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How good is IIEST Shibpur's MBA department, with respect to the faculty and placements?
My brother attended IIEST Shibpur. So, I know a little bit about the institute.
- The School of Management (SoM) is quite young considering its inception was just 15 years ago.
- As far as the faculty is concerned, they are all young, willing to learn, and are quite open to connecting with students.
- You see, the school is in fact a part of a larger science and technology institute. Thus, it is trying to offer various multi-disciplinary opportunities to students.
- On the other hand, you will find that the school also has a larger placement cell. Due to this, they have created a brand name that has a positive impact on students.
If you are one of those students who do not mind going beyond normal boundaries and learning beyond theory, want to gain practical knowledge, and try experimental learning, you should definitely go to IIEST SoM.
Is a dual degree in IT a good option at IIEST Shibpur?
IIEST is accepting admissions only for BTech degree from 2017, and you will get an option to prolong with Dual Degree course or study only BTech.
IT is one of the finest Dual Degree Courses in this institute, considering both the placement statistics and academics.
Additionally, the IT department of IIEST has the best researchers. This department publishes approximately 3000+ research papers, as per NIRF 2016 counting. However, the research is conducted mainly from the areas of Signal Processing, ML, and core computing areas.
If you are considering placement, you must look at the following table, although there are many IITs and NITs who claim that they give better placement.
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Criteria |
IIEST |
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Highest CTC |
39.12 LPA |
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Lowest CTC |
4-5 LPA |
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Average CTC |
16-20 LPA |
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Placement Statistics |
80-85 % |
However, the IT students here get several esteemed internship opportunities in IIT KGP, GSoC, IIT M, IIT B, IIIT A, and Abroad. One of my friends told me that one of his batch mates (a 3rd-year student) got selected by Google to complete his internship in California (this type of opportunity is very hard to get, especially from a country like India).
Thus, it can be mentioned that IT is one of the promising streams to be studied from this institute that is IIEST.
Should I join IIEST Shibpur or NIT Allahabad?
If you're considering NIT Allahabad and IIEST Shibpur for CS, ETC, or IT branches, it's worth noting that NIT Allahabad has better placement records than IIEST Shibpur. However, for Mechanical, Electrical, or other branches, the placements are almost the same in both places, and IIEST is growing and improving.
IIEST Shibpur has a better record of research and academics, while NIT Allahabad has better placements and the advantage of being an NIT.
The infrastructure of both institutions is comparable, and IIEST's ranking is increasing, while NIT Allahabad's remains stagnant. Still, many students choose colleges based on existing cutoffs and ratings, even if a better-performing institution exists.
For now, NIT Allahabad may be the better choice due to its NIT tag, but keep in mind that a tag doesn't guarantee success in the corporate world. Ultimately, placements depend on the skills and training of the students.
In terms of ranking, the order would be top NITs (such as Warangal, Trichy, Rourkela, and Suratkhal), followed by IIEST Shibpur and NITs like Durgapur, Allahabad, VNIT Nagpur, Surat, and Kurukshetra. Lower NITs such as Jamshedpur, Hamirpur, Agartala, Silchar, and Sikkim would come next, with NIT Uttarakhand, Goa, Mizoram, etc., bringing up the rear.
Which one should I choose: chemical engineering at Jadavpur University or mechanical engineering in IIEST Shibpur?
Jadavpur University and IIEST Shibpur are both considered as one of the best institutes in India to pursue Engineering. Both fall under the top 50 institutes for engineering according to the NIRF ranking. Jadavpur University is considered to be a tier A university whereas Shibpur University is not that popular.
Discipline:
First of all, it is important for students to research the difference between mechanical and chemical engineering before choosing it for their career.
- Chemical Engineering (CE) deals with the oil industry, pharmaceutical companies, biomedical studies, metals, minerals and nanotechnology.
- Mechanical Engineering, on the other hand, includes applications in oil, pharmaceutical, metal, nanotechnology, semiconductors, automobiles and power plant equipment, etc.
Ranking:
IIEST Shibpur and Jadavpur University are both excellent colleges for education.
- Jadavpur University is one of the top graded A-tier universities in India however, IIEST holds more brand value because of its recent popularity and placements.
- Jadavpur University has been ranked at 12 out of 200 universities in India by NIRF ranking and the 2nd best university in Kolkata. IIEST Shibpur has been ranked at 43rd place in the same ranking.
Admission Cut-offs:
- The average general cut-off for Mechanical Engineering at IIEST Shibpur is 11669 - 19625 rank in JEE mains.
- Jadavpur University for chemical engineering requires 338-416 rank in JEE mains.
Placements:
- The placements offered at Jadavpur University are better for the reason that it has a better nationwide ranking and engages in campus recruitment programs. It had recently achieved a record of 84% placements in May 2020.
- IIEST mechanical engineering program had 71.93% placement for the year 2020. The top recruiter at JU includes Amazon, TCS, Bajaj, Microsoft, Adobe, BPCL whereas the top recruiters at IIEST include Accenture, Google, ITC, SBI, TATA etc.
The choice of University and course completely depends on the student’s interest and their JEE ranking. Both these subjects are relatively difficult to get but if the student is determined and smart at studying, nothing is unachievable.
In terms of teaching and placements for architecture, how good is IIEST Shibpur?
From the half-century of its existence, the newfound department of Architecture had produced 800 graduates in Architecture and 300 postgraduates in Town Planning.
NASA (National Association of Students of Architecture) was founded by the undergrad students collectively. The association is non-political and non-profitable. The department has a dynamic student’s body. Even its Alumni are spread across the world and the senior-junior relationship is wonderful.
Teaching:
- The professors are experienced, but they have a small ounce of work experience. So, their teaching lacks the upgraded trends and technologies that are being used in the present day. Even the syllabus is outdated.
- Most of the professors are not very student-friendly. It is better to maintain professionalism.
- Initially, the students find the college burdensome, but with time it is manageable. Most classes are held regularly.
Placement:
- There is hardly any placement assistance in this department. Students have to arrange the job/ internship for themselves.
- Construction companies that visit the campus are not interested in recruiting architecture students.
- Hardly 4-5 students get selected in MN Dastur. Although if a student has maintained a decent portfolio, they can get a job at lower packages.
IIEST Shibpur is one of the best colleges in eastern India in terms of infrastructure, campus, cultural fests (REBECA), and accommodation. The architecture department is the most active. Five years of architecture are packed with learning and growing.
Which is better, NIT Durgapur for CSE or IIEST Shibpur for CSE?
IIEST Shibpur is better for CSE. It offers better academics, and facilities. IIEST receives more funding than NIT Durgapur. It has a better peer group as well, which is clearly reflected on the cutoff.
The placement rate for CSE is around 80%. Students receive an average CTC of around INR 10 LPA. The highest CTC offered goes up to INR 39 LPA. Microsoft Media, Deutsch Bank, Mentor Graphics, Well Fargo’s, etc. are among the major recruiters that take place in the placement drive.
How was your first year at IIEST Shibpur?
My first year at IIEST Shibpur was full of new experiences.
I arrived at the campus on a Sunday. I had to share a room with three other B.Tech students. One of them was from CST like me, and the other two were from Mechanical. I was quite nervous about sharing a room with so many other people.
I was careless enough to not have checked the class schedule. On learning that our morning classes start at 8 am, I was a little shook. I wasn’t a morning person, so the thought of waking up that early was an unpleasant one.
For my first academic day at IIEST, I woke up by 6 am and got ready by 7:30 am. My friend and I attended the electronics class, mistaking it for our English lecture. We laughed a lot on our silly mistake, and went on attending the rest of the classes as per schedule, till 5 pm.
The seniors were friendly, given that one remained in their good books. My hostel friends and the time spent with them, is the most precious take away from IIEST for me. The first year schedule is quite grilling, and added to it are the PT classes. Regardless, I’ll always cherish the memories I made at IIEST Shibpur.
Which is better IIEST Shibpur or Jadavpur University for ECE?
Both universities offer well-structured and detailed program modules within the ECE branch. Jadavpur University has been ranked at 17 for Engineering by NIRF while IIEST Shibpur is ranked at 21 by NIRF in 2019.
Admissions:
IIEST Shibpur- For BTech admissions at IIEST Shibpur students are required to clear JEE mains and have a minimum of 45% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in 10+2, along with 30% in English. The JEE Mains closing cut-off for the ECE program was 11482.
Jadavpur University- For admissions at Jadavpur University for the ECE program, the WBJEE general cut-off by rank was at 144 in 2019. The eligibility criteria for admission is 10+2 in the science stream.
Tuition Fee: The tuition fee for the ECE program at Jadavpur University is comparatively more affordable as opposed to IIEST Shibpur.
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The BTech in ECE costs INR 9,600 at Jadavpur University
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Whereas the total tuition fee at IIEST Shibpur is 5.36 lakhs.
Placements:
Jadavpur University- In terms of recruitments, Jadavpur University records the second-highest placement rate and highest CTC for the ECE branch. The department has a 94% placement rate with an average CTC of 9 LPA.
IIEST Shibpur- IIEST Shibpur witnessed a 67.8% placement rate for ECE in 2019 while offering an average median salary of 6 LPA.
Facilities: IIEST Shibpur has a comparatively better infrastructure with updated technology and classrooms but offers a more research-based approach in terms of teaching. Jadavpur University allows students to experience their curriculum through practical and hands-on teaching with a modern and updated approach.
Students can go through the given points above to get a good idea of which university’s programs are more appropriate as per their requirements.
Should I opt for Civil Engineering in IIEST Shibpur or Production Engineering at Jadavpur University?
First of all, it is important to note that Civil Engineering and Production Engineering are not the same things. Students looking to pursue courses in any of these fields are required to do thorough research before choosing and applying to a university.
Ranking:
- IIEST Shibpur and Jadavpur University are both excellent colleges for education. Jadavpur University is one of the top graded A-tier universities in India however, IIEST holds more brand value because of its recent popularity and placements.
- Jadavpur University has been ranked at 12 out of 200 universities in India by NIRF ranking and the 2nd best university in Kolkata. IIEST Shibpur has been ranked at 43rd place in the same ranking.
Departments:
- The Civil engineering department is one of the oldest departments at IIEST university and has one of the highest numbers of placements. The production engineering department at JU is relatively new but it has the benefit of having experienced and up to date professors.
Admission Cut-off:
Both universities accept JEE scores for admission. IIEST Shibpur B.Tech in Civil Engineering requires a rank around 2506-27001 whereas JU B.tech in production engineering requires a rank of 315-420.
Placements:
- The placements offered at Jadavpur University are better for the reason that it has a better nationwide ranking and engages in campus recruitment programs. It had recently achieved a record of 84% placements in May 2020.
- IIEST civil engineering program had 78 students out of which 42 got placed in 2020.It recorded a 57.14% placement percentage.
Thus, it all depends on the student and their JEE ranking if they want to take admission in IIEST Shibpur or Jadavpur University. Again, it also depends on the interest whether they want to pursue Civil Engineering or go towards the production engineering line.
How do I convert CGPA to percentage in IIEST, Shibpur?
You can’t. There is no direct formula for converting CGPA to percentage. After the end of semesters, the mark sheet you will receive will contain your CGPA, the total marks you obtained with credits for each subject. Now CGPA is a function of both the marks you obtained in a subject and the credits it carries. While percentage is only a function of the marks you obtained in a subject. So, there is no formula to convert percentages to CGPA and, vice versa. But simply multiplying your CGPA by 9.5 will give you an approximate answer.
It will be better if you go through your mark sheet, and note down the marks and calculate by yourself.
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