B.Tech. in Aerospace and Applied Mechanics at IIEST Shibpur

If you are looking at B.Tech. in Aerospace and Applied Mechanics, IIEST Shibpur in Howrah runs it as a 4-year, full-time undergraduate course. The intake is 48 seats a year. The total fee on record is ₹7.2 lakh – ₹7.39 lakh, which works out to about ₹1.8 lakh a year.

At its core, the programme covers aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion and flight mechanics.

IIEST Shibpur is a public/government institute, founded in 1856. This page brings together what is on record for this course at IIEST Shibpur — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Tech programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion and flight mechanics. Typical first jobs: aerospace, design or maintenance engineer. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask IIEST Shibpur for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at IIEST Shibpur as a group.

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with IIEST Shibpur before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.Tech. in Aerospace and Applied Mechanics, you usually need Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Computer Science or another technical subject; most colleges ask for roughly 45–60% in these subjects. The minimum marks on record at IIEST Shibpur are: X: 0.0, XII: 75.0, Graduation: 0.0.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through JEE Main and state engineering entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check IIEST Shibpur's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take JEE Main and state engineering entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to IIEST Shibpur on its website (www.iiests.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

The latest placement figures on record (2023) show a highest package of ₹51 lakh at IIEST Shibpur. 494 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Tech. in Aerospace and Applied Mechanics specifically, the average salary on record is ₹7.2 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

IIEST Shibpur runs 19 B.Tech specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Civil Engineering
• B.Tech. in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
• B.Tech. in Mining Engineering
• B.Tech. in Civil Engineering
• B.Tech. in Computer Science and Technology
• B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering
• B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering
• B.Tech. in Information Technology
• B.Tech. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Computer Science and Technology
• Discontinued (Nov 2021) B.Tech. in Chemistry
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Mining Engineering
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Metallurgy and Material Science Engineering
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Information Technology
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in aerodynamics? You will spend 4 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹7.2 lakh – ₹7.39 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does IIEST Shibpur compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Howrah?