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NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Aug 08, 2025

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Dhanashri Question by Dhanashri on Aug 08, 2025Hindi
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Not much at present ..hence asking ..what is the scope of btech bioinformatics

Ans: Hi Sir,

I hope this message finds you well. I would like to share some thoughts on how to select a career program that can sustain us throughout our lives, even after retirement. It is essential to choose a program that will serve us effectively rather than settling for a course that might be a waste of time and resources.

It's important to distinguish between fashion and passion, as well as between passion and practical realities. We should be cautious about selecting a program simply because it is available online; such options may not be suitable for long-term career development. In this context, I believe that Bioinformatics is not a viable choice. Moreover, this course can be pursued at any time virtually.
When considering a career in Bioinformatics, it's crucial to ensure that it aligns with the current job market demands. After completing the course, one should pursue a career related to their core subjects rather than choosing any available option. Bioinformatics itself is further divided into various categories, such as Health Informatics and Nursing Informatics. The term 'informatics' pertains to the management and processing of information. However, be wary of courses that seem to be accessible to everyone; if everyone can pursue a course, it may lead to high competition and diminished job prospects.

Given that your daughter has completed PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology), she may consider pursuing a career in either engineering or the health field, such as medicine, BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), nursing, or pharmacy. In the medical field, there are two main pathways: Indian medicine and MBBS.
The Institutions offering bioinformatics programs often make enticing promises to attract students, but many tend to shift the blame onto students upon course completion.

Therefore, I recommend that let her focus on either the engineering field or the health field. Once she chooses a path, she needs to acquire the knowledge and skills specific to that field. Motivate her to concentrate on building her career rather than merely seeking a job.

If you need any further details, please feel free to reach out.

Best regards,
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