He or she should have passed PUC (12th Standard) with Science with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry and Biology. or Any other equivalent qualification recognized by State Governments and State Education Boards concerned with the examinations. The candidates are interviewed to determine the aptitude for taking up the degree and are selected on the basis of their performance in the interview and their PUC ranking. The candidate should be 17 years of age (minimum) as on 31st December in the year of admission.