Established in 1963 in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala (R. J.) College is a premier educational institution. Over the decades, it has expanded remarkably in both quality of education and academic expertise, earning a reputation as an academic powerhouse. Today, it stands as a byword for excellence. Thousands of our alumni have walked through these portals to secure prominent leadership and research positions across government, private, and scientific sectors.
The Chemistry Department, guided by the vision of the Hindi Vidya Prachar Samiti and led by Mr. Mandar Medhi, is a cornerstone of the college. Our department is supported by 15 dedicated teaching faculty members and an equal number of non-teaching staff, catering to a diverse body of over 800 students ranging from the F.Y.B.Sc. level to the Ph.D. program.
Our DBT Star Department Status & Infrastructure
A proud hallmark of our institutional excellence is our recognition as a DBT Star Department. Our journey with the Department of Biotechnology (Govt. of India) began in 2014 when we were selected under the foundational DBT Star College Scheme. Following five years of successful grant implementation and a demonstration of exceptional academic outcomes, our core science departments were officially elevated to the elite "Star Status" in 2019.
This prestigious distinction is a testament to the relentless efforts and dedication of our outstanding faculty, support staff, and management. The Star status recognizes departments that demonstrate exceptional academic delivery and empowers them to further elevate undergraduate science education through enhanced practical training and research facilities. Consequently, the college boasts state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with the latest instrumentation, including Electrochemical Measurement Systems, Spectrophotometers, Colorimeters, and HPLC systems, ensuring an unparalleled hands-on learning environment.
Academic Excellence & Opportunities
Our academic outcomes consistently surpass the overall averages of the University of Mumbai at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. We take pride in grooming our students rigorously in theoretical concepts and practical applications, thereby opening greater avenues for career placements and advanced research opportunities. We provide a state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to impart comprehensive and cutting-edge knowledge of the chemical sciences.
This webpage has been designed to connect with a wider student community. Whether a student is seeking foundational support or meritorious advancement, we believe every individual harbors the seed for immense growth under our expert guidance and governance.
We believe in the principle of “Think Global and Act Local.” Our objective is to apply global advancements in chemistry and allied research to local challenges, contributing to our country's continued development as an advanced nation in science and technology.
Your past is your experience,
Your present is your experiment,
Your future is your expectation.
Use your experience, here, in your experiment to achieve your expectation!