Department of chemistry was introduced in the year 1982. Later, in view of the growing importance of science and its application in various walks of life. The sangha introduced Science branch in the year 1992. The department of Chemistry was established with initial strength of 26 students in B.Sc.Part-I. Prof A.R.Jigajinni joined the department as a first lecturer. As the strength increases, to co-up with the workload Prof.Smt.S.H.Bidari was appointed later on Prof. S.G. Nyamagoudar, Prof.N.P.Hebbare Prof N.R.Naik, Prof.S.C.Badami Prof. M.U.Javalagaddi have also served in the department. At present Prof. S.M.Sangannavar(H.O.D), Prof.R.B.Goudar, Prof. G.P.Kotur, Prof. S.B.Byali are serving as a lecturer.