How do I become a quantum physicist?

I am in Class 8. I want to become a quantum physicist? Which institute should I join after Class 12? -Shyam It is good to hear that you are interested in pursuing a career in the pure sciences, particularly a field like quantum physics. You must be good at physics and maths.
A specialised field of physics, quantum physics is the study of the behaviour of matter and energy at the molecular, atomic, nuclear, and even smaller microscopic levels. It is a research field which requires many years of specialised study at the master's/ PhD levels. As you are in Class 8 and there could be many new ideas and influences in your life before you make your career decision, it is best to keep some options open to give you greater flexibility in the years ahead.
Therefore, I suggest that you take up the science stream with physics, chemistry and maths in Class 11.
After this, if your interest in physics remains strong, you could do graduation in general physics before specialising in any particular field of physics.
The Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (www.iisc.ernet.in) is offering new courses in pure sciences. It launched a programme designed as a balanced blend of core science and interdisciplinary topics, to serve as a launch pad for research and doctoral studies in cutting-edge areas in science and technology. You can major in any of the disciplines which include physics, chemistry, biology, material sciences and environment science. As the programme also includes courses in engineering, humanities, and inter-disciplinary areas, it gives you a well-rounded learning experience which can guide you towards your field of interest, whether quantum physics, or any other area of science. Do check the website for more details.
SAP certification One of my friends is planning to go for SAP. However, we are not sure which institute offers the best SAP training. Also, my friend is CCNA-certified. Can he go for SAP in IT or if not then which branch of SAP would be best option for him?
--Rashmi Your friend can take up the SAP course which has applications in many companies and industries. SAP is the world's leading provider of business software which specialises in industry specific enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions.
There are hundreds of companies that require trained SAP professionals.
Your friend can take up the SAP certification course from any computer institute, or do it online. To keep pace with the growing demand for SAP certification, SAP India has expanded its certification programme, and now offers them at three levels of expertise ­ associate, professional and master. You can get more details from the SAP Education website www.sap.com/india. SAP certifications are also available through SAP partners such as NIIT, which offers the programmes in both instructor-led and online modes to working professionals, postgraduates and graduates.
College not approved My sister is pursuing her BTech from Indira Gandhi National Open University (Ignou). She got the information that the college is not AICTE-approved. Can anyone help?
--Worried The BTech from IGNOU is a distance learning programme suitable for those who have completed a three-year diploma in engineering, or are employed in equivalent capacity. It is a four-year extension education programme. After successful completion of the first two modules, your sister is eligible for the award of an advanced diploma in construction management (ADCM). With the ADCM, she can move on to completing the BTech degree, either through lateral entry into a regular programme, or after some work experience apply for the Associate Membership Examination of the Institute of Engineers (AMIE), which enables working people or diploma holders to acquire a bachelor's engineering degree through distance education.