Colleges in Howrah

The IIEST Shibpur offers 25 seats for its MPlan programme. However, candidates must ensure that they fulfil the course-specific eligibility criteria. The selection is based on the candidates' performance in the entrance exam. Moreover, the institute follows a reservation policy for the backward categories. It must be noted that the mentioned intake is as per the official website. It is subject to change and, hence, is tentative.

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. 

Yes, the mentioned seat intake information is as per the IIEST Shibpur official website. However, it is tentative and subject to change. The university can revise the seat intake as per the requirements. Moreover, the institute offers the limited number of seats for its MPlan programme. It is essential for candidates to submit the application form timely to avoid missing out on the deadline.

When comparing IIEST Shibpur and Jamia Millia Islamia for the course of MPlan, both show viable options. Students can refer to the following table for a brief comparison between IIEST Shibpur and Jamia Millia Islamia:

NOTE: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources.

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 Bachelor of Architecture programme at IIEST Shibpur closed at 2166 in Round 5 for the category of General All India under the 2024 admission cycle. This rank is taken as a cut-off rank to guarantee admission to the course based on scores secured by students in JEE Main. The cutoff trends over the last few years have been fluctuating, and 2024 indicates a rise in the closing rank, which means less competition for this specialisation compared to previous years. These rankings are decided through the counselling process of the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA).

Yes, IIEST Shibpur does provide a full-time MPlan at the PG level. The duration of the course is two years. The institute provides MPlan in Urban and Regional Planning. For details, students can refer to the following key highlights:

NOTE: The mentioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and, hence, is indicative.