What to do after Class 12?
Explore education, entrance exams, degree and professional career pathways after Class 12.
What can you do after Class 12?
After Class 12, the right route depends on your subjects, interests, eligibility and intended career. Options include undergraduate degrees, professional qualifications, integrated programmes, entrance-based admissions and skill pathways.
Science students
Depending on subjects and eligibility, students can consider medical and allied-health pathways, engineering, pure sciences, pharmacy, agriculture and many other degree programmes.
Commerce students
Common directions include B.Com, BBA, economics, finance, banking, accounting and management. CA, CS and CMA may also be considered subject to current institute rules.
Arts / Humanities students
Possible directions include BA programmes, law, psychology, economics, political science, sociology, languages, journalism, design, teaching and public-service preparation.
Entrance examinations
Depending on the target course, students may encounter NEET, JEE Main, CUET UG, CLAT and other entrance tests. Visit the Exams & Admissions hub for the major pathways covered by Plateable.
Degree versus professional qualification
A bachelor's degree and a professional qualification serve different purposes. Some careers require a particular regulated qualification, while others value a combination of degree, skills, experience and certification.
How to choose
- Start with the career role you want.
- Check the qualification required.
- Check entrance examinations and eligibility.
- Compare duration, cost and location.
- Consider employment, further study and licensing requirements.
Important
Do not rely on an old eligibility rule or previous year's entrance pattern. Check the current admission brochure and examination notification of the relevant authority.