Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpu

The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur) is a public technical university and Institute of National Importance located in Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal. It is one of India’s oldest engineering institutions, originally established as Bengal Engineering College in 1856, later upgraded to IIEST, Shibpur. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and other professional programs across engineering, architecture, sciences, management and more through its multiple departments and schools. IIEST is known for strong academic rigor, research culture and industry engagement. Type: Public Research University | Institute of National Importance (INI) Ranking (2025/26): NIRF 2025: 4th (Architecture), 54th (Engineering), 101–150 (Overall). QS Asia 2026: #646 in Asia. Location: Botanic Garden, Howrah – 711103, West Bengal (On the banks of the Hooghly River). LABORATORY & RESEARCH ECOSYSTEM IIEST Shibpur is renowned for its advanced research facilities, some of which are unique in the country. Specialized Labs: Solar Cell Fabrication Lab: Features international standard facilities for crystalline and amorphous silicon solar cells, unique even among IITs. SMALL (Low-dimensional Material Synthesis): Research on nanostructures like graphene and topological insulators. Electrical Machine & Power Systems Lab: Comprehensive testing for smart grids and high-voltage engineering. Research Centers: The institute hosts various centers of excellence in Green Energy, Healthcare Science & Technology, and Mechatronics. Innovation: It maintains a strong Entrepreneurship Cell and Business Incubation centers to support student-led startups and strategic research.