byGaganDeep
Updated on - 29 Jun, 2024
Doctor of Philosophy is a Doctoral research degree that deals with the structural features, the properties, the composition and reactions of organic compounds which are mainly composed of carbon and hydrogen. A degree in Ph.D. in organic chemistry usually takes 3-5 years and includes formal coursework, seminar presentations, laboratory research, examination, and preparing and defending a dissertation.
The following entrance examinations are considered for admission to Ph.D. in organic chemistry in the universities in India: CSIR-UGC NET for JRF, GATE with good rank, Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST), Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and Direct Admission to PhD (DAAD) on the basis of B.Tech/M.Sc. on the results of marks in an interview and on performance.
| Highlight | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Doctor of Philosophy in Organic Chemistry |
| Duration | 3-5 years |
| Course Level | Doctoral |
| Eligibility | Master's degree in Organic Chemistry or related fields, with a minimum required percentage (usually 55-60%), and sometimes relevant research experience |
| Top Colleges | Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), University of Delhi, University of Mumbai, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), University of Hyderabad |
1. Candidate must have a Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry or any relevant field such as Chemistry or Chemical Sciences with at least 60% marks
2. Exams like CSIR UGC NET, GATE or any entrance exam conducted at institute/ University level with a high ranking.
3. Must have good command on topics such as reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, synthetic methods.
4. Include letters from previous research supervisors or professors to speak about one’s potentials as a researcher.
5. Remember to prepare a research proposal in the field of specialization you want to pursue to approach potential Ph.D. supervisors.
6. The interviews can be cleared in one go by the selected institutes/universities to check the conceptual knowledge, communication skills, and research interests to get the admission confirmed along with the allocation of supervisors.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Advanced Organic Synthesis | Total synthesis of complex natural products, Stereoselective synthesis, Catalytic methods in organic synthesis |
| Organic Reaction Mechanisms | Mechanistic principles, Reactive intermediates, Pericyclic reactions, Cross-coupling reactions |
| Heterocyclic Chemistry | Synthesis and properties of heterocycles, Medicinal chemistry applications, Bioactive heterocycles |
| Organometallic Chemistry | Transition metal catalysis, Organometallic reagents, C-H activation, Applications in organic synthesis |
| Physical Organic Chemistry | Reaction kinetics, Molecular dynamics, Structure-activity relationships, Non-covalent interactions |
| Natural Products Chemistry | Isolation and characterization of natural products, Biosynthesis pathways, Pharmacological properties |
| Spectroscopic Techniques | NMR spectroscopy, Mass spectrometry, Infrared spectroscopy, UV-Vis spectroscopy, Structure elucidation |
| Polymer Chemistry | Polymerization mechanisms, Polymer characterization techniques, Polymer blends and composites |
| Supramolecular Chemistry | Host-guest chemistry, Self-assembly processes, Molecular recognition, Applications in materials science |
| Research Methodology | Literature review, Experimental design, Data analysis methods, Scientific writing in organic chemistry |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Medicinal Chemistry | 5,00,000 - 16,00,000 |
| Synthetic Organic Chemistry | 4,50,000 - 14,00,000 |
| Organic Materials Chemistry | 5,00,000 - 15,00,000 |
| Organometallic Chemistry | 4,50,000 - 13,00,000 |
| Organic Catalysis | 5,00,00,000 - 14,00,000 |
| Green Organic Chemistry | 5,00,000 - 14,00,000 |
| Organic Photochemistry | 4,50,000 - 13,00,000 |
| Natural Product Chemistry | 5,00,000 - 14,00,000 |