Astronomer

Hi there, For pursuing a career in Theoretical Astronomy/observations, you can do B.Sc. In Physics and /or Mathematics after 10 + 2. Masters level course in Astronomy with specialisation in Theoretical Astronomy is offered by various institutes and universities. To pursue a career in Instrumentation/Experimental Astronomy, you can do Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical / Electronics/Electrical Communications, after 10 + 2. Then you can appear for the Joint Entrance Screening Test JEST examination, which makes one eligible to do specialisation in astronomy leading to Ph.D. A professional astronomer also takes courses in microelectronics & instrumentation. One can also contact the Board of Graduate Studies at IIA bgs@iiap. Ernet. In. Best of luck for your further studies.

To become a pilot astronaut:
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, biological Science, physical Science, or mathematics. An advanced degree is desirable. Quality of academic preparation is important.
2. At least 1,000 hours pilot-in-command time in jet aircraft. Flight test experience is highly desirable.
3. Ability to pass a NASA space physical which is similar to a military or civilian flight physical and includes the following specific standards:Distant visual acuity: 20/100 or better uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 each eye. Blood pressure: 140/90 measured in a sitting position. Height between 62 and 75 inches. To be a mission specialist:
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, biological Science, physical Science, or mathematics. Degree must be followed by at least three years of related, progressively responsible, professional experience. An advanced degree is desirable and may be substituted for part or all of the experience requirement (master's degree = 1 year of experience, doctoral degree = 3 years of experience). Quality of academic preparation is important.
2. Ability to pass a NASA space physical, which is similar to a military or civilian flight physical and includes the following specific standards:Distance visual acuity: 20/200 or better uncorrected, correctable to 20/20, each eye. Blood pressure: 140/90 measured in a sitting position.
3. Height between 58.5 and 76 inches. Regards.

How to become an astronaut? An astronaut is someone who is giving training by the space flight programme to work as the pilots. Qualifying exam:
Bachelor's degree in biological science, engineering, mathematics or physical science from a recognised university. They need to obtain any one of the following degrees from renowned institutes like IISC or IIT, Ph.D (Astrophysics)
Ph.D (Geophysics)
Ph.D (metaphysics)
After graduation, candidates can appear for the entrance exam which is held by the NASA for the recruitment of scientists, Astronauts etc. You may also find employment in ISRO
There are many openings in ISRO which is conducted for the recruitment of scientists, engineers. In order to join ISRO, you need to clear joint entrance exam by IIT's. Eligibility to apply:
Should be a citizen of India
You should be atleast 21 years of age by the time you join. Age relaxation is there for SC/ST candidates. Need to be graduate from a recognised university or board. Regards.

Dear Baby!
Currently, you are on the wrong path if you are willing to be astronaut and working in a IT company. The more sophisticated way is to continue your studies.
(1) Do your Master in Aerospace Engineering from Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology, Kerala.
(2) Hence after you MUST have to do Ph.D. in that particular subject from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. (*I hope you know why I am mentioning the name of specially these institution).
You know that Astronaut are not like regular employee for space organisation. They are specially build person hired (or trained) for a particular mission. So, don't think that ISRO or NASA or ESA are always recruit Astronauts. They don't do so, unless they plans a manned mission for space region or for ISS. Another thing I would like to say is about your physical fitness. You have to be 100% fit not just from your physic but also from your mind (mental stability). (#) Astronaut is not a position. So, there is no special degree for that. Your Steller academic background, your physical, mental, emotional, biological stability/fitness and the hardcore training will help you to be astronaut. (#) Be in contact with ISRO and its operations. B.Tech in CS is not bad but not a wise choice for Space Science. But this may helps you in Rocket Simulation.
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Hi Mehul, The conventional way is to go for Bachelors in physics, followed by a Masters and a PhD in physics. But some people (including me) are doing PhD after a Bachelors in engineering. One needs very good understanding of physics and maths as a prerequisite. In the meanwhile, many leading research institutes like IUCAA, Pune organize short term Schools in astrophysics for school students, which should be used by you to get a deeper glimpse of this field.
Cosmologists spend most of their time worrying about the different theories about the origin and fate of the Universe. Astrophysicts read a lot of scientific papers, attend research Conferences throughout the year. And contrary to common perception, most researchers work in collaborations with various people cutting across institutes and countries.
All the best.