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| Paper Title: | Students’ Subject Selection: Exploring the Motivational Factor |
| Authors Name: | Dr. Sashi Kanta Saikia |
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| Published Paper Id: | IJRTI2602131 |
| Published In: | Volume 11 Issue 2, February-2026 |
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| Abstract: | Subject selection at the college level is a crucial decision that shapes students’ academic pathways and future career opportunities. Choices subjects are influenced by factors such as career aspirations, academic aptitude, parental expectations, peer influence, and school-level resources. In India, shifting socio-cultural trends have increased interest in Science and Arts, while Commerce has seen comparatively low enrolment, with only 14% opting for it over the past decade (The Times of India). This study examines the motivational factors guiding subject selection among 200 higher secondary (10+2) students using a mixed-methods design. Quantitative findings show that career prospects, parental guidance, and personal interest are the most significant influences. Qualitative insights highlight peer influence, academic self-efficacy, and subject availability as additional contributors. Science subjects attract students with strong academic confidence, Arts appeals to those inclined toward creativity and social engagement, and Commerce draws students seeking business-oriented career paths. The study emphasizes the need for strengthened career counselling, informed parental involvement, and equitable access to subject choices to help students make well-aligned academic decisions. |
| Keywords: | Student preferences, subject selection, motivation, Arts, Science, Commerce, higher secondary education. |
| Cite Article: | "Students’ Subject Selection: Exploring the Motivational Factor ", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.11, Issue 2, page no.b246-b247, February-2026, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2602131.pdf |
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Page No: b246-b247 Country: Dibrugarh, Assam, India Research Area: Arts Publisher : IJ Publication Published Paper URL : https://www.ijrti.org/viewpaperforall?paper=IJRTI2602131 Published Paper PDF: https://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2602131 |
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