By Jyothi Swaroop Makena
22nd August, 2023
Quick answer : Take PCB if you want to study medicine after 12. Take PCM if you want to pursue engineering after 12. Take both (PCMB) if you are not sure what you want to study.
PCB is a combination of subjects a student can take in class 11 and 12 which must include Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
PCM is a combination of subjects a student can take in class 11 and 12 which must include Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
If your dream is to become a doctor, then it’s a no-brainer that you need to take Medical stream (PCB). If you are clear that Math is not your cup of tea, you don’t have much desire to pursue engineering and you like studying Biology, in that case the medical stream is a good option for you.
Do you like Math as a subject? Are you comfortable solving Math problems? In your mind, is it clear that you want to pursue engineering? Is IIT your dream? If the answer is Yes to any of the these questions, then take Non-Medical i.e. PCM.
Neither PCM is hard nor PCB is easy. Math requires a lot of practice while Biology needs a lot of memorization and revision. Choose your stream as per your interest in the subject and field you want to continue in future.