Complete guide to IIEST Shibpur — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur), established in 1856, is one of the oldest technical institutes in Asia and India's third-oldest engineering college — after IIT Roorkee (1847) and IIT Mumbai (1858). Designated an Institute of National Importance and consistently ranked in NIRF's top 50 engineering institutions, it is a centrally funded GFTI admitting students through JEE Main via JoSAA counselling.
IIEST Shibpur offers B.Tech programmes across 14 engineering disciplines — one of the broadest portfolios among all GFTIs — including Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Architecture, Mining, Metallurgy, Aerospace, Applied Electronics, and Print & Packaging Technology. This breadth, combined with its 168-year heritage, gives IIEST Shibpur an unmatched combination of antiquity and programme diversity.
IIEST Shibpur's Institute of National Importance status — shared with IITs, NITs, and SPAs — comes with NIT-equivalent fee structures, all central government scholarship benefits, and a powerful brand recognition in East India and nationally. The institute's 168-year alumni network spans generations of India's most distinguished engineers, architects, and scientists.
The Training & Placement Cell achieves outcomes comparable to top-tier NITs — average CTC of ₹11.8 LPA in 2023–24 with top offers exceeding ₹42 LPA from global technology companies. Kolkata's IT corridor, Howrah's manufacturing base, and the institute's proximity to IIT Kharagpur (~120 km) and the broader Bengal engineering ecosystem create a rich placement environment.
The 85-acre campus in Shibpur, Howrah is a heritage marvel — with 19th-century Gothic and Colonial-era buildings, ancient banyan trees, and the ambience of India's oldest surviving engineering institution. Just minutes from Howrah Bridge and central Kolkata, it offers students both colonial grandeur and full urban access to one of India's most culturally rich megacities.
IIEST Shibpur holds strong positions in both national and international rankings. Below is a comprehensive overview of all major rankings for 2024–2025.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 26–50 |
| NIRF | Overall | 51–75 |
| Outlook | Engineering | #28 |
| The Week | Engineering | #25 |
| India Today | Engineering | #30 |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS Asia | University Rankings | 301–350 |
| QS World | University Rankings | Not ranked |
| Times Higher Education | Asia | Not ranked |
| SCImago | Institutions | Emerging |
| Webometrics | India | #80+ |
IIEST Shibpur offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 14 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Technology | YES | YES | YES |
| Information Technology | YES | — | YES |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Electrical Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Mechanical Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Civil Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Architecture, Town & Regional Planning | YES | YES | YES |
| Mining Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Metallurgy & Materials Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Aerospace Engineering & Applied Mechanics | YES | YES | YES |
| Applied Electronics & Instrumentation | YES | — | YES |
| Chemical Engineering | — | YES | YES |
| Print & Packaging Technology | YES | — | — |
| Construction Engineering | — | YES | YES |
The fee structure at IIEST Shibpur is government-regulated. Below is a detailed breakdown for B.Tech students for 2025–26. All amounts are approximate and subject to revision.
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (2025–26) | ₹45,000 |
| Examination Fee | ₹2,000 |
| Registration / Enrolment Fee | ₹3,000 |
| Gymkhana / Sports Fee | ₹1,500 |
| Medical Fee | ₹1,000 |
| Hostel Rent (per semester) | ₹6,000 |
| Mess Charges (approx., per semester) | ₹15,000 |
| Miscellaneous / Development Fee | ₹3,500 |
| Total per Year (approx.) | ₹55,000 |
| Total 4-Year B.Tech (approx.) | ₹2,20,000 |
SC/ST students are fully exempt from tuition fees as per Institute of National Importance norms.
Students with family income below ₹1 lakh per annum are exempt from tuition fees.
Students with family income between ₹1L–₹5L per annum receive a two-thirds tuition fee waiver.
MCM Scholarships by the Government of India are available for meritorious students with demonstrated financial need.
M.Tech: ~₹18,000–20,000 per semester tuition. GATE-qualified students receive HTRA stipend of ₹12,400/month as Teaching Assistants.
PhD: Minimal or no tuition fees. Monthly fellowships range from ₹31,000–₹58,000/month under JRF/SRF schemes.
The table below shows the official Round 6 JoSAA 2025 closing ranks for IIEST Shibpur B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Technology | 12,000 | 5,000 | 2,500 | 1,000 |
| Information Technology | 15,000 | 6,200 | 3,100 | 1,240 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 19,000 | 8,000 | 4,000 | 1,600 |
| Aerospace Engineering | 24,000 | 10,000 | 5,000 | 2,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 32,000 | 13,400 | 6,700 | 2,680 |
| CST (Home State — West Bengal) | 15,500 | 6,500 | 3,250 | 1,300 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| IT / Software | 560 | ₹12.5L |
| Core Engineering / Manufacturing | 220 | ₹9.0L |
| Analytics / Data Science | 140 | ₹13.5L |
| Finance / BFSI | 110 | ₹12.0L |
| Consulting | 80 | ₹13.0L |
| Aerospace / Defence | 50 | ₹10.5L |
| Public Sector / PSU | 60 | ₹9.5L |
| Research / Higher Studies | 80 | N/A |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Technology | ₹15.0L | 95% |
| Information Technology | ₹14.0L | 93% |
| Electronics & Telecom | ₹12.5L | 89% |
| Aerospace Engineering | ₹11.0L | 86% |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₹10.0L | 85% |
| Metallurgy & Materials | ₹10.5L | 86% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹11.8L | ₹42L | 140 |
| 2022–23 | ₹10.8L | ₹38L | 125 |
| 2021–22 | ₹9.6L | ₹32L | 108 |
| 2020–21 | ₹8.3L | ₹26L | 90 |
| 2019–20 | ₹7.2L | ₹20L | 75 |
IIEST Shibpur's 85-acre campus in Shibpur, Howrah is a living heritage site — with 19th-century Gothic and Colonial-era buildings, the iconic clocktower, ancient banyan trees, and a sense of history unmatched by any other engineering campus in India. Just minutes from Howrah Bridge, it is embedded in the heart of West Bengal's cultural and industrial heartland.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. IIEST Shibpur has 10 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Boys Hostel A (Heritage Block) | Boys | 300+ |
| 02 | Boys Hostel B | Boys | 280+ |
| 03 | Boys Hostel C | Boys | 260+ |
| 04 | Boys Hostel D | Boys | 240+ |
| 05 | Boys Hostel E | Boys | 220+ |
| 06 | Boys Hostel F | Boys | 200+ |
| 07 | Boys Hostel G | Boys | 180+ |
| 08 | Girls Hostel A | Girls | 280+ |
| 09 | Girls Hostel B | Girls | 240+ |
| 10 | Girls Hostel C | Girls | 200+ |
IIEST Shibpur is a research-active Institute of National Importance with strengths in AI, aerospace, materials science, mining, and construction engineering. Funded by DST, SERB, DRDO, ISRO, DBT, and industry partners, its research legacy of 168 years continues to generate nationally significant outputs.
IIEST Shibpur's Innovation & Entrepreneurship Cell connects students with Kolkata's growing startup ecosystem — home to companies like Freshworks, Byju's, and a growing fintech and deeptech cluster — as well as West Bengal government's startup initiatives and IIT Kharagpur's nearby incubation ecosystem.
IIEST's 168-year alumni network — spanning generations of Bengal's engineers — provides current students with exceptional mentorship and funding access across India's oldest and most established industrial and commercial networks, particularly in infrastructure, manufacturing, and public sector domains.
IIEST Shibpur provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| MCM Scholarship (MHRD) | Family income < ₹4.5 LPA; merit-based | ₹1,000/month + full tuition waiver |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (Income < ₹1L) | Family income below ₹1 LPA | 100% tuition fee waiver |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (Income ₹1L–₹5L) | Family income between ₹1L–₹5L | Two-thirds tuition fee waiver |
| SC/ST Fee Exemption | SC/ST students (all income levels) | Full tuition fee exemption |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Minority / OBC / SC/ST students with income < ₹2.5L | Up to ₹50,000/year |
| INSPIRE Scholarship (DST) | Top 1% in Class 12 pursuing science programmes | ₹80,000/year |
| West Bengal State Scholarship | WB domicile students with merit | ₹10,000–₹35,000/year |
| Institute Merit Scholarship | Top 10% of each B.Tech batch (semester-wise) | Full tuition fee waiver for that semester |
| AICTE Pragati / Saksham Scholarship | Girls (Pragati) / PwD students (Saksham) with family income < ₹8L | ₹30,000/year + ₹2,000/month |
| IIEST Alumni Scholarship | Students with financial need, nominated by department | ₹15,000–₹40,000/year |
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur
Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal – 711103
India
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