Yes, there are several hostels and PG near 1st and 2nd gate. You can stay there if you cannot cope up with the culture of the hostels and rich mess foods. The points stated below are a brief discussion about the availability of PGs and private hostels outside the campus of IIEST Shibpur.
So, there are enough options for students who don’t prefer staying at campus hostels and can stay at PGs and flats available at nearby locations.