About the Department:
The Department of Physics was founded in 1962 under the leadership of Dr. D.S. Supe and has since evolved into one of the best-equipped centers for undergraduate studies in this region. The department’s primary objective is to foster a deep appreciation for the subject among students and ignite their curiosity regarding the social and economic impacts of Physics in society. The department has four distinct laboratories, including a dark room equipped with over 100 experimental setups, providing students with ample opportunities for hands-on learning and research and advanced instrumentation facilities like X-ray diffraction, Digital Ultrasonic Pulse Echo Velocity Meter, G.M. Counter & Impedance analyzer. Every year it caters for around 300 UG students for regular curricular and co-curricular activities.
Vision Mission and Goals :
Vision
- Uncovering the secrets of the physical world through research, education and innovation.
Mission
- Building a brighter future through the study of physics and its applications.
- Advancing our understanding of the universe through physics and education.
Goals
- Imparting the role of technology in society as well as to the important policy issues.
- Develop ability in young minds to justify and explain specific approaches to solving problems.
- Where theory meets practice: preparing students for careers in physics and beyond
Highlights of the Department:
- Qualified and experienced faculty
- Well-equipped and spacious laboratories with over 100 experimental setups.
- Availability of computer and internet facilities for research and study purposes.
- Provision of a separate departmental library for academic resources.
- Organization of the guest lectures of eminent scientists/academicians.
- Providing exposures in organizing and participation in state-level and national-level events.
- Implementation of online digital teaching methodologies, including online video classes, YouTube lectures by faculty members, e-contents, Google Classrooms, Moodle, etc.
- Guidance and support for students to actively participate in various intercollegiate competitions like quizzes, seminars, and more.
- Guidance center for physics competitive exams for higher studies viz. JAM, JEST etc.
- Facilitation of student internship programs in nationally recognized institutes or departments.
- Active Astronomy Club. Night sky watching activities through Astro Club.
- Linkage for student Internship program with recognized national research institutes.
- Certificate course in nanoscience and nanotechnology , Astronomy and Indian Space Program & Arduino and Sensor Integration.
- Hands-on training opportunities with advanced instruments like X-ray diffractometer (XRD), G.M. Counter, Digital Ultrasonic Pulse Echo Velocity Meter, Hall Effect Apparatus, Magnetic Susceptibility apparatus, Four probe Apparatus, Dielectric Constant and Curie Temperature apparatus, Dual Trace C.R.O, digital polarimeter, Fabry-Perot Interferometer, B-H loop tracer, LCR Meter, and many more.
- Teachers’ and Students’ participation in different extension activities like CWSS, PEC, NSS, NCC, etc.
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Academic Programs:
| Programs | Intake Capacity | Pattern/ Scheme |
| Master of Science in Physics | 22 | Semester pattern CBCS |
| B. Sc. Degree with Physics (MAJOR), B. Sc. Degree with Physics (MINOR) | 80 per Year | Semester pattern CBCS |
| Certificate Course in Astronomy and Indian Space Science | 25 | 30 Hours |
| Certificate Course in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Nanosense) | 15 | 30 Hours |
| Certificate Course in Arduino and Sensor Integration | 20 | 30 Hours |
Faculty Details:
External Members
- Prof. Rupesh S Gedam, Professor, Department of Physics, VNIT, Nagpur.
- Prof. Sandeep A Waghuley, Professor, Department of Physics, SGB Amravati University, Amravati.
- Prof. Umesh A Palikundwar, Professor, Department of Physics, RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur.
- Dr. U.D. Gulhane, Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, B.D. College of Engineering, Sewagram, Wardha.
- Dr. Ashish A. Nimbekar, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Fergusson College, Pune.
Minor Research Projects:
i) Study of attenuation of high frequency acoustic waves in pure semiconductors using elastic constants. (Grant:85000) (SEP 2010- SEP 2012) ( completed)
UGC File No: 47-1350/10 (WRO) Date: 22 Sep 2010
ii) Mathematical modeling for thermoelastic behaviour of different solid body structures subjected to heating . (Grant:-1.5 Lacs)(May 2014-May 2016)
UGC File No: 47-757/13 (WRO) Date: 21 May 2014
List of Equipment available in the department:
| X-ray diffractometer (XRD) |
| 8-inch Reflecting Telescope (Dopson Mount) (Fabricated by Students) |
| 5-inch Reflecting Telescope (Dopson Mount) (Fabricated by Students) |
| 3-inch Refracting Telescope (Equatorial Mount) |
| 3-inch Refracting Telescope (Fabricated by Students) |
| G.M. Counter |
| e/m. Helical Method Besto 2030 |
| Digital Ultrasonic Pulse Echo Velocity Meter |
| Hall Effect Apparatus |
| Four probe Apparatus |
| Magnetic Susceptibility apparatus |
| Dielectric Constant and Curie Temperature apparatus |
| Dual Trace C. R. O |
| e/m Thomson Method Cat. No. 2028 |
| Digital polarimeter |
| Fabry-Perot Interferometer |
| B-H loop tracer |
| LCR Meter |
| Digital Storage Oscilloscope |
| He-Ne LASER |
| Hot Plate and Magnetic stirrer |
Library facilities: Department has the library facility for staffs and students with a wide range of books on various topics in physics. Presently it has 334 books.
Teaching Learning Practices:
Academic sessions are delivered through various practices:
- Interactive Lectures
- Laboratory Sessions
- Project-Based Learning
- Flipped Classroom Approach
- Online Tools/Websites
- Peer Learning
- Mentoring
- Case Studies
Continuous Internal Evaluation is done through the following practices:
- Unit tests
- Quiz and Tutorials
- Seminars
- Home assignments
- Case Studies
- Project work
- Group Activities
- On Job Training (OJT)
Digital Learning Practices:
- Use of LMS like Moodle and Google classroom for e-content, quiz and notices for all grades Teaching through Simulations and Virtual Labs specially Phet simulations
- Interactive Multimedia Presentations
- Online Discussion Forums through zoom, google meet etc.
- Feedbacks through google forms
- Separate departmental google site for e contents
- Dedicated website for Astro Club
BEST PRACTICES:
Hands on Learning and Fabrication of sophisticated instruments and experiments
| 8-inch Reflecting Telescope (Dopson Mount) (Fabricated by Students) |
| 5-inch Reflecting Telescope (Dopson Mount) (Fabricated by Students) |
| 3-inch Refracting Telescope (Fabricated by Students) |
Project In-charges: Dr. S. R. Tiple and Dr. S.H. Bagade
 Regulated Power Supply from Dumped Function Generator by students |  Low-cost Experimental Boards for Practical Made by Students |
Project Incharges: Dr. S.H. Bagade, Dr. M.M. Yerpude, Dr. S.R. Tiple
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SYLLABUS UNDER NEP 2020
The syllabus has been upgraded and aligned with the guidelines of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020). It covers fundamental areas of physics such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, thermodynamics and statistical physics, quantum mechanics, relativity, nuclear physics, nanoscience, solid-state physics, and solid-state electronics. In addition to the core subjects, students also engage in vocational skill courses (VSC) and skill enhancement courses (SES) as part of the curriculum. These courses aim to facilitate hands-on learning experiences, foster logical thinking, nurture creativity and innovation skills among students, and prepare them to bridge the gap between science, technology, and industries.
The post graduate course in physics is being started from the session 2025-26. The syllabus for M. Sc. Physics is meticulously planned and developed in accordance with NEP 2020. The syllabus aims to promote comprehensive understanding of the subject through specialized core subjects like quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, electronics, mathematical physics, and elective courses like astronomy and astrophysics, energy devices, experimental techniques, material science, nano science and nanotechnology. Well-developed research and instrumentation facilities and on job training (OJT) will add value to the learning experience and over all skill development of students.
Infrastructure and Facilities:
The department has two separate laboratories for UG students with a workshop and research laboratory. Dimensions of the different facilities are as follows:
| S.N. | Place |
Length (Feet) |
Width (Feet) | Total Area (Sq. Feet) |
| 1 | Store Room | 22.30 | 9.00 | 200.70 |
| 2 | Lab. II (B.Sc. III) | 48.80 | 28.70 | 1400.56 |
| 3 | Dark Room | 22.30 | 18.10 | 403.63 |
| 4 | Lab. I (B.Sc. I, II) | 55.00 | 28.70 | 1578.50 |
| 5 | Workshop & Instrument | 31.10 | 19.70 | 612.67 |
| 6 | Staff Room (Teaching) | 28.90 | 19.70 | 569.33 |
| 7 | Porch | 128.90 | 8.10 | 1044.09 |
| 8 | Porch | 13.50 | 11.00 | 148.50 |
| 9 | Research Lab. | 28.80 | 19.70 | 567.36 |
Astro Club:
The Astro Club is an interdisciplinary hobby club started in 2017. It takes care of sky observations, regular events from the world of astronomy. It has a separate students’ cell that used to conduct regular seminars, workshops, guest lecturers etc. Students also conduct some skill-oriented workshops to fabricate telescopes under the expert guidance.
Faculty In-charge: Dr. Sudhir Tiple
Details of student achievements (academic, research, co-curricular, etc.)
Placement record of the department in last six years:
- Mr. Kartik Gokhe placed at ARIES, Nainital for M. Tech, PhD Program
| Name of the Student (Complete Name) | Graduation Completion Year | Group | Present Status | Name of the Employer and designation (if employed) |
| Payal Nivruttee Titare | 2017-18 | PEM | Employed | Electronics Engineer |
| Sanket Sunil Urkande | 2017-18 | PEM | Employed | Brose India Automotive System Pvt. Ltd. |
| Amruta Nandlal Yadao | 2017-18 | PCM | Employed | Asst. Prof., Bajaj Institute of Technology, Wardha |
| Manisha s. Timande | 2017-18 | PEM | Employed | Assistant Teacher |
| Ashwin Sanjay Deotare | 2018-19 | PCM | Employed | Teleperformance (Data analyst) |
| Mangesh Umeshrao Ingole | 2018-19 | PCM | Employed | Teeperformance (Data analyst) |
| Rajeshree Petkar | 2018-19 | PCM | Employed | Alphonso School |
| Dipanwita Mitra | 2018-19 | PEM | Employed | HCL |
| Aboli V. Deshmukh | 2018-19 | PCsM | Employed | Infosys ltd |
| Wasim Ayub Sheikh | 2019-20 | PEM | Employed | Yethi Consulting Pvt Ltd, Banglore |
| Radha Vinchurkar | 2019-20 | PCsM | Employed | Tata Consultancy Services |
| Samiksha Tamboli | 2019-20 | PCsM | Employed | Software Engineer |
| Aniket Talewar | 2019-20 | PCM | Employed | SAP Consultant |
| Ashwini Gajanan Nasare | 2019-20 | PCM | Employed | Bajaj Science Center |
| Kirti Arunkumar Mishra | 2019-20 | PEM | Employed | TCS |
| Purva Marwadkar | 2020-21 | PCsM | Employed | Tata Consultancy Services |
| Rushikesh Marotrao Sawarkar | 2020-21 | PEM | Employed | TATA Consultancy services |
| Sourav Bhaskar Sarkar | 2020-21 | PCsM | Employed | State Bank of India ( SBI ) |
| Abhilasha Rajesh Bhumbar | 2020-21 | PCM | Employed | Infosys limited |
| Alok Arunkumar Mishra | 2020-21 | PCsM | Employed | Infosys Limited |
| Leha Madhukar Sorambe | 2021-22 | PCsM | Employed | TCS |
| Prachi Rajendra Joshi | 2019-20 | PCM | Employed | Asst. Prof. Datta Meghe Institute of higher education and research. |
Internships
Students’ Achievements:
- Mr. Ashwin Deotare
2018-2019
University Silver Medal in Physics in
(107th RTMNU Convocation on 18th January 2020)
- Miss. Urvi Gupta
2019-20
Gold Medal in Physics (1st Convocation of the institute on 19th Nov 2022)
- Mrunal Gandole
2020-21
Gold Medal in Physics (1st Convocation of the institute on 19th Nov 2022)
- Miss. Monal Nanore
2022-23
(Physics Topper) (2nd Convocation of the institute on 6th Jan 2024)
- Miss. Disha Sojrani
2023-24
Gold Medal in Physics (3rd Convocation of the institute on 28th Dec 2024)
Research and Consultancy:
Consultancy services for X-ray diffraction techniques are provided through the central instrumentation center (CIC).
Facility Co-ordinators: Dr. M.M. Yerpude
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Departmental Activities (Session 2023-24 onwards)
| Date | Activity | Outcome |
| 26-Jul-2023 |
Seminar on “ASTRONOMY: SCOPE AND OPPORTUNITIES IN INDIA” | A seminar on “Astronomy: Scope and Opportunities in India” was organized by Astro Club, Department of Physics, Bajaj College of Science, Wardha on 26th July, 2023. The alumnae of our college and Ex-President of Astro club Mr. Kartik Gokhe, M. Tech, PhD Fellow ARIES, Nainital delivered the seminar for students of Astro club. |
| 05-Aug-2023 | Guest Session on “Fun with Physics” | Guest Session on “Fun with Physics” by Shri Krishnendu Chakrabartty, Educationist and Physics Trainer, Kolkata. Students were exposed to and could learn various Physics concepts, Principles and Phenomenon through simple experiments using locally available / household materials |
| 12-Aug-2023 | “Incubation Opportunities for Teachers and Faculties: Early-Stage Entrepreneurs” |
On 12th August 2023, a seminar on “Incubation Opportunities for
Teachers and Faculties: Early-Stage Entrepreneurs” was held at Gandhi
Memorial Hall, Bajaj College of Science, Wardha. The seminar was aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students of the college who were interested in entrepreneurship. The keynote speaker for the event was Mr. Arvind Bharadwaj, CTO of Mini Mines, Bengaluru. |
| 26-Aug-2023 |
Seminar on “Start-up for Budding Entrepreneur” | A seminar on “Start-up for Budding Entrepreneur” on the occasion of World Entrepreneurship Day was jointly organized by Institution Innovation Council (IIC) and Department of Physics of the Bajaj College of Science, Wardha on 26th August, 2023. The in-house speaker Dr. Sudhir R. Tiple, Assistant Professor, Bajaj College of Science, Wardha delivered the lecture for undergraduate students. |
| 12-Sep-2023 | Innervate 23: Beneficial Effects of Radiation Technology and Indian Nuclear Energy Programme | One day national Was organised by Department of physics, BCS, Wardha in association with IAPT. The Three resource person from Indian Association Radiation Protection Dr. S. Murali, Dr. V. Natarajan, Shri. S. Patil enlightened the participants. |
| 05-Oct-2023 | Essay Competition by Astro Club | Students expressed their views on a topic and improve writing skills |
| 16-Oct-2023 |
Seminar on “MY Story: Motivational Session by Successful Entrepreneur” |
MY Story: Motivational Session by Successful Entrepreneur was jointly
organized by Institution Innovation Council (IIC) and Department of Physics
of the Bajaj College of Science, Wardha on 16thOctober, 2023. The dynamic
entrepreneur Mr. Abhishek S. Acharya, Director, Dizviz Production, Nagpur delivered the lecture for undergraduate and postgraduate students. |
| 16-Dec-2023 | Participation in the University/District level Avishkar Competition | Roshan Fukat from the Department of Physics, Participated in the University/District level Avishkar Competition held at Shri Shivaji Science College Nagpur. He got selected for the state level Avishkar competition. Students develop innovative thinking, Develop an ability to convert his ideas into prototypes and Models. Develop essentials for startup and entrepreneurship. |
| 28-Jan-2024 | National Photo Essay Competition in Physics | National Photo Essay Competition in Physics (NPECP), organized by Bajaj College of Science in collaboration with Sub Regional Council 08E Vidarbha region of Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT). The event served as a platform for undergraduate and postgraduate students from 16 different universities across the country to showcase their creativity, scientific knowledge, and artistic skills through captivating photo essays. Over 50 submissions were received, out of which 37 participants were selected for evaluation based on the competition’s rules and regulations. The competition, held in conjunction with National Science Day, aimed to celebrate the fusion of art and science and provide recognition to talented students in the field of physics. The event witnessed a virtual gathering where the top 10 photo essays were unveiled, and winners were announced on 24th March 2024. |
| 24-Feb-2024 |
VUPTA SEMINAR 2024 Government Science College, Gadchiroli |
In total 5 students and 1 faculty are participating in the event. Out
of them two students won the following Prizes in three different category. Poster competition: Mr.Roshan Fukat (sem-6) 2nd prize Seminar Competition: Miss. Mitaly Daware (Sem 4) 3rd prize Elocution Competition: Mr.Roshan Fukat (sem-6) 2nd prize |
| 28-Feb-2024 | Quiz Competition |
On the occasion of National Science Day 2024, Shiksha Mandal’s Bajaj
College of Science, Wardha (Autonomous) organized an Online Quiz Competition
on the theme “Effect of Science on Human Life.” The event took
place on 28th February 2024 at 11 a.m. and was conducted virtually through
Quilgo software. Dr. S.H. Bagade, Head of Department of Physics was the
mentor of this event. A total of 117 students registered for the event out of which 100 students enthusiastically participated in the online quiz competition. The competition was keenly contested, showcasing the students’ knowledge and understanding of the impact of science on human life. After a competitive round of quizzing, four top-performing students were recognized for their exceptional knowledge and awarded with book prizes as a token of appreciation. |
| 28-Feb-2024 | Workshop on Science behing Musical Instruments | The workshop on the science behind musical instruments provided a fascinating exploration of the physical principles that underpin the creation of music. Participants were immersed in the world of acoustics, vibration, and resonance, gaining a deeper understanding of how different instruments produce sound. Through engaging demonstrations and interactive sessions, attendees had the opportunity to experience firsthand the scientific concepts at play in the realm of music, fostering a newfound appreciation for the intricate relationship between science and art. |
| 14-Mar-2024 | Workshop on “Entrepreneurship and Innovation as career opportunities” | On 14th March 2024, a workshop on Entrepreneurship and innovation as career oportunities was hel at Bajaj college of science, Wardha for the students of PG departments. Mr. Lalji Kannoujiya from IFAS Academy, Pune had invited for the workshop. The workshop was aimed to give insite of entrepreneurship and innovation as career. |
| January 2024 to April 2024 | Telescope Fabrication Workshop | Students of Astro Club, BCS Wardha fabricated 5 inch reflecting telescope. |
| 26-Jul-2024 | Guest Session on “Early Stage Entreprenuership” | Guest Session on “Early Stage Entreprenuership” by Mr. Rupesh Ramgade, Center Coordinator, IBFC, Wardha. Students were given information about Entreprenuership, how to develop a startup and where tosecure the funds acdcapital for it. |
| 09-Aug-2024 | Mobile Science Exhibition by Nehru Science center | 1. Students got an opportunity to witness experiments based on concepts in Physics and other phenomenon which enriched their understanding of the subject 2. Some students volunteered to explain the experiments which developed their confidence,management and leadership skills. |
| 27-Aug-2024 | “Innovative / Start up Idea Competition” | “Innovative / Start up Idea Competition” organised by Department of Physics in association with IIC. 1. Students were given information about innovation/startup. 2. Students prepared some Models, Apps displayed and explained it to the audience. 3. Activity was helpful to develop curiosity, innovative thinking and entreprenuership skill among the students. |
| 29-30 Nov 2024 | INNERVATE-2024 | A Two Day Workshop on the topic”Digitizing Science Experiments Using EXPEYES and Advanced Tools” inassociation with the National Academy of Sciences in India (NASI), Nagpur Chapter. Upgrading the soft skills related to science experiments was the main motive Behind this event. |
| 27-Dec-2024 | Students Participation in Aavishkar -2024 University Level Competition | Students Participation in Aavishkar -2024 University Level Competition at G H Raisoni Engineering College ,Nagpur Mr. Purvanshu Bokade from BSc- Sem-IV from Physics Department participated in the event. Purvanshu Bokade from Sem-IV won the Second Prize for his model “Development of Low Cost SDR based Radio Telescope” He will represent the College and the RTM Nagpur University at the State Level AAAVISHKAR Competition to be held at BATU,Loner |
| 10-16 Jan 2025 | Students Participation in Aavishkar -2025 Maharashtra State Level Competition | Students Participation in Aavishkar -2025 Maharashtra State Level Competition at BATU, Lonere, Ratnagiri District. Mr. Purvanshu Bokade from BSc- Sem-IV from Physics Department participated in the event. Purvanshu Bokade from Sem-IV won the Second Prize for his model “Development of Low Cost SDR based Radio Telescope” He will represent the College and the RTM Nagpur University at the State Level AAAVISHKAR Competition to be held at BATU, Lonere |
| 21-Jan-2025 | Educational Tour visit to Astroclub | Educational Tour visit to Astro Club by Lokmanya Tilak Mahavidyalaya wani. Students from other college were informed about the activities of Astro Club. |
| 27-Feb-2025 | National Science Day Celebrations-2025 Science Quiz Competition | Celebrating National Science Day. Activity to access the Science Knowledge and awareness among the students |
| 28-Feb-2025 | National Science Day Celebrations-2025 Seminar on “Opportunities for Physical Sciences” | Seminar on “Opportunities for Physical Sciences” by Prof. Ujwal D Gulhane, Head and Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering , B D College Sewargram. Providing information and creating awareness about the variuos opportunities available to Physical Science graduates in industrial sector, innovations and entreprenuership |
