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Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur

“Empowering the nation since 1856”

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Botanical Garden Area, Howrah, West Bengal 711103, India

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About Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur

The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, formerly known as Bengal Engineering and Science University (BESU), is a public technological research university located in Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal, India. It was established in 1856 and was upgraded to an Institute of National Importance (INI) under the Ministry of Education in 2014. The Department of Architecture and Planning, founded in 1949, holds the distinction of offering India's first 5-year undergraduate degree in Architecture (B.Arch) and the first postgraduate diploma in Town and Regional Planning. IIEST Shibpur aims to be a leading global institute in multidisciplinary research, fostering innovative world-class technologies and producing high-quality engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs to contribute to national development.

Program Name	Details
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) Bachelor The B.Arch program prepares students for professional practice by developing their design, technical, and critical thinking skills. The curriculum covers visual design, drawing, building construction, architectural history, structural design and landscaping.	5 Years English Total fees for 5 years is ₹9.23 Lakh, with first year fees of ₹98,100 which includes ₹62,500 tuition fee and ₹3,000 admission fee. Deadline: JEE Main Exam Date - Session 1: 20 Jan'26 - 29 Jan'26	Visit
Master of Planning (M.Plan) - Specialization in Urban and Regional Planning Master The Master of Planning program aims to broaden the academic and research capabilities of students, enhancing their employment opportunities in urban and regional planning. It focuses on developing specialized skills required in the planning profession.	Unknown Unknown Unknown Deadline: Unknown	Visit
Ph.D. Doctorate The Ph.D. program aims to contribute new knowledge through advanced research, critical thinking, and scholarly writing. The program builds core competencies in research, publishing, and communication.	4.5 Years (Optimum) English Total Fee: Rs 70,000 Deadline: Unknown	Visit

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IIEST Shibpur is an Institute of National Importance (INI) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Its B.Arch program requires admission through the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA), implying recognition by the Council of Architecture (COA). The institute is also UGC approved.

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Specific deadlines are announced annually on the institute's admission notices page. Admission to B.Arch is primarily through JEE Main and NATA. For M.Arch and M.Plan, accepted entrance exams include GATE, CEED, OJEE, TANCET, and CUCET.

Requirements

Ph.D.: A relevant Master's degree and qualifying in relevant entrance examinations.

B.Arch: 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks plus a valid score in JEE Main (for Engineering) and NATA (for Architecture).

M.Arch: Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) or equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate from a recognized institute, and a valid score in accepted entrance exams (e.g., GATE, CEED, OJEE, TANCET, CUCET).

M.Plan: B.E. Civil or equivalent degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate from a recognized institute, and a valid score in accepted entrance exams (e.g., GATE, CEED, OJEE, TS PGECET, Karnataka PGCET).

Recent Rankings

NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2024 for Architecture: 4th position in India

NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2020 for Architecture: 6th position in India

NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2021 for Engineering: 27th position

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