MY TIET

Department of
Chemical Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF

Chemical Engineering
At Thapar

For more than six decades, the Department of Chemical Engineering at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology has prepared engineers to solve complex industrial and societal challenges. Today, the department offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programmes while continuing to expand its teaching, research, and industry engagement. The department emphasizes problem-solving through a strong grounding in transport phenomena, thermodynamics, reaction engineering, process control, and process systems engineering. Computing, mathematical modelling, and process simulation are integrated throughout the curriculum, while modern laboratories provide hands-on experience in unit operations, process control, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and reaction engineering. Students graduate with the technical skills and practical experience needed across the chemical, energy, pharmaceutical, food, and sustainability sectors.

Academic Programs

Thapar - UNSW 
Australia Academic Pathway
Study Abroad

Thapar - UNSW Australia Academic Pathway

Earn a globally recognized Chemical Engineering education through the 2+2 Programme with UNSW Sydney. Students begin their studies at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology and complete the final two years at UNSW Sydney, gaining international academic exposure, access to world-class facilities, and a globally valued degree experience.

TAKE A LOOK

What’s Trending in Chemical Engineering?

An amalgamation of research, innovation and theory associated with mathematics, chemistry, and natural sciences that brings to you a world of opportunities Staying abreast with dynamic trends in chemical engineering while setting a rock solid foundation of basic concepts has been a three-decade long tradition at TIET. A rich experience of over 27 years held by our reputed faculty members exposes you to unbound knowledge and an ocean of career opportunities. Holding a history of adopting a prismatic outlook towards real-life engineering scenarios. Over 1300+ Chemical Engineering graduates of TIET are excelling across the globe.

AI in Chemical Engineering

AI in Chemical Engineering

Thapar Innovate supports early-stage founders and student entrepreneurs through a collaborative venture lab ecosystem. We provide mentorship, ideation and prototyping support, startup programs, and industry access.

Sustainable Process Design

Sustainable Process Design

Research into greener processes, energy efficiency, and carbon capture is reshaping how chemical plants operate, reducing environmental impact while improving yield and safety.

Advanced Materials & Nanotech

Advanced Materials & Nanotech

From functional polymers to nanostructured catalysts, advanced materials research at TIET is driving innovation across energy, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing sectors.

Our Student Projects

Thapar Innovate

Thapar Innovate

Thapar Innovate supports early-stage founders and student entrepreneurs through a collaborative venture lab ecosystem. We provide mentorship, ideation and prototyping support, startup programs, and industry access.

E4E

E4E

E4E brings together education leaders, counsellors, and institutions on a common platform. It drives dialogue on future-ready, multidisciplinary learning. The initiative promotes innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

Research
Highlights

Leadership

Leadership

Global Academic Leadership
Summit 2026

A high-level forum uniting global academic leaders to shape the future of higher education and research.

Excellence

Excellence

World Top
2% Scientists in Thapar

TIET faculty featured among the world’s top 2% scientists, reflecting global research excellence and impact.

Partnership

Partnership

Memorandum Of Understanding
with Indian Airforce

A strategic partnership with the Indian Air Force to support advanced education and research for serving personnel.

Innovation

Innovation

Launch of
VentureLab Thapar

A flagship incubation hub empowering startups with mentorship, funding, and industry connections.

AI

AI

Thapar School of
Advanced AI & Data Science

A dedicated school advancing cutting-edge education and research in AI and data science.

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology combines experience with new-age implementation.

Contact Us

P.O. Box 32, Bhadson Road, Patiala, Punjab, Pin -147004, India

Admissions helpline for all programs

Toll-free Number : 18002024100
Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Saturday
admission@thapar.edu