About The Department
"We provide an ever-flourishing platform to share ideas, exchange information, and contribute to the advancement of technology and research."
A Legacy Since 1912
Since its conception in the year 1912-13, the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIEST, Shibpur (erstwhile Bengal Engineering College) has always strived to nurture and enlighten young minds. The transformation of enthusiastic aspirants into diligent working professionals through learning is at the core of the department.
The Department produced its first batch of graduate electrical engineers in 1936. The postgraduate degree was first offered in 1955 and the first Ph.D. scholar emerged in 1959.
Current Offerings: 8-semester B.Tech, 10-semester Dual Degree (B.Tech & M.Tech), and 4-semester M.Tech.
Vision
International Excellence
"To attain a position of international excellence and leadership in education and research activities related to Electrical Engineering. To provide a dynamic and scholarly environment wherein students learn independently and in collaboration with others."
- Innovative Approach
- Ethics & Equity
- Industry Ready
- Environmental Stewardship
About the Society (EES)
The Electrical Engineers’ Society is a segment of the Department of Electrical Engineering of IIEST Shibpur. It is an independent organization of students, teachers, and several dilettantes in and around Kolkata.
Along with encompassing regularly scheduled conferences and workshops, the society has succeeded in providing an ever-flourishing platform to share ideas.
"We organize cultural events like Fresher's Welcome, Farewell, and Teacher's Day, promoting healthy socializing alongside heavy academics."