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Question by Karthigha on Jun 04, 2025

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Respected sir, my cousin is currently in 11 th std. He wants to do Astrophysics in his UG. could you please tell which are the national level entrance tests available? Preferably for admission to central or state government colleges

Ans: Karthigha, For undergraduate Astrophysics admissions in government colleges, national-level entrance exams include the NEST (for NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai’s integrated MSc programs requiring PCM in 12th with ≥60% ), IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) (for BS-MS programs at IISERs and IISc, requiring PCM/B and ≥60% in 12th ), and CUET-UG (for central universities like BHU and Delhi University offering BSc Physics/Astronomy, with domain subjects in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics ). State universities like Osmania University (BSc Astronomy via TS EAMCET/class 12 merit ) and Banaras Hindu University (BSc Hons Physics via CUET ) also offer relevant programs. Backup options include pursuing a BSc in Physics (via CUET/JEE/state exams) followed by MSc Astrophysics, or exploring private institutions like UPES Dehradun (BSc Physics–Astronomy via CUET/entrance ). For direct Astrophysics UG, prioritize NEST/IAT preparation; alternatively, target CUET for Physics programs at central universities and transition to Astrophysics post-graduation. All the BEST for your Cousin's Prosperous Future!

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My son has stepped into +2 in Narayana PU College in Bangalore, he is interested in Astronomy and studying hard for JEE Mains. His target is IIT for astrophysics. 1. Can you suggest me which IIT is better for Astrophysics. 2. Alternative Course or College without JEE Marks for Astrophysics.

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Hi Sir My son is appearing in CBSE 12th class this session and has cleared JEE mains with 99 percentiles. He is keen to pursue the career in research in Astro Physics. Can you please guide as to what course should he undertake, the institutes (both Indian and Foreign) and the admission process. Also if you could guide about the scope in this field.

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