Astronomer

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics is a premier institute devoted to research in astronomy, astrophysics and related physics. You can do B.Sc (Hons.) and join IIA for higher studies to become astronomer.
An astronaut is a person trained by a human space flight program to command, pilot or serve as a crew member of a spacecraft. Although, generally reserved for professional space travelers, the terms are sometimes applied to anyone who travels into space including scientists also. Following are the general eligibility criteria to become astronaut:
(a) Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in engineering, science, or mathematics, etc. An advanced degree is desirable.
(b) At least 1,000 hours pilot-in-command time in jet aircraft. Flight test experience is highly desirable.
(c) Medically fit
India's first two astronauts were from Indian Air Force Fighter Pilot branch.
In India it may be difficult to pursue both careers of astronaut and astronomer simultaneously.

An astronaut is a person trained by a human space flight program to command, pilot or serve as a crew member of a spacecraft. Although, it is reserved for professional space travelers, the terms are sometimes applied to anyone who travels into space, including scientists also.
Following are the general eligibility criteria to become an astronaut:
1. Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in engineering, science, mathematics, etc. An advanced degree is desirable.
2. At least 1000 hours pilot in command time in jet aircraft. Flight test experience is highly desirable.
3. Medically fitness of military pilot's standards.
India's first two astronauts were from Indian air force fighter pilot branch.

Students more inclined towards physics and mathematics subjects, can opt for a career in astronomy. Such candidates should complete their graduation in science/engineering subjects as a primary step. After completing graduation successfully, then they can look for Master's level courses like M.Sc astronomy and M.Tech (Space technology and applications) as well.
Searching for a rewarding job is the next step. Various Job opportunities exists in firms like:
1. Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).
2. Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA).
3. NASA.
4. Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC), etc.
Reputed institutions like Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Sri Venkateswara University, etc offer this kind of master level courses. M.Sc programs on streams of Astrophysics, Astrometeorology, Astrometry, Astrobiology, Astrogeology, etc are also suitable to build up a career in astronomy.