Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at GITAM is committed to providing students with a strong foundation and deep knowledge in the growing field of chemistry and keeping them abreast of the evolving requirements in the domain.
Eligibility
Applicants must have obtained a minimum of 50% or a CGPA of 5.0 (55% for CBSE, ICSE, ISCSE, IGCSE, and IB) in their 10+2 examination or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised Central/State Board or its equivalent. Additionally, they must have qualified in GAT (UG Science), AP EAPCET, CUET, JEE Main, NEET, or TS EAMCET.
Scope of the Programme
Chemistry is a subject that influences a wide number of fields. From medicine and drug development to biochemistry, earth science, industrial processes, and even the food industry have benefitted from chemistry principles. This programme offers knowledge to not only work in the field of pure chemistry, but also allows you to choose another integrated field and work in a cross-functional atmosphere.
Key Highlights
Centre of Excellence & Infrastructure
- DST-FIST
- Powdered XRD & FESEM
- High Computing Facility
- Central Research Labs
Research Centre
- MURTI Multidisciplinary Research
- MURTI Materials/Medicinal Chemistry
Liberal Education Model
24 Credits can be earned across different Schools:
- Architecture
- Business
- Physiotherapy
- Law
- Engineering
- Humanities
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
- Pfizer Laboratories
- Poornaprajna Institute of Scientific Research (PPISR)
- Indofil Industries
- Solaris Pharma
Venture Development Centre
- Mandatory 02-credit venture development course
Syllabus
Standard Track offerings of courses:
- Organic Chemistry
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- General Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
Specialisation Bundles of Courses offered:
- Molecular Biology
- Bioinformatics
- Organic Stereo Chemistry
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Green Chemistry
- Natural Chemistry
- Quantum Chemistry
- Materials Chemistry
Career Options
India's scientific frontier is expanding, and BSc Chemistry graduates are the catalysts of this progress! The Indian chemical industry is set to reach $300 billion by 2025, driving a need for over 1.5 lakh skilled chemists and quality control experts.
Are you ready to contribute to innovations in healthcare, sustainable energy, and industrial processes?
(Source: Indian Chemical Council (ICC))
Here are some exciting career paths to consider:
- Medical Biochemist
- Chemist
- Forensic Chemist
- Quality Controller
- Analytical Chemist
- Material Technologist
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Notable Alumni
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Dr. V. Ravi Raju
Assistant Professor
Dr B. Sai Kumar
Head
Dr MVVN Murali Krishna
Manager
Ms. Nalanda
FST Nutrition Officer
Mr. Gowtham
Ph.D. student
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
B.Sc. Chemistry
1st Year
₹1,05,000
2nd Year
₹1,10,200
3rd Year
₹1,15,700
4th Year
₹1,21,400
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 8.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food charges.
Scholarship Percentage
100%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Rank >=1 <=25
JEE(Main) 2024 Percentile >=97 <=100
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2024 Rank >=1 <=100
CUET(UG) 2024 Score >=190 <=200
NEET(UG) 2024 Rank >=1 <=75000
Scholarship Percentage
75%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Rank >=26 <=100
JEE(Main) 2024 Percentile >=96 <=97
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2024 Rank >=101 <=250
CUET(UG) 2024 Score >=180 <=190
NEET(UG) 2024 Rank >=75001 <=200000
Scholarship Percentage
60%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Rank >=101 <=250
JEE(Main) 2024 Percentile >=94 <=96
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2024 Rank >=251 <=1000
CUET(UG) 2024 Score >=160 <=180
NEET(UG) 2024 Rank >=200001 <=250000
Scholarship Percentage
40%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Rank >=251 <=750
JEE(Main) 2024 Percentile >=92 <=94
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2024 Rank >=1001 <=2500
CUET(UG) 2024 Score >=150 <=160
NEET(UG) 2024 Rank >=250001 <=300000
Scholarship Percentage
25%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Rank >=751 <=1500
JEE(Main) 2024 Percentile >=90 <=92
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2024 Rank >=2501 <=5000
CUET(UG) 2024 Score >=140 <=150
NEET(UG) 2024 Rank >=300001 <=400000
Scholarship Percentage
15%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Rank >=1501 <=3500
JEE(Main) 2024 Percentile >=84.50 <=90
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2024 Rank >=5001 <=25000
CUET(UG) 2024 Score >=120 <=140
NEET(UG) 2024 Rank >=400001 <=500000
