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Department of Chemistry

Fostering Foundational Scientific Rigor, Analytical Thinking & Human Values.

Science Blockchemistry@kgec.edu.in
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Department Academic Resources:
Department Heritage & Overview

Department of Department of Chemistry

The department provides the foundational mathematical, physical, chemical, and communicative principles upon which high-level engineering applications and innovations thrive.

Intake & Admissions:Supports all undergraduate and postgraduate engineering batches across all four academic years.
AICTE Approved & MAKAUT Affiliated
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Foundations

Uncompromising grounding in core mathematical and algorithmic computing fundamentals.

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Cross-Sectional

Bridging computing sciences with cloud architectures, AI models, and interdisciplinary domains.

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Transformational

Empowering scholars with solution-driven mindsets, ethical leadership, and industry capstones.

Academic Leadership

From the Head of the Department

Dr. Uttam Das

Dr. Uttam Das

Assistant Professor & Head of Department

Chemistry, KGEC

Our department provides the indispensable mathematical, physical, chemical, and communicative foundations upon which world-class engineering education and research thrive.

The department remains committed to producing technically proficient, ethically grounded, and socially responsible engineering professionals.

Official Department Desk Contact HOD

Department Snapshot

Established:1995
Category:BASIC_SCIENCES
Affiliation:MAKAUT West Bengal
Approval:AICTE New Delhi
Location:Science Block
Email:chemistry@kgec.edu.in
Core Principles

Vision & Mission

Department Vision

To cultivate scientific excellence in chemical sciences, green synthesis, nanomaterials, and polymer engineering that empowers sustainable technological solutions.

Department Mission
  • 1To impart rigorous fundamental and applied knowledge of chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and materials science to engineering scholars.
  • 2To conduct impactful research in green chemistry, polymer nanocomposites, and environmental remediation.
  • 3To instill laboratory safety, environmental consciousness, and analytical rigor.
Curriculum Breadth

Core & Modern Subjects

Foundational Core Curriculum

1Engineering Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics
2Professional English & Technical Communication
3Values, Ethics & Environmental Studies
4Computational Mathematics & Statistics

Advanced Electives & Emerging Technologies

MathAdvanced Computational Modeling

Scientific simulations, MATLAB, Numerical methods and differential modeling

OpticsMaterial Characterization & Applied Optics

Photonics, nanostructures, optical fibers and laser physics

Practical & Research Infrastructure

Laboratories & Technical Infrastructure

Engineering Chemistry Laboratory
Science Block CH-101
Foundational Science Lab

Engineering Chemistry Laboratory

Key Equipment & Capabilities:Digital Spectrophotometers, Precision pH Meters, Conductivity Bridges, Redwood Viscometers, Pensky-Martens Flash Point Apparatus
Instrumental Analysis & Materials Research Lab
Science Block CH-103
M.Tech & Research Lab

Instrumental Analysis & Materials Research Lab

Key Equipment & Capabilities:Double Beam UV-Vis Spectrometer, High-Temperature Muffle Furnace, Nanomaterial Synthesis Fume Hood, Ultrasonic Bath
Academic Roster

Faculty & Academic Staff

Dr. Uttam Das

Assistant Professor & Head of Department

MSc, PhD

Dr. Shefali Saha

Assistant Professor

M.Sc, PhD

JG

State Aided College Teacher (SACT)

M.Tech / M.Sc / MCA

Official Notices

Department Circulars & Events

All Notices & Events
ADMISSION

WBJEE 2026 Round 2 Physical Reporting & Document Verification Schedule

22 Aug 2026

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EXAMINATION

Detailed Routine for Odd Semester Theoretical Examinations (B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA)

20 Aug 2026

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ACADEMIC

This notice is from Office!

25 Aug 2026

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ADMISSION

WBJEE 2026 Round (Decentralised) Physical Reporting & Document Verification Schedule

23 Aug 2026

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TENDER

Notice Inviting E-Tender for Supply and Commissioning of GPU Compute Servers

15 Aug 2026

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