Shibpur Scholarships from IIEST

Numerous UG and PG scholarships are available from IIEST Shibpur, as well as financial assistantships for Ph.D. candidates. Students whose families' yearly income is less than INR 5 LPA are eligible for tuition fee waivers from the university. Candidates may also apply for the scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal. For those interested in science and technology internships, IIEST also offers DAAD scholarships.

IIEST Resources

  • On the IIEST campus, there are a total of 18 hostels. For female students and scholars only, three distinct hostels are available. Additionally, each hostel has its own mess, which is overseen by an accomplished Chief Warden.
  • Library: The IIEST contains a sizable, well-kept library. All of the academic and research demands of both students and research scientists are met by it. Over 2 lakh volumes, journals, and electronic journals can be found at the library. It is more than 150 years old and covers a space of 3000 square metres.
  • Sports Facility: The student has access to first-rate facilities that support the growth of their athletic and sporting ability. A Yogic practise arena and the Student's Amenities Center have also recently been built for the use of the students. The Institute Sports Board oversees all operations.
  • Computer Labs: IIEST has modern computer labs that can meet the demands of students, researchers, faculty members, and employees. The most recent hardware and software are given to the students so they can manage their coursework as efficiently as possible.
  • Hospital: The institute has a hospital on its grounds that can offer residents effective care and treatment. It has all the tools and supplies required to handle the majority of medical requirements. Six highly qualified and properly trained doctors work in the facility.
  • Each of the 18 hostels has a designated mess or canteen where the students may eat delectable, wholesome meals. In addition to the different dorm messes, there are several cafes and restaurants on campus that serve students and professors delectable food that has been prepared hygienically.

IIEST FAQs Shibpur

Q. How do placements go at IIEST Shibpur?

Ans. Without a doubt, IIEST Shibpur is a good engineering school, and it has excellent placement rates comparable to those of all top nit's. Both the CS and IT streams are offered by IIEST Shibpur, and both have nice placement opportunities.

Q. Is there space allotted at IIEST Shibpur for residents of West Bengal?

Ans. For the applicants, IIEST Shibpur has made the following reservations:

Candidates from outside West Bengal are eligible for 50% of the seats.
Students from West Bengal get a reserved 50% of seats.
Scheduled Castes are guaranteed 22% of the seats.
Scheduled Tribes are guaranteed 6% of the seats.
Physically challenged pupils are given 3% of the available places.
3 seats are set aside for the defence quota.
A maximum of 5% of available seats (supernumerary) are set aside for the tuition waiver programme.

Q. What requirements must a student meet in order to enrol in a course at IIEST Shibpur?

Ans. Each course's eligibility requirements are as follows:

Course Name Eligibility Criteria
B.Tech
  • Indian Citizen
  • 10+2 pass
  •  Valid score on JEE Main Paper 1
M.Tech
  • Qualifying degree
  • Valid GATE score:
  • Min 60% for General Candidates and 55% for SC/ST/PH Candidates in the qualifying examination. 
M.Sc
  • Min of 60% (CGPA=6.5 on a 10 point scale) for OC/OBC and 55% (CGPA=6.0 on a 10 point scale) for SC/ST/PWD candidates - through CCMN. 
  • Valid JAM score/ Admission test conducted by the institute.
MBA
  • Bachelor’s degree from any recognized University/Institute with at least 55% marks in aggregate.
  • CAT/XAT with min 65% score.
  • MAT/CMAT with min 85% score. 
Ph.D
  • Valid NET/GATE/SLET score is mandatory. 
  • PG Degree in Basic Science with NET/GATE/SLET qualification
 OR
  • Graduate Degree in a Professional Course (Engineering/ Technology/ Architecture/ Medicine etc) with valid NET/GATE/SLET score
OR
  • Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course
  • Min 60% marks in qualifying degree exam

Q. Do students receive any scholarships from IIEST Shibpur?

Ans. The IIEST provides a range of scholarships to its students. These are offered by the institution to students in all UG and PG programmes. 50% of the students in the class of 2018 benefited from one of the Institute's several scholarship programmes.

Q. What is the admissions procedure for IIEST Shibpur?

Ans. IIEST Shibpur's undergraduate and graduate admissions procedures are based only on scores obtained in national entrance exams, including as the JEE Main for B.Tech. and B.Arch., the GATE for M.Tech. and M.Plan., the IIT-JAM for M.Sc., and the CAT/XAT/MAT for MBA programmes.

Q. What are the fundamental requirements for IIEST Shibpur's Ph.D. admissions?

Ans. An institute-conducted entrance exam is used to determine admission to the Ph.D. programme at IIEST Shibpur, which is then followed by a personal interview. Candidates for the Ph.D. programme at IIEST must hold a master's degree in a related subject.

Q. What is the average CSE compensation at IIEST Shibpur?

Ans. IIEST's placement statistics are rather outstanding; during the 2020 placement drive, Microsoft awarded a CSE student a placement at a salary of INR 39 LPA. While CSE salaries at IIES typically range from 8 to 10 LPA.

Q. What types of courses does IIEST Shibpur offer?

Ans. IIEST Shibpur offers a variety of specialties in B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.Plan, MBA, and Ph.D. programmes.

Q. How is the vicinity of the IIEST Shibpur Campus?

The 114-acre campus of IIEST Shibpur is home to many trees, lush fields, birds, magnificent lakes, and lovely gardens. Three significant water features on the property add to its beauty.