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After 10th

Choosing a Stream After Class 10

Science, Commerce, Arts or Vocational — how to decide.

The main options

  • Science (PCM/PCB): engineering, medicine, research
  • Commerce: CA, finance, business
  • Arts/Humanities: law, design, civil services, media
  • Vocational / ITI / Polytechnic: skill-based jobs sooner

Tips

Choose by interest and aptitude, not peer pressure.

Last updated 14 Oct 2026