Heritage Institute of Technology, Kolkata
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Chowbaga Road, Anandapur, PO: East Kolkata Township, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700107
College Details
Established in 2001, the Heritage Institute of Technology (HIT), Kolkata is a premier private engineering college founded by the Kalyan Bharti Trust. Located on a lush green campus, it has emerged as one of the top self-financed institutes in West Bengal. The institute has been granted autonomous status by the UGC and is affiliated with the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT). It is highly regarded for its academic excellence, holding an ‘A’ Grade accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for several of its courses. HIT is committed to providing a holistic educational experience by focusing on practical knowledge, research, and innovation. The college boasts modern infrastructure, including advanced laboratories, a well-stocked library, and dedicated facilities for sports and extracurricular activities. With a strong emphasis on industry-academia collaboration, the institute has a robust Training and Placement Cell that consistently records high placement rates, attracting a wide array of top national and multinational companies.
Course-wise Fees
Admission Process
For Undergraduate (UG) Programs (B.Tech, B.Des):
- Step 1: Candidates must appear for the relevant entrance examination. For B.Tech, this is primarily WBJEE, followed by JEE Main. For B.Des, it’s the MAKAUT Common Entrance Test (CET).
- Step 2: Secure a valid rank in the respective entrance exam.
- Step 3: Participate in the centralized counseling process conducted by the WBJEE Board or MAKAUT.
- Step 4: Based on the rank and seat availability, a seat is allotted. Candidates must then report to the institute for document verification and fee payment to confirm admission.
For Postgraduate (PG) Programs (M.Tech, MCA):
- Step 1: Candidates must have a valid graduation degree and a score in the required entrance exam (GATE or WBUT PGET for M.Tech and WB JECA for MCA).
- Step 2: Fill out the online application form on the institute’s official website.
- Step 3: The institute will conduct a selection process, which may include an interview or counseling session for some programs.
- Step 4: A merit list will be published, and selected candidates will be required to complete the admission formalities, including fee payment and document submission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The highest package offered at HIT has been reported to be as high as ₹44 LPA.
Yes, Heritage Institute of Technology has been granted autonomous status by the UGC, which allows it to design its own curriculum and conduct its examinations.
Yes, HIT provides separate hostel accommodations for male and female students with all essential amenities.
While IT companies are the primary recruiters, core engineering branches like Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical also have good placement records with companies like L&T, Adani Group, and various manufacturing industries recruiting on campus.
The required rank varies each year depending on the course and category. For CSE, a rank within the top few thousands is generally required, while for other branches, the cutoff ranks may be higher.