Every student has to complete class 12 to carry on his or her career further as it is the base for any higher study. After finishing the class 12 exam, almost every student gets confused about the future career like which stream to select or which graduation course to opt. Generally, students choose Humanities, Commerce or Science. There are many more opportunities for conventional & unconventional undergraduate (UG) courses after class 12th board examination. Here is a list of various entrance exams that would help you in choosing a right career path for yourself.
Entrance Exams for Engineering Branch:
JEE Main: This entrance exam was earlier known as AIEEE. Students who have completed class 12(PCM) can appear for thisJEE exam. It offers courses at centrally funded technical institutions such as IIST, IITs and NITs. On appearing this exam one can take admission in B. Arch., B. Planning or B. E./B. Tech. and it is also an eligibility test for JEE Advanced. Students can apply online for it. Tip: You should be thorough with the JEE Main Syllabus to clear such a competitive exam.
JEE Advanced: Only thestudents who have cleared the JEE Main exam can appear for this exam. Qualified students in this exam can apply to all UG engineering & other science courses offered at ISM Dhanbad& 16 IITs in India. Students can apply online for the exam.
VITEEE (Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam): Students who will clear this entrance examination can take admission in numerous B Tech degree courses. Mode of application is either by post or online.
BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test): Through this exam, students can get admission in any BITS campuses in Hyderabad, Goa or Pilani which offers courses like Information Systems, engineering, Pharmacy and much more. Mode of application is online.
Entrance Exams for Medical Branch:
| Sl No. | Exam Name | Application Mode | Website URL | Eligibility |
| 1 | National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) | Online | aipmt.nic.in/aipmt/Welcome.aspx | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 2 | AIIMS | Online | aiimsexams.org | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 3 | JIPMER | Online | jipmer.edu.in | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 4 | CMC-Vellore | Online | admissions.cmcvellore.ac.in | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 5 | CMC-Ludhiana | Online | cmcludhiana.in | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 6 | Manipal (MBBS) | Online | www.admissions.manipal.edu | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 7 | COMED-K | Online | www.comedk.org | Class 12 (PCB) |
| 8 | BHU Medical | Online | bhuonline.in | Class 12 (PCB) |
Entrance Exams for Marine & Defence
Indian Navy B.Tech Entry Scheme: Students interested in Indian Navy B.Tech. program can apply for this entrance exam online.
NDA(National Defence Academy ) & NA(Naval Academy) Exams: Those who wish to serve the nation and work in defense can apply for this entrance exam. Qualified students can then join Navy, Army and Air Force according to their percentage and performance during the training period. Mode of application is online.
Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test: Students who have passed 12th in PCM can apply for this entrance exam. Qualified students can take admission in Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) leading to BSc. (Nautical Science). Mode of application is by post.
Indian Army Technical Entry Scheme (TES): Students who have passed 12th in PCM can apply for this exam. Qualified students can make technical entry into the army. Mode of application is online.
Indian Navy Sailors Recruitment: Students who have completed their 12th in Maths and Physics/ Computer Science/Biology/Chemistry can apply for this exam. Qualified students will get basic training at INS Chilka, followed by professional training. Mode of application is online or by post.