What are the points that a student knows before taking admission to IIEST Shibpur?

The first thing that you should note is that IIEST offers a dual degree program. It's a 5-year M.Tech program and not the conventional 4-year program.

• Be clear of what your goals are and choose your friend circle according to it. For Example, if you love programming then find a senior who is doing coding and learn from his experience.
• Make it clear in your mind that CGPA matters the most. It is not easy to score marks in Shibpur and hence you have to study a lot.
• Be a team player. There are so many societies in the college and you SHOULD join them. This would make you aware of what's happening around you, help you build connections.
• Don't be worried about Ragging, It doesn't exist.
• Studies are not that easy and lectures are sometimes boring but you have to self-study and also manage time for honing your skills.
• Shibpur is not as famous across the nation as it is in West Bengal.
• It's the 2nd oldest college in the nation and hence has a vast alumni network.
• Upon becoming IIEST, the vibes in the college would change completely. There would be more budget for everything and confidence fo student would also increase. The quality of education would increase
• Placement opportunities at IIEST are not that great but the situation should improve in the near future. 

Don't lose focus, try to stay motivated and find like-minded people.