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Cartographys

Summary

Cartography is the science and art of making maps. It requires the use of geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and data visualization tools. Cartographers perform important roles in a variety of businesses, including urban planning, environmental studies, and navigation systems.
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Professional Opportunities

Career Path Job Title Job Description Average Salary
GIS Mapping Cartographer Designs and produces maps using GIS technology. ?5-12 LPA
Urban Planning GIS Analyst Provides spatial data analysis for city planning. ?6-15 LPA
Navigation Systems Geospatial Specialist Develops and maintains navigation databases. ?7-18 LPA

Career Path

Level Qualification Duration Key Subjects
Beginner Diploma in Cartography 1 year Map Design, GIS Fundamentals
Intermediate B.Sc. in Geoinformatics 3 years GIS, Remote Sensing
Advanced M.Sc. in Geoinformatics 2 years Advanced Cartographic Techniques

Leading Institutes

Institute Name Location Program Offered
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing Dehradun, India Diploma in Cartography
Symbiosis Institute of Geoinformatics Pune, India B.Sc. & M.Sc. in Geoinformatics
Anna University Chennai, India M.Sc. in Cartography

Entrance Exams

Entrance Exam Name Conducting Body Eligibility Criteria Exam Mode Frequency
IIRS Entrance Exam Indian Institute of Remote Sensing 10+2 in Science Offline/Online Annually
CUET NTA 10+2 Online Annually

Work Description

  • Designing and creating maps for numerous uses.
  • Geographic data is analyzed using GIS software.
  • Working with urban planners and environmental scientists.
  • Teaching and researching geospatial studies.

Pros & Cons

Pros Cons
High demand for GIS and geospatial experts. Requires strong technical skills.
Opportunities in various industries. Can involve extensive data analysis.
Provides creative and analytical work experiences. May require continuous learning in software advancements.