Software Developer
Software Developers design, write and test code for applications, websites and systems used across industries in India. Entry typically follows a B.Tech/B.E or BCA/B.Sc route from Indian colleges, with strong demand across startups, product companies and IT services. Growth is rapid with opportunities for remote and hybrid work and high pay at senior levels.
Actions for your grade
- Focus on math topics (probability, combinatorics) and logical reasoning
- Start small coding projects and learn Git/GitHub basics
- Participate in online coding platforms (CodeChef/Codeforces beginner problems)
Your complete path from Grade 10 to Software Developer
Every step you need — from now to your first job.
Highly competitive route; JEE Advanced required for IITs after qualifying JEE Main.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsJEE Main or JEE Advanced
- DegreeB.Tech in Computer Science (4 years)
- CollegesIIT Bombay · IIT Delhi · IIT Madras
- CareerSoftware Developer
BITSAT is specific to BITS campuses; other private colleges have their own exams or admissions.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsBITSAT
- DegreeB.E/B.Tech in Computer Science (4 years)
- CollegesBITS Pilani · BITS Goa · BITS Hyderabad
- CareerSoftware Developer
State-level CETs (like MHT-CET) offer access to strong regional engineering colleges.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsMHT CET
- DegreeB.E/B.Tech (4 years)
- CollegesCollege of Engineering Pune · Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute · Savitribai Phule Pune University Affiliated Colleges
- CareerSoftware Developer
Good for students who prefer a shorter degree or later specialisation; pair with internships and projects.
- NowAny Stream Stream
- ExamsCUET UG
- DegreeB.Sc (Computer Science) or BCA (3 years) — then entry-level developer roles or lateral B.Tech
- CollegesUniversity of Delhi · Banaras Hindu University · Jamia Millia Islamia
- CareerSoftware Developer
Entrance exams
| Exam | Eligibility | Difficulty | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
JEE Main NTA | Class 12 PCM | Very Hard | Jan & Apr |
JEE Advanced IIT (rotating) | JEE Main top 2.5L | Very Hard | May |
BITSAT BITS Pilani | Class 12 PCM, 75%+ | Hard | May-Jun |
MHT CET Maharashtra State CET Cell | Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred) | Medium | Apr-May |
CUET UG NTA | Class 12 (any stream) | Medium | May-Jun |
Where to Study
Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.