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I've bsc general from IGNOU with major discipline of physics botany and zoology. I want to do msc in physics but don't have maths background though I know keen details of maths to pursue physics


Kumar Shanu Singh 2nd Dec, 2025
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Ayshwarya Mahadevan 3rd Dec, 2025

If you have completed a BSc General from IGNOU with Physics, Botany and Zoology, then your eligibility for MSc Physics mainly depends on whether the university requires Mathematics at the 10+2 or graduation level. Most universities clearly mention that candidates must have studied Physics and Mathematics together during their degree. Even if you have a good understanding of mathematics, institutions consider only your formal academic subjects for eligibility.

Still, there are some private universities and autonomous institutes that allow students without a mathematics background, as long as they clear the entrance exam. Another practical option is to complete a Mathematics bridge course or certificate course from IGNOU or any recognized university. Many institutes accept this as fulfilling the maths requirement. If you want to continue in physics, doing such a bridge course and then applying for MSc Physics, MSc Applied Physics or MSc Electronics would improve your chances. All the best.

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