Can I Pursue an MS in Physics with a Mechanical Engineering Background?

[dhananjay.unn]

Hi!
I am currently in my final year doing Mechanical Engg from a Govt college.
I have written GRE and will start applying for universities in 3 week's time.
But, my interest in Mechanical engg is going down day by day. Since my 9th grade, I've always wanted to study Physics.

My question is: Is it possible for me to jump to pure Physics with an Engg background?
If I have to apply to foreign universities, what are the requirements I will need, to compensate for my lack of a basic degree in Physics?
Will writing PHYSICS GRE help me?
Or should I try for an internship in a Physics related field?

I am desperately looking forward to your replies.
Thank you.

 

[lisab]

Here's a thread that discusses this.

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=64966

 

[dhananjay.unn]

Thank you very much. I will try posting this in that forum. Hope I will get a reply.