Trust your instincts
An advice column addresses student queries regarding career paths in chemistry and business management. It emphasizes choosing fields based on personal interest and research potential rather than societal expectations.
Why it matters
It provides guidance on navigating higher education choices in a competitive academic landscape.
I have passed Class 12 (PCMB) with a state rank of 10 and have taken NEET 2026 and KCET. I want to pursue B.Sc. Chemistry but people say I should not do so because I have such good marks. I am also considering BDS or a B.Sc. Paramedical course. How should I choose the correct college? Name withheld
The attitude that a B.Sc. means “wasting” good marks is outdated. High scorers choose B.Sc. degrees not because they lack options, but because they want to pursue research and specialised fields. Choose a career that aligns with your strengths and interests, not other people’s expectations.
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