What does it take to build a rocket scientist in India?

India has made phenomenal strides in space exploration, from the launch of the Aryabhata satellite in 1975 to becoming the first nation to mark its presence on the southern pole of the Moon.

- PRIYANK KUMAR

Again, with Shubhanshu Shukla's recent cosmic journey as the second Indian after Rakesh Sharma in space, India has taken a bold, visible step towards marking itself as a space power giant globally.

Today, the country stands as a beacon of affordable and innovative space exploration, inspiring the world with its cost-effective missions and scientific ambition.

The credit for these remarkable achievements goes to the brilliant minds of rocket scientists and researchers who conceptualise, build, and carry humanity's dreams into space.

This article will delve into the exciting journey of becoming a rocket scientist as well as the qualifications required to pursue this dream.

For students aspiring to become rocket scientists and carve a distinctive reputation in organisations like ISRO, they must opt for a science stream with a focus on physics, chemistry, and mathematics.