Just passed 12th and confused what to do next? Don’t worry — thousands of government job opportunities are open for 12th pass students in 2025, and the best part is: you can prepare stream-wise.
Here’s a full guide on which exams and posts are suitable for your stream – Science, Commerce, or Arts.
👉 And yes, all latest Sarkari job notifications for 12th pass students are available on our website – alert.exampathfinder.com.
🔬 For Science Students (PCM / PCB)
If you studied Physics, Chemistry, and either Maths or Biology, you have several technical and defence options.
✅ Indian Army TES (Technical Entry Scheme)
- Eligibility: PCM with 60% marks
- No written exam, direct SSB interview after shortlisting
- Ideal for students not interested in engineering but still want to join defence
✅ DRDO / ISRO Technician-B Posts
- Lab Assistant, Mechanical, Electrical support roles
- Qualification: 12th with Science or ITI
✅ Railways Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) & Technician
- Exam: CBT-1 and CBT-2 with subjects from PCM
- Stable government job, requires technical aptitude
📊 For Commerce Students
Commerce opens up clerical, banking, and finance assistant jobs in various departments.
✅ SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
- Posts: LDC, DEO, Junior Secretariat Assistant
- Open to all 12th pass, but Commerce students often do well in typing and reasoning sections
✅ State Government Accounts Clerk & Assistant
- Often under state PSC or local recruitment boards
- Requires 12th pass with basic computer and account skills
✅ IBPS Clerical (in some PSBs)
- Some public sector banks occasionally open positions for 12th pass, especially under apprenticeships
🎓 For Arts / Humanities Students
There are multiple non-technical jobs with less math and science, perfect for Arts background students.
✅ Police Constable / Home Guard
- Physical + Written Test
- Many state police departments hire Arts students
- No technical knowledge required
✅ India Post GDS (Gramin Dak Sevak)
- No written exam, merit based on 10th/12th marks
- Posting in home district possible
✅ SSC MTS (Multi Tasking Staff)
- Easy paper, focuses on General Awareness, Reasoning
- Good entry-level job for Arts students
🔁 For All Streams (Open to Everyone)
Some exams are open to all 12th pass students, regardless of stream.
- Indian Army Agniveer (General Duty)
- Railway Group D
- State-Level Peon, Watchman, Helper Posts
- Forest Guard / Vanrakshak
- Defense Civilian Jobs (MTS, Fireman, Store Assistant)
Most of these include physical tests and written exams, and are regularly released by various state and central departments.
🧭 How to Decide What to Prepare For?
- Without Exam Jobs: GDS, Apprenticeships, some Peon/Helper posts
- With Exam but Easy Level: MTS, Police Constable, Forest Guard
- With Competitive Exams: CHSL, Army TES, DRDO, ALP
💬 Discussion Starters:
- Which stream did you complete 12th in?
- Are you preparing for any of these exams?
- Which job do you find most appealing?
- Want help deciding based on your interest?
Let’s help each other make better career decisions. Drop your thoughts below! 👇
