B Voc Course: Full Form, Admission 2023, Fees, Syllabus, Entrance Exam, Career Scope

BVoc or Bachelor of Vocation has become one of the most popular courses in India as vocational or skill-based education is more significant in the current times. BVoc aims at providing adequate skills required for a particular trade. The course is different from traditional academic programmes as it deals more with application-based studies rather than focusing on only theoretical knowledge. BVoc is a three-year duration undergraduate course that can be pursued in a wide range of fields starting from healthcare, food technology and hospitality to creative fields like graphic designing and beauty & wellness.

One of the biggest advantages of pursuing BVoc course against common degree courses is that a candidate has multiple exit points during the programme and continued industry exposure. This means that if a candidate is unable to complete his/ her BVoc course, s/he is still awarded a diploma after successful completion of first year or advanced diploma after successful completion of second year. Apart from this, work experience gained by the candidate during the course increases their chances of getting a job. There are a number of colleges and universities in India that offer BVoc courses in tie-up with different industries. Know the complete requirements of a BVoc course in terms of eligibility criteria, course curriculum, job profiles and more below.

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BVoc Course Highlights

Check key points related to Bachelor of Vocation in the table below which contains the highlights on course level, course duration, entrance exams, average salaries, course fees, top recruiters and top job profiles. Candidates can refer to highlights for a quick reference:

Particulars	Details
Degree Name	Bachelor of Vocation
Degree Type	Undergraduate
Course Duration	3 years
Education Mode	Full-Time
Eligibility Criteria	Completed Graduation from recognised university with 50% marks.
Course Fee	INR 10,000- 1 lakh per annum
Top Institutes	Dr BR Ambedkar University, Sonapur College, SNDT College, TISS
Average Salary	IN 3.5 LPA- 6 LPA
Job Profiles	Computer Operator, Accountant, Beautician, Product Development Engineer, Automobile Engineer, Research Scientist, Vocational Teacher, Home Economist, Food Technologist
Admission Process	RIE CEE, PTET, DUET, IGNOU B.Ed Entrance, NIOS
Top Recruiters	Amul, TELCO, Hyundai, Hero MotoCorp, Toyota, Renault, L&T

All About BVoc

BVoc which is also known as Bachelor of Vocation is a three-year undergraduate course which offers education for various skills. Candidates also have multiple exit options wherein they can leave after completing first year and second year and are awarded with a Diploma and Advanced Diploma, respectively. BVoc courses are offered in full-time mode across top polytechnic colleges and other leading universities. 

Why pursue BVoc?

Bachelor of Vocation course designed to employ graduates with employment and entrepreneurial skills. This course ensures youth participation to boost employment opportunities and accelerate Indian economy. This course provides flexibility in terms of multiple exit points and meet industrial requirements. The course ranges from BVoc in Retail Management or Food Processing or Health Care and Jewellery Designing. 

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Who can pursue BVoc?

BVoc can be pursued by candidates who have passed Class 12 or equivalent in any stream. They must have the zeal to develop skills through practical work, job training and project work. They must aspire to enter various sectors such as Automobiles, Entertainment, IT, Marketing, Agriculture, Telecommunications, Construction, Tourism, Printing and Publishing. They will acquire professional knowledge and Core Skills which will make them competent to enter into the market and cater to the demands. 

What is the scope of BVoc?

After completing BVoc, candidates are either awarded with a Diploma or Advanced Diploma or B.Voc depending on the number of education credits completed by the candidates. They can work in sectors such as Automotive, Electronics, Healthcare, Industrial Safety, Industrial Tool Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Travel and Tourism, Renewable Energy, Printing and Packaging Technology etc. Many colleges encourage industrial training and candidates are given stipend for the same. They are also recruited by these industries and are absorbed as full-time employees in these organisations by the end of the BVoc Course. 

Eligibility Criteria for BVoc 

Candidates can check the below listed eligibility criteria to apply for BVoc courses:

• To apply for BVoc course, candidates must have successfully completed Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum 50% - 60% marks.
• BVoc eligibility criteria may vary depending on the candidate’s chosen specialisation and policy of the college/ university in which s/he is applying.
• Candidates possessing Matriculation or Diploma qualification can also apply for various Vocational courses. 
• Admissions are done on the basis of merit list which is released after declaration of results for Senior Secondary Examination. It is also done on the basis of scores and cut-off for various entrance examinations conducted either by the respective colleges or State Education Board. 

Entrance Exams for BVoc 2023

Bachelor of Vocation course is offered by institutes based on the marks scored by the candidates in the qualifying examinations. Institutes conduct their own entrance examination which is a screening test for serious and non-serious candidates. Most of the colleges and universities offering Bachelor of Vocation courses provide admission to candidates on the basis of a written entrance exam followed by a personal interview round. However, few universities also provide direct admission candidates on the basis of their marks scored in Class 12. BVoc entrance exam pattern is such that the written paper contains multiple-choice questions related to subjects such as General Awareness, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Current Affairs, and Language (English/ Hindi). Personal interview round is conducted to assess candidates’ general aptitude for the BVoc course.  Students could go for a Master's Degree in vocational education after completing BVoc.

Name of Exam	Registration Details	Exam Dates
CUET UG	10th Feb-30th March 2023	21st-31st May 2023
IPU CET	April-May 2023	June 2023
AMUEEE	17th Feb-29th March 2023	14th May 2023
CUSAT CAT	18th April-1st May 2023 Admit Card	29th April-1st May 2023

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Popular Specialisations for BVoc 

Major specialisations in which candidates can purse a BVoc course are listed below in the table:

BVoc Specialisations
Retail Management	Fashion Technology and Apparel Designing
Printing and Publication	Hospitality and Tourism
Organic Agriculture	Tea Husbandry & Technology
Web Technologies	Animation
Automobile	Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning
Food Processing and Quality Management	Applied Computer Technology
Data Analytics	Health Care
Food Science	Software Development
Green House Technology	Theatre and Acting
Medical Lab Technology	Soil and Water Conservation
Beauty & Wellness	Interior Design

Course Curriculum for BVoc

As stated above, a BVoc course is of three-years duration, further divided into six semesters. The course curriculum of BVoc is industry-based which contains about 40% general education (theory) and 60% vocational training (practical) components. This means that apart from studying the regular curriculum, all students need to undergo industrial training or project work for at least four to eight weeks every semester.

Subjects taught in a BVoc programme depend on the specialisation chosen by the candidate. However, to give an overview of the course structure, below-mentioned is the syllabus for two BVoc courses – Software Development and Interior Design.

BVoc Course Curriculum for Software Development
Theoretical Subjects
Speaking and Listening skills	Aptitude & Logical Reasoning
Managerial Economics	Writing and Presentation skills
Environmental Studies	Mathematics
Business Statistics	System Analysis & Design
Management Information Systems	Business Informatics
BVoc Course Curriculum for Software Development
Practical Subjects
Introduction to IT	Programming Principles
Word Processing & Image editing	Photoshop Lab
Page maker Lab	Animation software
Network & Internet Applications	C Programming
C Programming Lab	Animations Lab
Web application & development	Computer H/W & Maintenance
Operating Systems	Web Development Lab
Computer Hardware Lab	Network Administration
Object Oriented Programming	Visual Tools

Interior Design

BVoc Course Curriculum for Interior Design
Theoretical Subjects
Applied Mathematics for Interior Design	Communication Skills
Human Values and Professional Ethics	Fundamental of Computers
Entrepreneurship & Project Management	Workshop (Wood & Metal)
Personality Development & Behavioural Science
BVoc Course Curriculum for Interior Design
Practical Subjects
Basic Design Source	Fundamentals of Interior Graphics
Furniture Design	Materials & Finishing Techniques
History of Interior Furniture	Furnishing & Fittings
Interior Design & Landscape	Display Design

Top Institutes for BVoc

There are more than 100 colleges which offer Bachelor of Vocation courses in various fields such as Retail, Production Engineering, Entreprenuership, Radiology and Imaging Science and Automobile Engineering. These courses are offered by various private and government colleges and they are a popular choice amongst candidates.

Top Government Institutes for BVoc

Though there are a limited number of government institutes which offer BVoc courses, the admission to these colleges is very competitive and it is based on either merit or on the basis of performance in the entrance examination. Some of the popular institutes are as follows:

Institute	Total Fees in INR
Dr B R Ambedkar University	2 lakh
Gajadhar Bhagat College	30,000
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University	3 lakh
JC Bose University of Science and Technology	61K-90K
Sonapur College	38,000
Savitribai Phule Pune University	---
Sri Vishwakarma Skill University	30,000
SNDT College	2 lakh
TISS	90k-4 lakh

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Top Private Institutes for BVoc

Some of the top private institutes which offer popular vocational courses are as follows:

Institute	Total Course Fees in INR
Academy of Maritime Education and Training	2 lakh
Dr DY Patil Arts, Commerce and Science College	26,000
Integral University	2 lakh
Jai Hind College	62K-74K
Kanpur Institute of Technology	60K-81K
Mangalayatan University	2 lakh
Padmashree Institute of Management and Sciences	2 lakh
RNG Patel Institute of Technology	1 lakh
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University	3 lakh
Swami Vivekanand University	78,000

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Top Job Profiles for BVoc 

Some of the popular BVoc job profiles include:

Job Profile	Job Description	Average Annual Salary in INR
Computer Operator	A computer operator is a professional who oversees the running of computers ensuring that the systems are functioning properly. Daily tasks of a computer operator include managing backup systems; maintaining printers, cycling tapes or other media etc.	3.5- 5 LPA
Accountant	An accountant recommends financial actions of a company by analysing accounting options. An accountant summarises financial status, prepares balance sheets, works on profit and loss statements, etc.	5- 7 LPA
Food Technologist	A food technologist is responsible for safe and efficient development, manufacturing and modification of food products and processes. A food technologist can work in a wide range of settings starting from kitchens and factories to offices and labs.	5.5- 7 LPA
Beautician	A beautician is a professional who typically works in a salon to provide different kinds of beauty and personal care services to clients. A beautician may specialise in different areas such as hair, makeup, nail art, personal styling, etc.	3.5- 5 LPA
Product Development Engineer	The main responsibility of a product development engineer is to create a product design keeping in consideration the needs of the marketing, sales and manufacturing departments of a company.	5- 8 LPA
Design Engineer	A design engineer studies, researches and develops ideas for new products. The engineer also modifies existing products and processes to ensure increased efficiency and performance.	6- 8 LPA
Automobile Engineer	An automobile engineer is concerned with the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of different vehicles. An automobile engineer is also involved in marketing, sales and after-sales of cars, trucks, buses, etc.	5- 8 LPA

BVoc Top Recruiters

Some of the top recruiters in the field of BVoc hail from various industries such as  manufacturing, dairy production, retailing, packaging, etc. The names of these recruiters are listed below in the table:

Top Recruiters for BVoc
Amul	Godrej Industrial Limited	Maruti Suzuki
Dabur India Ltd	PepsiCo India Holdings	Yamaha
Nestle India Pvt Ltd	Britannia Industries Ltd	Hero MotoCorp
Parle Products Pvt Ltd	TELCO	Audi
L&T	Ashok Leyland	Bajaj Auto
Mahindra & Mahindra	Haldex India	Volkswagen
Hyundai	Toyota	Renault

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