Industries are backbones of the growing economy of India. Chemical Engineering is applied in the manufacturing of a wide variety of products used in daily life. Modern Chemical Engineering largely involves the process of converting raw materials and chemicals to more useful and valuable products.

Industries depend on Chemical Engineers to achieve productivity economically. Chemical Engineers ensure that the processes are operated safely and economically. They are also responsible for design improvement and maintenance of processes involving chemical transformations.

An Engineering degree in Industrial Chemistry or in Polymer Technology will help you work as a Chemical Engineer. Many Universities in India offer Engineering courses in this field.

B.E or B. Tech in Chemical Engineering: This is a four-year degree course offered through recognized engineering colleges in India. The focus of the B.E, B.Tech programs in Chemical Engineering is on Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Technology, Polymer Processing and Polymer Testing.

B.Sc. in Chemistry: This is three-year course offered through the universities in India. The course gives due importance to the scientific aspects of chemical processes rather than their practical applications.

Post Graduate Courses:
Upon completing B.E or B.Tech, students can join Master courses in Chemical Engineering. Further, they can pursue Ph.D in any of the chosen branches of the field.

B.Sc Chemistry graduates can apply for M.Sc. Chemistry, and can further pursue their education for a Ph.D.

Eligibility:

Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry get admission to Chemical Engineering through an entrance test. B. Sc. graduates are also eligible to apply for the courses. There may not be an entrance test for B.Sc. Chemistry.

Scope of Chemical Engineering in India and abroad:

Chemical Engineers have huge opportunities to work in India and abroad. They can look for opportunities in designing, development, production & control of chemical processing plants, prevention & control of environmental pollution. They also have scope for self-employment in fabric, food and agro-industries.

Scope of Chemistry:

Students who are graduates/post graduates in Chemistry can join as research assistants in laboratories or scientific organizations. Those who are interested in teaching Chemistry can get trained professionally to become a teacher or professor.