Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah
About IIEST Shibpur
IIEST Shibpur in Howrah, on the banks of the Hooghly, traces its history to 1856 (formerly Bengal Engineering College and later BESU) and is one of the oldest engineering institutions in India. It is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education.
B.Tech and B.Arch seats are filled through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling, and M.Tech through GATE. Fees are about INR 68,000 per semester; hostel and mess cost about INR 29,500 per semester.
- Established
- 1856
- Type
- Institute of National Importance
- Ownership
- Government
- Approved by
- Govt. of India
- Location
- Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal, India
- Address
- P.O. Botanic Garden, Shibpur, Howrah 711103
- Exams accepted
- JEE Main, GATE
- Streams
- Engineering, Architecture, Science
- Programs
- 12 programs
IIEST Shibpur courses & fees 2026
| Course | Duration | Fees | Eligibility | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Computer Science & Technology) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Information Technology) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Metallurgy & Materials Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Mining Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Arch | 5 years | ₹1.4 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main Paper 2 rank via JoSAA | |
| M.Tech | 2 years | ₹70,000/yr | B.Tech or B.E.; GATE score via CCMT | |
| PhD | 3-5 years | ₹70,000/yr | Master's degree; GATE or NET and interview |
Fees are indicative per-year figures and can change every session. Please confirm the latest fee structure with the college or a CollegeDream counsellor.
IIEST Shibpur admission 2026
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Step 1:
Check eligibility
Pass Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and meet the JEE Main eligibility criteria.
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Step 2:
Write JEE Main
Appear for JEE Main, conducted by NTA in two sessions every year.
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Step 3:
JoSAA / CSAB counselling
Register for counselling, fill your choices and track the seat allotment rounds.
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Step 4:
Document verification
Upload your mark sheets, category certificates and ID proof for verification.
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Step 5:
Report & pay fees
Accept your seat and pay the fee to confirm admission.
IIEST Shibpur placements
Top recruiters
Microsoft
Google
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Texas Instruments
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Goldman Sachs
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Atlassian
M
Media.net
W
Wells Fargo
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Synopsys
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Tata Steel
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Salesforce
Year-wise placement reports
Placement figures are indicative and based on recent placement seasons. Check the latest placement report with the college.
IIEST Shibpur campus & facilities
IIEST Shibpur: frequently asked questions
Admission to IIEST Shibpur is based on JEE Main and GATE, depending on the program. Check the eligibility for each course on this page, or request a call back and a CollegeDream counsellor will guide you through the process for free.
IIEST Shibpur offers B.Tech (Computer Science & Technology), B.Tech (Information Technology), B.Tech (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering), B.Tech (Electrical Engineering), B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering), B.Tech (Civil Engineering), B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering), B.Tech (Metallurgy & Materials Engineering), B.Tech (Mining Engineering), B.Arch, M.Tech and PhD.
The B.Tech (Computer Science & Technology) fee at IIEST Shibpur is about ₹1.4 L per year. Fees can change every session, so confirm the latest fee structure before you apply.
The average package at IIEST Shibpur is around ₹9.81 LPA. Top recruiters include Microsoft, Google, Texas Instruments and Goldman Sachs.
Yes. IIEST Shibpur offers hostel accommodation, along with facilities such as library, wi-fi campus and labs.