FAQs
What is covered in Pharmaceutical Chemistry?
Pharmaceutical Chemistry is a core branch of pharmacy that focuses on the design, synthesis, characterization, analysis, and development of drugs, including synthetic, semi-synthetic, and natural products.
What programs are offered?
B.Pharm, M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Analysis), and Ph.D. programs as per PCI and University norms.
What are the career opportunities?
Graduates can work as medicinal chemists, analytical chemists, research scientists, or in regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
What research areas are included?
Key research includes computational chemistry and molecular modeling, synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, natural product chemistry.
What laboratory facilities are available in the department?
The department is equipped with: Medicinal & Organic Chemistry Laboratories, Instrumentation facilities (UV-Vis, HPLC, and Flame Photometer etc.), Access to Central Instrumentation Facilities, Computer-aided drug design (CADD) tools.
Does the department support competitive exams?
Yes. Guidance is provided for GPAT, NIPER, NET, GATE, and Ph.D. admissions.