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New answer posted•7 years ago

What is the basis on which an astronaut is recruited to go in space?

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Asked by Khush
Konatham Abhishek
7 years ago
Ability to pass the NASA long-duration Astronaut physical, which includes the following specific requirements Distant and near visual acuity must be correctable to 20/20, each eye. Good luck.

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Shraddha Tiwari
7 years ago
If you want to be an astronaut, then you can do aerospace engineering after completing your Diploma. Go for what you like.

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New answer posted•7 years ago

After 12th, what subjects should I take to become an astronaut?

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Asked by Subiksha
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7 years ago
Only and only engineering physics.

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I want to be an astronaut, what marks and cut-off do I need in 12th?

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Asked by Prasanth
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7 years ago
Hi!
Here is how you can become a part of NASA:
1. Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in engineering, biological Science, physical Science or mathematics. Quality of academic preparation is important.
2. Degree must be followed by at least 3 years of related, progressively responsible, pro

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New answer posted•8 years ago
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8 years ago
Yes, you're eligible for that.

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New answer posted•8 years ago
Hello Adhyant,
It is of course very nice to see that the dream of your son is to become an astronaut. However, one must look at the ground realities of our dreams. Invariably no country will select nationals from other countries to become astronauts. Hence, your son cannot become astronaut in America

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New answer posted•8 years ago
Prashant Kumar
8 years ago
Choose science in 12th and score well. Also, prepare for JEE Mains also to go for engineering in aeronautics. You have to clear JEE Mains and Advanced to get into IIT or IIST Thiruvananthapuram. These are the best Institute for aeronautics.

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New answer posted•8 years ago
Siddharth Bhardwaj
8 years ago
Dear Afaq,
It is not that easy to become an astronomer at NASA. There is a lot of academic physical fitness requires from you. If you see, the current astronauts are sometime double PhDs in science and technology field. 1000+ hours of long duration in-flight training, your vision, blood pressure, hei

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