The students who are interested in the study of the chemical processes taking place in organic and inorganic materials and different theories in Chemistry can go for a bachelor degree in the subject. Those who have passed XII class from a recognized board are eligible to apply for the bachelor degree programs in various fields of Chemistry. After successful completion of graduation programs in Chemistry, students can pursue Master programs in the subject. Even though B. Sc program in Chemistry offers good job opportunities, a master’s degree in the subject offers high demand to skilled candidates.

After completion of the graduate course in Chemistry, one can find jobs as

• Analytical Chemist
• Teacher
• Lab Chemist
• Production Chemist
• Research & Development Manager
• R&D Director
• Chemical Engineering Associate
• Biomedical Chemist
• Industrial Research Scientist
• Materials Technologist
• Quality Controller
• Production Officer
• Safety Health and Environment Specialist

Some Employment Areas in Chemistry are

• Pharmaceutical Companies
• Agrochemical Industry
• Petrochemical Industry
• Toiletry Industry
• Plastic Manufacturing Units
• Chemical Manufacturers
• Food Processing Firms
• Paint Manufacturing Companies
• Plastics Industries
• Textile Industries
• Educational Institutes
• Independent laboratories
• Environmental Law
• Patent Law Firms
• Space Exploration Agencies
• Forensic Science Department
• Ceramics Industry
• Paper Industry
• Military Systems Department

Eligibility for Chemistry courses after 12th

Those candidates who have passed 10+2 intermediate Exam with Science as the main subject are eligible to apply for bachelor degree in Chemistry. Those who successfully complete bachelor degree in Chemistry can apply for Master’s degree in Chemistry.

Selection process for Chemistry

The basic criterion for the selection of candidates in to Bachelor degree in Chemistry is based on the marks obtained in the XII class. Certain Universities conducts entrance examinations for the selection of candidates in to undergraduate programs. Reservation based on category and sports are also considered according to the norms of the University offering the course.

Different Courses in Chemistry after 12th

• B.Com. (Actuarial Science)
• Bachelor of Commerce in Actuarial Science
• B.Sc. (Analytical Methods in Chemistry & Bio-Chemistry)
• Bachelor of Science
• B.Sc. (Applied Chemistry)
• B.Sc. (Hons) (Chemistry)
• B.Sc. + M.Sc. (Chemistry)
• Bachelor of Science + Masters of Science in Chemistry
• M.Phil. (Analytical Chemistry)
• M.Phil. (Applied Chemistry)
• Master of Philosophy in Applied Chemistry
• M.Phil. (Chemistry)
• Master of Philosophy in Chemistry
• M.Phil. (Geoengineering)
• Master of Philosophy in Geoengineering
• M.Phil. (Industrial Chemistry)
• Master of Philosophy in Industrial Chemistry
• M.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry)
• Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry
• M.Sc. (Chemistry)
• Master of Science in Chemistry
• M.Sc. (Drug Chemistry)
• Master of Science in Drug Chemistry
• M.Sc. (Hons.) (Chemistry)
• M.Sc. (Organic Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
• Master of Science in Organic Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• M.Sc. (Physical & Materials Chemistry)
• Master of Science in Physical & Materials Chemistry
• Ph.D. (Chemistry)
• Ph.D. (Electro Chemistry)
• Ph.D. (Industrial Chemistry)
• Ph.D. (Ion Exchange)
• Ph.D. (Material Science & Polymer Composites

Different institutions offering B Sc Chemistry course

Top Institutes in India offering Courses on B Sc Chemistry courses are :

• Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College
• Meenakshi College for Women
• Ethiraj College for Women
• Dr.Ambedkar Govt.Arts College Chennai
• LN Government College
• Quaid-e-Millath Government College for Women
• Sri Venkateswara College
• St. Stephen’s College
• Motilal Nehru College
• Zakir Husain College
• Shivaji College
• Rajdhani College
• Daulat Ram College
• Hindu College
• Hans Raj College
• Ramjas College
• Miranda House College
• Maitreyi College
• Gargi College
• Dyal Singh College
• Deshbandhu College
• KMC Delhi
• Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College
• Acharya Narendra Dev College

Preparing for the Chemistry Courses

Those who want to undergo courses in Chemistry after their 12th class have to undertake preparations in advance. They can go through popular books on Chemistry and can surf internet for chemistry related articles. They can also go through chemistry journals to improve their awareness in Chemistry.

Reference books for 12th students for Chemistry Courses

The NCERT’s books on Chemistry give the basic ideas on chemistry. Other books such as Trueman’s Steps in Chemistry and The New Course Chemistry by Pradeep can also be referred for further studies in the area.