A video lecture series covering coordination chemistry, metalloproteins, metal ions in biology, and spectroscopy of metal complexes.

Comprehensive open-access textbook covering structure, reactivity, and synthesis of organic compounds.

Collection of multiple open-access organic chemistry textbooks, modules, and reference materials.

A complete repository of free inorganic chemistry textbooks, covering periodic trends, bonding, coordination chemistry, and solid-state chemistry.

A classic reference on the role of metal ions in biological systems, adapted into open educational format.

Postgraduate course covering atomic structure, periodic properties, bonding theories, coordination chemistry, and solid-state chemistry.

Complete NPTEL lecture series covering metal ions in biological systems, metalloproteins, and spectroscopy in bioinorganic chemistry.

Detailed introduction to the scope, importance, and basic principles of bioinorganic chemistry.

Covers reaction intermediates, reaction energy profiles, nucleophilic and electrophilic reactions, rearrangements, and stereoelectronic effects.

Explores chirality, optical activity, stereoisomers, conformational analysis, and stereoelectronic effects.

Comprehensive open textbook covering fundamentals, functional groups, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy.

Extensive library of open-access chapters on organic chemistry topics, including stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms.

Includes bonding theories, coordination chemistry, and solid-state chemistry relevant for understanding inorganic aspects of reaction mechanisms.

Detailed course material covering chirality, stereoisomers, conformational analysis, and stereoelectronic effects.

Instructor: Prof. Angshuman Roy Choudhury. Explores molecular symmetry, stereochemistry principles, crystallography basics, and their applications in chemistry.

Instructor: Prof. Amit Basak. Problem-solving focused course on stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and reactivity trends in organic compounds.

A comprehensive course covering thermodynamics and related physical chemistry topics. Offered through NPTEL by IIT Bombay—includes video lectures, slides, and notes for self-paced learning.

5.62 Physical Chemistry II (Spring 2008). MIT OCW's lecture notes provide detailed insights into topics such as chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and statistical thermodynamics—great for in-depth academic reference.

Chemistry 358 – Semester 2: Kinetics and Thermodynamics (PDF). These lecture notes by Prof. George C. McBane cover advanced physical chemistry concepts like thermodynamics and kinetic theory, especially focused on gases and collections of molecules.

Royal Society of Chemistry: Practical Demonstrations. A set of engaging practical video demonstrations that explore electrochemical cells—perfect for visual learners and lab preparation.

A concise lecture explaining the fundamentals of electrochemistry, types of electrochemical cells, electrode potentials, and corrosion mechanisms with practical examples.

Instructor: Dr. M. Qureshi, Department of Chemistry, IIT Guwahati. This course offers a foundational bridge for students transitioning from high school science backgrounds (10+2) to advanced materials chemistry—especially valuable for those entering engineering or research streams. It delves into the synthesis, properties, characterization, and technological applications of various materials, including nanomaterials.

Instructor: Prof. S. Sundar Manoharan, IIT Kanpur. A comprehensive undergraduate-level course exploring the structure, synthesis, properties, and diverse applications of materials chemistry. Taught by IIT Kanpur, this course delves into essential concepts in materials science—ideal for students studying solid-state chemistry, advanced materials, or nanomaterials.

This course by Prof. M. S. Balakrishna and Prof. Prasenjit Ghosh covers bonding, synthesis, structure, reactivity, and applications of organometallic compounds of main-group and transition metals, with emphasis on reaction mechanisms, catalysis, and characterization techniques.

Course Code: 104101079. Overview: This course introduces the core principles of organometallic chemistry, blending concepts from classical organic and inorganic chemistry. It emphasizes how metal–ligand complexes activate small molecules and explores stepwise reaction mechanisms, making it relevant for both academic and industrial learners. Instructor: Prof. D. Maiti, Department of Chemistry, IIT Bombay.

Course Code: 104108062. Overview: Developed at IISc Bangalore, this course covers structure, bonding, and reactivity of organometallic compounds—those featuring metal–carbon bonds. It addresses the unique bonding models and diverse reactions characteristic of this field, providing a rich theoretical foundation. Instructor: Prof. A. G. Samuelson.

Instructor: Dr. N. D. Pradeep Singh. This course provides an in-depth exploration of organic photochemistry and pericyclic reactions. It begins with photochemical fundamentals and proceeds to key reaction types like cycloadditions, electrocyclic reactions, sigmatropic rearrangements, and more, along with their synthetic applications.

Instructors: Prof. Sankararaman, IIT Madras. Scope: This postgraduate course offers a comprehensive exploration of pericyclic reactions (electrocyclic, cycloadditions, sigmatropic rearrangements, etc.) and organic photochemistry, including both thermal and photochemical reaction mechanisms, advanced reaction types, and synthetic applications.

Instructor: Prof. Debashis Ray. Covers fundamental and advanced analytical techniques including spectroscopy, thermal analysis, electrochemical methods, and bioanalytical tools, with applications in environmental, forensic, clinical, and material sciences.

Instructor: Prof. Jeetender Chugh. Designed for advanced undergraduates and early postgraduate chemistry students, this 12-week course develops a deep understanding of molecular symmetry and its applications via group theory. It covers: Symmetry elements and point groups, Matrix representations and character tables, Great orthogonality theorem and symmetry-adapted linear combinations, Applications in bonding theories, spectroscopy, Jahn–Teller effects, and molecular vibrations. Ideal for those aiming to connect symmetry with bonding, spectroscopy, and molecular orbital theory.

Instructor: Prof. Anindya Datta. Course Description: This NPTEL module, taught by Prof. Anindya Datta from IIT Bombay, covers foundational to advanced topics in Symmetry and Group Theory. Expect an in-depth exploration of molecular symmetry, point groups, representation theory, character tables, and their critical applications in chemical bonding, spectroscopy, and molecular vibrations.

Instructor: Prof. Achintya Kumar Dutta. Course Description: A 12-week advanced course designed for senior undergraduates through PhD students. It provides a balanced blend of theoretical foundations and practical training in computational chemistry. You'll learn how to simulate chemical properties of atoms, molecules, and clusters—primarily using the free, widely-used quantum chemistry software ORCA. The curriculum covers input preparation, running simulations, and interpreting results.

Institution: Aligarh Muslim University (via UGC MOOCs on SWAYAM). Description: A 12-week postgraduate course covering the fundamentals of quantum mechanics and its applications in chemistry, including classical mechanics limitations, black-body radiation, photoelectric effect, wave mechanics, Schrödinger equation solutions (particle-in-a-box, harmonic oscillator, rigid rotor, hydrogen atom), perturbation theory, and molecular orbital theory.

Instructor: Prof. K. L. Sebastian. Description: Introduces core quantum chemistry concepts such as wave-particle duality, standing waves, path integrals, and solving the Schrödinger equation for basic systems, forming a strong foundation for advanced study.

Instructor: Prof. T. L. Facile. Short Description: This advanced course introduces the fundamental theories and applications of molecular spectroscopy. It encompasses both electronic, vibrational, and rotational spectroscopy, covering principles of interaction between electromagnetic radiation and molecules, instrumental techniques, selection rules, and structure analysis. It's tailored for students and researchers seeking a deep understanding of spectral methods in chemistry, physics, and materials science.

Prof. Mangala Sunder Krishnan introduces fundamental concepts of quantum chemistry (Schrödinger equation, model systems, uncertainty principle) and molecular spectroscopy (radiation–matter interaction, vibrational spectra, Beer–Lambert law). Includes video lectures, notes, and assignments.

Instructor: Prof. T. Punniyamurthy, Department of Chemistry, IIT Guwahati. Short Description: This course provides an advanced understanding of organic synthesis strategies. It spans fundamental carbon–carbon and carbon–heteroatom bond-forming techniques and transitions into modern applications, including transition-metal-catalyzed synthesis and total synthesis of complex natural products.

Instructor: Prof. T. Punniyamurthy. Brief Description: A structured course focusing on key strategies and transformations in organic synthesis. It covers foundational and advanced techniques for constructing carbon–carbon and carbon–heteroatom bonds, strategic use of reagents, and possibly modern catalytic methods. The course is designed to enhance understanding of reaction mechanisms and planning in complex synthesis routes.

Instructors: Prof. Ashutosh Kumar & Prof. R. V. Hosur. Delivers a comprehensive 12-week curriculum exploring NMR fundamentals and multidimensional applications in chemistry and structural biology. Topics include nuclear spin dynamics, spectral analysis (chemical shifts, coupling, relaxation), Fourier transform NMR, NOE, density operator and product operator formalism, and advanced 2D techniques like COSY, TOCSY, ROESY, HSQC, and HETCOR NPTEL Online Courses+1.

Instructors: Prof. Edamana Prasad & Prof. Prathap Haridoss. An essential course designed for postgraduate and research-level students, introducing the fundamentals of conducting formal research. It equips learners with tools and frameworks for designing high-quality studies, analyzing data, writing reports, and addressing ethical considerations. Topics Covered Include: formulation of research questions, literature review, data modeling, experimental design, technical writing, intellectual property, and research ethics.

Instructor: Prof. Soumitro Banerjee (IISER Kolkata). A 12-week course covering philosophy of science, logic and reasoning, hypothesis formulation, measurement techniques, scientific communication, research ethics, and funding in natural sciences.

Instructor: Prof. S.K. Srivastava. A foundational postgraduate-level course that introduces the essential principles of drug design and discovery. Topics include drug–target interactions, enzyme inhibition, receptor pharmacology, structure–activity relationships, and modern therapeutic strategies, with real-world case studies to illustrate applications in pharmaceuticals and medicinal research.

Instructor: Prof. Amit Basak, Department of Chemistry, IIT Kharagpur. Short Description: This course delves into the pivotal roles of inorganic elements within biological systems. It covers: Structure and function of metalloproteins and metal ions in enzymes, Mechanisms in electron transfer, oxygen transport, and metalloenzyme catalysis, Application of bioinorganic models and spectroscopic techniques to understand metal-centered processes in living systems.

Instructor: Dr. Gurvinder Kaur Saini. Short Description: This foundational course offers a wide-ranging exploration of microbiology, spanning from bacterial cell structure to pathogen biology, microbial genetics, and applications in environment and health.

Instructors: Prof. Anjali Pal & Prof. Sudha Goel. Short Description: This 12-week NPTEL course blends essential principles of environmental chemistry with foundational microbiological concepts. It equips students with the knowledge to analyze and address environmental challenges through chemical equilibria, reaction kinetics, pollutant chemistry, microbial diversity, and biodegradation processes.

Instructor: Prof. Krishanu Biswas. A 12-week course that explores the fundamental links between the structure, surface characteristics, and unique properties of nanomaterials. Topics include nanostructures across scales, thermodynamics, surface and interface science, and a comprehensive examination of how nanoscale structure influences material behavior.

An open-access, postgraduate-level module covering structured content such as environmental concentration units, greenhouse effect, and pollution chemistry—especially useful for Earth systems and sustainability studies.

This 12-week online course explores chemical principles in environmental contexts—air, water, and soil chemistry—covering pollutant behavior, transport, treatment, and health impacts. Ideal for students in chemistry, environmental sciences, and related disciplines.

A multidisciplinary 12-week course integrating environmental chemistry principles (like acid-base equilibria, pollutant behavior, and reaction kinetics) with core microbiological concepts (such as microbial diversity, cell biology, metabolism, and bioremediation strategies).

Postgraduate-level syllabus presenting modules on atmospheric and aquatic chemistry, pollution, and critical environmental issues like climate change, biodiversity conservation, and regulatory frameworks. Targeted especially toward environmental science and policy disciplines.

A focused and in-depth 12-week course taught by Prof. T. Punniyamurthy. It explores essential strategies for building complex organic molecules, starting with traditional carbon–carbon and carbon–heteroatom bond-forming reactions. As the course progresses, it covers modern synthetic techniques, including organometallic-mediated catalysis and mechanisms leading to target molecules. The curriculum is enriched with insightful case studies on the total synthesis of intricate natural products.

Instructor: Prof. T. Punniyamurthy. Dive deep into organic synthesis through this intensive 12-week course tailored for graduate students. It covers carbon–carbon and carbon–heteroatom bond formation, radical processes, transition-metal catalysis, and strategic synthesis of complex natural products like reserpine and penicillin.

Instructors: Prof. B. S. Tomar & Prof. P. K. Mohapatra. Course Description: A structured postgraduate-level course exploring nuclear chemistry, radiochemistry, and their modern applications across science and technology.