Physics top course after 12th
Courses related to physics can be done after 12th (especially PCM – Physics, Chemistry, Maths). These courses are available as Graduate (UG), Diploma or Integrated Program:
Bachelor’s degree course of Physics
Duration: 3 years
Ability: 50-60% marks with 12th PCM/PCB (on college basis)
Focus: Physics basic basics, mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electromagnetism etc.
BSc (Hons) Physics
Duration: 3 years
Ability: 50-60% marks with 12th PCM
Focus: Deep knowledge in theory and practical, research-oriented.
Duration: 4 years
Ability: 50-60% marks with 12th PCM, JEE Main/Advanced or other entrance exam
Focus: Physics applications in engineering, such as quantum mechanics, nanotechnology and semiconductor.
Integrated MSc Physics
Duration: 5 year
Ability: 50-60% marks with 12th PCM, entrance exam in some institutes (eg IIT Jam, Nest)
Focus: Graduation and post graduation levels at intensive studies, best for research.
Duration: 1-2 years
Ability: 50% marks with 12th PCM
Focus: Space, astronomy and related technology.
Other trending courses of physics
BSc in Astrophysics: Study of astrophysics, cosmology and stars/galaxy.
BSc in Geophysics: The physical structure of the Earth, earthquake and discovery of resources.
Career Scope in Physics
After doing any course related to physics, many career avenues open, providing opportunities in research, industry, teaching and technology:
Research and Development: Physicist, quantum researcher or astrophizist.
Engineering and Technology: Engineer in semiconductor, nanotechnology or optics.
Energy Sector: Expert in nuclear power, renewable energy (solar, wind).
Government Job: Research officer in DRDO, Barc, ISRO or other scientific institutions.
IISC Bangalore: Integrated MSc, BSc Research in Physics. In this, admission will be available from JEE, NEET or KVPY.
Delhi University: BSc Physics, BSc (Hons) Physics. Admission can be found on the basis of CUET or merit.
BHU: Admission through BSC Physics, CUET.
Physics expert salary
After taking a course related to physics, salary depends on your course, expertise, experience and sector (government/private):
Initial Salary: ₹ 2.5-5 lakh per year (Junior Analyst, Lab Assistant in Private Sector)
After experience: ₹ 8-15 lakhs per year
B.Tech Engineering Physics:
Initial Salary: ₹ 5-10 lakhs per year (Engineer, Technologist)
After experience: ₹ 15-25 lakhs per year
Initial Salary: ₹ 4-8 lakhs per year (Researcher, Teacher)
Experience/M.Sc/ph.D: ₹ 10-20 lakhs per year
Research and Government Job:
ISRO, DRDO, Junior Scientist in BARC: ₹ 6-12 lakhs per year (as per 7th Pay Commission)
Professor/Senior Scientist: ₹ 15-30 lakh per year
Job opportunities after career in Physics
Companies: Data scientist, quantum analyst, optical engineer, software developer in TCS, Infosys, Wipro (Data Analysis, Technology), Intel, IBM (Semiconductor, Optix).
Government Job:
Organization: ISRO, DRDO, Barc, CSIR, Indian Navy, BHEL
Exams: UPSC (IFS, IAS), SSC CGL, GATE (for Research and PSU Jobs)
Rolls: Junior Scientist, Technical Officer
Teaching: Teacher in schools (with B.Ed), lecturers in colleges (with NET/Ph.D)
Research: In India in institutions like CSIR Labs, TIFR or abroad Cern, NASA.
Trending Sector: Nanotechnology, quantum computing, renewable energy.
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