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6 years agoContributor-Level 10
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 Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune
8 National Centre for Radio Astronomy
9 Osmania University, Hyderabad
10 Andhra
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6 years agoScholar-Level 18
The minimum eligibility required to be met for admission to the course is graduation completed with science from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate score of 50%.
A few universities and colleges in India conduct entrance examinations for admission to the course.
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6 years agoScholar-Level 18
Astronomy is an amazing & a promising career for the students, those are interested in the mysteries of the universe.
A career in Astronomy is broadly divided as Theoretical or Observational though.
Theoretical Research career is typically involves doing Bachelors in Engineering or Technology or Masters in Physics with the basic knowledge in Mathematics & Physics. You can join Universities or Institutions for a Ph.D programme & obtain a permanent job.
Observation Research Career is wider because students have an engineering degree or have knowledge of computer systems & electronics are encouraged to apply for the graduation p
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6 years agoScholar-Level 17
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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6 years agoGuide-Level 14
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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6 years agoScholar-Level 18
https://www.shiksha.com/science/course/diploma-in-astronomy-and-astrophysics-directorate-of-distance-education-madurai-kamaraj-university-289473
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7 years agoGuide-Level 14
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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7 years agoScholar-Level 18
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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