List of 60+ Courses after 12th (2020 Update) - For Arts, Commerce, Science Students

Courses After 12th - Class 12 results have been announced and admissions have started. In this time, students are looking for best courses after class 12 which is confusing. To choose the best course after 12th class students need proper guidance regarding eligibility, admission process, scope and other factors. Besides, they should also consider their interest before selecting a course after 12th. B.Tech, B.E., B.Sc., MBBS and BDS are the popular courses after 12th science. B.com, BBA and several other commerce courses are available for students. BA is the most popular course among arts stream students. Apart from these several UG courses after Class 12 available for all stream students.
Latest: 12th results 2020 have been announced by respective boards.
Some students also remain in a tiff between their parents to pursue the courses after 12th of their interest. However, parents want students to follow a career which they have selected for their wards. Considering the issue, we have listed some high salary courses after 12th in all streams including science, commerce & arts. Students and parents can check the list of these courses to resolve their issues by selecting the most appropriate one. This list of courses after studying 12th includes undergraduate, diploma and certificate courses. Read below to know more about stream-wise best courses after 12th including their duration, eligibility, fee, expected starting salary, etc.

List of 60+ Courses after 12th - For Arts, Commerce, Science Students

What to do After 12th?

This is the most common question among class 12 students.
They should know that they have several options to choose from.
They can go for a diploma course to complete a course after 12th in a short time and start their career.
In UG courses, students have engineering, medical, design, management and several other fields to choose from and these sectors comprise of various courses.

UG Courses after 12th Science, Commerce & Arts

Generally, the duration of undergraduate courses after Class 12 are 3 years or 4 years long. But the duration of Integrated course is 5 years. Students can pursue any of the following undergraduate courses for 12th passed students in commerce, arts, PCM or PCB as per their interest and eligibility.

Stream-wise Courses after Class 12

Courses after 12th PCM

Engineering and basic sciences courses are popular courses after 12th for students studying Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. But apart from them, PCM students can go for most of the courses in commerce and arts. Here are some major courses after 12th PCM with can be pursued for booming opportunities:

List of Courses after Class 12th PCM

Courses & Duration	Eligibility	Admission Procedure	Starting Salary**
Bachelor in Technology/Engineering - 4 years (Computer Science, Mechanical, Electronics and Tele-Communication, Electrical, Civil, Information Technology)	12th Science PCM with high percentile	National Level and State level entrance test such as JEE-Main, GATE, UPSEE, BITSAT.	2.5 lakh - 3 lakh PA
Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.) - 3 years	12th Science PCM with minimum 55 per cent marks	Merit-based admission, some institutes conduct entrance exam.	2.5 lakh - 3.5 lakh PA
NDA to join National Defense Services - Indian Navy Officer, Indian Air Force	12th PCM, unmarried Indian citizens.	Crack UPSC NDA exam followed by a medical exam.	39,000 - 80,000 per month
Bachelor of Architecture ( B.Arch.) - 5 years	12th Science PCM with high percentile	National Level and State level entrance test such as IIT-JEE, GATE, UPSEE, BITSAT.	2.5 lakh - 4.5 lakh PA
Merchant Navy B.Sc. Nautical Science - 3 years B.E. (Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering, Harbour and Ocean Engineering) - 4 years	12th Science PCM with high percentile	Qualify All India Merchant Navy Entrance Test (AIMNET) and required the vision (eyesight) and health standards.	12,000 - 8 lakhs per month
Railway Apprentice Exam (Training of 4 years after selection. Further, candidates take up leadership positions in the Indian Railways as Class 1 officers)	12th Science PCM with at least 60% marks	Candidates will have to qualify the written test followed by Interview test to get selected	9,300 - 34,800 with Grade pay of 4200/
Pilot (Indian Flying schools provide CPL program with a duration as long as 2–3 years. It takes 18–24 months in getting the Commercial Pilot license after acquiring a flying experience of at least 200 hours.)	Class XII with a minimum of 50 per cent marks in Maths and Physics. At least the age of 16 years to be eligible for a Student Pilot License. 17 for a Private Pilot License. 18 for a Commercial Pilot License.	Apply for FAA Medical Certificate, then apply for FAA Student Pilot Certificate Start Flight Training Lessons and Pass Private Pilot Knowledge Test then Pass Private Pilot Practical Exam.	3 lakh - 8 lakh per month

Top/Colleges to Pursue Courses after 12th PCM

IITs, GFITs and IIITs.
Anna University, Chennai
Birla Institute Of Technology, Mesra
IGIA (Indira Gandhi Institute of Aeronautics).
Symbiosis International University, Pune

In-demand Careers in PCM

Career as a Data Analyst
Architecture Designer
Interior Designer
Government jobs such as SSC-JE/AE/Station Master
Career as a Software Engineer
Air Force Pilot
Research Analyst
School Teacher
Co-Pilot/Chief-Pilot

Courses after 12th PCB

Most of the students choose PCB to become a Doctor, Pharmacist so they go for MBBS, BDS and Pharmacy. But they can also opt for homoeopathy, Basic science, Physiotherapy to avoid the competition. Theses courses after 12th PCB opens the gate of various responsible and reputed careers. Candidates can get a job in a hospital, science lab, Research Institute, etc or they can also open their own clinic to practise privately. Also, check Biology courses.

List of Courses after Class 12th PCB

Courses	Eligibility	Admission Procedure	Starting Salary**
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) - 5.5 years	10+2 with minimum 50% marks in PCB	Through NEET Entrance exam	35,000 - 80,000 per month
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) - 4 years	10+2 with min. 50% marks in PCB + English as a compulsory subject	Through NEET Entrance exam	15,000 - 30,000 per month
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) Botany/Zoology/Chemistry Nutrition and Dietetics Biochemistry - 3 years	10+2 with the subjects PCB or PCM	Merit-based admission (Some colleges conduct entrance test)	2.5 lakh - 4 lakh PA
BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery) -5.5 years	10+2 with a minimum of 50% in PCB and English as a mandatory subject	NEET, TS EAMCET, AP EAMCET	25,000 - 35,000 per month
B. Pharmacy - 4 years	10+2 with subjects PCB (50% or above marks)	Through entrance tests (Direct admissions in some universities)	10,000 - 18,000 per month
BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) - 4 years	10+2 with at least 50% marks in PCB +English as compulsory subjects	Through entrance exam	15,000 - 30,000 per month
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine Surgery) -5.5 years	10+2 with minimum 50% marks (40%for SC/ST) in PCB with English as a compulsory subject	Entrance exam + Group discussion + Personal interview	15,000 - 20,000 per month
BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) - 5.5 years	10+2 with PCB (minimum 50%)	NEET entrance exam	12,000 - 15,000 per month
Bioinformatics - 3 years	10+2 with PCB with min. 50% marks	Entrance tests followed by an interview	2 lakh - 3 lakh PA
Genetics - 3 years	10+2 with Science stream	Direct admission Entrance exam in few institutes	3.5 lakh - 5 lakh PA
Microbiology - 3 years	10+2 with Science (minimum 55% marks)	Direct admission (Some universities conduct entrance exam)	10,000 - 20,000 per month
Forensic Sciences - 3 years	10+2 with Science stream	Entrance tests	3 lakh - 4 lakh PA
Biotechnology (B.Sc. - 3 years, B.Tech - 4 years)	Min. 55% marks in 12th in any three out of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths or Computer Science subjects	Entrance tests	25,000 - 28,000 per month
Environmental Science - 3 years	10+2	Direct admissions Some colleges conduct entrance exams	3 lakh - 5 lakh PA
Nursing - 4 years	10+2 with PCB as compulsory subjects	Entrance exams	2 lakh - 2.8 lakh PA

Top Colleges/Institutes to Pursue PCB Courses after 12th

AIIMS - All India Institute of Medical Sciences
Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
Maulana Azad Institute Of Dental Sciences, New Delhi
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
Indian Institute of Health Education & Research, Patna

Top Careers after Completing Courses after 12th PCB

Doctor
Career as a Nurse
General Dentist
Ayurveda Consultation
Geneticist
Research Assistant
Hospital Pharmacist
Environment Journalists
Research Analyst
Microbiologist
Public Health Specialist

Courses after 12th Commerce

Bachelor of Commerce or B.Com is the common and most pursued course by commerce students. Many students opt for this course due to lack of information about courses after 12th. Such students should know that commerce is a very wide stream with a number of courses after 12th to pursue. These courses provide various high salary job opportunities. Students who did not opt for Maths in class 12 can choose among the commerce courses after 12 without maths. Some major and high salary courses after 12th commerce are tabulated below:

List of Courses after Class 12th Commerce

Course Name & Duration	Eligibility	Admission Process	*Fee per year**	Starting Salary Range (Per annum)**
B.Com (General) - 3 years	Class 12th with Commerce subjects	Based on Entrance exams	Rs. 10,000 to 1 lakh	Rs. 2 lakh - 10 lakh
B.Com (Hons.)- 3 years	Passed 10+2 with 45% marks (aggregate)	BHU UET, IPU CET and counselling after selection	Rs. 10,000 to 7 lakh	Rs. 2 lakh - 10 lakh
Bachelor in Business Studies - 3 years	60% marks in aggregate in class 12th	Based on Entrance exams like as DU JAT	60K to 1 Lakh	Rs. 2 lakh and Upwards
BBA - 3 years	Must have scored 50% and above in class 12th	AIMA UGAT, IPU CET	Rs. 1 lakh and Upwards	Rs. 2 lakh and Upwards
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Legislative Law - 5 years	Must be passed in 12th exams	CLAT, LSAT India	Rs. 10,000 - 2 lakh	Rs. 4 lakh - 7 lakh
Bachelor of Management Studies - 3 years	Must have scored 50% and above in class 12th	DU JAT, UGAT-AIMA, BUMAT	Rs. 1 lakh to 5 lakh	Rs. 2 lakh - 7 lakh
Company Secretary	Class 12th with at least 50% marks (aggregate)	online registration with ICSI	Rs. 60,100	Rs. 5.5 - 15 lakh
Chartered Accountancy - 5 years	Class 12th with at least 50% marks (aggregate)	online registration with ICAI	Rs. 55500	Rs. 3.5 lakh - 8 lakh
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)	Must be passed class 12th	Registration with FPSB India	Rs. 36000	Rs. 3 lakh - 10 lakh
Cost and Management Accountant (CMA)	Must be passed class 12th	online registration with ICMAI	Rs. 47400	Rs.3 to 5 lakh

Top Colleges to Pursue Courses after 12th Commerce

Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi
Hansraj College, Delhi
Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi
St. Xavier's College, Kolkata
Christ University, Bangalore

Top Careers for Commerce Students

Accountant
Financial Analyst and Advisor
Investment Banking Analyst
Chartered Accountant
CS - Executive
Human Resources
Tax Auditor and Consultant
Event Manager
Government Jobs
Entrepreneurship

Courses after 12th Arts

Arts or humanities is the most popular stream which opens the gate of various opportunities and careers. BA and BFA are the most popular courses for Arts students which helps them to follow their passion. Apart from the arts stream, courses students can also pursue some commerce stream courses like as BBA. Here’s the list of Top courses after 12th arts which provides better growth:

List of Courses after Class 12th Arts

Course Name & Duration	Eligibility	Average Fee* per year	Salary Range** (per annum)
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - 3 years	10+2 from a recognized educational board	Rs. 10K to 25K	Rs. 1.5 Lakh to 6 Lakh
Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Legislative Law (BA-LLB) - 5 years	Passed 12th or equivalent exam from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks	Rs. 5K to 10 Lakh	Rs. 1.5 Lakh to 18 Lakh.
Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - 3 years	10+2 from a recognized board with the required percentage in required subjects.	Rs. 25K to 6 Lakh	Rs. 2 Lakh to 20 Lakh
Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)	10+2 from a recognized educational board	Rs. 1 Lakh to 3 Lakh	Rs. 2 Lakh to 5 Lakh
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication (BJMC) - 3 years	10+2 from a recognized educational board with minimum 50-60% marks + minimum 17 years in age	Rs. 50K to 6 Lakh	Rs. 2 Lakh to 18 Lakh
Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) - 4 years	10+2 from a recognized board	Rs. 20K to 1.5 Lakh	Rs. 2 Lakh to 5 Lakh
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - 3 years	10+2 Arts from a recognized educational board with minimum 50-60% marks	Rs. 3K to 2 Lakh	Rs. 2.5 Lakh to 8 Lakh
Fashion Designing - 3 to 4 years	10+2 from a recognized educational board	Rs. 1 Lakh to 8 Lakh	Rs. 2 Lakh to 20 Lakh

Top Colleges/Institutes to Pursue Courses after 12th Arts

Top Careers in Arts

Content Writer
School Teacher
Legal Advisor
Event Manager
Blogger
HR Manager
Interior Designer
Journalist
Fashion Designer
Media Manager

Diploma Courses after 12th

Diploma courses are the best to pursue after 12th when it matters to cost and time. These courses can be completed at less cost with less investment of time and provide deep knowledge of a field. A student going to choose a diploma course after 12th will have to decide his/her aim that he/she wants to become a designer, Teacher, Actor or something else to pursue a perfect course.

Trending Diploma Courses after 12th

Course Name	Duration	Average Fee*	Starting Salary**
Animation and Multimedia	1 year	10,000 to 10 Lacs	2 to 10 Lacs
Diploma in IT	1 year	10,000 - 50,000	3-6 lacs
Yoga	1 year	7,000 to 45,000	2 lakh to 16 lakh
Photography	1 year	5000 - 5 lakh	2 lakh - 5 lakh
Acting and Anchoring	6 month - 3 years	15,000 to 3 lac	2 lac to 5 lac
Junior Basic Training (JBT)	2 years	7,000 to 2 lakh	2 to 15 lakh
Travel and Tourism	1 year	15,000 - 2,70,000	1.5 lakh - 3 lakh
Event Management	1 year	20,000 and 1,20,000	3 and 4 lakh
Paramedical Courses	2 year	1.4 lakh - 2 lakh	1.5 lakh - 6 lakh
Nursing courses	3 years	1.35 to 2.10 Lacs	2 to 5 Lacs

Certificate Courses after 12th

Short term certificate courses can be pursued after 12th to make a career in a specific field. These are also called as job-oriented courses as these make a candidate to get a particular job. The duration of certification courses after 12th is usually range between 6-12 months. Some major short term courses after 12th are tabulated below along with details of salary and others:

Details of Certificate Courses after 12th

Course Name	Duration	Average Fee*	Starting Salary**
Web Designing	6 months	30000 - 50000	1.5 lakh - 3 lakh
Digital Marketing	6 months	30000 - 50000	2 lakh - 5 lakh
Graphic Design	3 to 12 months	10000 to 50000	1 lakh - 6 lakh
Tally	3 Months	8000 - 30000	2 lakh - 10 lakh
Interior Design	1 year	18,000 to 2,20,000	1 lakh - 3 lakh
Beautician	3 to 12 months	-	1.2 lakh - 3 lakh
Hardware and Networking	3 to 12 months	30000 - 50000	1.5 lakh - 3 lakh
Photography	6 months	8,000 to 30000	2 lakh to 5 lakh
Air Hostess	6 to 12 months	50000 to 90000	2 lakh to 5 lakh

*Average Fee: The fee for the courses after 12th may vary as per type, location, status and rating of Institute. The course which is available at high fees in an institute may be offered at nominal fees in an average Institute. So it is better to inquire properly before enrolling in any of the courses after 12th.

**Salary: The salary is a variable aspect which changes as per various factors such as policy company, candidate’s knowledge and experience, location, etc.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - List of 60+ Courses after 12th - For Arts, Commerce, Science Students

Question: What to do after 12th?

Answer:

After 12th, students can go for Undergraduate course of their choice. They can also apply for a diploma course after 12th. Check the overview of available best courses after 12th on this page.

Question: Which is best course after 12th class?

Answer:

For Non-medical: Engineering (B.Tech, B.E., B.Sc)
For medical: MBBS, BDS and Pharmacy
For arts: BA, BFA, BA-LLB, BCA
For commerce: BBA, B.com, BBS

Question: When will admissions be started?

Answer:

Admissions for courses after 12th start immediately after the declaration of results. The last date falls in the month of July/August of the admission year.

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I m in 12th PCM (CBSE) I have not given the pre board exam, and my school is threatening me that they will not give me those marks which are going from school. But i think the marks are given by the external examiner only on the basis of practicals which carry 30 marks.Am I correct?

anirudha vats 23rd Feb, 2021

Hey,

In every school pre boards are a mandatory thing to give before your boards. It is a kind of sample test to check your preparation before your actual board exams.. Some schools also have rules for student to pass in the board exam in order to get the Admit Card.

Yes the marks are given by the external. But it's no loss if you talk to the school authorities calmly and come up with a solution to cope with problem.

All the very best for your Board exams.

Thank you.

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I am in 12th PCM from CBSE board, and I am not giving the pre boards which have been started from tofay in my school because my JEE is on 25th. And they are saying that, they will not send those 20 (each subject) marks which will be going from school. What should I do.

Ayush 22nd Feb, 2021

Hello candidate,

If your JEE Mains examination is on 25th, definitely go and attend examination with full preparation.

Now, regarding the pre Board examinations in your school you can tell them in advance and ask for their permission and the School authority cannot restrict you from attending any examination.

Hope that this information was helpful for you.

All the best for your examinations!!

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I passed I 11 in 2020 and want to take admission in class 12 as a regular candidate and Im from CBSE... can I take admission AS a regular candidate??

Soham sengupta 21st Feb, 2021

Hello student

Your admission in 12th class in other school as a regular candidate will be possible if your parents transfer from one City to another city due to service or business. Your health problem is bound to change your city for you have to get regular treatment for unavailable reasons of ailment.

Your admission will be provincial and will be subject to the approval of CBSE board.

For this reason you have to submit a written affidavit on a 20 rupees stamp paper by your parents showing all the valid reasons for it. You have to submit documents like 11th result card ,11th registration card , document of your parents transfer due to service transfer or business transfer.

Hope this will be helpful.

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hii, i have passed cbse class 12th examination in 2020 with 49%(pcb) .want to give neet exam,so i have applied for improvement in 2021 for chemestry and biology if my improved no. will less than previous one, then which will be valid. In case new one is less than previous one then what will happen?

Suchayita Saha 20th Feb, 2021

Hello,

Dont think too much dear. Improvement number is always higher than your previous year number. So just don't think negatively. You just focused on your study. And give the improvement examination. You will be passed with well number. You can get above 55% markd minimum. Thats your target and you will achieve it. Just prepare yourself.

All the best.

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