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i am in 12. i have geography. can i became geologist????????

Please reply
thanks

Hi,

I am glad that you have selected geology as a subject of choice and career for you basically Geology is the study of the Earth's origin, history and composition etc. Its sub-branches are mineralogy, structural geology, geomorphology, planetology and geological engineering etc. A person who carries out these studies is known as geologist.

You can take geology as a career option at undergraduate level. An honours in the field at undergraduate level can help pursue master program in the branch. The minimum educational qualification in this case is 10+2 Science (or class 12th).

In India there are several bachelor’s and masters programs available in geology and applied geology. One can also opt for MTech or PhD in the field after MSc or BE (Bachelor of Engineering). Please see the list of universities/institutes offering courses in geology.

The various courses offered by Indian universities/institutes are:

• B.Sc. (Hons.) with Geology (at undergraduate level)
• M.Sc. (Geology)
• M. Sc. (Applied Geology)
• M.Sc. (Tech.) in Applied Geology
• M.Tech (Geology)
• MPhil (Geology)
• PhD

Institutes/Universities

Aligarh Muslim University, Allgarh
Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Hons.) with Geology, M. Sc. (Applied Geology)

Amravati University, Amravati
Courses Offered: M.Sc., Ph.D

Andhra University, Vishakha Patnam
Courses Offered: M.Sc. /M.Sc. (Tech.) in Applied Geology

Anna University, Guindy, Chennai
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied -Geology, M.Phil - Applied Geology

Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, TN
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Applied Geology)

Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Geology)

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli, TN
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Geology)

Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi, Kerala
Courses Offered: MSc/MTech in Marine Geo Physics

Dr. Harishingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar
Courses Offered: B.Sc (Hons) and M.Sc in Geology

Gulbarga University, Gulbarga
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied -Geology, M.Phil - Applied Geology, PhD

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal
Course (s) Offered: M.Sc. in Geological Sciences, M.Sc. in Geophysics, Integrated M.Sc. in Applied Geology, Integrated M.Sc. in Exploration Geophysics, MS (Geology & Geophysics), M.Tech. - Applied Geology, M.Tech. - Computational Seismology, Ph.D. (Geology & Geophysics)

Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad
Courses Offered: 5 Years Integrated M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geology/Applied Geophysics, 3 Years M.Sc. Tech. (6 Semesters) in Applied Geology/Applied Geophysics

Karnataka University, Dharwad
Courses Offered: M.Sc Geology

Kurukshetra University, Kurushetra
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied Geology

Osmania University, Hyderabad
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Geology)

Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Geology)

University of Delhi, New Delhi
Courses Offered: BSc (Hons) Geology, MSc in Geology, MPhil in Geology, PhD in Geology, PhD in Engineering Geology

University of Madras, Chennai, TN
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied Geology

University of Mysore, Mysore
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied Geology

University of Pune, Pune
Courses Offered: M.Sc. Geology, M.Phil & Ph.D

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee


Hope this fulfills your query
Best of luck

You have to do a course in Geology for this.
Courses/Institutions :

Graduate/Postgraduate Courses

B.SC. (Applied Geology)

* Anna University, Sardar patel Road, Guindy, Chennai

B.Sc./M.Sc. COURSES IN GEOLOGY

NORTHERN REGION

Vikram University, Ujjain 456010 (MP)
Chaudhary Charan Singh University Meerut 250005 (UP)
Chatrapati Shahuji Maharaj University, Kanpur 208024 (UP)
Devi Ahilya Viswavidyalaya, Indore 452001 (MP)
Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar 470003 (MP)
Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur 495009
Rani Durgawati Vishwavidyalaya, Pachpedi, Jabalpur 482001
Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur 492010 (MP)
PunjabUniversity, Sector 14, Chandigarh 160014
Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar 143005, Punjab
Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra 136119
Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak 124001
University of Lucknow,Badshah Bagh, Lucknow 226007
Kumaon University, Nainital 263001
Kanpur University, Kanpur 208024
University of Jammu, jammu 180004
University of Kashmir, Srinagar 190006
H N Bahuguna Garhwal University, Srinagar 246174, Garhwal
Gujarat University, Nvrangtputa, Ahmedabad 380009
M S University of Baroda, Fatehgani, Badodara 390002
Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya Bhopal 462026 (MP)
Benaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005 (UP)
Awadhesh Pratap Singh University, Rewa 486003
Agra University, Agra 282004
Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002

SOUTHERN REGION

Sri Venkatshwara University, Tirupati 517502
Osmania University, Hyderbad 500007
Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar 522510
University of Mysore, Crawford Hall, Mysore 570005
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelvelli 627008
Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai 625021
Universityof Madras, Chepauk, Chennai 600005
Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli 620024, TN
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560 Kerala
University of Kerala, Thirunanthapuram 695034
Karnatak University, Pavate Nagar, Dharwad 580003
Kakatiya University, Warangal 506009 AP
Osmani University, Hyderbad 500007,AP
Gulbarga University, Gulbarga 585106, Karnataka
University pf Calicut, Calcuit University, PO Caticut 673635
Bangalore University, Jnana Bharati, Bandalore 560056
Annamalai University, PO Annamalainagar 608002
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam 530003

EASTERN REGION

Vinoba Bhave University, Post Box 31, Hazaribagh 825301
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar 751004
Sambalpur University, Burla Sambalpur 768019
Ranchi University, Ranchi 834001
Patna University, Patna 800005
North Eastern Hill University, Shilong 793022
University of North Bengal, Distt. Darjeeling 734430
Gauhati University, Guwahati 781014
University of Calcutta, 87 College Street, Calcutta 700073
Berhampur University, Bhanja Bihar Berhampur, Distt. Ganjam 760007
University of Burdwan, PO Rajbati, Burdwan 713104
Digrugarh University, Dibrugarh 786004, Assam
Jadavpur University, Calcutta - 700032
Manipur University, Imphal 795003, Manipur

WESTERN REGION

Shivaji University, Vidyanagar, kohalpur 416004 (Offers Geochemistry also)
University of Rajasthan, Gandhi Nagar, Jaipur 302004
University of Pune, Ganeshkhind, Pune 411007
Nagpur University, Ravindranath Tagore Marg, Nagpur 440001
Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Pratap Nagar, Udaipur 313001
Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati University, Ajmer 305001
jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur 342001
Goa University, PO Santacruz, Taleigoa Platean, Goa 403203
University of Bombay, MG Road, Fort, Mumbai 400032 (Offers Geochemistry and Geophysics)
Amravati University, Tapowan Road Camp, Amravati 444602
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad 431004
Gujarat University, Ahmedabad 380009
Saushtra University, Rajkot 360005, Gujrat
Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded 431603

I have passed 12 th with science.Can i do geography(hon.)

job oppurtunity for geologists

Can u please tell me which are the colleges offering geology in bangalore? Both govt and private will do. Thank u.

HI I AM A STUDENT .WHO HAS PASSED 12 TH WITH NON MEDICAL .
CAN I BECOME GEOLOGIST

what is the fees for geology b.sc

what are the main subject should I chosse for the studies of geologist in class ten?

what are the subjects should i take in college to become a geologist?

is applied geology m tech program available in anna university

In India, where i can do Integrated M.Sc in Geology?

Biotechnology or Geology which one is better?
i m interested in both.i have completed my 2

i have completed my B.Sc geology 1st year and wanted to do some short term courses related to geology plz suggest some i will be highly obliged and plz reply fast

Originally Posted by prachi bhardwaj

i am in 12. i have geography. can i became geologist????????

Please reply
thanks

go to a college that offers bsc geology, like St Xavier's mumbai. and only after you're msc is complete will you be able to call yourself a real geologist.

is there any entrance exam for geologist after 12th?and there bio,chem,phy,subject.than where and why to do bsc? is it nessecry?

hi... i hv completed 2. wanted to do B.Sc GEOLOGY. is tht good for girls? and what are the branches in geology? which one vl be good for M.Sc?

What is the perfect subject combination at undergraduate level to be a geologist?plz reply soon.

can any indian geology student go to america or abroad through government

i have passes my 10th and doing my intermediate . i have taken maths physics and chemistry. i have a lot interest of becoming geologist. can i know what all should i do to become a geologist?

Yes you can be a geologist!!

The minimum educational qualification required for studying B.Sc in Geology is an intermediate (10+2) in any discipline.

In this course you will get to learn how to apply theory and techniques from :-
Physics ,Chemistry,Materials science ,Biology...

The best colleges for pursuing this course ---

Bangalore University,
Fergusson College.

After B.sc it is advisable to do a post graduation in the course to get a better placement.

After M.sc in Geology, you may get jobs as a:

Geologists,
Meteorologists,
Geographers,
Oceanographers.

i am doing class 12th with science can i become geologist

hi

you are doing the best choice to become a Geologist.Its sub-branches are mineralogy, structural geology, geomorphology, planetology and geological engineering etc. A person who carries out these studies is known as geologist.

One can also opt for MTech or PhD in the field after MSc or BE (Bachelor of Engineering). Please see the list of universities/institutes offering courses in geology.


Institutes/Universities:-


->University of Mysore,Mysore

->Awadhesh Pratap Singh University, Rewa

->Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelvelli

->Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur

->Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai

->Gujarat University,Ahmedabad

->nna University, Sardar patel Road, Chennai

->Universityof Madras, Chennai

->Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai

->Kumaon University, Nainital

->Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur

->University of Madras, Chennai

->Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal

->Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

->Amravati University, Amravati

->Osmania University, Hyderabad

->Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya Bhopal

->Agra University, Agra

->Karnataka University, Dharwad


WISH YOU ALL THE BEST..

Originally Posted by prachi bhardwaj

i am in 12. i have geography. can i became geologist????????

Please reply
thanks

Hey friend,

It is a different thought of becoming a geologist,i appreciate that for your choice and as far regarding the criteria which you must satisfy to write the geologist exam which is conducted by UPSC are:

First you must have a age limit of 21-32 years,if you are interested in writing this exam.

There are certain upper age relaxation for certain categories allocated by UPSC.

As far regarding the education qualification you must have done a degree in Geology /Applied Geology or Marine Geology from a recognized university.

As far regarding your qualification you cannot apply for the geologist exam now as you haven't attained your graduation degree as per the education qualification.

It is better that you do your graduation in the above courses that,i have mentioned.

Hii,
courses on Geologyere-
**Graduate/Postgraduate Courses

***B.SC. (Applied Geology)

There are so many colleges in India you can join afrer 12th -

1. Vikram University, Ujjain 456010 (MP)

2.Chaudhary Charan Singh University Meerut 250005 (UP)

3.Chatrapati Shahuji Maharaj University, Kanpur 208024 (UP)

4.Devi Ahilya Viswavidyalaya, Indore 452001 (MP)

5.Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar 470003 (MP)

6.Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur 495009

7.Rani Durgawati Vishwavidyalaya, Pachpedi, Jabalpur 482001

8.Anna University, Sardar patel Road, Guindy, Chennai

And many more

Originally Posted by prachi bhardwaj

i am in 12. i have geography. can i became geologist????????

Please reply
thanks

In order to become a geologist you must write the Geologist exam conducted by UPSC and you must satisfy certain eligibility criteria for becoming a geologist

Eligibility:

The candidates appearing for the exam must be a citizen of India.

Candidates must have a age limit of 21-32 years.

There are specified age limits for certain category.

Regarding the education qualification candidates must have done:

Master's degree in Geology/Applied Geology or Marine Geology from a recognized university

Diploma of Associate ship in Applied Geology of Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad.

Master's degree in Mineral exploration from a recognized university.

Master's degree in Hydrogeology from a recognized university.

As you have asked for becoming a geologist after +2,it's not possible as you should do any of the above courses and then apply for the exam.

sir, i had completed my intermediate 3 years back...now i want to study geology in any college in bangalore...but i am too weak in physics...can i overcome that problem to study geology..kindly give me details....thank you

Is it really possible to pursue education in geology after 12h without any cet examination??? I have read that certain colleges need the cet marks as well. I have just done my 12th in science without any cet... and i really want to pursue my further education in geology. please provide me with institutions which offer geology course without the cet requirement...

In order to become a geologist you must write the Geologist exam conducted by UPSC and you must satisfy certain eligibility criteria for becoming a geologist

Eligibility:

The candidates appearing for the exam must be a citizen of India.

Candidates must have a age limit of 21-32 years.

There are specified age limits for certain category.

Regarding the education qualification candidates must have done:

Master's degree in Geology/Applied Geology or Marine Geology from a recognized university

Diploma of Associate ship in Applied Geology of Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad.

Master's degree in Mineral exploration from a recognized university.

Master's degree in Hydrogeology from a recognized university.

As you have asked for becoming a geologist after +2,it's not possible as you should do any of the above courses and then apply for the exam.

Please suggest me college for M.Sc in geology in uttar pradesh.
My percentage in graduation with geology(hon.) is 46%.

The minimum educational qualification required for studying B.Sc in Geology is an intermediate (10+2) in any discipline.

In this course you will get to learn how to apply theory and techniques from :-
Physics ,Chemistry,Materials science ,Biology...

The best colleges for pursuing this course ---

Bangalore University,
Fergusson College.

After B.sc it is advisable to do a post graduation.

Hv pasd 12 with science...want to study geology..dont know what to keep as combination subjects...!

sir.
i am doing b.sc. in geology group. in that group my subjects are; geology, maths, physics.
sir i want do m.tech degree course after b.sc, so please tell me which entrance exam will i clear forthat. is that possible before m.sc ?

hi i have done with my 12th from sci. what should i do to be geologist & which colleges are there in mumbai for it ?

Originally Posted by prachi bhardwaj

i am in 12. i have geography. can i became geologist????????

Please reply
thanks

HI, FRIEND

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATOIN

You can take geology as a career option at undergraduate level. An honours in the field at undergraduate level can help pursue master program in the branch. The minimum educational qualification in this case is 10+2 Science (or class 12th).

In India there are several bachelor’s and masters programs available in geology and applied geology. One can also opt for MTech or PhD in the field after MSc or BE (Bachelor of Engineering). Please see the list of universities/institutes offering courses in geology.

The various courses offered by Indian universities/institutes are:
B.Sc. (Hons.) with Geology (at undergraduate level)
M.Sc. (Geology)
M. Sc. (Applied Geology)
M.Sc. (Tech.) in Applied Geology
M.Tech (Geology)
MPhil (Geology)
PhD
To become a Geologist,you should write the Geologist exam conducted by

UPSC(Union Public Service Commission).




Qualifying Exam

To become a geologist, aspirants should have completed the masters’ or research programs in geology. There are various geology courses that an aspirant can pursue. On completion of the post graduation course, they can seek out for employments in public or private sectors. These professionals are most wanted in mining industries, Geological Survey of India Board and so on. Geologists should have intellectual ability in addition to their technical caliber. Having a bachelors’ degree in the respective fields, they can work in the entry-level jobs. Professionals having a postgraduation or PhD in geology can work in top most positions of companies. Those who are interested in teaching can work as lecturers in educational institutes also.

Who is eligible to apply?

Those who have a graduation in geology can apply for the masters’ programs. They should have done the bachelors’ degree from a recognized University. Aspirants should attend an entrance test, conducted for providing admissions to the post graduation programs. Admission procedures are carried out taking into consideration the qualifying exam marks and the score in the entrance test.

How to prepare for exam and interview?

Candidates should have detailed knowledge in the qualifying exam curriculum in order to attend the entrance test. They can rely upon the latest editions of special books for this exam, which may be available in leading book shops. Working out previous question papers setting a time period helps the students in gaining confidence in attending the mains. By self-evaluation, aspirants may recognize their tougher areas of study and can pay more attention to those portions.


ALL THE BEST.

To became a geologist first you have to complete grauation in geography.
For grauation in geography you have to study B.A honours in geography. You can also study B.Sc honours geography and geology, but very few university in India offer B.Sc degree. After completing bachelor degree you have to study M.A or honours geography and geology. You can get job in geological survey of India as a geologist or surveryor. Apart from this you can also studyPhD in geograpy and geology

How to became a geologist after 12th with humanities ? Please rply

i have pasd 12 with sanskrit...want to study geology..dont know what to keep as combination subjects.

I am doing my 12th in geology and want too do my B.Sc in a good college, can you please suggest me some good college, i will be thankful to you...

SIR I AM A GRADUATE OF BSC ELECTRONICS. NOW I WANT TO BECOME A GEOLOGIST. WHAT IS THE APPROPIATE WAY

I am glad that you have selected geology as a subject of choice and career for you basically Geology is the study of the Earth's origin, history and composition etc. Its sub-branches are mineralogy, structural geology, geomorphology, planetology and geological engineering etc. A person who carries out these studies is known as geologist.

You can take geology as a career option at undergraduate level. An honours in the field at undergraduate level can help pursue master program in the branch. The minimum educational qualification in this case is 10+2 Science (or class 12th).

In India there are several bachelor’s and masters programs available in geology and applied geology. One can also opt for MTech or PhD in the field after MSc or BE (Bachelor of Engineering). Please see the list of universities/institutes offering courses in geology.

The various courses offered by Indian universities/institutes are:

B.Sc. (Hons.) with Geology (at undergraduate level)
M.Sc. (Geology)
M. Sc. (Applied Geology)
M.Sc. (Tech.) in Applied Geology
M.Tech (Geology)
MPhil (Geology)
PhD

Institutes/Universities

Aligarh Muslim University, Allgarh
Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Hons.) with Geology, M. Sc. (Applied Geology)

Amravati University, Amravati
Courses Offered: M.Sc., Ph.D

Andhra University, Vishakha Patnam
Courses Offered: M.Sc. /M.Sc. (Tech.) in Applied Geology

Anna University, Guindy, Chennai
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied -Geology, M.Phil - Applied Geology

Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, TN
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Applied Geology)

Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Geology)

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli, TN
Courses Offered: M.Sc. (Geology)

Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi, Kerala
Courses Offered: MSc/MTech in Marine Geo Physics

Dr. Harishingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar
Courses Offered: B.Sc (Hons) and M.Sc in Geology

Gulbarga University, Gulbarga
Courses Offered: M.Sc Applied -Geology, M.Phil - Applied Geology, PhD

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal
Course (s) Offered: M.Sc. in Geological Sciences, M.Sc. in Geophysics, Integrated M.Sc. in Applied Geology, Integrated M.Sc. in Exploration Geophysics, MS (Geology & Geophysics), M.Tech. - Applied Geology, M.Tech. - Computational Seismology, Ph.D. (Geology & Geophysics)

Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad
Courses Offered: 5 Years Integrated M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geology/Applied Geophysics, 3 Years M.Sc. Tech. (6 Semesters) in Applied Geology/Applied Geophysics

Karnataka University, Dharwad
Courses Offered: M.Sc Geology

I am doing my 12th standard with maths, physics, chemistry n computer science can I do b.sc geology?

which are the most preferable colleges to study geology in south india after 2

to become a geologist what subject should i choose for 11th and12th . can i choose humanities for 11th and 12th and is there scope for geologist in kerala. pls reply faster.

Hello Friend!
My personal suggestion is that first to do B.Tech in Civil Engineering.Then you have choice to do the M.Tech in Geology field.There you can have many opportunities compared to do via B.Sc,M.sc

Hi,

To become Geologist, you must be passed a graduation degree from a recognized university

Yes you can be a geologist

The minimum educational qualification required for studying B.Sc in Geology is an

intermediate (10+2) in any discipline.

In this course you will get to learn how to apply theory and techniques from :-

Physics ,Chemistry,Materials science ,Biology...

After B.sc it is advisable to do a post graduation in the course to get a better placement.

After M.sc in Geology, you may get jobs as a:


Geologists,

Meteorologists,

Geographers,

Oceanographers.

All the best.......................

Dear Friend

I really appreciate your decision to become Geologist but for this you will have to clear the UPSC Geologist exam .

It has the following eligibility criteria :

Academic qualification:

>>Master's degree in geology/applied geology /marine geology from a recognized university.

>>Or Diploma of associateship in applied geology from Indian school of Mines.

>>Master's degree in mineral exploration from a recognized university for the posts in Geological survey of India.

>>Master's degree in hydrogeology for the posts in Central Ground Water board.

Now you can understand that for becoming geologist,you must have at least minimum of master's degree .So you are not eligible after 10+2.First you will have to do bachelor's degree then master's degree .

Age criteria :

>>The age limit is 21-32 on the 1st January of the year of examination.Relaxations applicable to certain categories like obc and sc/st candidates.

>>You must be an Indian citizen.

For any more details about UPSC geologists exam please click here

Hope the information helps you.If you want any more information you can leave your message here.

all the best

aashisranjan784

i have passed class 12 with physics,chemistry,geography and can i do (bsc) geology

are there any colleges under delhi university offering an integrated M.Sc Tech degree in Applied Geology or Marine Geology or Geophysics?

what i have to do to m.s.c in applied geology from bangalore university?