wondering what to take up next? Then Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) is a good choice if you have a technical bent of mind. BCA is a three year degree course concentrating primarily on programming languages.	10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate from any stream. Entrance tests are conducted in individual colleges for admission to BCA courses. For details click here.
BAF: BAF stands for Bachelors in Accounting and Finance. The duration of the course is 3 years. The course mainly focuses on tax, cost accounting, auditing, business law and economics, among other things. You can pursue higher education in finance and accounting, or an M.Com or even an MBA in finance. It is a good course if you want to work in the field of accounting and finance. Colleges like St. Francis, St. Xavier’s and Loyola College in Mumbai offer this course.	You need to have at least 50% at your HSC level. To know more about accounting and finance, click here.
BFM: BFM or Bachelors of Financial Markets is a three year undergraduate course that focuses on debt markets, equity markets, risk management, micro economics, investment, mutual funds and security markets. By organising things like industry visits, the course exposes students to operational environment in the field of Financial Markets. Colleges like K.J Somaiya and LS Raheja in Mumbai offer this course. You can further your prospects by pursuing certification courses in financial markets provided by the NSE. You can also pursue courses like CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or better your skills and employment prospects by pursuing an MBA or M.Com.

BBI: Bachelors in Banking and Insurance course is also a 3 year undergraduate course. The course focuses on topics like financial accounting and management, banking laws, business laws, corporate laws, auditing, and cost. You can pursue and MBA or an M.Co	You need to have at least 50% at your HSC level.Read More
B.Sc (H) Maths: The course mainly revolves around developing mathematical skills in algebra, calculus and data analysis. Ideally you should go for higher studies, but there are opportunities available in many financial services companies and the data processing, testing and research centres of multinational companies.Difference between B.Sc Maths and Statistics	You need to have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with a minimum of 50% marks aggregate in Physics, Maths and any one of the following: Chemistry, Statistics, Geology, Computer Science, Informatics practices and Geography and must have passed in each of the concerned three subjects. The minimum % required varies from college to college.
B.Sc (H) Statistics/ B.Stat (Hons): The mathematically oriented curriculum of B.Sc (H) Stats is an excellent degree courses, and is designed to teach subjects like probability and permutations. After your graduation, you can pursue courses like actuarial sciences. You can even pursue courses like M.Stats from the Indian Institute of Statistics. With a bachelor’s degree in Statistics, one can become a business analyst, research officer, data analyst, investigator or a lecturer. Difference Between B.Sc (Maths) and B.Sc (Statistics)	50% marks in Mathematics and 45% marks in the aggregate. Some institutes only require mathematics & English as subjects in 10+2. 10+2 from any stream with 60% or more marks in Mathematics and 55% or more marks in aggregate of four subjects including mathematics.
B.Sc.(H) Computer Science: Are you also debating an option of trying something different from commerce but have a love for mathematics? Then why don’t you try a course in Computer Science? A B.Sc. in Computer Science and then a higher degree would open various opportunities in the IT sector, banks, or even research options.	Read More
CS (Company Secretary): A CS plays a vital role in a company’s management. A Company Secretary is expected to take crucial decisions regarding legal matters, tax, finance, excise laws, corporate laws, labour laws and corporate planning. He is the most important link connecting the shareholders, regulatory agencies and the board of directors.	For this prestigious career, you can also appear for the Foundation Program for Company Secretary, if you have passed 10+2 in any stream. Career as a Chartered AccountantRead More
Mass Communication/Journalism :If you have a flair for writing and do not wish to continue with commerce any longer, then from all the degrees, mass communication would be just the right option for you. You can specialize in print journalism, advertising, radio journalism or television journalism; working as a reporter, copy editor, editor, content writer, web editor, producer or journalist. Mass Communication Education in India	A student should have passed 10+2 from any stream. Entrance tests are conducted for admission to Mass Communication program in any institute or college of repute. Some of the important universities offering bachelors degree in mass communication or journalism courses are IP University, Delhi University, Calcutta University, and Mumbai University. Mass Communication Career in IndiaRead More
Language Courses: If you consider yourself a linguist, then you can even pursue a course in any foreign language offered by many universities. These include Indian languages. Alternatively, you can pursue a full time regular course in any other subject and learn French from Alliance Francoise, German from MaxMuellerBhavan or Italian from the Italian Embassy. Learning a new language armed with a B.Com Pass degree or a Mass Communication/ Journalism degree will give you an added advantage.Embassies and even corporate organisations look for people with knowledge of a foreign language. These days BPOs (Business Process Outsourcing) also look for people with an understanding of regional languages like Marathi, Tamil or Bengali.	You don’t require any specific qualification to study at cultural centres such as Max Mueller Bhavan or Alliance Francaise etc. Some universities such as Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) require you to clear an entrance exam to be selected for the BA, MA and M. Phil courses in a particular language. Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Learning, All about Online Education in India

Humanities as a Career

Students who major in humanities (English, history, sociology, foreign languages, etc.) are known for their sharp analytical skills, but how does a nuanced understanding of nineteenth century literature translate into a paycheck once you’re out of college? The PayScale College Salary Report includes a number of career paths available to humanities majors that require right brain thinking and have high earning potential. Creativity and critical thinking skills are valuable assets to many employers, especially when supplemented with additional technical skills or training.

A surprising number of Senior Marketing Directors hold a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. With a median mid-career salary of more than $100,000, that’s a good argument to use against anybody who says English is a waste of time. Other popular, high-paying jobs popular with English majors are Executive Editor, Content Strategist, Editorial Director and Senior Technical Writer.

Just because you major in the humanities, it doesn’t mean that you should never set foot in the computer science department. In fact, picking up a few tech skills can really pay off. For example, a Copywriter who aspires to work online, would, unsurprisingly, benefit from basic proficiency in blogging, html, or content management.

Other popular and profitable positions for humanities majors that benefit from some familiarity with a computer include Content Marketing Manager, Web Producer and Content Strategist.