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M.Sc. Chemistry is 2-year career-oriented postgraduate course which comprises a broad variety of modules in chemistry from among which students can choose to specialize in any. The course consists of advanced lessons in Analytical Chemistry, Bioanalytical Chemistry, Solid State Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Polymer Sciences, and other such topics.

The average M.Sc. Chemistry course fees in India ranges between INR 5,000 and 40,000 for the total duration. The average annual salary offered in India to successful postgraduates of the field lies between INR 5 and 7 lacs.

Eligibility Criteria :

• As a minimum criterion of eligibility for M.Sc. Chemistry course, aspiring candidates need to have completed:
• Higher and Senior Secondary levels of education (classes X and XII) with a minimum aggregate score of 60%.
• Graduation (B.Sc. with Chemistry as one of the main subjects), with a minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for SC/ST candidates).
• Often, candidates are required to qualify as an institute, State or national-level entrance test for admission to M.Sc. Chemistry course.

Admission Process:

The admission process for M.Sc. Chemistry course is varied, as various institutes have their very own criteria and processes of admission. Admission to the course for students with a graduating score of up to 50% is often based on the candidate’s performance in a relevant entrance exam, followed by a round of counselling, wherein the student’s general aptitude for M.Sc. Chemistry course is examined, and based on performance in which, students are admitted.

Some of the major entrance exams held in the country for admission to M.Sc. Chemistry course are:

• IIT Joint Admission Test or IIT JAM
• Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Annamalai University M.Sc in Chemistry Entrance Examination.
• Banaras Hindu University (BHU) M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Calicut University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test.
• Department of Chemistry, University of Pune M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Indian Institute of Science M.Sc Chemistry Entrance exam.
• Jadavpur University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Kerala University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Kuvempu University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Madurai Kamaraj University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Mahatma Gandhi University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.
• Osmania University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam.

Top Institutes for M.Sc. Chemistry:

• St. Stephens College, Delhi University
• Loyola College
• Miranda House, Delhi University
• Madras Christian College
• Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University
• Hans Raj College, Delhi University
• Stella Maris College
• Ramjas College, Delhi University
• Gargi College, Delhi University
• The Oxford College of Science
• St. Francis College
• Ramnarain Ruia College

Career Prospects are:

There is a wide scope for M.Sc. Chemistry post-graduates in Pharmaceutical companies, Research Centers, Laboratories, Medical Colleges, etc. The average salary earned by such post graduates ranges between INR 5 to 7 Lacs.

Major profiles that M.Sc. Chemistry​ professionals are hired for are:

• Teacher
• Online Tutor
• Synthetic Lab Scientist
• Content Developer
• Research Officer (Chemistry/ Biochemistry)
• Solid State Chemistry Expert
• Application Specialist – Analytical Chemistry

Major Job positions one can be hired for:

• Chemist
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Clinical Research Associate
• Lab Assistant
• Toxicologist
• Technical Writer
• Pharmaceutical Sales Executive

I hope this answer solved all your doubts and if you have any, feel free to comment down in the comments section.

All the very best to you and your future!