Chemistry Department introduction
The department of Chemistry came in existence in 1960 at Dhanwate National College, Nagpur and later on shifted to existing building in 1967. It started functioning under the leadership of Dr. C.R.Vekhande. Due to excellent result, infrastructure and well equipped laboratories, our college has been accredited with five star grade by NAAC. The UGC has identified this department under CPE scheme for vertical growth. The department has research output with several publications in National/International Journals. The department has established linkage with several NGOs and National and International organizations.
Since there was a demand from students, Parents and International Organizations, the College introduced PG courses from 2005-06. Under the CPE grants the department has procured sophisticated instruments for UG and PG. the RTM Nagpur university, Nagpur has recognized this department as a centre for research and about eight students are pursuing their Ph.D. The department of chemistry is running UGC sponsored. Six month duration “Certificate course in environmental analysis” from 2006. The department of chemistry has received grants under COSIP in 1984 for glass blowing unit. The teachers in the department are deeply involved in teaching learning and other activities for overall developments of the students.