BSc 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
A minimum of 50% or 5.0 CGPA in Intermediate or 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology or equivalent / D.Pharmacy / Vocational Course with Fisheries / Sericulture / Dairying from a recognized Central / State Board or its equivalent and Qualified in GAT.
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 Course
- 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?
Here are some exciting career paths to consider:
- Medical Biochemist
- Chemist
- Forensic Chemist
- Quality Controller
- Analytical Chemist
- Material Technologist
Star Recruiters
Notable Alumni
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager - Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
T.Srinivasan
Registrar
Dr K D D Srikanth
Adjunct faculty
Ms. Nalanda
FST Nutrition Officer
Mr. Gowtham
Ph.D. student
Dr. V. Ravi Raju
Assistant Professor
Dr B. Sai Kumar
Head
Dr MVVN Murali Krishna
Manager
Eswara N V Geratayya
Director
Sunitha Chirla
Applications Technical Analyst
Rama Krishna Addanki
Senior Solution Architect
P. Lakshmi Parimala
Senior Analyst
T. Solomon
Research Scholar
Jayanta Kumar Pal
Data Scientist
K Roshni Shree
Associate System Engineer
N. Bala Vijay Prasad
Application developer
S. Prakash Raju
Associate Project Head
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
B.Sc. Chemistry
1st Year
₹60,200
2nd Year
₹65,700
3rd Year
₹71,400
4th Year
₹77,400
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.
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Aggregate Score | JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile | AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank | CUET (UG) 2025 Domain Test Marks | NEET(UG) 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 85 - 100 | >=90.00 | 1-8000 | >=180 | 1-200000 |
| 75 | 80 - 84.99 | 85-89.99 | 8001-10000 | 170-179 | 200001-400000 | |
| 60 | 75 - 79.99 | 80-84.99 | 10001-12000 | 160-169 | 400001-500000 | |
| 40 | 70 - 74.99 | 75-79.99 | 12001-15000 | 150-159 | 500001-600000 | |
| 25 | 65 - 69.99 | 70-74.99 | 15001-25000 | 130-149 | 600001-800000 | |
| 15 | 60 - 64.99 | 60-69.99 | 25001-40000 | 110-129 | 800001-1200000 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
