Overview
PhD in Chemical Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering) is a 3 to 5-year doctoral programme in engineering (chemical engineering). It covers chemical process calculations, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, process control and plant design.
Course Details
- Level: Doctoral
- Duration: 3-5 years
PhD in Chemical Engineering is listed as a 3 to 5-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
A relevant master's degree with the marks required by the institute, usually with an entrance test and interview.
Admission
Admission is through university and institute PhD entrance tests and interviews, or national routes such as GATE or UGC NET JRF fellowships. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
Engineers do not need a licence for most roles in India. Chartered Engineer status (Institution of Engineers, India) is optional, and government and PSU engineering posts follow their own recruitment rules (for example the Engineering Services Examination, and PSU recruitment through GATE). Check that the institute and programme have AICTE approval, and look at NBA accreditation of the branch.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers chemical process calculations, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, process control and plant design.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include universities and IITs/NITs, R&D labs, government research organisations and industry R&D.
Career Options
Graduates can work as process or production engineer in chemical, petroleum and pharma plants, safety or quality engineer, or PSU engineer. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to post-doctoral research, faculty positions and senior R&D roles.