Science laboratories have a paramount role in teaching and learning process of practical activities. Descriptive survey method was used to investigate the upshot of the Availability of Chemistry Laboratory Facilities and its Utilization in the Higher Secondary Schools of Guwahati City, Assam. The method of selection of the schools did not require any sampling technique, since, only 10 schools were provided with science stream out of 19. Questionnaire and science laboratory input checklist were used to gather data for the study. This study reveals shortage and ineffective use of science laboratories in the high secondary schools.

Keywords : Availability; Chemistry laboratory; utilization; facilities; shortage.