The Department of Chemistry at JNTUH College of Engineering, Science & Technology Hyderabad (JNTUH UCESTH) has a distinguished legacy that traces its roots to the establishment of Nagarjuna Sagar Engineering College in 1965. Following its transformation into a constituent college of the newly formed Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) in 1972, the department became a cornerstone of the institution. In 2008, with the formation of Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH) as an autonomous university, the department further solidified its reputation as a vital academic and research unit.

The department offers a diverse portfolio of academic programs, including two-year full-time postgraduate programs with specializations in Drugs & Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry, alongside core undergraduate courses in Engineering Chemistry, Environmental Science, and specialized courses for B.Tech I yr (all branches) & B. Tech Chemical Engineering (I & II Years).

Our faculty comprises a dedicated team of highly qualified professionals actively engaged in cutting-edge research in areas such as Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Inorganic Metal Complexes, Analytical Chemistry, and Natural Products with Biological Significance. The department has consistently secured funding from premier agencies like CSIR and UGC, enabling impactful research and innovation. Notably, a 2015 survey by Current Science Journal ranked the department among India’s top-performing institutions in organic chemistry research from 2004–2014, affirming its leadership in the field.

The Department of Chemistry fosters a vibrant academic culture, encouraging students to engage in activities that go beyond traditional learning. The Chemistry Association serves as a platform for debates, group discussions, and the exploration of innovative chemical methodologies. Students are actively motivated to participate in national and international conferences and to pursue prestigious fellowships such as DST-INSPIRE, CSIR, UGC, and others.

We are proud to collaborate with leading organizations like Eurofins Advinus, offering hands-on training in advanced analytical techniques such as Gas Chromatography (GC) and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). These initiatives aim to enhance skill development and provide placement opportunities for our postgraduate students and research scholars.

Beyond academics and research, the department maintains robust partnerships with the chemical industry, government agencies, and global research institutions. These collaborations ensure the alignment of our academic programs with industrial needs and create pathways for transformative research. Additionally, the department is committed to outreach activities, promoting science education and awareness within the community, and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

The Department of Chemistry at JNTUH UCESTH continues to uphold its legacy of excellence, serving as a hub for education, research, and innovation in the chemical sciences.

VISION:

The Department is committed to raise the intellectual tone of the young students in understanding and incorporating the basics of rapidly progressing changes in the fields of Science & Technology, with an objective of enhancing their competence by applying their proficiency and skill for industrial and economic development by creating better living environment in the society.

MISSION:

• To identify, scientifically evaluate and implement proven, prevention-oriented, forward-looking solutions to critical scientific and technological problems.
• To make technology a principal instrument of economic development of the country and
• To improve the quality of life of the people through technological education, innovation, research, training and consultancy. 
• The Department has a small but enthusiastic group of Teaching Faculty who has taken to teaching of Chemistry and Chemical research wholeheartedly.
• The Department has good laboratories and infrastructural facilities with financial inputs from the University, the College, the UGC and CSIR.

GOALS:

• To strengthen the edifice of Engineering and Technological Education on the four pillars teaching, research, training and consultancy. 

• To play the lead role in harnessing and developing human resources towards economic, industrial, management through Chemistry. 

• To attain technical excellence. 

• To stimulate, support and collaborate in R & D efforts with industry. 

• To pioneer and actively participate in evolving appropriate technologies.

• To develop native genius for the development of rural India.

• To adhere to the ethics of instruction.

Innovative Practices Adopted:

• To incorporate field experiences and field problems in lectures. 

• To involve students in consultancy projects. 

• To give practical oriented live projects for students as their project works. 

• To take students to sites where some important and latest techniques are used to give latest technology exposure to students. 

• To arrange guest lecturers of well-known researchers from various institutes across the globe for the benefit of the students.

The Courses Supported at UG Level :

• Engineering Chemistry for B.Tech I Year I Semester for Civil, Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering Branches.
• Engineering Chemistry for B.Tech I Year II Semester for EEE, ECE, CSE and Chemical Engineering Branches.
• B. Tech – II year – Analytical & Organic Chemistry (Chemical Engineering)
• B. Tech – I year & III year (lateral entry) Environmental Studies (All Branches)

Courses offered at PG Level :

• M.Sc Chemistry (Drugs & Pharmaceuticals): Two Year (Full Time Programme)
• M.Sc Chemistry (Organic Chemistry):            Two Year (Full Time Programme)
• M.Sc Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry):         Two Year (Full Time Programme)

Research Programmes Offered :

• Ph.D in Chemistry

The major research areas include Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Inorganic and Coordination Chemistry, Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. Laboratories Facilities:

The Department has three well equipped laboratories. The Research Lab has instrumentation facilities , FTIR, UV- Vis. Spectrophotometer, Microwave Ovens, Parr hydrogenator, Sonicator etc.

The laboratories are supported by the funds from JNTUH, UGC, CSIR & TEQIP.

RESEARCH & INNOVATION:

Research is at the heart of our department's mission. Our faculty members are engaged in cutting-edge research across various branches of chemistry, including organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry.

The department has made significant contributions to the fields of green chemistry, materials science, and environmental chemistry, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation.

Our research endeavors are supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities, enabling us to explore new frontiers in chemical sciences.

We regularly collaborate with leading companies, research institutions, and government agencies to advance research and innovation.

The Department of Chemistry at JNTUH UCESTH is committed to fostering strong ties with the chemical industry and the broader scientific community. We regularly collaborate with leading companies, research institutions, and government agencies to advance research and innovation. Our department also engages in outreach activities aimed at promoting science education and awareness in the community, encouraging the next generation of scientists.

Currently Department of Chemistry, JNTUH UCESTH is in collaboration with Eurofin Advinus companies to provide training in the field of Analytical techniques such as GC, HPLC etc for skill development and to provide placement opportunities for PG students & Research Scholars.