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The B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry (3+1) program at UPES, Dehradun is a four-year full-time undergraduate degree offered under the School of Advanced Engineering, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The program spans 8 semesters with a total of 160 credits and offers specialisations in Polymer Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry, blending core chemical sciences with applied, industry-relevant training. The total tuition and academic service fee for the complete 4-year program is approximately Rs. 20.40 Lakhs, with additional one-time charges applicable. Admission is based on Personal Interview or CUET-UG scores, and the program is popular among students seeking industry-oriented chemistry education with strong placement support in sectors like pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, quality control, and materials science.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently ongoing. Applications can be submitted on the official UPES admissions portal. The last date to apply for B.Sc. (Hons.) admissions is listed as TBA on the official website; based on previous year trends, the application window typically closes by April-May 2026, with the batch commencing in July 2026. Students are advised to regularly check the official UPES website (upes.ac.in) for updated deadlines.

Key Points

NEP 2020 aligned 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) program with multiple exit options: Certificate (40 credits), Diploma (80 credits), 3-Year UG Degree (120 credits), or 4-Year UG (Hons.) / 4-Year UG (Hons.) with Research (160 credits).
Two specialisation tracks available: Polymer Chemistry (focus on polymer synthesis, composites, characterisation) and Industrial Chemistry (focus on green chemistry, process optimisation, environmental sustainability).
Preparation support provided for JAM (Joint Admission Test for M.Sc. at IITs/NITs), enabling students to pursue top postgraduate programs.
Direct Ph.D. application opportunities available for students pursuing the 4-year B.Sc. by Research track.
Hands-on training with advanced instruments including GC, HPLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and other analytical equipment.
Minor course options available across interdisciplinary domains including AI and ML, Data Science, IoT, Blockchain, Sustainability Engineering, Astronomy and Astrophysics, and more.

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18 Feb, 2026 UPES B.Sc {Hons.} Chemistry Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 6.74 Lakhs. Read more.

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UPES B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry Fees

The B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry program at UPES has a total tuition and academic service fee of Rs. 20.40 Lakhs for the complete 4-year (8-semester) duration. The fee increases progressively each year, starting at Rs. 2,29,500 per semester in Year 1 and going up to Rs. 2,81,500 per semester in Year 4. In addition to the academic fees, students are required to pay a one-time Training and Certification Fee of Rs. 31,300, along with other mandatory charges.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (Total, 8 semesters)	Rs. 12,23,600
Academic Service Fee (Total, 8 semesters)	Rs. 8,16,400
Training and Certification Fee (one-time)	Rs. 31,300
Convocation Fee (one-time)	Rs. 3,300
Alumni Fee (one-time)	Rs. 2,100
Technology Fee (Rs. 3,800/sem, Year 1; subsequent years communicated separately)	Rs. 7,600 (Year 1)
Medical Insurance Fee (Rs. 500/year x 4 years)	Rs. 2,000
I-Card Fee (one-time)	Rs. 500
Total Fees (excluding refundable security and hostel)	Rs. 20,86,800

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Hostel Type	Annual Fee
Triple-sharing, common washroom - Bidholi/Kandoli (Boys and Girls)	Rs. 1,83,000
Double-sharing, attached washroom - Bidholi (Girls only)	Rs. 2,32,000
Triple-sharing, AC, common washroom - Kandoli (Boys and Girls)	Rs. 2,04,000
Triple-sharing, attached washroom, AC - Kandoli (Girls only)	Rs. 2,20,000

Hostel is optional and not included in Total Fees above.
An additional interest-free refundable hostel security of Rs. 10,000 is payable at the time of hostel registration.
Refundable Security of Rs. 20,000 is interest-free and returned at the time of graduation subject to university norms.
PDC (Personality Development Course) fee is NOT applicable for B.Sc. students.
Fee payment schedule for AY 2026-27: Semester 1 at the time of admission; Semester 2 by 2nd January 2027; Semester 3 by 10th July 2027; Semester 4 by 2nd January 2028, and so on.
Technology Fee for semesters beyond Year 1 will be communicated separately by the university.
Hostel fee indicated is for AY 2025-26; AY 2026-27 hostel fees will be communicated separately.

UPES B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry program at UPES for AY 2026-27 are currently open. The selection process is based on a Personal Interview conducted by UPES or a valid CUET-UG 2026 score. Students can apply online through the official UPES admissions portal by paying an application fee of Rs. 1,750. Based on previous year patterns, the batch typically commences in July 2026.

UPES B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry Admission Dates 2026-27

Event	Date
Application Portal Opens	November 2025 (Open)
CUET UG Registration Start	January 3, 2026
CUET UG Registration End	February 26, 2026
CUET UG Admit Card Release	May 5, 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG Exam	May 11 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG Answer Key Release	June 17, 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG Result Declaration	July 4, 2026 (tentative)
Last Date to Apply at UPES	TBA (expected April-May 2026)
Online Personal Interview	TBA
Offer Letter Issuance	Rolling basis post interview
Batch Commencement	July 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum 50% marks in Class X and Class XII from a recognised board.
Minimum 50% aggregate in PCM or PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology) at the Senior Secondary level (Class XII).
English as a major subject in Class XII is required.

Admission Process

Visit the official UPES admissions portal (admission.upes.ac.in) and fill in the application form.
Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,750 online.
Submit academic details including Class X and XII marksheets and CUET UG score (if applicable).
Receive communication from UPES regarding Personal Interview scheduling via SMS/email on registered contact details.
Appear for the Online Personal Interview on the scheduled date and time slot.
Post interview, check results on the UPES portal; a provisional offer letter is issued to selected candidates.
Pay the acceptance fee within the offer expiry date to confirm and block the seat.
Complete registration formalities and pay Semester 1 fees at the time of admission.

UPES B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry Scholarships 2026

UPES offers a wide range of scholarships for B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry students for AY 2026-27, covering merit-based, need-based, domicile, sports, and special category scholarships. In 2023-24, UPES awarded Rs. 46 Crore in scholarships benefiting 6,844 students, reflecting the university's strong commitment to making quality education accessible. Scholarships are applicable primarily on tuition fees and are subject to seat availability and eligibility conditions.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Benefit
Entry Level - Board Merit (Girls and Others)	12th overall marks: 60% to 95%+	10% to 30% on 1st year tuition fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Boys)	12th overall marks: 75% to 95%+	15% to 30% on 1st year tuition fee
National Level Exam Scholarship (CUET)	CUET score 85.01 percentile and above	25% to 100% on 1st year tuition fee
Domicile Scholarship (Uttarakhand)	Uttarakhand domicile certificate	25% on tuition fee per semester (full duration)
Jyoti Scholarship (Freeship)	Min. 80% in 10th and 12th; family income up to Rs. 8 LPA	100% on semester fees (51 seats only)
Vijay Scholarship (Sports)	National/International level sports representation	35% to 100% on tuition fee
Academic Performance Scholarship (from 2nd year)	Min. CGPA 8.5; top 10% of program	10% to 20% on tuition fee
Student Financial Support	Loss of earning parent after joining UPES	Rs. 50,000 relaxation per semester
Scholarship for Wards of Defence Personnel	Parent serving/retired/martyred in Indian Armed Forces	35% on 1st year tuition fee
Scholarship for Wards of Teachers	Parent is full-time teacher in recognised school	35% on 1st year tuition fee
Employee Ward Scholarship	Ward of UPES employee	75% on tuition and academic service fee (1st year)

A student is eligible for only one type of scholarship at the time of admission; the highest applicable scholarship is awarded.
Board Merit and National Level Exam scholarships are applicable for the 1st year tuition fee only and must be claimed before registration.
Domicile scholarship requires submission of Uttarakhand Domicile Certificate at the time of admission.
Academic Performance Scholarship is renewable annually from the 2nd year onwards based on CGPA of 8.5 and above, with no backlogs and 75% attendance.
Jyoti Scholarship is limited to 51 seats and is merit-cum-need based; renewal requires minimum 6.0 SGPA/CGPA each semester.
Scholarships are awarded in the form of fee concession/waiver on tuition fees only and cannot be exchanged for cash.

UPES B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry FAQs

Ques. Is the B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry at UPES a 3-year or 4-year program, and what is the difference?

Ans. The program is a 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) aligned with NEP 2020. However, UPES offers multiple exit options: students can exit after 1 year with a Certificate (40 credits), after 2 years with a Diploma (80 credits), after 3 years with a 3-Year UG Degree (120 credits), or complete the full 4 years to earn a B.Sc. (Hons.) or B.Sc. (Hons.) with Research (160 credits). Most students opt for the full 4-year degree for better career and higher study prospects.

Ques. Does UPES accept CUET scores for B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry admission, or is a separate entrance exam required?

Ans. UPES accepts CUET-UG scores for B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry admission. There is no separate UPES entrance exam for B.Sc. admissions. Alternatively, students can be admitted through a Personal Interview conducted by UPES. Students who have not appeared for CUET can still apply and go through the Personal Interview route.

Ques. What are the career options after completing B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry from UPES?

Ans. Graduates can pursue roles such as Research Scientist, Quality Control Chemist, Lab Analyst, Chemical Analyst, Scientific Officer, and Consultant Chemist in industries like pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, materials science, environmental testing, and manufacturing. Many students also pursue M.Sc. (including through JAM for IITs/NITs), M.Tech., MBA, or Ph.D. programs after graduation. UPES also provides preparation support for JAM.

Ques. What specialisations are available in the B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry program at UPES?

Ans. The program offers two specialisations: Polymer Chemistry, which focuses on polymer synthesis, composites, and characterisation techniques; and Industrial Chemistry, which covers industrially significant chemicals, green chemistry, process optimisation, quality control, and environmental sustainability. Students choose their specialisation typically from the later semesters.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed at UPES for B.Sc. Chemistry students?

Ans. Hostel accommodation at UPES is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is not guaranteed. Both Bidholi and Kandoli campuses have residential blocks for boys and girls with triple-sharing and double-sharing options. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation early after receiving their admission offer. The hostel fee for AY 2025-26 ranges from Rs. 1,83,000 to Rs. 2,32,000 per year depending on the room type.

Ques. Can a B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry graduate from UPES directly apply for a Ph.D. program?

Ans. Yes, students who complete the 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) with Research track at UPES are eligible to apply directly for Ph.D. programs, as per the NEP 2020 guidelines which allow 4-year UG graduates with a minimum of 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA to apply for Ph.D. admission. UPES also provides preparation support and research opportunities within the program to help students build a strong research profile for Ph.D. applications.

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