What are some options for a biology student after

class 12th in India?

I am currently studying Physics, Chemistry and Biology and want to know the options
that are available to me after class 12th, other than medicine, in the field of biology.

23 Answers

Akanshu Gupta, studied at Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad

Written Oct 4, 2015
The term Science is actually used in a broad sense and it has two forms under its umbrella: Pure
Science and Applied Science. Again science can be divided into two more sub categories namely:
Maths category and Biology category. There are various graduation and professional courses
available to the students as career after 12th science. Choosing a career options after
12th science is very promising as the scope for science student is very high and opportunities
are always knocking at the door if they select right field of career matching with their natural
talent. According to now-a-days market trend professionals with science background are always
on high demand not only in home but also in abroad. The two most popular and most
sought career options after 12th science in India are Engineering and Medical.

For those who has a keen interest in Medical can opt for courses: MBBS or Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery. Those who wish to have a career in biology will surely agree this to be
the best career option. Other options available in the Medical Field are: BDS (Bachelor of Dental
surgery) and BAMS or Bachelor of Ayurveda medicine and surgery, Physician, Optometrists,
Dental Surgeon, Pharmacists, Nursing and a lots of others

Some other opportunities available to the students after 12th science are the following:

Agriculture
Known to be the mainstay of Indian economy Agriculture includes Dairying, Poultry Farming and
Horticulture apart from production of Fruits, Vegetables and food grains. In this field there are
many options available like research and teaching. one can select among these courses after
12th science in agriculture;-

1. B. Sc in Agriculture.
2. Page on b.science in Agricultural Eco and Farm management
3. B. Sc in Agricultural Meteorology
4. B. Sc in Agricultural Biotechnology
5. B. Sc in Agricultural Statistics
6. B. Sc in Agronomy
7. Page on b.sc (Agriculture Mktg and Business Management)
8. Page on b.sc (Bio-chem and Agricultural Chemistry)
9. B. Sc in Crop Physiology
10. B. Sc in Entomology
11. B. Sc (Hons) in Agriculture

Forensic Science
The field of Forensic science involves investigating of a crime with the help of applying scientific
principles. These are degrees and diplomas after 12th for students who is interested in forensic
science as career options after 12th.
1. B. Sc in Forensic Sciences
2. B. Sc in Life Science, Chemistry, Forensic Science
3. Diploma in Criminology and Forensic Science for Police personnel
4. Page on b.sc in Forensic Sciences
5. Diploma in F/Sciences (Ballistics and Finger Prints)
6. Diploma in Forensic Science (Cyber Crimes)
7. Diploma in Forensic Science (Computer Forensics)

Bio Technology
The field of Biotechnology is totally a combination of biology with modern technology, which
produce result in alter cells to manipulate them as required. It helps scientists to develop
treatments for various diseases and very helpful to humans and other living forms. Biotechnology
used in a variety of fields like Environmental, Agricultural, Pharmaceutical, Energy and
Chemical. These are the degrees and diplomasafter 12th in biotechnology:-

1. Page on b.science in Biotechnology

2. B. Sc in Biotechnology and Bio informatics
3. B.E. in Biotechnology
4. B.Tech (Industrial Biotechnology)
5. Diploma in Biotechnology

Geology
Geology is the study of earth and everything related to its structure, processes including study of
organisms inhabited on earth. Geology also comprises study of oceanography, hydrogeology,
geostatistics. Interest and study in this field may get you the chance to work with the
environmental consultant companies, non profit organisation, natural resources consultant and
companies, Universities and government agencies and Geological survey of India. These are the
degrees and diploma after 12th in geology:-
1. B. Science in Geology
2. Page on b.sc (Hons) Geology
3. PG Diploma in Environmental Geology
4. PG Diploma in Engineering Geology
5. PG Diploma in Geology (Ground water)

Zoology
It deals with the study of living and extinct animals their evolution, structure, behavior, function
and interaction with environment. Zoology is diverse and broad field which includes studies of
mammals, insects, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fishes and a lot of other. One can become
zoologist, lecturer, ornithologist and even wildlife expert after studying in this branch of science.
These are degree in zoology while considering career after 12th science:
1. B. Sc in Zoology
2. Page on b.science (Hons) in Zoology
3. B. Science in Aquaculture (Fishery Microbiology)
4. B. Sc in Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology
5. B. Sc in Zoology and Animal Biotechnology

Food Technology
 Food Technologist demand is growing day by day as rise in demand for packaged food and its
long preservation due to many modern changes in food habbits. Food technology deals with the
scientific understanding about foods we eat and what are the actual production process to make
foods, packaged and preserved. A degree in this field can get one the job of Food Quality
controller, Research Officer, Packaging manager and a lot of others jobs. Students may go for
food technologycourses after 12th science;

1. B. Sc in Food Preservation and Processing

2. B. Sc in Food Processing
3. B. Sc in Food Processing and Technology
4. B. Sc in Food Storage, Preservation and Food Tech.
5. B. Sc in Food Technology (Bio-Chemical Engineering)
6. Diploma in Fish Processing Technology
7. Diploma in Sugar Technology

Microbiology
This field is study of living organisms which may be a cell cluster, single cell or may be no cell at
all, these are invisible to naked eye such as fungi, bacteria and viruses. There are many types of
different microbiology. But Medical microbiology is well known as it deals with the human
illness. Other Microbiology includes food microbiology, environmental microbiology and
veterinary microbiology. There are ample of career opportunities and jobs for Microbiologists in
Pharmaceutical, Food, Research and development laboratories in hospital, Beverage and
chemical industries, Research organisations, Agriculture and Health care research.
1. Page on b.science in Microbiology
2. Page on b.science (Hons) in Microbiology
3. Diploma in Clinical Microbiology
4. Diploma in Clinical Pathology
5. Diploma in Industrial Microbiology

Now without getting confused and with the above suggestions move forward to choose a career
path according to interest and abilities.
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Iram Raza, Owns website in Career Niche- www.theinfopedia.com

Written Nov 26, 2015
Not all students who choose Medical stream as a career option after 12th pcb stream wish to
become doctors or dentists. In Indian society, it is an auto assumed scenario. If a child opts for
12th science stream (PCB), society starts to believe and see them as future doctors. Due to this
false impression, in most of the cases, students are forced to appear for medical entrance exams
even if they don’t wish to. Sometimes, it is misleading as students themselves also start believing
that they must become a doctor, or dentist. Lack of professional guidance results into disasters as
when students realize that they are just running behind the crowd, they have already lost good
amount of time.

Here, I am shifting the focus from MBBS and BDS to “OTHER CAREER OPTIONS in LIFE
SCIENCES” and listing out some of the possible career options for 12th Science Stream students
who like to study life sciences but do not wish to become doctors.

Students with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at 10+2 can opt for career in Life Sciences. If you
are choosing career in Life Science, then some of the courses that can be considered for
graduation are:

1. Bachelor courses (B. Sc.) in core Life Science subjects, that include specialization in Zoology,
Botany, Geology, Microbiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Biomedical engineering, Genetics
or Page on b.sc General.
2. Bachelor courses in Applied sciences: Biotechnology, Forensic Sciences and criminology,
Bioinformatics
3. Bachelor course in Pharmacy (B Pharma)
4. Bachelor of Science : Nursing
5. Bachelor of Science in Agriculture: Agricultural Meteorology, Agronomy
6. Bachelor of Science in Food Technology
7. Bachelor of Science in Forestry and Wood Technology
8. Bachelor of Science in Industrial Fish and Fisheries
9. Bachelor of Physiotherapy

For more details on College and Course Information you might like to read-
Career Options in Life Sciences after 12th
Job Prospects and Career Options in Life Sciences
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Vineet Raj Kapoor, BE (Mechanical), MBA and Mentor to Design Students across India
Written Dec 15
[EXCERPT] Vineet Raj Kapoor's answer to What are the different career option after class 12th?

If you are confused about careers after 12th/ graduation, there are a few ways to approach this.
One, is to go for a career counsellor who would take parametric tests and identify your strengths
and weaknesses and advise career categories to attempt. Also, if you are very good with, and like
maths and programming, you may opt for Computers (BTech or BCA) or if you are good in
Biological Sciences you could opt for Medical or Pharmaceuticals. Whereas, if you are good with
Drawing and Creative opt for Design (Animation, VFX, Games, Fashion). If you are good with
words become a writer (content, news, fiction, ads) or director. If you are good with keeping
records go for Accounts or Stats or administration. If you are good with logic and have patience
go for Law. If you are good at memorizing and love nature and are caring go for medical. If you
are good with people and are quick with decisions, go for Management. If you are good with
nothing become a politician (haha, pun intended - actually you need very good insight into future
for this). Wish you the best for your career. Remember, your Career is a resultant of your
knowledge combined with your passion and expression ability.

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Srishti Mahendru, Born and brought up by Indian Parents

Updated Oct 6, 2016

MICROBIOLOGY

Microbiology is the branch of science that deals with microorganisms e.g.

bacteria,algae,protozoa,fungi etc. It also includes their interactions with humans, animals, plants,
and the environment

BIO SCIENCE

Bio-science is the branch of the sciences concerned with living organisms, from microorganisms
to the trees and gigantic whales. It deals with the biological aspects of the living organisms.

BIOCHEMISTRY

It is the branch of science that is concerned with the chemical and physio-chemical processes and
substances which occur within living organisms. It is a laboratory based science that brings
together biology and chemistry

ZOOLOGY

It is also called as the animal biology. It is the branch of biology that involves studying the animal
kingdom, including the structure, embryology, evolution, classification, habits, and distribution
of all animals, both living and extinct. It also includes studying how they interact with their
ecosystems.

LIFE SCIENCE

The life sciences is the the fields of science that involves the scientific study of living organisms
e.g. microorganisms, plants, animals, and human beings . it also involves studying the related
considerations like bioethics.
INDUSTRIAL MICROBIOLOGY

Applied microbiology which deals with screening, improvement , management,and

exploitation of microorganisms for the production of various useful end products on a large scale.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY

It is a branch of food science that deals with the production processes that make foods.

NEUROSCIENCE

It is the division of science which deals with the study of nervous system. Neuroscience involves
various disciplines such as physics, psychology, computer science, philosophy and medicine.
Neuroscience is also known as neuro -biology.

I am also providing you a list of few top Colleges / Universities:

Delhi University

 Bsc (Hons) Biochemistry

 Bsc (Hons) Bio Science
 Bsc (Hons) Microbiology
 Bsc (Hons) Zoology
 Bsc(Hons) Applied Life Science
 Bsc(Hons) Life Science
Jamia Milia Islamia

 Bsc (Bio Science)

Banaras Hindu University

 Bsc (hons) Botony

 B.c(Hons) Industrial Microbiology
 B.c(Hons)Zoology
Aligarh Muslim University

 Bsc (Hons) Zoology

 Bsc(Hons) Biochemistry
University of Calcutta

 Bsc (Hons) Biochemistry

 Bsc(Hons) Zoology
 Bsc(Hons) Botony
 Microbiology (Hons)
Also there are few Allied Medical courses B.V.Sc (Veterinary), BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS
(Homeopathy) etc. are some degrees at the undergraduate level. There are also some allied
medical courses which you can also consider like Nursing, Radiologist, Optometry, Clinical
Research, Physiotherapist etc.

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Tanmoy Ray, Education Counselor with first-hand study abroad experience
Written Jun 4, 2016
There are quite a few exciting options for a biology students after class 12th in India.

The major ones are - biotechnology, biomedical sciences (biochemistry, microbiology, molecular
and cell biology etc.), pharmacy, agricultural science, food science etc.

The following article will give you a nice overview:

Exciting World of Applied Biology - Subjects & Career Paths

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Raghuvir Keni Jr.

Updated Jan 12
following are allied health courses:

1 B.ScAnesthesia Technology 3 Years + One year internship

2 B.ScCardiac Perfusion Technology (CPT) 3 Years + One year internship

3 B.ScCardio Vascular Technology (CVT) 3 Years + One year internship
4 B.ScDiabetes Sciences 3 Years + One year internship
5 B.ScDialysis Therapy 3 Years + One year internship
6 B.ScEchocardiography Technology 3 Years + One year internship
7 B.ScNeuro Electro Physiology 3 Years + One year internship
8 B.ScOptometry 3 Years + One year internship
9 B.ScPhysician Assistant 3 Years + One year internship
10 B.ScRespiratory Therapy (RT) 3 Years + One year internship
11 B.ScEmergency Medical Technology 3 Years
12 B.ScMedical Radiologic Technology (MRT) 4 Years
13 B.ScMedical Laboratory Technology (MLT) 4 Years
14 Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) 3 Years + One year internship
15 Diploma in Dental Mechanics (Approved by Dental Council of India) 2 Years
16 B.ScOptometry (Lateral Entry ) 2 Years + one year Internship

B.Sc Allied Health Sciences Admissions - 2015

School of Allied Health Sciences

you can also concider pure sciences like BSc in biology, microbiology, fishery sciences, agriculture
etc just google these

you can also concider nursing (I recommend this) you can either go abroad and do masters and
PHd there if you want and financially fisseable for you

Concider physiotherapy y now a days everyone is worried about health ... do bachlors and then do
masters in specality of your choice jobs are easy to find if not open a gym clients will flood in like
anything.

please check Admission 2015 - Manipal University link under health sciences courses

Then you always have ayurveda, homeopathy, etc and pharmacy (B.pharm its a industry oriented
course and Pharm.D- doctor of pharmacy 5+1 year internship rotating type in hospital as a
clinical pharmascist - this is a clinical oriented course after you are done you are a postgrduate
student its like a dual degree but its not a dual degree) I am a pharm.d student.
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Himanshu Bisht, Computer Science, Books, Teaching, Learning...
Updated Mar 25, 2016
Naturopathy & Yogic Science

one of the oldest and most trusted field

originated in India and will be highly demanding in upcoming days

DMLT (Diploma of Medical Lab Technicians) – 1 year

this is diploma course of one year and very demanding as per the increasing demand

D.Pharm (Ayurvedic, Siddha Medicine) – 2 years

oldest and most trusted field of study.

M. B. B. S. (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) – 5.5 years:

this is bachelor degree and most popular among biology students

Bachelor of Science in Optometry / Physiotherapy

B. D. S. (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) – 4 years

degree program in dentistry

B. H. M. S. (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery) – 5.5 years

Full list here

courses after 12th biology - career | Disha
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Rajat Jain, lives in New Delhi

Updated Mar 16
Choosing the right path after your high school is really important, as it will decide your future.

First decide Your long term goals, what you actually want to do in life and choose the path, that
can help you achieve your goals rather than choosing anything that looks tempting but do not
match with your goals.

Another important point specially for biology students is that during their schooling, they
spend most of their time with biology and they are so much in love with biology that they think
that they will pursue graduation with biology as the core and they try to figure out the courses
related to biology only and most of the students want to become doctor but as the seats are
limited only few could sail through and other students choose anything like biotechnology or
biomedical without thinking about their long term goals and the outcome of that course.

So instead, first decide your goal and which course can help you in guiding towards your goal
and do not hesitate, if , your goal matches with a course outside science as some students think
that their knowledge of science and hard work of two years will be wasted but, instead of
regretting after graduation its better to change stream now only.
And if, you have finally decided that you want to pursue a career in biology only, then there are
many fields to choose from

 You can give entrance of ICAR, for a career in agriculture research and the scope is
quite good.
 B.tech in biotechnology or biomedical, although the scope is limited and you can get a
good job after masters.
 Paramedical like bachelor of physiotherapy.
 Bachelors particularly in botany, zoology, biomedical and many more options to
choose from.
 specialization in radiology, even AIIMS has special courses for this.
 verternary sciences.
And you can choose specialization out of biology as b.tech in computer science or any other
field, b.sc in physics, chemistry and so.

Choose wisely!!
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Vartika Singh, studied at Bsc Honors Botany

Written Jan 10
There are a lot of interesting things to do after you complete your 12th with PCB both in the field
and out of it.

In the field of biology you can go for Bsc in life sc, botany, zoology, microbiology, biomedics.
Other than that you can opt for forensic, btech biotechnology, pharmacology,agricultural studies,
forestry.

If you wish to explore the world outside science, you can apply for law, hotel management, BA,
fine arts courses(art,dance,music,drama,writing), actuarial science or hons in any language.
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Shivanshu Siyanwal, Aspiring scientist.

Written Jun 27, 2015
The best career option is the one for which you have passion. If you have interest in medicine
then study medicine, if you have interest in nutrition and fitness then study nutrition. I have
answered a similar question here.
What are the scopes if I opt for biology in 11th?
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Rajat Maheshwari, Researched a lot on indian colleges and their education pattern.
Written Jun 26, 2015
first you'll have to figure out what interests you most, even in biology you might be interesed in
animals or maybe in plants or it could be genes, dna shit. i know that genetics interest most
people but remember this career is very competitive and do not have too much career
oppurtunitites but i'm not demotivating you if you're really interested in this you can go for it
if you wanna there are some of them

AGRICULTURE
1. B. Sc in Agriculture.
2. B.Science in Agricultural Eco and Farm management
3. B. Sc in Agricultural Meteorology
4. B. Sc in Agricultural Biotechnology
5. B. Sc in Agricultural Statistics
6. B. Sc in Agronomy
7. B.Sc (Agriculture Mktg and Business Management)
8. B.Sc (Bio-chem and Agricultural Chemistry)
9. B. Sc in Crop Physiology
10. B. Sc in Entomology
11. B. Sc (Hons) in Agriculture

FORENSICS

1. B. Sc in Forensic Sciences
2. B. Sc in Life Science, Chemistry, Forensic Science
3. Diploma in Criminology and Forensic Science for Police personnel
4. B.Sc in Forensic Sciences
5. Diploma in F/Sciences (Ballistics and Finger Prints)
6. Diploma in Forensic Science (Cyber Crimes)
7. Diploma in Forensic Science (Computer Forensics)

BIOTECHNOLOGY
1. B.Science in Biotechnology
2. B. Sc in Biotechnology and Bio informatics
3. B.E. in Biotechnology
4. B.Tech (Industrial Biotechnology)
5. Diploma in Biotechnology

GEOLOGY
1. B. Science in Geology
2. B.Sc (Hons) Geology
3. PG Diploma in Environmental Geology
4. PG Diploma in Engineering Geology
5. PG Diploma in Geology (Ground water)
ZOOLOGY
1. B. Sc in Zoology
2. B.Science (Hons) in Zoology
3. B. Science in Aquaculture (Fishery Microbiology)
4. B. Sc in Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology
5. B. Sc in Zoology and Animal Biotechnology

FOOD TECHNOLOGY

1. B. Sc in Food Preservation and Processing

2. B. Sc in Food Processing
3. B. Sc in Food Processing and Technology
4. B. Sc in Food Storage, Preservation and Food Tech.
5. B. Sc in Food Technology (Bio-Chemical Engineering)
6. Diploma in Fish Processing Technology
7. Diploma in Sugar Technology

MICROBIOLOGY
1. B.Science in Microbiology
2. B.Science (Hons) in Microbiology
3. Diploma in Clinical Microbiology
4. Diploma in Clinical Pathology
5. Diploma in Industrial Microbiology

inspite of these you can apply for

b. tech in biogenetics . biotechnology some govt colleges have this course with proper LABS and
if you think youre smart enough to crack jee you can apply for b tech in biogenetics biotechnology
there also it is easier to get in there bcz only few people apply for them it could be nit's iit's or may
be some state govt. colleges.

BUT REMEMBER ONE THING ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR HEART NO MATTER WHAT
KEEP DOING WHAT YOU WANT TO DO IT'S GOOD TO TAKE ADVICES BUT DON'T LET
THEM STICK TO YOUR SLEEVES EITHER.
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Jaskaran Singh, Too much knowledge and too little direction.

Written Feb 26, 2016
PCB students can go for several options education wise.

First are the dental and medical examinations conducted by various bodies.Also AYUSH
(Ayurvedic-Unani-Homeopathy) doctor medical entrances come in this too.

Second are the entrances to non-medical foelds like BPT (who work as physiotherapists in
hospitals), BPharma, DPharma (Chemist diploma and degree), BSc in various applied sciences
etc.

Third are the courses offered by universities on the basis of class 12 th marks (Anthropology,
Zoology, Botany, Nursing etc.)

You can also go for courses which a commerce or arts student can.