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Chemical Engineering.

Imparting quality technical education since 1996. The department boasts a proud legacy of over 600+ alumni, consistent university rank holders every year, and an outstanding placement record.

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About the department

Established in 1996, BIET's Chemical Engineering Department is a premier VTU-recognized Research Center with modern labs featuring design and simulation software. Supported by highly qualified faculty, including two PhDs managing multiple R&D projects (NAIN/AICTE/DST), the department provides deep expertise in Process Simulation, control & IIoT, Environmental Management, Heat and Mass Transfer and

Established in 1996, BIET's Chemical Engineering Department is a premier VTU-recognized Research Center with modern labs featuring design and simulation software. Supported by highly qualified faculty, including two PhDs managing multiple R&D projects (NAIN/AICTE/DST), the department provides deep expertise in Process Simulation, control & IIoT, Environmental Management, Heat and Mass Transfer and Alternative Fuels. Nurturing 25 batches (600+ graduates, 90% distinction, 25 university ranks), it achieves a 90% placement rate. Through consultancy, industrial exposure, and the "Chemexcel" symposium, students secure elite roles globally (Biocon, TCS, Yokogawa, BOSCH, Autotech and others) at premier bodies (ISRO, BARC), or advance to IITs and universities abroad.

CH
Department code
UG
Programme level
7
Programme faculty count
9
Published laboratories
30
Programme sanctioned intake · 2026-27
4 years
Programme duration
1996
Established
VTU
Affiliating university
Eligibility & admission routes
Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics and one of Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science — minimum 45% (40% for reserved categories). Entrance via KCET / COMEDK.
Admission routes: KCET, COMEDK, Management Quota.

Vision & mission

Our vision
To train and generate efficient manpower required for effective management of core / allied industries, have a thrust for innovation, undertaking need based research who contribute to Global knowledge and wealth.

Mission

  1. 01To produce graduates who have ability for creative research (thinking) and an urge for continued learning.
  2. 02To offer a quality and efficient undergraduate program in Chemical Engineering required for successful professional career.
  3. 03To practice sustainability and promote ecofriendly processes which benefit the engineering profession and society.

Objectives

Programme Educational Objectives(PEO)

  1. 01Capability to advance professionally in their chosen career, wherein they apply their professional and generic skills acquired during their course of training.
  2. 02Exhibit leadership qualities and collaborate successfully while working in multidisciplinary teams to tackle multifaceted problems of industry, society and government.
  3. 03Ability to design, scale up and regulate systems which meet specific needs of economic, environment and public safety.

Programme Specific Outcomes(PSO)

  1. 01Demonstrate the professional and generic skills acquired during their training, needed to apply the principles of chemical engineering in solving real-time problems.
  2. 02Able to undertake independent research and engage themselves in lifelong learning.
  3. 03Play a lead role and exhibit economic professional and ethical values.
Dr. KALLESHAPPA C.M
Head of department
Dr. KALLESHAPPA C.M
PROFESSOR AND HOD

Faculty & staff

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C M Kalleshappa
C M KalleshappaProfessor & Head
Praveen Kumar D G
Praveen Kumar D GAssociate Professor
Amarnath P C
Amarnath P CAssistant Professor
Shashikala K J
Shashikala K JAssistant Professor
Srinidhi R Kulkarni
Srinidhi R KulkarniAssistant Professor
T Gururaj
T GururajAssistant Instructor
Mallikarjuna A P
Mallikarjuna A PPeon

Infrastructure

Laboratory MO Lab
Laboratory MO Lab
Laboratory IMA Lab
Laboratory IMA Lab
Laboratory HT Lab
Laboratory HT Lab
Laboratory CRE Lab
Laboratory CRE Lab
Laboratory TC Lab
Laboratory TC Lab
Laboratory Comp Lab
Laboratory Comp Lab
Laboratory PC Lab
Laboratory PC Lab
Laboratory R & D Lab
Laboratory R & D Lab
Laboratory MT Lab
Laboratory MT Lab
Classroom 4th Year
Classroom 4th Year
Classroom 3rd Year
Classroom 3rd Year
Classroom 2nd Year
Classroom 2nd Year
Classroom Library
Classroom Library

Placement

Placed per yearChemical Engineering · source: department record and BIET Training & Placement Cell
05101520PLACED2022 — 20261820225 LPA1220235 LPA1420245 LPA1620256 LPA1320266 LPA
In-campusOff-campus
Chemical Engineering placement record by year
YearCompaniesPlaced · In-campusPlaced · Off-campusTotalHighest package
20266310136 LPA
202512160166 LPA
2024786145 LPA
2023648125 LPA
20229414185 LPA

Events

Forum Inauguration (2026–27) and Kinetix '2K26
Ceremony9 Oct 2026

Forum Inauguration (2026–27) and Kinetix '2K26

CH · 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Distinguished alumni

Dr. Satakarni Makkapati

Dr. Satakarni Makkapati

President at CuraTeQ Biologics Pvt Ltd (an Aurobindo Pharma subsidiary)
Dr. VIKRAM KANMUKHLA

Dr. VIKRAM KANMUKHLA

VP – Innovation & Quality, Cupron Inc
Dr. Vikram Kanmukhla is responsible for integrating Cupron technology into polymers and interfacing with partner companies in product development. In this capacity, he oversees Cupron R&D lab and QAQC lab in the United States. His area of expertise is antimicrobial chemistry, material science including particle synthesis, surface functionalization and material characterization. Prior to joining Cupron, Dr. Kanmukhla worked in different industries including nanomaterials, paints & pigments, petroleum and agrochemical industries. Dr. Kanmukhla received his PhD in Chemical engineering from University of Missouri and bachelors of engineering in Chemical Engineering from Department of Chemical Engineering, B.I.E.T, Davanagere.
KSHITIJ BASAVARAJ

KSHITIJ BASAVARAJ

Director - Quality Assurance, R&D, PSK Pharma, Harihar
Mr. Kshitij Basavaraj is a proud Alumnus of department of chemical engineering, completed his graduation in Chemical Engineering in the year 2002. He secured 7th rank in the state and received ISTE Best Student Award during his graduation days. He joined as a Process Engineer, Technical Cell, in Grasim Industries Kumarapatnam. He was involved in Planning and Management of Projects and Energy Audits. He pursued his MBA, Operations & Manufacturing from Carnegie Mellon, Pittsburg, USA. Served as a Management Consultant Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton, London, UK. Presently working as Director, Quality Assurance, R&D at PSK Pharma, Harihar.
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Advisory board

Programme Advisory Committee 18

Academics, industry representatives, alumni, parents and students nominated to review the programme, as published by the department.

Name & designationRole
Dr. Aravinda H. B.Member
Prof. Y. VrushabhendrappaMember
Dr. C. M. KalleshappaMember
Dr. Anil Kumar C.PMember
Dr. Dinesh Y.NMember
Dr. Nirmala C.RMember
Dr. G. P DesaiMember
Dr. Praveen Kumar D GMember
Smt. Shashikala K J.Member
Mr. Amarnath P C.Member
Mr. KshitijBasavarajMember
Mr. Raghavendra KMember
Mr. Anil PatilMember
Mr. Ashoka N HMember
ParimalaMember
Shivakumar K GMember
Keerthana R YMember
Jessica PrakashMember

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