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NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Mar 03, 2026

Dr Nagarajan JSK is an associate professor and former head of medical research at the JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty.
He has over 30 years of experience in counselling students towards making the right career choices, particularly in the field of pharmacy.
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Dr Nagarajan holds a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences from the JSS Academy of Higher Education And Research, Mysore, and is currently guiding five PhD scholars.... more

Asked by Anonymous - Mar 02, 2026Hindi

I completed my 12th State Board in 2025 with Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Mathematics. I now want to apply for a college course that requires Biology, and the college has informed me that they accept NIOS qualifications but require all three subjects - Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, not just Biology alone. I have already applied for the NIOS On-Demand Biology exam scheduled in March 2026. I would like clarification on the following: 1. Should I write the Biology On-Demand exam in march and then later apply for Physics and Chemistry through NIOS On-Demand as well, or is it better to enroll for the NIOS Public Exam and write all five subjects (English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) together to obtain a single consolidated 12th passing certificate instead of separate marksheets? 2. If I take the Biology exam now and pass or fail, am I allowed to appear for the Biology exam again in the NIOS Public Exam session? Will they accept my admission for 12th public exam after taking biology on demand? 3. Since I have already completed my State Board 12th and passed all the subjects, am I eligible to apply for a full NIOS Public Exam with five subjects or can I only apply for on demand exam? Which option on demand or public exam is best to obtain a full 12th passing certificate from nios? I thought it is best to take the full public exam for 12th STD in NIOS instead of getting seperate marksheet for each subject so that I can get my college admission smoothly. Kindly guide me on which option is officially recommended for smooth college admission eligibility.

Ans: Hi,

Thank you for contacting Rediffguru.

I appreciate your thorough inquiry; it shows that you have a lot of questions. However, I need a bit more information to assist you better. Could you please specify which course you are interested in and which institution requires you to complete biology before joining? Once I have those details, I can suggest the best options for you.

Looking forward to your response!
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Asked on - Mar 03, 2026 | Answered on Mar 03, 2026

Hi sir! I'm planning on taking either bsc clinical or sports science in Ramachandra medical college chennai

Ans: Hi,
I have reviewed the curriculum for the BSc in Clinical Research and Sports and Exercise Science. Typically, programs like these include either remedial math or remedial biology to support students who choose these courses. For instance, the Pharmacy program offers this option. I’m unsure why the Board of Studies at that university has not included this for the students’ benefit.

My next question concerns your future plans regarding the course you intend to pursue. Currently, you have chosen Computer Science instead of a more traditional option like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCMB). However, PCMB provides a wider range of opportunities for further studies. Consequently, you may find it challenging to enroll in the basic degree program later on.

I want to emphasize that you should avoid experiencing this dilemma again in three years. Your choice of course should lead you toward a better future, not the opposite. Please think carefully about your decision.

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