IIEST Shibpur - Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology Howrah Answered Questions

The MPlan programme at IIEST Shibpur closed at 383 in the last round for the category of General All India under the 2024 admission cycle. This rank is taken as a cut-off rank to get admission to the course based on scores secured by students in GATE. The cutoff trends over the last few years have been stable, which means the same competition for this compared to previous years. These rankings are decided through the counselling process of the CCMT.

As per the admission criteria, there is no provision for direct admission for BArch at IIEST Shibpur. The admission for BArch at IIEST Shibpur is entrance-based. The seats are allotted based on the counselling round. The seats are allotted based on the counselling round. Additionally, to be considered for the programme, applicants must fulfil the course-specific eligibility criteria for their desired programme. 

The seat for MPlan is allotted based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam. The MPlan seats at IIEST Shibpur are provided at the institute through CCMT Counselling under the GATE score of students. The total number of MPlan seats offered by the institute is 25. The seat allotment is merit-based, according to which category-specific reservations like PWD, SC, ST, etc., are considered. Students must undergo the counselling process that the CCMT provides, including online choice filling, verification of documents, and seat allotment rounds. 

For an MPlan course at IIEST Shibpur, the total tuition fee is INR 1.7 Lacs with an overall Shiksha rating of 4.1 out of 5. In contrast, MANIT Bhopal has a total tuition fee ranging from INR 1.4 Lacs to INR 1.8 Lacs and a rating of 4.1 out of 5. While the SPA Delhi MPlan tuition fee ranges between INR 1.8 lakh with a rating of 3.9 out of 5. In general, IIEST Shibpur is a better option in terms of the overall rating and affordability compared to other institutes.

The IIEST Shibpur offers a total of 24 seats for its BArch programme. Students are shortlisted based on their academic record and their performance in the interview conducted by the institute. The Institute may follow the reservation policies of the MHRD, Govt. of India. Certificate for EWS/OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/PwD must be as per Govt. of India Rules.

The total tuition fee for the IIEST Shibpur MPlan is INR 1.7 lakh. The fee structure of IIEST Shibpur has different fee heads apart from the tuition fees. This includes the hostel fees, security deposit, and other one-time fees. Students have to pay the first installment of the course to secure their seats. Besides that, a one-time admission fee of INR 3,000 is required to be submit that the time of admission. On the other hand, the fee mentioned above is taken from the official website. It is still indicative because it is subject to change.

Comparing IIEST Shibpur and SPA Delhi for MPlan programmes regarding fees and ratings, IIEST Shibpur is the one that is a preferable option. When it comes to the overall MPlan tuition fees,  SPA Delhi has a fee of INR 1.8 lakh, which is quite higher compared to that of IIEST Shibpur, which is INR 1.7 lakh. Shiksha ratings are also one of the reasons to compare both: SPA Delhi has a rating of 3.9 out of 5, while that of IIEST Shibpur is 4.1 out of 5. Altogether, these two factors make IIEST Shibpur's affordability makes it an attractive option for cost-conscious students. The choice ultimately depends on students' priorities, such as budget constraints or academic preferences.

Yes, the IIEST Shibpur follows a seat reservation policy for the MPlan. The institute follows the reservation policies of the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India. Candidates must present the certificates for EWS/OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/Person with Disability (PwD) as per the Govt. of India Rules. Additionally, there are 25 seats available for its MPlan programme. However, the number of seats available after completion of all rounds through CCMT in various schools, departments or center. 

According to the MPlan admission criteria at IIEST Shibpur, the selection criteria are divided into three categories, such as Group A, Group B, and Group C. In these categories, Group A are GATE qualified candidates, Group B is Non-GATE candidates and Group -C is Sponsored candidates. Candidates must ensure that they fulfil the preset eligibility requirements to be eligible for the programme. Check out the following table to learn more about the category-wise, selection criteria:GroupSelection CriteriaGroup-ACandidates who have valid GATE scores, more than or equal to the qualifying (cut-off) marks are eligible for direct admissions to the stipendiary seats in the respective programmes. The merit list will be prepared based on the GATE scoreGroup-BThose who did not qualify or appear for the GATE exam must appear for a written test or interview. These candidates will not be eligible for the assistantship  (stipend)Group-CThose who did not qualify or appear for the GATE exam must appear for a written test or interviewThese candidates are not eligible for the assistantship (stipend)They must have a minimum of two years of experienceStudents must submit the sponsorship certificate and relieving order from the parent organisationThe residential period for the completion, of course, works should be one yearStudents are permitted to carry out the Project Work in the third and fourth Semester at their parent organisationThere must be a guide from the sponsoring organisation for each sponsored candidate apart from the internal guide from IIEST, ShibpurCandidates are encouraged to publish papers in the web of Science / Scopus-indexed journals A joint patent in the name of IIEST, Shibpur and the parent organisation can also be available 

The MSc course at IIEST Shibpur is offered under various specialisations. The institute offers five different MSc specialisations. Given below is the list of the IIEST Shibpur MSc specialisations is provided:MSc in PhysicsMSc in ChemistryMSc in Applied MathematicsEarth Sciences (MSc in Applied Geology)Community Science and Technology (MSc in Food Processing and Nutrition Science)