Stream selection
How to Choose the Right Subjects
Ask these 5 simple questions:
Question | Purpose |
✅ What subjects do I enjoy the most? | Interest |
✅ Which subjects am I scoring well in? | Strength |
✅ What kind of careers inspire me? | Goal |
✅ Have I taken any aptitude or interest test? | Guidance |
✅ What are my talents or personality traits? | Fit |
SUBJECT SELECTION IN SECONDARY EDUCATION
Aligned with NEP 2020, CBSE, NCERT, ICSE, and Integrated Pathways
MAIN STREAMS AFTER CLASS 10:
1. Science Stream
- Core Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English
- Optional Subjects: Computer Science, Physical Education, Psychology, Biotechnology, Informatics Practices
🔍 Best For:
Students inclined toward analytical, logical thinking, research, and technology.
🎯 Top 10 Career Options:
- Doctor (MBBS/BDS)
- Engineer (IITs/NITs)
- Architect (B.Arch)
- Data Scientist / AI Specialist
- Forensic Scientist
- Pharmacist
- Biotechnologist
- Space Scientist / ISRO
- Environmental Scientist
- Pilot / Aeronautical Engineer
2. Commerce Stream
- Core Subjects: Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, English
- Optional Subjects: Mathematics, Informatics Practices, Entrepreneurship, Physical Education
🔍 Best For:
Students interested in finance, business, marketing, management, and economics.
🎯 Top 10 Career Options:
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Company Secretary (CS)
- Economist
- Investment Banker
- Business Analyst
- Actuary
- E-Commerce Specialist
- Digital Marketer
- MBA in Finance/Marketing
- Entrepreneur / Startup Founder
3. Humanities / Arts Stream
- Core Subjects: History, Political Science, Geography, Sociology, Psychology, English
- Optional Subjects: Fine Arts, Economics, Physical Education, Home Science
🔍 Best For:
Students with interest in social sciences, languages, public services, and creativity.
🎯 Top 10 Career Options:
- Civil Services (IAS/IPS)
- Lawyer / Legal Advisor
- Psychologist / Counselor
- Journalist / Media Professional
- Professor / Academic Researcher
- Historian / Archivist
- Foreign Language Expert
- Social Worker / NGO Leader
- Designer (Interior/Fashion)
Political Analyst / Diplomat
INTEGRATED & VOCATIONAL COURSES AFTER CLASS 10
1. Polytechnic Diploma Courses (Engineering/Technology)
- Duration: 3 years
- Leads to jobs or lateral entry in B.Tech
2. ITI Courses (Industrial Training Institutes)
- Duration: 1–2 years
- Vocational training in technical trades
3. Integrated 5-Year Programs
- Law (BA LLB), Management (IPM by IIM Indore), Design (NID/NIFT)
4. Open Schooling / Skill-based Pathways
- NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling)
- NSQF-aligned skill training programs (e.g., retail, hospitality)
