IIEST Shibpur B.Tech Aerospace Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

To gain admission to the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, candidates must achieve at least 75% in their 10+2 exams and perform well in the JEE Main, needing a percentile above 9.2-9.3. Ranked 19th nationally and 3rd in West Bengal, the institute offers strong placements and a robust alumni network. The faculty, with nearly all members holding a master's or Ph.D., ensures a 1:11 faculty-to-student ratio, facilitating good interaction.

The Aerospace Engineering department has less developed labs compared to other branches due to its newer status. Tuition fees are approximately Rs. 70,000 per semester, excluding mess fees. Economically weaker students can benefit from a fee of Rs. 4,500. Students from families earning less than Rs. 5 lakhs annually receive a 66% fee remission, and those with incomes below Rs. 1 lakh pay only for the hostel. The college has a strong placement record, with over 90% of students securing jobs in renowned companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, offering average packages of 9-12 LPA.

The highest packages reached 1.2 crore off-campus and 70 LPA on-campus. About 160 companies participate in recruitment, with strong placement in IT and computer science departments, though the aerospace department sees fewer core company visits. Robust internship opportunities are available with organizations like ISRO and DRDO. The annual tuition fee is around Rs. 1.4 lakhs but can be reduced significantly for students from low-income families. Full tuition waivers are available for students with family incomes below Rs.

1 lakh, while those with incomes between Rs. 1 lakh and Rs. 5 lakhs pay 2/3 of the fee. Various scholarships are available based on merit, income, and reservation categories, making education affordable and accessible. Total semester expenses for a general category student are around Rs. 1,05,000, with additional hostel and mess fees. SC and ST students receive full fee waivers.