The document provides a comprehensive guide for students deciding their career paths after completing class 10, including a SWOT analysis to evaluate strengths and weaknesses. It outlines various streams such as science, commerce, and arts, along with potential career options and qualifications available within each field. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of career counseling, personal introspection, and skill development in making informed decisions about future educational and career choices.

1. A SWOT analysis for students (Strengths,
Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats)
What Next
After 10th –
Check Which Stream to Choose with best Career Goal
Science, Commerce or Arts? What is next after 10th class?
Which stream do I choose in class 11?
What is my ultimate career goal?
Don’t confuse………………

2. Some of you may be clear about what you want in your life, but on the other
hand, many of you might find yourselves at the crossroads of your career and
feel clueless about what is next after 10th. To clear the confusion, you can
consider these important points which will guide you to the best career path.
Today, every field offers a plethora of opportunities but you should always
select the stream/course based on your interests, aptitude and marks that you
are scoring in class 10. Stay on this page to understand better what is next
after 10th. The conclusion of secondary education happens at the end of the
10th standard. However, at this point in your educational journey, you will have
to choose between completing senior secondary schooling in either the
Commerce stream, Arts, or Science stream or opting directly from a long list
of courses after the 10th standard. Rather than moving to 11th standard,
many students go for skill development courses or training programs that can
get them placed in their field of interest. If you are planning to pursue a
program right after the 10th but don’t know where to start, then you have
certainly come to the right place!
Assessing and analyzing your strengths and weaknesses
It’s important to assess your interest and aptitude, and match up with the
understanding of the requirements of the career. If you choose a stream
merely based on your interests and do not possess the right skills and
abilities, it may cause a problem in the future. So, to get a better idea for
yourself about what is next after 10th, sit and introspect about what are the
areas you are naturally good at, and what are those areas that are often
hurdles for you. You may also take inputs from parents or teachers. If you aim
to pursue a course after the 10th, there is a wide range of courses on offer
across various fields of study. You can explore a long list of courses after the
10th which are available in Designing, Engineering, Technology, Business,
Management, Computer Science, Arts, Media Journalism and so on.
Seek Career Counselling
● The best and most reliable way to evaluate your strengths and
weaknesses is to take an assessment with a professional Career

3. Counselor, and select a stream based on the consensus you reach with
them. For a successful career, a well-carved path and proper careful
planning is a must. Career assessments and a professional Career
Counselor can guide you appropriately in choosing the best career
options, and understand what is next after 10th class.
● Make a list of top courses after the 10th that you are interested in.
● Keep an open mind ready to assess alternatives.
● Ask questions and clear doubts from individuals who belong to the
same field you want to go in.
● Focus on your interests as it will result in better academic performance.
● A SWOT analysis for students (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,
Threats) will help you determine your interests and ambitions.
● Research all fields of interest and their career prospects thoroughly.
● Do not doubt your abilities and do not allow any other individual to
undermine you.
Apart from focusing on choosing the right stream and subjects, it is also
essential to keep working on yourself and building on skills that will prepare
you for the immense competition in the job market. The more aware we are of
what is happening around the world, the more we become ready to enter the
industry. It is always beneficial to start early:
● Start working on your soft skills like communication skills, interpersonal
skills, and so on.
● Learn a new language
● Develop a habit of reading
● Dedicate pursue your hobbies
Deciding ‘What next after 10th’ often turns out to be one of the most crucial
decisions of your life and should not be taken for granted. Keep yourself
updated and upgraded with the growing career opportunities in the world and
make an informed decision before choosing subject streams and your desired
career path.
Science (PCM/ PCB)

4. Science has been the most opted for stream ever since we know, perhaps
because of a popular perception that it keeps avenues open for students.
What is next after 10th class for students who opt for science is explained
below.
If you study PCM, you can go for careers like Engineering, Computer Sciences,
Defense Services, Merchant Navy, etc. Whereas, if you study PCB then you can
opt for Physiotherapy, Agriculture, Nutrition & Dietetics, Dentistry, Medicine
and the like.
Apart from these core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Maths,
you will also have a compulsory language subject like English in both the
streams. In total, you have to choose 5 main subjects. In addition to these, you
will also have practical training in laboratories.
Engineering– PCM
With the advancement in technologies, Engineering branches have expanded
beyond the conventional courses and now range from Robotics courses .
There is an array of polytechnic/diploma courses after the 10th that are aimed
to equip them with relevant career skills and industry exposure. Glance
through the following list of diploma courses after 10th
● Diploma in Engineering
● Diploma in Electrical Engineering
● Diploma in Instrumentation Technology
● Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
● Diploma in Food Technology
● Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering
● Diploma in Civil Engineering
● Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
● Diploma in Architectural Assistantship
● Diploma in Mechatronics
● Diploma in Rubber Technology

5. Commerce
If you like Economics and particularly enjoy working with numbers, or plan to
start your own business one day, this can be the right choice of stream for
you.
The core subjects in Commerce are – Accountancy, Economics and Business
Studies. You will also have to study a compulsory language subject, and a
choice of Maths against some other subject like Informatics Practices, etc.
What is next after 10th for Commerce students are career options like
Chartered Accountancy, Banking & Insurance, Finance, Stockbroking, Financial
Planning, and much more.
Diploma Courses after 10th in Commerce
● Certificate in Animation
● Certificate Course in Tally
● Diploma in Banking
● Diploma in Risk and Insurance
● Diploma in Computer Application
● Advanced Diploma in Financial Accounting
● Diploma in e-Accounting Taxation
Arts/ Humanities
If you are creative, have strong communication skills and wish to pursue
academic research, this can be the right choice for you. Many students are
opting for the Humanities stream these days for its diversified, exciting and
interesting career scope, that are no less in comparison to Science or
Commerce.
The core subjects offered in Arts are Sociology, History, Literature, Political
Science, Psychology, Economics, Philosophy, Fine Arts, etc along with one
compulsory language subject. What is next after 10th class for Humanities

6. students are career options like Media/Journalism, Literature, Social Work,
Product Designing,Teaching, Writing and many others.
Diploma Courses After 10th in Arts
● Diploma in Fine Arts
● Diploma in Commercial Art
● Diploma in Graphic Designing
● Certificate Course in Spoken English
● Certificate Course in Functional English
● Diploma in Social Media Management
● Diploma in Hotel Management
● Certificate in Hindi
Vocational stream
After SSLC what next you can opt for is many boards offering vocational
subjects. These subjects prepare you for a job immediately after the
completion of class 12. Depending upon the subjects offered by your school,
your vocational subject choices could be Accountancy and Taxation, Auto
Shop Repair and Practice, Business Operations and Administration, Capital
Market Operations, Civil Engineering Technician, Food Nutrition and Dietetics,
Food Production, Hospitality Management, Music Production, Textile Design,
Web Applications, etc. These subjects undoubtedly enhance your scope of
what is next after 10th.
Let us now look at a different side of the picture. There are many students
who do not wish to follow the conventional route of choosing a stream in
class 11 or pursuing higher education, for various reasons like financial
responsibilities towards family, and the like. We shall now discuss some
possible options of what next after 10th class for such students.
The ITI’s, Polytechnic Diplomas, Paramedical and Vocational courses
discussed below, make you job-ready and make you part of the manpower in

7. the industries you would work in. They offer technical job-oriented options
that can help you seek employment soon after completing class 10.
ITI (Industrial Training Institute)
ITI certificates are offered in more than 100 specializations in technical as
well as some non-technical courses. It is a government training institute which
trains you and makes you skilled for various industries. The duration for ITI
courses ranges from six months to two years.
Top ITI Courses are Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance,
Draughtsman (Civil), Mechanic (Auto Electrical & Electronics), Interior
Decoration and Designing, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant,
Baker and Confectioner, Sheet Metal, Plumbing, etc.
You can be employed in public as well as private sectors like PWD’s or can
start your small set-up.
● Electrician
● Radiology Technician
● Insurance Agent
● Digital Photographer
● Fashion Design & Technology,
● Sewing Technology
● Tool and Die Making
● Computer Operator and Programming Artists
Polytechnic courses
They are cost-effective diploma courses which you can join after class 10 or
class 12. You can opt for courses in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Computer,
Marine Technology, Textile Technology, Automobile, etc. The Polytechnic
colleges offer diploma courses for 3 years, 2 years, 1 year. The 3-year diploma
course in Engineering gets you a lateral entry in the 2nd year of B.E/B.Tech.

8. For students who do not wish to continue the regular school study pattern,
this could be one of the options for what is next after 10th class.
Diploma Courses after 10th in science
● Diploma in Information Technology
● Craftsmanship Course in Food Production
● Certificate in Diesel Mechanics
● Diploma in Dental Mechanics
● Diploma in Dental Hygienist
● Diploma in Electrical Engineering
● Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering
IT and Computer Technology
The field of Computer and Information Technology comprises a wide range of
training and skill development courses after the 10th that senior secondary
students can pursue. These programs majorly include certification courses
that equip students with theoretical knowledge as well as extensive industry
exposure. So, if you are wondering about how to do computer science after
the 10th then let’s take a look at the following list of courses after the 10th
standard under IT and Computer Technology:
● Diploma in Computer Application
● Certificate in Social Media Management
● Diploma in Hardware Maintenance
● Certificate Course in Search Engine Marketing
● Computer Technician Diploma
● Certificate in Search Engine Optimization
● Certificate in Graphic/Web Designing
● Certificate Course in Programming Language
Paramedical Courses

9. The Paramedical branch is allied to the healthcare sector and offers good
opportunities. What is next after 10th for students who take up Paramedical
courses are options of becoming an X-Ray Technician, Dialysis Technician,
Nursing Assistance, Ophthalmic Technician, etc.
● Diploma in Hospital Assistance
● Diploma in Rural Healthcare
● Pathology Lab Technician
● Diploma in Paramedic Nursing
● Certificate of Nursing Assistants
● Diploma in Physiotherapy
● Diploma in X-Ray Technology
● Diploma in ECG Technology
● Diploma in Radiology
● Diploma in Dental Mechanics
● Diploma in Pharmacy
Vocational courses
After sslc what next best course can be decided by looking at vocational
training courses. They are short term courses ranging from 1 to 2 years, which
are job centric courses offered by the government under the National Skill
Development Corporation (NSDC) and National Skill Qualification Framework
(NSFQ). Different courses available are: such as Software Development,
Fashion Designing, Desktop Publishing (DTP), Jewellery Designing, Travel &
Tourism, Medical Imaging, etc.
● Certificate in Animation
● Certificate Course in Functional/Spoken English
● Certification in Mobile Repairing course
● Diploma in Commercial Practice
● Diploma in cosmetalogy
● Diploma in Stenography
● Diploma in Leather Technology
● Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

10. ● Diploma in 3D Animation
Travel and Tourism
If you are more interested in exploring the world and want to pursue a career
in Travel and Tourism then you must know that there is an array of
specialization courses in this stream that you can enroll in. Here is a list of top
courses after 10th in the Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality sector:
● Diploma in Business Management
● Diploma in Food Technology
● Diploma in Food and Beverage Production
● Diploma in Hotel Stores Management
● Diploma in Hospitality Management
● Diploma in Front Office and Reception Management
How to Choose the Best Suitable Course after 10th
After reading the extensive list of courses offered after the tenth grade, you
may have some questions in mind. If you’re having trouble choosing a course,
we have some advice and measures you should do first.
● Find your area of interest first; it might be in the arts, sciences, business,
or any other sector.
● Make a list of the courses offered in the area you have selected for the
next phase.
● Then, in order to do better academically, compare and analyse the
courses you’ve selected based on your interests.
● After finishing the course, you will only have two or three options left.
Compare them based on opportunity, future, career possibilities, and
work profile. You may also look at the cost and length of the course, etc.
● You may ask others who are working in the same profession as your
questions and get their answers.
● You can post your questions in the comments section, and we’ll do our
best to help you have your career-related worries answered.

11. ● Last but not least, never question your skills or give up on your dreams.
March 23, 2023
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