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Harsh RanjanCollege Selection Expert

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B.Sc in Astrophysics is a 3 year Undergraduate course. And, to get admission in this course you need to pass in higher secondary school certificate exam from any recognized board and you must have physics and mathematics in your class 12th examination. You have to score minimum 50% marks in your class 12th examination. The eligibility criteria vary from colleges to colleges:
1 Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Pune
2 Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore
3 Birla Institute of Technology & Sciences, Pilani
4 Punjab University
5 Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
6 Raman Research Institute, Bangalore
7 Inter-University Centre for
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Siddharth BhardwajQuantitative Analyst (Credit Risk)

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Hello,
So, you are confused between if you can go to the ISRO or any space science after BCA, then let me clarify you that you cannot go just after BCA. The reasons are following:
(1) Indian Space Research Organization is the only organization in India which conducts all its space program. To enter in ISRO, you must have at least M.Tech in Computer Science or Information Technology. ISRO does not hire the candidates who are only graduates. And if they do then it's a very rare case. So, no chance to get admission there.
(2) ISRO wants the candidates who are specialized with the branches like Aerospace, Aeronautics, Astronautics, Electroni
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rahul r

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Diploma in Astronomy and AstroPhysics is a full time course from Directorate of Distance Education, Madurai Kamaraj University. Please use the link provided below for details regarding course eligibility, admission criteria, fee structures, accreditation, affiliations etc.
https://www.shiksha.com/science/course/diploma-in-astronomy-and-astrophysics-directorate-of-distance-education-madurai-kamaraj-university-289473

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varun bhatiastudent's counselor

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Hi Vani,
It's good that you have a keen interest in Astronomy and Astrophysics. Let me tell you the list of colleges which are the best in India. According to that, you can choose. Here are the list of colleges:
Following are the best institutes for studying Astrophysics:
1. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (A.R.I.E.S.), Nainital
2. Cochin University of Science and Technology: Department of Atmospheric Sciences, Kochi (Kerala)
3. Harish Chandra Research Institute, Allahabad
4. Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore
5. Inter University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (I.U.C.A.A.), Pune
6. National Centre for
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rahul r

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Entrance exams offered by the institute:
1) IISER
2) JEST
Best way would be to study and clear the entrance exams.
You can also refer to the link provided below for details regarding course eligibility, admissions, etc.
https://www.shiksha.com/college/indian-institute-of-science-education-research-iiser-chandigarh-22265

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rahul r

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Required Education
Space science is a demanding field of study; depending on the career desired, it requires motivation for years of college and post-baccalaureate study. Degree options include Bachelor of Science in Space Science, Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Science, or a master's degree or doctorate in atmospheric and space science. Those looking to teach space science can get a Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in education and space science. Students in technical or education programs can expect classes in physics, mathematics, astronomy, and other similar courses; Bachelor's degree programs typically last more tha
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rahul r

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