Department of Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Shri Guru Ram Rai University (SGRRU), Dehradun, plays a crucial role within the School of Basic & Applied Sciences, dedicated to providing high-quality, values-driven education in fundamental sciences. It presents a wide array of programs, including undergraduate courses (like B.Sc. with a specialization in Chemistry), a prominent M.Sc. in Chemistry (a 2-year postgraduate program), and an intense Ph.D. in Chemistry designed for advanced research candidates. The curriculum covers essential branches-Organic, Inorganic, Physical, and Analytical Chemistry-while incorporating interdisciplinary aspects to equip students for various career paths.

The department is guided by highly qualified, research-active faculty members who are involved in pioneering research in areas such as nanomaterials synthesis, environmental chemistry, corrosion investigations, pharmaceutical applications, and materials science. Their significant contributions are reflected in journal publications, conference presentations, and partnerships that enhance connections between academia and industry.

The faculty prioritizes experiential learning, balancing theoretical concepts with practical experiments conducted in well-equipped labs. To enhance the student experience, the department arranges frequent industrial visits, workshops, and seminars, which encourage skill development, mastery of subjects, and career preparedness. It seeks to create cutting-edge experimental facilities in emerging interdisciplinary fields, fostering innovation and independent research guided by expert supervision. In line with the university’s motto, "Quest for Excellence," the Chemistry Department develops skilled professionals equipped to tackle challenges in academia, industry (including pharmaceuticals, environmental sectors, and materials), and global issues through comprehensive, research-oriented training.

USP’s

Carrer Pathways

Completing a B.Sc. followed by an M.Sc. in Chemistry unlocks a dynamic career pathway in India’s booming science and industry sectors. After B.Sc., graduates often start as lab technicians, quality control analysts, or junior chemists in pharma, chemical firms, or testing labs while pursuing M.Sc. for specialization. Post-M.Sc., opportunities expand into roles like Research Scientist, Analytical Chemist, Formulation Scientist, QC/QA Executive, or Regulatory Affairs Officer in pharmaceuticals (e.g., Sun Pharma, Cipla), agrochemicals, materials science, and environmental firms. Clearing CSIR-NET/GATE enables academia (lecturer/professor), government labs (CSIR, DRDO, BARC), or Ph.D. pursuits. Freshers typically earn ₹3-6 LPA, rising to ₹8-15+ LPA with experience, offering stable growth in R&D, industry, teaching, and emerging fields like green chemistry and nanotechnology.

Placement

Training & Placement Cell offers 100% placement assistance, resume building, mock interviews, internships, and industry MOUs, the department benefits from university-wide success: 75% average placement rate. Chemistry graduates are regularly placed in CSIR labs (Project Assistants), Academic Organization’s, and industries such as Jubilent, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Torrent Pharma (QC), Alembic Pharma, and related firms.

State-of-the-Art Research Facilities

The department boasts robust, well-equipped laboratories with sophisticated instruments including Electrochemical Workstation, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, Rotary Evaporator, Incubator Shaker, Hot air Oven, and many more. Students also access Central Research Laboratory featuring advanced HPLC, FTIR, spectrophotometers, and molecular tools. Additional strengths include a dedicated library having more than 1 lakh book and subscribe over 219 national and international journals.

Research Thrust Areas

Faculty and scholars engage in high-impact research across Organic, Inorganic, Physical, and Analytical Chemistry, with specialized focus on Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Corrosion Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanomaterials & Nanocomposites, Wastewater Remediation, and Medicinal/Biological Chemistry. Ph.D. scholars must publish in Scopus-indexed journals and present at conferences, ensuring global-standard output.