M.Tech. (Research) in Chemical Engineering 

at Division of Mechanical Sciences, CV Raman Road

Some sectors are witnessing boom in the recent time and witnessing growth due to domestic and international demand. They are generating employment opportunities for engineers and apprentices. Some of these common sectors where Chemical Engineers can find themselves working at are:

• Fertiliser Companies
• Coal Companies
• Oil & Gas Exploration Companies 

PSUs offer INR 25,000 to INR 50,000 approximately (monthly) to the candidates selected as Chemical Engineers. PSUs offer many perks and allowances such as Dearness Allowance, HR Allowance, Travel Expenses, Medical Reimbursements. Candidates wishing to enter PSUs must work hard to avail the benefits as well as establish a promising career in Chemical Engineering.  

While it is not mandatory to have extra certifications to get a decent paying job after a Chemical Engineering degree, additional certificates for skill-based learning definitely give you an edge over other potential candidates, as you become an asset for the recruiter. Today, when the focus is shifting towards sustainability and a healthy living environment, it is important to upskill yourself to stay relevant and enjoy good salary packages.
Skill based certificate courses in Chemical Process Design and Simulation, Environmental Safety and Management, and Chemical Reaction Engineering can prove to be an excellent move on your part to climb the ladder of career success in the field.

The average salary offered to a fresh Chemical Engineering graduate is somewhere between INR 5 LPA and INR 7 LPA. As you climb the ladder of experience, you will get an increment in your salary package because of the skills and expertise gained during the early years of learning.

The salary in this field depends a lot on the availability of projects, current market demand and of course, your skill set that matters the most, as you are literally playing with chemicals every day to come up with something innovative and beneficial for the society at large. Rest assured, looking at the current industry trends and demand, there are ample opportunities for you in this engineering field.