Dear aspirant,

M.Sc. Chemistry is a 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 basic eligibility to pursue it is a graduate degree from a recognized college. The degree should be in Chemistry or an allied discipline.

Top M.Sc. Chemistry Colleges are:

• Stella Maris College, Chennai
• Hansraj College, New Delhi
• Ramjas College, New Delhi
• The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore
• St. Wilfred's PG College, Jaipur

The average course fees in India ranges between INR 5,000 and 40,000 for the total duration.

The course consists of advanced lessons in Analytical Chemistry, Bioanalytical Chemistry, Solid State Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Polymer Sciences, and such.

The average annual salary offered in India to successful postgraduates of the field lies between INR 3 and 6 Lakhs.

This degree course gives a solid base for higher degree programs like M.Phil. or PhD. M.Sc. chemistry degree holders can get jobs in various areas such as Food and Drinks Industry, Utility and Energy Research and Health and Medical Organisations.

Students who wish to pursue higher studies after can opt for courses like M.Phil. Chemistry or Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry.

Listed below are some of the top institutes offering this course in the country with their corresponding locations and fees charged.

Name of Institute City Average Annual Fees

Ramnarain Ruia College Mumbai INR 37,300

Miranda House, Delhi University Delhi INR 16,200

Hindu College New Delhi INR 13,400

Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University Delhi INR 13,000

Hans Raj College, Delhi University Delhi INR 16,500

Stella Maris College Chennai INR 15,000

Ramjas College, Delhi University Delhi INR 14,000

Gargi College, Delhi University Delhi INR 11,500

The Oxford College of Science Bangalore INR 40,000

Presidency College Chennai INR 1,000

Ramnarain Ruia College Mumbai INR 37,300

St. Wilfred's PG College Jaipur INR 25,000

M.SC. CHEMISTRY: ELIGIBILITY

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 an institute, state or national-level entrance test for admission.

The admission process 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. This is 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
• Banaras Hindu University (BHU) M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam
• Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test
• Mahatma Gandhi University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam
• Osmania University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam

Hope the answer is helpful.

Good luck!