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The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physical Chemistry at Khallikote Unitary University (KUU), Berhampur is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Chemistry. The department has a rich legacy dating back to 1944 (UG) and 1963 (PG), with PG Chemistry seats expanded to 32 in 2016. The M.Sc. Chemistry programme at KUU offers specialisations in Physical, Organic, Inorganic, and Analytical Chemistry. The Physical Chemistry specialisation covers topics such as thermodynamics, quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and chemical kinetics. Admission is through CPET (Common PG Entrance Test), a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Department of Higher Education, Odisha. The programme is popular among students from South Odisha due to its affordable fees, strong research tradition, and distinguished alumni network.

As of March 2026, the CPET 2026 registration window is currently open (February 27, 2026 to March 15, 2026). The exam is scheduled from April 27 to May 10, 2026, with results expected by July 1, 2026 (tentative). Counselling and seat allotment for the 2026-27 batch is expected to begin from June-July 2026. For the 2025-26 batch, admissions were completed through CPET 2025 counselling in June-July 2025.

Key Points

2-year full-time M.Sc. Chemistry programme with specialisation in Physical Chemistry
Admission through CPET (Odisha Common PG Entrance Test); centralised counselling via SAMS Odisha portal
Department has a strong research tradition with nearly 60 Ph.D. scholars awarded degrees
Distinguished alumni placed in IITs, IISERs, NISER, NALCO, IRE, and universities across India and abroad
Students have qualified IIT-JAM, UGC-NET, GATE, and secured positions in government and research organisations
Affordable fee structure under the regular (non-self-financing) mode

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KUU M.Sc Physical Chemistry Fees

The M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) programme at Khallikote Unitary University is offered under the regular (non-self-financing) mode, making it one of the most affordable M.Sc. Chemistry programmes in Odisha. The annual fee for General category students (Boys) is Rs. 4,644, while SC/ST and Girls category students pay Rs. 4,476 per year. The total programme cost over 2 years is approximately Rs. 9,288 (General Boys) or Rs. 8,952 (SC/ST/Girls).

Annual Fee Structure

Fee Component	General (Boys)	SC/ST / Girls
Admission Fee	Rs. 2,444	Rs. 2,276
Examination Fee	Rs. 2,200	Rs. 2,200
Course Fee	Nil	Nil
Total Fees (Per Year)	Rs. 4,644	Rs. 4,476

The above fees are based on the official KUU PG Science (PIY) fee structure applicable to M.Sc. Chemistry specialisations.
Fees are to be deposited via challan at the Central Bank of India, Khallikote College branch.
Hostel fees (RCM PG Hostel): Admission fee Rs. 13,050 + Rs. 60/month seat rent (optional, subject to availability).
No EMI or instalment facility has been officially announced; fees are payable in full at the time of admission.
Total programme cost over 2 years: Rs. 9,288 (General Boys) / Rs. 8,952 (SC/ST/Girls).

KUU M.Sc Physical Chemistry Admission 2026

Admission to the M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) programme at Khallikote Unitary University is conducted through CPET (Common PG Entrance Test), a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Department of Higher Education, Odisha. Candidates are allotted seats through centralised online counselling via the SAMS Odisha portal (pg.samsodisha.gov.in) based on their CPET rank. For the 2026-27 session, CPET 2026 registration is currently open.

Important Dates

KUU M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) Admission Dates (2025-26 and 2026-27)

Event	2025-26 (Actual)	2026-27 (Tentative)
CPET Registration Start	February 2025	February 27, 2026
CPET Registration End	March 2025	March 15, 2026
CPET Admit Card	April 2025	April 23, 2026
CPET Exam	May 2025	April 27 - May 10, 2026
CPET Result	June 2025	July 1, 2026 (Tentative)
CPET Counselling / Seat Allotment (Round 1)	June 2025	June-July 2026 (Tentative)
Reporting / Admission at KUU	July 2025	July 2026 (Tentative)
Classes Commence	July/August 2025	July/August 2026 (Tentative)

CPET 2026 Exam Dates (M.Sc. Chemistry)

Event	Date
Application Form Release	February 27, 2026
Last Date to Apply	March 15, 2026
Admit Card Release	April 23, 2026
Exam Dates	April 27 - May 10, 2026
Result Declaration	July 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling / Seat Allotment	June-July 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) with Chemistry as a major/honours subject from a recognised university.
Minimum 50% marks in the qualifying examination (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per Odisha government norms).
Must qualify CPET (Odisha Common PG Entrance Test) for admission to KUU M.Sc. Chemistry.

Admission Process

Register and appear for CPET (Common PG Entrance Test) through the SAMS Odisha portal (pg.samsodisha.gov.in).
Participate in CPET online counselling; fill in college and course preferences.
Receive seat allotment letter based on CPET rank and seat availability.
Report to Khallikote Unitary University on the designated date with original documents and fee challan.
Submit required documents: B.Sc. mark sheets, certificates, CPET rank card, allotment letter, category certificate (if applicable), anti-ragging affidavit, Aadhaar card, and passport-size photographs.
Deposit fees via challan at Central Bank of India, Khallikote College branch.

KUU M.Sc Physical Chemistry Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in the M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) programme at Khallikote Unitary University are eligible for various government scholarships and fellowships. SC/ST students benefit from a reduced admission fee. The Odisha State Scholarship Portal (e-Medhabruti) offers merit-cum-means scholarships for eligible students. Students who qualify UGC-NET/JRF in Chemistry can avail the JRF fellowship.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship / Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount	Deadline
UGC-JRF Fellowship	UGC-NET/JRF qualified students enrolled in research programmes	Rs. 37,000/month (JRF)	As per UGC norms
Odisha State Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students, Odisha domicile, family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Up to Rs. 30,000/year	As notified on Odisha State Scholarship Portal
e-Medhabruti (Merit Scholarship)	Odisha domicile students with high academic merit	Varies (up to Rs. 25,000)	As notified annually
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Students with family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh/year, scored above 80th percentile in 12th	Rs. 10,000/year (UG/PG)	October-November (NSP portal)
OBC/SEBC Post-Matric Scholarship	OBC/SEBC students, Odisha domicile	As per government norms	As notified on Odisha State Scholarship Portal

JRF fellowship is available only to UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidates enrolled in research programmes.
All government scholarships must be applied for through the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal (scholarship.odisha.gov.in) or the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Scholarship amounts and deadlines are subject to annual revision by the respective government authorities.

KUU M.Sc Physical Chemistry Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Placement Category	Details
Distinguished Alumni Placements	IITs, IISERs, NISER, NALCO, IRE, universities across India and abroad
Qualifications Secured	IIT-JAM, UGC-NET, GATE
Positions Secured	Government and research organisations
Research Scholars	Nearly 60 Ph.D. scholars awarded degrees

KUU M.Sc Physical Chemistry FAQs

Q1. What is the admission process for M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) at KUU?

Ans. Admission to M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) at KUU is through CPET (Common PG Entrance Test), a state-level exam conducted by the Department of Higher Education, Odisha. Candidates must register on the SAMS Odisha portal (pg.samsodisha.gov.in), appear for CPET, and participate in centralised online counselling. Seat allotment is based on CPET rank and college/course preferences.

Q2. What is the total fee for M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) at KUU?

Ans. The total fee per year for General (Boys) category students is Rs. 4,644 (comprising Rs. 2,444 admission fee + Rs. 2,200 examination fee). For SC/ST/Girls, the admission fee is Rs. 2,276, making the total Rs. 4,476 per year. Over 2 years, the total programme cost is approximately Rs. 9,288 (General Boys) or Rs. 8,952 (SC/ST/Girls). Hostel is optional and costs an additional Rs. 13,050 as admission fee plus Rs. 60/month rent.

Q3. What are the career prospects after M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) from KUU?

Ans. Graduates of M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) from KUU can pursue Ph.D. in Chemistry at IITs, IISERs, NISER, and other premier institutions. They can also qualify UGC-NET/JRF for lectureship and research fellowships, appear for GATE for PSU jobs, or work in industries such as pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, materials science, and environmental science. KUU alumni have been placed at NALCO, IRE, CIPET, and various research institutions.

Q4. Does KUU offer Ph.D. in Chemistry after M.Sc.?

Ans. Yes, KUU offers Ph.D. in Chemistry. The department has a strong research tradition with nearly 60 Ph.D. scholars awarded degrees. Students who complete M.Sc. (Physical Chemistry) from KUU can apply for Ph.D. at KUU or other universities. Ph.D. admission is typically through an entrance test and interview.

Q5. What is the difference between M.Sc. Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Analytical Chemistry at KUU?

Ans. KUU offers M.Sc. Chemistry with four specialisations: Physical, Organic, Inorganic, and Analytical Chemistry. Physical Chemistry focuses on thermodynamics, quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, and kinetics. Organic Chemistry covers synthesis, reaction mechanisms, and natural products. Inorganic Chemistry deals with coordination compounds, organometallics, and solid-state chemistry. Analytical Chemistry focuses on instrumental analysis and separation techniques. All four specialisations are part of the same PG Chemistry programme with 32 total seats.

Q6. When does the CPET 2026 registration close for M.Sc. Chemistry admission?

Ans. The CPET 2026 registration window is currently open and closes on March 15, 2026. Candidates must register on the SAMS Odisha portal (pg.samsodisha.gov.in) before the deadline. The CPET 2026 exam is scheduled from April 27 to May 10, 2026. Students should not miss this deadline as no extensions are typically granted.

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