Top Engineering Colleges in Kolkata 2025

For engineering aspirants, this city is a hub, offering top-notch government and private engineering colleges. Here you will find popular branches like Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Electronics & Communication, along with quite impressive placement records.

In this article, we will discuss the best engineering colleges in Kolkata, their key highlights, admission process, placements, fees and other important aspects.

Overview of Engineering colleges in Kolkata

• Total Colleges: Approx  60+ (48 private+ 12 government + 1 public-private)
• Popular Branches: Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics & Communication
• Entrance Exams: WBJEE, JEE Main
• Annual Fees: In government colleges, the fees are around INR 25000 per year, while in private colleges it ranges approx INR 1.5 Lakhs to 5 Lakhs for the entire course. 

 List of Top Engineering Colleges in Kolkata 

First ,let’s take a look at  the colleges that are on every engineering aspirant’s wish list : 

• Jadavpur University (JU)
• Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT)
• Institute of Engineering and Management (IEM)
• Heritage Institute of Technology (HIT)
• JIS College of Engineering
• Techno Main Salt Lake
• Budge Budge Institute of Technology
• Haldia Institute of Technology
• Netaji Subhash Engineering College
• University of Engineering & Management (UEM)

These colleges rank at the top in terms of placements , faculty , infrastructure and student satisfaction.

 Detailed Profile of Top Colleges 

Jadavpur University (JU)

Ranking

• NIRF 2024: 9th in Engineering, 5th among universities, 12th overall in India

Placements

• Average package: ₹11 LPA (Engineering)
• Highest international package: ₹1.4 Crore (₹140 LPA).
• Top recruiters: Google, PwC, Deloitte, TCS, Accenture
• Placement rate: 95%+ for CSE, IT, Electrical, Chemical; 100% in Mechanical, Instrumentation, Construction.

Courses & Specializations

• Popular BTech specializations: CSE, IT, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Metallurgical.
• M.tech

Fees

• BTech: approx ₹9,600 – ₹1.21 lakh for entire course
• MTech:approx  ₹9,600 – ₹1.8 lakh for entire course

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE rank + counseling
• MTech: GATE or equivalent.

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT)

Ranking

• NIRF 2023: 101–150 band in Engineering (university category).

Placements

• Average package: ₹3–5 LPA (varies by affiliated colleges).
• Top recruiters: TCS, Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro.

Courses

• BTech,
• MTech
• PhD.

Fees

• BTech:approx  ₹80,000 – ₹1.2 lakh per year (varies by affiliated college).
• M.Tech: approx ₹ 36000 – 3.9 lakh for full course.

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• MTech: GATE/PGET.

Institute of Engineering and Management (IEM)

Ranking

• NIRF 2023: 151–200 band (Engineering).

Placements

• Average package: ₹7–8 LPA.
• Highest package: ₹50+ LPA (CSE).
• Top recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Capgemini, Amazon.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, EEE, Mechanical.
•  MTech.

Fees

• BTech:approx ₹1.2–1.5 lakh per year.
• M.Tech : approx 1.5 lakh per year.

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• MBA: CAT/MAT/JEMAT.

Heritage Institute of Technology (HIT)

Ranking

• NIRF 2023: 151–200 band (Engineering).

Placements

• Average package: ₹6–7 LPA.
• Highest package: ₹40+ LPA.
• Top recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Capgemini.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, Biotechnology, Mechanical, Civil.
• MTech, 

Fees

• BTech:approx ₹1.2–1.5 lakh per year.
• M.Tech : approx ₹ 3.90 lakh for the entire course.

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• M.tech : GATE/PGET

JIS College of Engineering

Ranking

• NIRF 2023: 201–250 band (Engineering).

Placements

• Average package: ₹4–5 LPA.
• Highest package: ₹20+ LPA.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, Mechanical, Civil.
• MTech

Fees

• BTech:approx ₹1–1.2 lakh per year.
• M.Tech: approx 2.3 lakh for full course 

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• M.Tech : GATE/PGET/AMPAI-WB

Techno Main Salt Lake

Ranking

• Not in top NIRF bands, but a reputed private college.

Placements

• Average package: ₹4–6 LPA.
• Highest package: ₹20+ LPA.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, EE, Mechanical.
• M.Tech

Fees

• BTech:approx ₹1–1.2 lakh per year.
• M.Tech : approx ₹ 2,73,000 for entire course

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• M.Tech : GATE /WBUT PGET

Budge Budge Institute of Technology

Ranking

• Not in top NIRF bands.

Placements

• Average package: ₹3–4 LPA.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, EE, Mechanical, Civil.
• M.Tech.

Fees

• BTech:approx  ₹90,000 – ₹1 lakh per year.
• M.Tech : approx 2.2 lakh for full course.

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• M.Tech: GATE/WBUT PGET 

Haldia Institute of Technology

Ranking

• NIRF 2023: 201–250 band (Engineering).

Placements

• Average package: ₹4–5 LPA.
• Highest package: ₹20+ LPA.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Biotechnology.
• MTech

Fees

• BTech:  approx ₹1–1.2 lakh per year.
• M.Tech: approx ₹1.2 lakh- 1.6 lakh for the  entire course.

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• M.Tech : GATE/WBUT PGET

Netaji Subhash Engineering College

Ranking

• Not in top NIRF bands.

Placements

• Average package: ₹3–5 LPA.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, EE, Mechanical, Civil.
• MTech.

Fees

•   BTech: approx ₹1–1.2 lakh per year.
• M.Tech: approx ₹1.90 lakh for the entire duration.

Admission

• BTech: WBJEE.
• M.Tech : GATE/WBUT PGET

University of Engineering & Management (UEM)

Ranking

• Not in top NIRF bands.

Placements

• Average package: ₹4–6 LPA.
• Highest package: ₹40+ LPA.

Courses & Specializations

• BTech: CSE, IT, ECE, EE, Mechanical, Civil.
•  MTech.

Fees

• BTech:approx  ₹1.2–1.5 lakh per year.
• M.Tech : approx ₹1,51000 for 2 years program 

Admission

• BTech: IEMJEE, WBJEE.
• M.Tech : GATE/IEMJEE/WBUT PGET

Admission Process: How to apply?

Entrance Exams:

• WBJEE: West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam the most important exam for admission to state colleges.
• JEE Main: A  National level exam, some colleges also accept admissions through this. 
• GATE:  Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is a  National level entrance exams for M.Tech admissions
• PGET: Post Graduate Entrance Test is an entrance exam for Non-GATE candidates.
• Some colleges also conduct their own entrance exams.

Eligibility:

For B.Tech : 

• You must have completed 10+2  with  PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) with minimum 50% marks (some relaxation for reserved categories).
• A Valid WBJEE or JEE Main score.

For M.Tech

• You must have a B.E/B.Tech degree in a relevant branch from a recognized university.
• A valid GATE/PGET score .

Application:

After the entrance exam results are announced ,participate in the counseling process

Fees Structure: Government vs Private Colleges

College Type	Annual Fees (Approx.)	Total Fees (4 Years)
Government	₹20,000 – ₹30,000	₹80,000 – ₹1.2 lakh
Private	₹80,000 – ₹1.5 lakh	₹3 lakh – ₹6 lakh

Hostel/mess charges are separate, which can range from ₹40,000 – ₹80,000 per year.

Placement Scenario: What to Expect? 

• Jadavpur University:
• Over 90%  placement rate ,average package approx  ₹11 LPA, highest international offer approx ₹1.4  crore 

• IEM, Heritage, Techno Main:
  • Average package ranges from  ₹4-8 LPA,with  top companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Amazon  and Microsoft recruiting.
• MAKAUT & JIS:
  • Good placement rate, especially for CS/IT branches

Note: Placements rates are highest in Computer Science and IT branches. Core branches also have opportunities but the packages might be slightly lower.

Specializations:  Which Branches are popular?

• Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
• Information Technology (IT)
• Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

CSE and IT are the most in demand due to the tech industry  boom and the highest placement rates in these fields.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

• Both government and private colleges offer merit-based and need-based scholarships.
• Reserved category scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC students
• Private colleges like JIS,IEM and Heritage also offer their own scholarships.

Campus Life & Facilities

• Modern labs, libraries, hostels, sports grounds, canteens and Wi-Fi  enabled campuses.
• Cultural fests, tech fests, hackathons and sports meets.
• Student clubs (coding, dance, music, drama, robotics, etc.)

Advantages of studying Engineering in Kolkata 

• Affordable cost of living
• Exposure to a metropolitan city.
• Plenty of opportunities for internships and industrial visits.
• Strong alumni network.

FAQs

  1.Which is the best Engineering college in Kolkata?

   Jadavpur University is consistently considered the best engineering college in Kolkata in terms of placement, faculty and research.

  2.Which private college has the best placements?

   Heritage Institute of Technology and IEM Kolkata have the best placement record     among private colleges.

3. Do all colleges accept admission through WBJEE?

Yes,Kolkata’s top government and private colleges accept WBJEE scores.Some colleges also accept JEE Main.

4.What is the fee structure for engineering colleges?

In government colleges, the fee is around INR 25000 per year .In private colleges, it ranges from INR 1.5 lakhs to 5 lakhs for the entire course.

5. Which branch is in the highest demand?

Computer Science and IT branches are the most preferred with the highest placement rates.

6. Is there a lateral entry option?

Yes, colleges like JU,IEM,Heritage and Techno Main offer lateral entry options for diploma holders.

7.Which companies visit for placements?

Top recruiters like TCS,Infosys,Wipro,Capgemini,Cognizant,Amazon ,Microsoft and Google visit campuses every year.

8. Do all colleges provide hostel facilities?

Most top colleges offer hostel facilities but seats are limited so it is advisable to apply early.

9. How can one get a scholarship?

Merit – based and need – based scholarships are available.Details can be found on the college websites,You can also apply for government scholarships.

10. Is it worth studying Engineering in Kolkata?

Absolutely , The academic standards , placement opportunities and industry exposure in Kolkata’s colleges are top-notch.The cost of living is affordable and you also get the advantage of being in a metro city.

Conclusion

Kolkata offers an impressive variety and quality of engineering colleges. Whether you are aiming for a government college or a top private institute, you will find all kinds of options here.The admission process is transparent, placements are strong and campus life is engaging.

Choose your college based on your preferred batch , budget and career goals- and take confident steps toward a bright future. This article contains unofficial details. For official details visit the official website.