Summary

Summary

Pure Science - The science that forms the root of every theory, hypothesis, research, experiment, and invention! Also called as the basic or fundamental science, this field is responsible for all scientific methods and discoveries we know of. Pure Sciences is the realm of critical observers and budding scientists. Today, the field abounds with hundreds of specializations and streams of education. Be it Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Chemistry, every field encompasses various other sub-fields. With a great number of reputed institutes offering 3-6 year courses in pure sciences, aspirants have several options to choose from.

Career Prospects

The scope of Pure Sciences is as vast as the specializations it offers. Aspirants can go for graduation, post graduation and doctoral programs in their field of interest. After the course, they can choose a career in Education, Research, Private/Public sector, etc. Given below are the lists of main job profiles and potential hiring sectors:

  • Anthropologist
  • Investigator
  • Professor
  • Biochemist
  • Geologist
  • Research Scientist
  • Biophysicist
  • Mathematician
  • Seismologist
  • Botanist
  • Microbiologist
  • Statistician
  • Chemist
  • Pharmacologist
  • Toxicologist
  • Scientist
  • Physical Scientist
  • Social Activist
  • Geophysicist
  • Physicist
  • Zoologist

Stream & Eligibility

Given below are the basic eligibility conditions for admission to Bachelor of Science and similar courses:

Streams applicable (post-10th)

  • NON-MEDICAL
  • MEDICAL
  • Candidate should have cleared class 10+2 (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology) from a recognized board or equivalent. For some courses, even a candidate with only Mathematics/Statistics as compulsory subject in class 10+2 is accepted.
  • A few colleges require the candidate to have passed JEE/college-specific entrance test for admission to particular courses.
* Some colleges may have a particular cut off percentage criteria for class 10+2.

Courses/Specialization

Given below are the eligibility conditions for Bachelor of Science and similar courses:

Courses

  • B Sc. - (Various Specializations)
  • B Sc.(Hons.) - (Various Specializations)
  • B. Stat. (Bachelor of Statistics)
  • B.Sc.+M.Sc. (Integrated)

Specialisations

  • Anthropology
  • Agriculture
  • Applied Physical Science
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioinformatics
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Biomedical
  • Biotechnology
  • Environmental
  • Fashion Design/Technology
  • Sports Science
  • Dairy Technology
  • Fire & Safety
  • Food Technology
  • Forensic Science
  • Forestry
  • Film Making
  • Geology
  • Home Science
  • Instrumentation
  • Genetics
  • Life Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Microbiology
  • Interior Design
  • Nautical Science
  • Physical Sciences
  • Polymer Science
  • Sericulture
  • Physics
  • Zoology
  • Statistics

Skill set/ Interests

Some of skills/ interest required for a career in Sciences are given below:

  • Logical Thinking
  • Research Skills
  • Analytical Ability
  • Good Memory
  • Observant Attitude
  • Detail-Oriented Skills
  • Attentiveness
  • Decision-Making Skills

Major Entrance Exams

JEE Main Paper 1(Joint Entrance Exam Main)

For Engineering Colleges - NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, SFIs, etc.

www.jeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Advanced(Joint Entrance Exam - Advanced)

For Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)

www.jeeadv.ac.in

KVPY(Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana)

IISc Bangalore and IISERs

www.kvpy.iisc.ernet.in

Top Colleges for Pure Science Courses in India

Some of India’s top colleges for pursuing B.Sc. courses are listed below along with the Entrance exams they conduct or accept as admission criteria:

College / University Admission Basis Website
IISc Bangalore KVPY / JEE-MAIN /JEE-Advanced /NEET-UG www.iisc.ac.in
IISERs KVPY / JEE-MAIN /JEE- Advanced /NEET-UG www.iisersystem.ac.in
Miranda House, Delhi Based on 12th Marks www.mirandahouse.ac.in
University of Mumbai-Dept. of Atomic Energy NEST www.cbs.ac.in
NISER-Bhubaneshwar NEST www.niser.ac.in
Christ University, Bengaluru CUET www.christuniversity.in
Hindu College, Delhi Based on 12th Marks www.hinducollege.org
Madras Christian College, Chennai Based on 12th Marks www.mcc.edu.in
Hansraj College, Delhi IPU-CET www.hansrajcollege.co.in
Symbiosis International University, Pune SET www.sicsr.ac.in
ChennaiLoyola College Based on 12th Marks www.loyolacollege.edu

Top Colleges for Pure Science Courses in Himachal

Given below is a list of top colleges of Himachal Pradesh providing B.Sc. courses:

College / University Admission Basis Website
Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Kangra Based on 12th Marks www.cuhimachal.ac.in
Shoolini University, Solan Based on 12th Marks www.shooliniuniversity.com
Indus International University, Una Based on 12th Marks www.iiuedu.in
Abhilashi University, Mandi Based on 12th Marks www.abhilashiuniversity.com
St. Bede’s College, Shimla Based on 12th Marks www.stbedescollege.in