Explore Career Options in Physics in India

A Career in Physics in India is increasingly becoming one of the most sought after options after Class 12th. As a student of Physics, you probably enjoy this subject a lot but we are sure most of you do not know where studying Physics will lead you.

Contrary to popular belief, there is a huge demand for Physics graduates in the market. Studying Physics will help you develop a number of key skills such as computation skills, problem-solving, ability to think laterally and modelling. These fundamental skills are relevant in any work environment and make physics graduates highly desirable in a wide variety of fields like education, finance, journalism, IT, etc.

Some of the sought after Physics courses in India include the following:

• B. Sc. Physics
• B.Sc. Physics Hons.
• B. Sc Applied Physics
• M. Sc Physics
• M. Sc. Applied Physics
• M. Phil Applied Physics
• M. Phil Physics
• Ph. D Applied Physics
• Ph. D Physics

Basic Eligibility for Physics Courses:

UG:

The eligibility to apply for the undergraduate programme in physics is 10+2 with science (PCM/PCB).

PG:

The eligibility to apply for postgraduate programmes in physics is bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) in Physics.

Ph. D/M. Phil:

The eligibility to apply for M. Phil/Ph. D is to have a master’s degree in Physics

Career in Physics after 12th:

There are various courses up for you to take after doing 12th with Physics. You can obtain a Bachelor’s degree in any one of the fields viz. Engineering, Aviation, Merchant Navy, Information Technology, Architecture, Hardware, Defence Services, Astronomy and Environmental Science if you had Physics in 12th.

Career in Physics after Graduation:

If you have a strong background in physics, you can explore career options in various fields including, but not limited to, Astronomy, Meteorology, Bioengineering, Biophysics, Electronics and Telecommunications, Oceanography, Geology, Cosmology, Space Sciences, Hydrology and Mathematical Sciences.

You can pursue M.Sc. in any of these specialised fields. There are also research-focussed fields like Astrophysics that deals with the physical or chemical properties of heavenly bodies and earth sciences such as geophysics. Another field is that of geosciences which delve into the exploration, discovery, and earth systems.

There is an increasing demand for specialists in earth sciences to work with exploration, geological and geophysical companies; oil, petroleum service companies; gas and resource companies; engineering consulting firms; gas and chemical plant operations.

Degree course in Physics makes several options available for you to take a decision based on your interests and the kind of environment you wish to work in. Moreover, you also have options in the field that are not related to Physics. You can try your luck in areas like the hospitality industry, business management, and mass communications and finance. Clearing the NET exam once you complete M.Sc. in Physics makes you eligible to teach in government and private colleges, as an Assistant Professor is a rewarding career option for sure.

Identify the kind of job you would like – be it in teaching, research, computers, IT, with a technical organisation or even a corporate job in the business management to take a decision accordingly.
 

Top Physics Colleges in India:

• Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IITB)
• Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (TIFR)
• University of Delhi (DU)
• Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Kodaikanal & Bengaluru
• Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (IISc)
• Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (BHU)

Apart from these, innumerable colleges and Research Institutes of Physics in India require professionals with degree in Physics.