M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD): overview
M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD) in Delhi, Delhi is a 2-year postgraduate programme. Each year's batch has 68 seats. Fees for the full course come to ₹2.43 lakh – ₹5.13 lakh (roughly ₹1.22 lakh a year).
IIT Delhi (IITD) is a public/government institute, founded in 1961. This page brings together what is on record for this course at IIT Delhi (IITD) — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.
M.Sc. in Chemistry fees at IIT Delhi (IITD)
This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to M.sc programmes at IIT Delhi (IITD) as a group.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total course fee | ₹2.43 lakh – ₹5.13 lakh |
| Tuition fee | ₹30,000 – ₹3 lakh |
| Hostel fee | ₹1.96 lakh |
| Approximate cost per year | ₹1.22 lakh |
Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with IIT Delhi (IITD) before you pay anything.
M.Sc. in Chemistry eligibility
For admission to M.Sc. in Chemistry, you usually need a bachelor's degree in a related subject. The minimum marks on record at IIT Delhi (IITD) are: X: 0.0, XII: 0.0, Graduation: 55.0.
IIT Delhi (IITD) accepts Common Admission Test for its courses. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check IIT Delhi (IITD)'s prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.
How to get admission to M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD)
The admission process usually runs like this:
- Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
- Take Common Admission Test and keep your scorecard.
- Apply to IIT Delhi (IITD) on its website (home.iitd.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
- Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.
M.Sc. in Chemistry placements at IIT Delhi (IITD)
Going by the latest placement record (2023) show a placement rate of 90.01%, an average package of ₹21, a median package of ₹20 lakh and a highest package of ₹41.13 lakh at IIT Delhi (IITD). These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.
For M.Sc. in Chemistry specifically, the average salary on record is ₹15.5 lakh a year.
Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.
Other M.sc specialisations at IIT Delhi (IITD)
IIT Delhi (IITD) runs 15 M.sc specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:
- M.Sc. in Cognitive Science
- M.S. (R) in Biological Sciences
- M.S. (R) in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- M.S. (R) in Electrical Engineering
- M.Sc. in Physics
- M.S. (R) in Mechanical Engineering
- M.S. (R) in Sensors, Instrumentation and Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering
- M.S. (R) in Computer Science and Engineering
- M.Sc. in Economics
- M.S. (R) in VLSI Design Tools and Technology
- M.S. (R) in Machine Intelligence and Data Science
- M.S. (R) in Information Technology
- M.Sc.in Biological Sciences
- M.Sc. in Mathematics
Is M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD) right for you?
A few questions worth answering before you apply:
- Do the subjects of M.Sc. in Chemistry genuinely interest you? You will spend 2 years on them.
- Can you manage ₹2.43 lakh – ₹5.13 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
- Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
- How does IIT Delhi (IITD) compare with other colleges offering M.sc in and around Delhi?
M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD): FAQs
What is the fee for M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD)?
The total fee on record for M.Sc. in Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi is ₹2.43 lakh – ₹5.13 lakh, about ₹1.22 lakh a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.
How long is M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD)?
M.Sc. in Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi is a 2-year full-time postgraduate course.
How many seats are there in M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Delhi (IITD)?
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi has 68 seats in M.Sc. in Chemistry each year.
What is the eligibility for M.Sc. in Chemistry?
You usually need a bachelor's degree in a related subject. IIT Delhi (IITD) accepts Common Admission Test. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.
What are the placements like at IIT Delhi (IITD)?
In 2023, IIT Delhi (IITD) recorded a placement rate of 90.01%, an average package of ₹21 and a highest package of ₹41.13 lakh. These are college-wide figures.
Which other M.sc specialisations does IIT Delhi (IITD) offer?
Besides M.Sc. in Chemistry, IIT Delhi (IITD) offers M.Sc. in Cognitive Science, M.S. (R) in Biological Sciences, M.S. (R) in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology, M.S. (R) in Electrical Engineering, M.Sc. in Physics, M.S. (R) in Mechanical Engineering, M.S. (R) in Sensors, Instrumentation and Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering and M.S. (R) in Computer Science and Engineering and 6 more.
Is IIT Delhi (IITD) a government or private college?
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi is a public/government institute, founded in 1961, located in Delhi, Delhi.