How to become an Astronaut, what is the education for this? Know Shubhanshu Shukla's education.

4 astronauts including Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla have left for the International Space Station. In such a situation, today we will tell you how to become an Astronaut.

After completing 12th, students take different paths of their career. Some go towards engineering, some step into the medical line. At the same time, some aspire to become a CA, then they turn to graduation from commerce and some move forward in simple academics courses. Apart from this, some wish to stand out from the league, so such students cherish dreams of becoming scientists, astronauts etc. But do you know how to become an Astronaut? If not, then no problem, today through this news we will make you aware of this information. So let's know.

First of all, let us tell you that to become an astronaut, a strong educational background in science and engineering as well as relevant professional experience is very important, especially with ISRO in India. For this, a master's degree in STEM fields such as aerospace engineering is often a prerequisite. Apart from this, physical and mental fitness, good communication and teamwork skills, the quality of adapting to challenging situations are also necessary.

Qualification to become an Astronaut?

To become an astronaut, a master's or doctorate degree is required after a graduation degree and priority is given to fields such as engineering (especially aerospace, aeronautical, mechanical or electrical), physics, biology, chemistry, computer science or mathematics.

To become an astronaut, several years of relevant professional experience in fields such as aviation, aerospace or military service (especially as a pilot) is required.

In India, candidates with experience as a pilot (especially in fighter jets) in the Indian Air Force (IAF) are often preferred.

Education of Shubhanshu Shukla

Shubhanshu Shukla completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from NDA. After this, he studied Master of Technology in Aerospace Engineering at IISc Bangalore.

How is selection done in ISRO and NASA?

Candidates have to go through the selection process, which includes interview, medical and physical tests, and introduction to the space program.

To become an astronaut in NASA, one must have at least three years of related professional experience after completing the degree (or 1,000 hours of pilot-in-command, of which at least 850 hours must be working in high-performance jet aircraft for pilots). At the same time, for this, the candidates must have US citizenship.