The Physics Laboratory plays a vital role in strengthening conceptual understanding through hands-on experimental learning. It is designed to support undergraduate and postgraduate programmes by providing practical exposure to fundamental and advanced physics experiments. The laboratory encourages scientific thinking, accuracy in observation, and the application of theoretical principles.
Number of Experiments
The Physics Laboratory offers a well-structured set of experiments aligned with the university syllabus.
Undergraduate Programme (B.Sc. Physics): 25–30 experiments covering:
Mechanics
Properties of Matter

Heat and Thermodynamics
Optics
Electricity and Magnetism
Electronics
Laboratory Facilities
The Physics Laboratory is well equipped with modern instruments and sufficient workspace to accommodate students comfortably.
Major Facilities Include
Separate laboratory spaces for General Physics and Electronics
Adequate working tables with power supply points
Proper ventilation and lighting
Uninterrupted power supply for sensitive instruments
Safety equipment and first-aid facilities
Storage racks for instruments and accessories
Laboratory Infrastructure and Equipment
The laboratory infrastructure is periodically upgraded to meet academic and research needs.
Key Instruments Available
Spectrometers and optical benches
Travelling microscope and vernier setup
Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (CRO)
Digital and analog multimeters
Function generators and regulated power supplies
Galvanometers, potentiometers, and resistors
Semiconductor devices and electronic kits
Lasers and diffraction apparatus
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