Astronomy

Dear Mathew,
Getting internship in astronomy or in core physics sector is very difficult to get in India. Only a few institution like IIS Bangalore, IIST Kerala, IIT Bombay and Madras provide the same. Because there are very few opportunities in astronomy sector. I am not sure about ISRO, DRDO and National Physical Laboratory. So, try to upgrade your profile for this and get the admission in a top notch college of India.

Hi,
If you want to be an astronaut, you should go for astronomy. Give JEE Advance, if you perform well, you can go for astronomical engineering. It will help you to fulfill your dreams.

Hi,
Yes, there is an entrance exam for admission in M.Sc Astronomy conducted by the Delhi University, and the number of seats available is approximately 12. And, further details about the eligibility and exam you can get from official website. Good luck.

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Hope this helps you. Be free to share any problem you have. All the best for your bright future!

The diploma wouldn't fetch you much, especially a distance one. If you really want to make career in Astronomy and AstroPhysics, you should rather opt for M.Sc and PhD.

I don't think so that this course is available in Madurai Kamaraj University or any other distance learning university. This courses must be available in the regular university.

Hostel life at IITI is one of the best in all the IITs. Newly constructed hostel building in the permanent campus has a great infrastructure.
Facilities are also great there.

St. Xavier's College, Kolkata offers M.Sc in physics, but I don't think so, astronomy is there as a specialization.

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education provides M.Sc in astronomy. https://kahedu.edu.in/?page_id=197.

Hi,
After failing in Maths (and even after 3 years of GAP), it's actually very difficult in get in Astro related degree. However, what you can do is to take admission in any college (may be private) in B.Sc. Physics (If you are in age limit). After B.Sc. Go for M.Sc in Astronomy Specializations.