Study Chemical Engineering in India 🇮🇳

India offers 35 Chemical Engineering programs across 17 universities. Tuition ranges from $20k–$300k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

35 Programs

17 Universities

$20k–$300k/yr Tuition

100% STEM

11% Scholarships

Why India for Chemical Engineering?

Living Cost

$4,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (16) PhD (11) Master (8)

Top Universities for Chemical Engineering in India

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Chennai · National rank #1 · QS #180

M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Master PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Delhi · National rank #2 · QS #123

PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

Indian Institute of Science

Bangalore · National rank #2 · QS #211

Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Chemical Engineering · Master PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD

Vellore Institute of Technology

Vellore · National rank #2 · QS #691

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Mumbai · National rank #3 · QS #118

Chemical Engineering · Master

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Kharagpur · National rank #5 · QS #215

Chemical Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Roorkee · National rank #6 · QS #339

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Hyderabad · National rank #7 · QS #664

B.Tech in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor M.Tech in Chemical Engineering · Master PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Coimbatore · National rank #8 · QS #1001

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli · National rank #9 · QS #731

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Master Chemical Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (Chemical Engineering) · PhD

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Guwahati · National rank #11 · QS #334

M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Master B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal

Surathkal · National rank #17

Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

Delhi Technological University

Delhi · National rank #27

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

National Institute of Technology Warangal

Warangal · National rank #28

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor Master of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Master

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

Patiala · National rank #29 · QS #771

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering · PhD

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA) University

Thanjavur · National rank #29

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad

Hyderabad · National rank #81

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering · PhD

All Programs

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology Warangal

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA) University

Master of Technology in Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology Warangal

Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Science

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Science

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering

Delhi Technological University

M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

B.Tech in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

M.Tech in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Bachelor STEM Aid

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

Doctor of Philosophy (Chemical Engineering)

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal

Bachelor STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Chemical Engineering in India?

Tuition for Chemical Engineering programs in India ranges from $20k–$300k/yr. 11% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $4k.

What are the English language requirements for Chemical Engineering in India?

English-taught Chemical Engineering programs in India typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Chemical Engineering programs are in India?

Abroadly lists 35 Chemical Engineering programs at 17 universities across India. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Are Chemical Engineering programs in India STEM-designated?

100% of Chemical Engineering programs in India carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.

Is India a good country for Chemical Engineering students?

India is a strong choice for Chemical Engineering with 17 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Hindi/English, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Chemical Engineering in India?

In India, Chemical Engineering programs are offered at: PhD (11 programs), Bachelor (16 programs), Master (8 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.