Astronomer

After the completion of your BSc programme, obtain a master's degree in Physics/ Astronomy/Astrophysics. After the successful completion of MSc, one can clear NET and go for specialization in astronomy/astrophysics leading to Ph. D. which enables one to become an astronomer/ astronaut/ astrophysicist or a scientist/ research officer etc. in the field of space research.
School of Pure and Applied Physics of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, offers an M.Sc. course in Physics with Astrophysics as specialization. IISc, some IITs, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Osmania University etc. may be in your list of institutions offering various programmes. There may be research institutes in India that offer integrated Ph.D. in astrophysics. Indian Institute of Astrophysics is offering an integrated M.Sc-Ph.D Programme in Physics and Astrophysics in collaboration with Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi.
Details are available at http://www.iiap.res.in/intphd.htm

Hi Neeladri,
Before you decide what to do it is important that you become aware of a critical factor for success in your chosen profession. Your exam scores are one part of it considering how competitive it is to land a seat in the hallowed campuses of the IITs and other prestigious institutions.
There are numerous branches of space science - astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, stellar science, planetary science etc. Originally, all these disciplines were considered as part of astronomy, but with recent developments and discoveries, they have become vast enough to be considered as separate fields on their own. Experts in fields such as robotics, satellite technology, medicine, biology, remote sensing, meteorolog etc. may also seek careers in space science after developing the skill sets necessary for the job.There are quite a few institutes in India that train students for pursuing careers in space science and technology. The recently established Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) offers graduate and postgraduate programs in space science and related fields. Apart from IIST, a few other institutes like the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO Satellite Centre (ISAC), Space Application centre (SAC), National Remote Sensing Agency (NRSA), Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) also offer research opportunities in space science and allied fields. Some of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) also offer specialization programs (M.Tech) in Space Technology, Astrophysics, Aerospace engineering etc.The eligibility criteria for joining programs in space science and technology vary according to the specific requirements of each job. Admissions to the undergraduate courses at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is made on the basis of a candidate's rank in the Joint entrance Examination conducted by IITs. In other places, candidates with B.Sc., M.Sc., B.E., M.E. or Ph.D. are usually selected. Study of science subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry at undergraduate level is usually a mandatory requirement. However, before you join a career in space science, it is necessary for you to know the various requirements of the field - which skills to develop, which courses to take, where to study.
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Hello Monica,
As you are pursuing UG in Physics. I woudl request you after completing graduation you can take up a Master's degree in Physics and Astronomy. Below is the list :
-M.Sc. Astronomy
-M.Sc. Astrophysics
-M.Sc. Meteorology
Thereafter, you can even opt for a specialization in astronomy i.e PhD which enables you to become an astronomer/ astronaut/ astrophysicist/ scientist or a research officer. Below is the list :
-PhD Astronomy
-PhD Astronomy and Astrophysics
-PhD Astrophysics
-PhD Atmospheric Science and Astrophysics
For PhD, you need to appear for the Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) examination.
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Dear Utkarsha,
You need to pursue your graduation in Aerospace/ Aeronautical engineering.
For admission in a bachelor's degree, the candidate must have passed the higher secondary school certificate (10+2) examination with science subject such as biology, maths and chemistry. For IITs, It is mandatory to qualify in the Joint Entrance Examinations (J.E.E). The duration for this course is 4 years.
Some of its specialized fields are: -
Aerospace Propulsion
Structural Analysis
Electronic Systems
Ground Vehicle Systems
Transportation Systems
Aerodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
Aircraft Structures and Materials
For the list of top institutes offering BE Aeronautical Engineering, kindly refer to the below link
https://www.shiksha.com/top-aeronautical-engineering-colleges-in-india-rankingpage-49-2-0-0-0
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Hi,
* To become an astronaut you have to get these basic requirements-
-Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, biological science, physical science, or mathematics.
- Should be a citizen of India
-You should be at least 21 years of age by the time you join. Age relaxation is there for SC/ST candidates.
-At least 1,000 hours pilot-in-command time in jet aircraft. Flight test experience is highly desirable.
* After graduation candidates can appear for the entrance exam which is held by NASA for the recruitment of scientists, Astronauts etc.
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