The department was established in 1951. The first post-graduate degree course with specialisation in Combustion Engineering and Fuel Economy was started in 1952 under the leadership of Professor Weissweller. At present, the department is deeply involved in activities in the field of Pollution Control, Transport Processes, Coal and Petroleum Technology, and Membrane Processes. The department has al ... Read More
Prof. Sudipto Chakraborty
Head of the Department
che_hod@che.iitkgp.ac.in
+91-3222-282249 | +91-3222-282250
The Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Kharagpur has a proud legacy of excellence in education and research. In today’s rapidly evolving scientific landscape, our department is at the forefront of cutting-edge and interdisciplinary research that bridges classical chemical engineering with emerging fields such as energy storage, ... Read More
The Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Kharagpur has a proud legacy of excellence in education and research. In today’s rapidly evolving scientific landscape, our department is at the forefront of cutting-edge and interdisciplinary research that bridges classical chemical engineering with emerging fields such as energy storage, nanotechnology, interfacial science, process intensification, systems biology, AI-driven process design and similar.
Our faculty and research teams are deeply engaged in solving grand challenges of national and global relevance—ranging from sustainable energy and clean water to materials innovation and climate solutions. The department hosts state-of-the-art laboratories and computational facilities, enabling research that integrates fundamental science with advanced engineering applications. Many of our projects are conducted in close collaboration with experts from diverse fields such as physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, biotechnology, and related disciplines, along with esteemed academic institutions and industry partners across the globe.
We invite highly motivated research scholars and postdoctoral researchers to join us in this vibrant ecosystem. Our department provides an inspiring environment for innovation, supported by world-class infrastructure, mentorship, and a culture that encourages curiosity and collaboration. Whether you are driven by scientific inquiry or by the desire to make an impact, you will find a meaningful platform here.
Join us in shaping the future through research and innovation in Chemical Engineering....
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