10+2 math students are crazy about IIT. It may be that you too are one of them who desperately wants to be a part of IIT. But let me tell you. There are other options besides IIT that can be as good as a life with IIT.
Here, I am giving a list of some institutes that can be said as an alternative for IIT. This list covers those institutes where students from Step 12 PCM Can apply. Some of these are very close to or better than IIT. Have a look:
- SCRA:
Special Class Railway Apprentice (SCRA), also known as Railway Engineering, is an exam conducted by UPSC to select suitable candidates for the Railway engineering department. It is a very real job with great prospects. It is also the most difficult exam at level 10+2. There are about 10 vacancies each year. Still many people sit for your exam. Also, your salary will start right after you pass this exam. It is the dream course. - ISI:
The Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) is a very old institute for mathematics, statistics, economics and computer science. It is the best institute in India for Statistics and Mathematics and the second best for Economics (after DSE). Exit passes from this institute are in high demand all over the world. The locations are better than even the IIMs. Above all there are no fees. Instead, attractive stipends are awarded each month to students. This, in my opinion, is the best alternative to IIT. Obviously many students come to this institute after getting top marks in IIT JEE. Some leave the IIT after earning top ten rankings on the ISI. - THAT:
For students in the math branch, CA is not the first choice. Those who opt for CA after 10+2 basically with math, if not selected somewhere for engineering. But, CA should not be seen only as a degree for business students. Mathematics students have a high chance of doing better in this course. CA, also known as certified public accountant, is the high income job. You can work in a company or create your own company for account auditing. It’s like the law. Every company needs the service of a CA. As the economy is booming and the AC course is tough. This sector will have more demand than others. - Actuarial:
Actuarial is something very similar to CA. But, they have more importance than CA. In India, this course is conducted by the Actuarial Society of India. It is a new field in India. But the demands are very high all over the world, not only in India. This course is not for everyone. Only sharp-minded people are taken for this course. The basic requirement is mathematics as a subject in 12th with 75% for 10+2 students. 75% of math grades just says the requirement needed to be an actuary. The most important point, you can study for another course with this. Like engineering or graduation. In fact, if any of your courses coincide with the Actuarial course. You don’t have to write the exam twice. Your regular course grades are accepted by the Actuarial Society. - NEST:
National Institute of Design (NID) is not a very common name among students in general. But, it is a very popular name among those who know even a little bit about design, graphics or creativity courses in India. This is the best institute to learn about design. One can think of the need of the students of this institute in the market. - NDA:
The National Defense Academy (NDA) is a very popular exam at the 10+2 level. But, the popularity of engineering has reduced the no. of quality students for this exam. Yes, through this exam you may not earn much money after NDA. Also, the course is physically a bit tough. But yes, the pride of being an Indian soldier can never be compared to money. Students today are looking for fun and entertainment during the course. That fun is not here. But, even here you will get adventure, high esteem and position in society. Paying is not good. But, the advantages are good. Generally, those who do not want traditional and boring corporate jobs can join the Indian Army through this course. - NIFT:
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is a popular brand. The course here attracts those who want to get into the glamorous life. Without a doubt this course needs creativity. Without creativity, you may not perform well. But yes, this is a very well paying and booming sector in India. - NLSIU:
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is the best law institute in India. As economies, India is developing rapidly. Many multinational companies come to India every year. They all need personal law. But, students in India are crazy about engineering and management. Other courses do not get the best quality. So is the case with NLSIU. The students who come here are good but not the best. So the exam is easy to crack with little effort. But, the money after this course is very good. - IIIT:
The Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) is a project of the Indian government to meet the demand for IT professionals in India with quality candidates. The courses here are mainly related to IT or computer science. Seats are few in number. But, the competition is not as much as for IIT. Some IITs conduct a separate exam. Some accept AIEEE students. This is the best computer science related course if you don’t get selected in IIT or few NITs. - TIN:
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) are institutes that were previously known as the Regional College of Engineering. These colleges are good, reputable and old, and also get good placements. Previously, students entered these universities through a state engineering exam. Students were not evenly balanced in quality type as they were in rank by state. Also, as students cannot aim for these institutes directly. Therefore, these universities could not have as much reputation as IIT. These are top-tier institutes, but not the most popular. These institutes have infrastructure and all kinds of facilities to produce the best engineers. But, they don’t get the best students. - MIC:
Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) is one of the best institutes in India for mathematics and physics. This institute has gained a lot of reputation in a very short time. Surely by research preference, this could be at the top of your list. - Hotel management:
Hotel management is a very attractive field in recent times as India is becoming a tourist hub and tourists from all over the world come to India. Also, Indian locals nowadays travel a lot. Some of the best hotel management institutes are Oberoi Centre, Delhi; IHM, Mumbai; WGSHA. handle; and IHM, Delhi. - merchant ship:
The merchant navy is a well-paying job. It is of course becoming a member of a ship’s crew. The best institute in this field is TS Chanakya which takes students through IIT JEE. But, it has a separate selection process. Other institutes of the Merchant Navy also have the same perspective. Without a doubt, if you want to earn real money, Merchant Navy should be the best option. - ISER/NISER:
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) and the National Institute of Science Education Research (NISER) is a government project to meet the scientific need of India. This is a fully funded government institute. You will get attractive stipends to study here. The future outlook is also good. Students from here can easily get admission anywhere in the world for higher education. Also, the outlook in India is good. Scientists are in demand everywhere. The government is thinking of opening doors of investigation for private owners in India. Therefore, the students of these institutes will be in high demand in the near future. Students can gain admission to these institutes through IIT JEE EML. - Aeronautics:
Aeronautics is a high paying field. In India, this sector is booming and is expected to need three times as many professionals in the next 10 years. The best institute to get into this field is some IIT where this course is taught. Like IIT Kanpur. But there are also other institutes that can offer the same perspectives as IIT aeronautics. These are the IIA Group of Institutions. - IIST
The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is a new institute, established in 2007 by the Indian government. It is the first space institute in Asia and the first in the world to offer the full range of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs with a specific focus on space science, technology and applications. If someone has an interest in the space industry this is the best option.
In general, if you look carefully at the list above. These are the best institutes in their respective fields. Therefore, we could easily infer that an institute that is the best in its field could be on this list.
Also, keep this in mind that almost all fields are open for math students (except medicine). So not only IIT should be your first stop. You can go to any of these and be successful. Some will give you a great reputation and some will give you a lot of money. Some even both. But try to think beyond IITs. There is hope beyond the IIT.