Bengal Engineering College

About

Bengal Engineering College, now known as the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, is one of India's oldest and most prestigious engineering institutions, renowned for its rich heritage and strong academic foundation in various engineering disciplines. It is particularly recognized for its robust programs in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Metallurgical Engineering, alongside growing strengths in Computer Science and Architecture. For international students, the university offers a vibrant academic environment with all programs taught in English, and it actively welcomes foreign nationals, often through government-sponsored scholarships and direct admission schemes, supported by an international relations office. Its distinctive characteristic lies in its nearly two-century-old legacy, providing a unique blend of traditional excellence and modern technological advancement.

Background

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur (abbr. IIEST Shibpur or IIESTS) is a public technological research university located at Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal, India. Founded in 1856, it is one of the Institutes of National Importance funded by the Ministry of Education of the Government of India. It is regulated by the Council of NITSER. It is the fourth oldest engineering institute in India. In October 2010, the Union Cabinet approved the proposal for the conversion of the Bengal Engineering and Science University (BESU) at Shibpur to India's first Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST). IIEST is a member of the Association of Indian Universities. IIEST Shibpur was later included in the NIT Council leading to its frequent unofficial designation as the “32nd NIT”.

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