Last Updated on July 24, 2023 by Vishnu Nambiar
Choosing a good career is very important. The time when we are supposed to choose our career/course to do is after passing the 12th standard. This is where your school life ends. You start a new chapter in your life- college life! It is up to you to select the path. This article will just describe you about various courses that you can do after your school life (12th science). In the end, the choice is yours. You have to decide your own path!
Earlier, there used to be less courses on the offering. Students had less choice. Science students opted for BSc, Engineering or Medicine. Further, the courses offered in the above programs were basic and traditional. Let me give you an example- earlier, engineering was all about Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Chemical. Later with time, trades like IT, EC, Plastic Engineering etc were added. You may also check – Engineering entrance exams in India.
Now, there are so many courses on the offering that students don’t even know about many of them! So, this article will help you to know more about many ‘unknown’ courses that you can do after 12th science!
First of all, let us concentrate on Engineering:
Related to electricity- its production, transmission and management. An evergreen branch when it comes to job opportunities!
Related to machines, their working, parts manufacturing etc. Again, an evergreen branch when it comes to job opportunities!
Construction of buildings and structures, surveying land etc.
All about chemicals, their production, management etc.
Related to programming software, computers etc.
#Production Engineering-
Managing and overseeing the production and processes of a factory.
Managing Information, data etc.
#Electronics and Communications Engineering–
Related to electronics items and their systems
Related to food, its processing, new technologies related to food etc
#Power Engineering-
Related to electrical engg. All about production, transmission and management of power.
Combination of Engineering and Medical Science.
Related to vehicles- designing them, their parts etc.
Related to aviation. Maintaining and designing aeroplanes.
Catering the Engineering requirements in a ship.
Using technology to improve our environment.
Designing plastic products, developing new type of plastic etc.
All about designing machines for textile industry, developing new materials for clothing etc.
#Rubber Engineering-
Designing new products, developing new technology for rubber products etc.
Refining and producing petrol and by-products, developing new technology for it etc.
#Material Engineering-
Studying about various materials, their uses, properties etc. Developing new technology.
#Instrumentation and Control Engineering–
Related to automation, making control systems etc.
Related to sound systems, equipment, editing sound etc.
Combination of Mechanical and Electronics Engineering.
#Mining Technology Engineering–
Related to mining equipments, technology etc.
Using Engineering technology to increase agricultural production.
So that’s all folks! Too many branches to choose from! But before choosing your trade, make sure that you like it. If you like what you do, then you are more likely to get success! Also make sure that you get admission in a good college. Best of luck folks!
I am Vishnu Nambiar a career and educational blogger from India. I am also a full time educational consultant having more than 12 years of experience in the educational sector.
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Sir I’m interested in engineering course but I’m too weak in chemistry subject….So please suggest me which engg branch is to be taken?
Any branch other than Chemical Engineering, Food Processing Technology and Petroleum Engineering will be fine for you.
What are the courses related to mechanical engineering?
Automobile, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering etc are related to it.
IT is profitable after four years because my passion is IT so please tell me about it
sir, at this moment i don’t no more about computer but i have interested in it ,can i take computer engineering ? and which is best either hardware or software?
Ankita, you may go for Computer Science Engineering or BCA course. Software would be better.
Sir,
My self Rajesh, i’m interested in engineering.My choice is Mechanical,Production, and computer science. But to be honest I’m not that good in maths. What do you think will suit me or recommend me any other courses.
Rajesh, mathematics will be involved in almost all engineering branches. Especially in 1st year, you won’t be able to avoid mathematics subject. It would be better, if you face the subject and prepare it will. Choices you mentioned are good. Petroleum Engineering and Core branches of engineering are also good. Ensure that you pursue the course from a reputed institute.
i m studying diploma in mechanical engg…..
What can i do after this… What oportunities i hav after completing diploma???
Shambhu, you may go for B.E./B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering after completing Diploma program (lateral entry). DME (Diploma Marine Engineering) pre sea training course is a program that will help you join the merchant navy sector!
Sir i am confused that what is my passion
Myself pranal
Doing bsc and after then applying for civil services is better or not.
Pranal, it is a good decision. Work hard and you will be able to realize your dream one day!
Hello sir,
my self pranal,from mumbai.
I jst appeared 12 now.
I have a keen interest in maths.
Applying for civil services is good.
Doing bsc and gìving exams of railways n all gov sector
I’m Nisanth.Which is the best and job opportunity courses to take after 12th?
Nisanth, all branches have good scope if you pursue them from a good College. Core Branches are always evergreen. Other good Engineering branches are- Petroleum, Chemical and IC Engineering.
Sir,i am from nepal.In class 11,i have passed with physics,chemistry,mathematics and biology but in class 12,i have not taken mathematics subject because it is not compulsory to be taken or study(mathematics is optional for bio students).i have passed class 11 board with mathematics but class 12 board without mathematics.Can i apply for civil engineering in india?
Bivek, Mathematics subject in 12th board examination is required for admission into Engineering Colleges.
i want to go for robotics what should i do after 12th science
Kshitish, Instrumentation and Control as well as Electronics Engineering Branches will help you get started. After B.E./B.Tech., you may go for M.E./M.Tech. courses focusing on Robotics.
What condition in chem.eng
Chemical eng. Or computer eng. Which one is best
Sahin, both are good. But I’d say Chemical Engineering is but more good. But you have to be aware of the working conditions and nature of work, when it comes to this branch.
Hello sir, thanks for such a helpful blog. Sir, I like programming, electric circuits & robotics. Which branch should I prefer with above mentioned interests? Is there scope for robotics in India ?
Shubham, you may go for Instrumentation and Control Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering. You may specialize in Robotics after Graduation.
Sir I like computer field but I don’t like engineering what other field I do I am still studying 12 science plse help
Zakir, you may go for courses like- B.Sc. Computer Science, B.C.A. etc.
sir,i’m currently studing in class 12.my interested subjects r maths nd physics.
i wnt to pursue btech,then mtech but i’m confused which branch should i pursue.
another problem is that i have not taken any competitive coaching it’s just cbse one.
so would i be able to crack entrance exams!!!!
really confused,plzz guide me sir
Thanks you so much
Thank you so much sir for your kind suggestion. I am preparing for it.
thank u arun sir 🙂
thank u sir
🙂
sir ,
which among chemical and electronic engineering is the best?? I have a keen interest in research field
Jessa, Chemical would be better.
Dear sir,
I am from kolkata. I have passed my higher secondary exam in 2011 with 74% marks. After that i got admitted in physics (hons.) though my favorite subject was math. But i knew that i will be failed so i didn’t give exam. After that i did work in it sector. Right now i am thinking that to come back in Higher study…but i am very confused which subject i will choose…sometimes i think to study aeronautical engineering, sometimes mechanical engineering…i don’t understand what will i do??? Please sir suggest me..
Adhikari, both Aeronautical and Mechanical Branches are good. I’d give Mechanical Engineering a slight edge over the other branch. At the end of the day, the college in which you get admission also matters a lot! Make sure that you get admission in a good College.
sir i am presently doing diploma in computer engg. from govt. polytechnic sundernagar himachal pradesh . now i think that it will be good for me in future as i have very low condifence . i am also shy type. please help me can i want to go to top companies like google , microsoft , wipro can i please help me.
sir i m in 11
computer engineering is the best stream..
Sir, my composite score is 90.8. Can u suggest which government college will be good for me.
Sir, I got 82.3% in 12th and 70 in jee. I’m interested in electrical, mechanical and IT. I dont know which option to choose.can u help please??
Abhishek, Mechanical would be great. The I’d say Electrical.
which computer engineering college(software) is the best??
who is best cours BE and Bsc
i complated to 12t science..arun kallarackal plz send me to your contack number
sir i dont know what i can do after 12 ….i am interested in aronatical and mechanical which is best for getting job.. .
Soundar, Mechanical would be the better choice. Aeronautical also has good scope.
sir….i did not get reqired marks in jee but i want to be civil/elect… engi…er what should i do????
confused in aeranotical and mechatronics eng.
from vit
Hiee sir, my self harish I m confused about what to do after 12th , I m going to study my engineering in Bangalore ,according to Bangalore city which course is best for getting more jobs apporchonities…..
hello sir ,I am passionate and intetested in cs but want to know that
Is there a god job opportunity or not ? please reply waiting……
Ashish, CS still has got scope. But a lot depends on the College from which you graduate as well as your skills.
Sir i m so confuse to take a right decision about my career that what should I do after 12 . I want to earn a lot of money . So can you tell me in which field I should go
Sir, i am poor in physics and little bit in maths..so can u suggest me which engg brach will be good for me among Elex and telecomm,mechanical and computer
Aman, Computer Science Engineering will be good for you.
Sirr. . I have a question.!
I’m really confused about that k,, ” If I take I.T. branch.. then I have option to job in gujarat ?”
Ravi, IT sector is developing in Gujarat. Jobs are available in cities like Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad in abundance!
Admission prose’s one in which date
Sir I wanted to do research and development
Which stream should I choose?
Related to.
Bio technology,polymer chemistry
Or chemical ,electronics,
Or something other you may suggest ..
In future I wanted to become. A Manufacturer
And start own company.
Rohit, B Sc followed by M Sc will be good for you.
hello….sir I want to know which engineery degree is best for my future petroleum, mechanical or electrical engineering
Ritik, both are core branches of Engineering. To be honest, both branches will provide you with ample amounts of job opportunities!
Am currently in 12th standard. Iam cofused to choose a course in engineering.please help me out. Iam interested in aeronautical n computer science.. I got 93% in inter results..so help me to choose a better course.
Amtul Afreen, you may go for branches like Aerospace Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering.
sir! I am in 12th class from up board.which are the most demanded engineering branches and posts in India.I am studying PCM subjects now.
Jasveer, the core branches are in good demand. Apart from that- Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, IC Engineering etc are also good ones.
sir,in my 12th i hve studied biomaths in tamilnadu.im confused of selecting courses after 12.but i hve a faith that i can do anytng whatever i select with my own intrest.the problem is that how can i bringforth the intrest i had & tell me whether bioengineering not biomedical courses available in india more possibly in tamilnadu
sir, I give my 12th board exm ths year n now in these holidays I want to do some course which was benficial for me ..I m a science student n think to opt for engineering or Bsc ..so according to ths plzz suggest me some course ..plzz rply sir as soon as possible…I m very thnkful to ur rply….
Aditi, if you are weak in English, you may polish English speaking skills. You may also learn foreign languages. Also, check out short courses like web development, graphics related ones etc.
but i am not interested to do computer engg futhur i am good in chem maths n i am very much confused between civil electronics and mechatronics can u plzzz suggest me wat to do next??
sir,in 11th & 12th std my vocational sub was CS
Thank you, Sir.
Jst An Amzing n Helpng Site To Needed peoples .. who Found In trouble in his future planng ..
Thank You …….! 🙂
Sir, I’m interested in space and electronics. Which engineering course should I pursue?
Koshy, you may go for branches like ECE, Aeronautical, EEE etc.
sir..iam sathish..iam expecting 194 cutoff marks in 12th public exams sir..iam interested in engg sir..iam from middle class family sir..i have to earn more money and i want to uplift my life to greater extent sir..please refer me courses suitable for me..iam interested in electronics..and especially in mechanical sir..mechanical is good or not?? can i have good job with decent salary sir.?? ur opinion about mechatronics… waiting fr ur reply sir…
Good
Sir computer science good for me or not……..because i have more knowledge of computer……. So i want to choose cs…..
Vikas, you may choose Computer Engineering then! 🙂
Sir I am a Sci student interested in football n automobile but my marks is not so good so what can I do after 12
Is aeronautical engineering is a right option for career ..can
It will provide govt. job oppourtunities
i have had a love for machines since childhood. but people say mech engg is tough so im confused whether to go or not for mechanical engineering.. id really appreciate your advice.
Binson, it may be tough. But if you are interested in it, I guess you can do it 🙂
apart from mechanical enghineereing,does civil engineering and forensic psychology have any scope in the present worl specially India
Sir,i have a one question. Mai abroad ki job krna chaahta hu but engineering kr k toh mujhko kaunsi engineering krni chahiye ? Plzz help us
Tarunesh, try Engineering branches like- Petroleum Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering etc.
sir..my aim is to become an architecture but which course and engineering would ihave to choose to do so…….
Anchit, go for B Arch or Civil Engineering.
Sir what is difference in Information Technology and Computer engg ? Which will have a better veiw in job prospectus in future. …
Dhruv, IT is relatively new, dealing with information management, database etc. CS is more of a core line, involving programming etc.
sir I am intrested in designing and management but i want to go for engineering, so which field will be better for me?
Alfaz, try Architecture or civil engineering.
sir I am intrested in designing and management but i want to go for engineering so which field will be better for me?
..Sir, I am a 10th grade(ICSE) student. I have many doubts regarding my career options. Some of them are as follows:-
-I study in ICSE board right now, and live in Gujarat. Is it advisable to change my board after 10th ? I want to be in a college in Gujarat if possible.
-I have interest in software engineering. But when I gave an aptitude test, the result showed me that I should go with mechanical branch as I have more potential in that. Is that advisable? Because currently I possess no interest in mechanical branch.
-last question, I have heard that aeronautical engineering is a great branch in mechanical and has a lot of job opportunities, are there any colleges in Gujarat for the same?
Okay, so these were some of my questions. Waiting for your reply. Thank you!
sir ,
I m in 12th standard nd pursuing wth non med.
nd I m vry much cofused about the engg. courses
nd acc. to my interest I m vry much interstd in physcs nd maths
so whch course is best for me…??
plzz hlp me….
Sonam, core branches are good. But the question is- do you have interest in them?
I am chintan. You re my help this micenical engeeniaring informeson me
I want to know what we have to study to become a chemical engineer?Does it has scope?
Utsav, go for BE or B Tech in Chemical Engineering.
I’m in 11th now and have took science
Biology, chemistry and designing are my passion but i’m confused in which engineering line i could use all these..any suggestions?
Uma, you may go for Chemical Engineering, Bio Informatics, Biomedical Engineering etc.
I am about to finish 12th std and I am interested in technologically based jobs in MNCs and now I am totally confused and upset in choosing the right course coz i dont have deep knowledge about any of the courses….so please help me sir..!!
Jayesh, follow your passion. Take an aptitude test and find out the branch that suits you best.
I am science student but of my problem i am not able to study MBBS,,and engeering . what can i do ? which course should i have to prefer?
Aadit, other than MBBS and Engineering, you have other options like- B Sc, BAMS, BDS, B Pharm, Pharm D, Diploma courses etc. There are other design related courses too, which I have mentioned in the article.
im totaly cinfused offer me whch is best engineering course to be choosed
Shokie, you have to select a good branch based on criteria such as the marks you obtained, your passion job scope etc.
im confused which option to choose and which will hv better job opportunities in Mumbai and i also want to know about colleges in Mumbai which provides the above courses
First consider your passions. Choose a branch based on that first. if it is job that matters, go for any of the core branches, IC etc. Regarding colleges in Mumbai, unfortunately I don’t have that information, as I’m not from Mumbai.
m interested in computer science….will it be good for me
Aish, if you are genuinely interested, then do it. Just make sure that you get admission in a good college, to do that course.