University of Engineering and Management Kolkata

The University of Engineering and Management Kolkata is a private university established in 2014 by the IEM Education Group (IEM Trust). It forms part of the wider Institute of Engineering and Management (IEM) group, which has been active in engineering and management education in Kolkata since 1989.

UEM Kolkata is located in New Town (Rajarhat), a planned "smart city" zone within the Kolkata metropolitan region. New Town has been declared a "Solar City" and "Smart Green City" by the Government of India, and is a major hub for India’s emerging and rapidly growing tech, fintech, IT, and corporate sectors. The university’s location provides students with localised access to industry exposure, internships, and professional networks.

The university offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across engineering, management, computer applications, hospitality, and related disciplines. Subject areas include computer science and engineering, information technology, electronics and communication engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, biotechnology, business administration, computer applications, and hospitality management.

UEM Kolkata adopts an outcome-based and industry-oriented approach to education, combining technical training with structured soft skills development and employability-focused learning. 

Programmes integrate internships, industry engagement, and placement preparation as part of the academic structure. The university also maintains a strong placement network, with students regularly securing job offers through campus recruitment processes.