Student should begin the career planning when they are in Ninth Standard. Student has to choose his subjects when he enters 10 +2 / Intermediate. It can be science or commerce stream. In Science stream there are two combinations one is for engineering (PCM) and other is for medical stream (PCB). Now selection of Boards is also important because in new entrance examinations the marks of Intermediate would also be taken in account for selection in a professional course. So a student has to score good marks in his 10 + 2 examination. A student of 10th might not have full knowledge about different career options before him. This is the main drawback for students, that they don't have persons who can guide them through correct career path. Parents can only provide information about their careers in which they are working. Internet searches can provide information about colleges and courses. No one can access your interest, whether you want to become doctor, engineer, CA, teacher, scie...