Astronomy is the science dealing with celestial bodies in the universe, studying their movement, nature, and interactions. To pursue a career in theoretical astronomy, one can obtain a B.Sc. in physics or mathematics and then a master's in astronomy, while experimental astronomy requires a B.E. in electrical or electronics engineering followed by a Ph.D. program. After completing astronomy education, one can find work as a research scientist at institutes like ISRO. Salaries for astronomers in India range from Rs. 6-10 lakhs annually depending on experience. Several top institutes in India offer astronomy programs and research, such as the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bangalore.

1. Careers
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Astronomy
Introduction
Eligibility
Job Prospects
Remuneration
Institutes
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2. Introduction
Astronomy is the science dealing with all the celestial
bodies in the universe. It is the study of the movement,
nature and constitution of heavenly bodies. It is also the
study of the laws which direct them, as also the effects,
which they produce upon one another. It seeks to crack
the past history of heavenly bodies and their possible
future development. Though the use of modern
technology and new gadgets has made Astronomy a
specialized branch of study, it is, in fact, a very old science.
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3. Eligibility
For pursuing a career in Theoretical
Astronomy/observations, one can do B.Sc. in Physics
and /or Mathematics after 10 + 2. Master’s level course
in Astronomy with specialization in Theoretical
Astronomy is offered by various institutes and
universities. To pursue a career in Instrumentation/
Experimental Astronomy, one can do Bachelor of
Engineering (BE) in Electrical / Electronics/Electrical
Communications, after 10 + 2. Then one can appear for
the Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) examination,
which makes one eligible to do specialization in
astronomy leading to Ph. D.
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4. Job Prospects
After completion of a course in Astronomy, one can find
placement as a Research Scientist with several research
institutes and big Government organizations like the
Indian Space Research Organization (DRDO). As a
beginner, one would be inducted as a fellow researcher
into an existing team already working on an Astronomy
project. The prospects of traveling to far distant shores
are also open as international seminars and conventions
are held regularly in different countries.
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5. An average, Astronomer Salary can start from Rs. 6,00,000
per annum . Whereas experienced and qualified
professionals can demand salary packets ranging from Rs.
8,00,000 – 10,00,000 per annum for those in senior
positions.
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6. Institutes
Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore (IIA)
IndianInstitute of Science, Bangalore (IISc)
National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, Pune (NCRA-TIFR)
Physical Research Laboratory, Ahamedabad (PRL)
Raman Research Institute, Bangalore (RRI)
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (TIFR)
Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics,
Pune (IUCAA)
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