The department provides outcome-based education supported by modern laboratories, project-based learning, seminars, internships, and research activities. Students gain theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in circuit analysis, electrical machines, power systems, control systems, power electronics, measurements, and drives. Continuous interaction with industry and academic experts encourages innovation and technical excellence. The department emphasizes sustainable technologies, smart grids, renewable energy, and automation, enabling graduates to address real-world engineering challenges with confidence and professionalism.
Message from the HoD
Welcome to the Department of Electrical Engineering. Our vision is to nurture technically competent, socially responsible, and innovative engineers capable of leading the future of technology. We are committed to providing quality education through experienced faculty, advanced laboratories, research-driven learning, and strong industry collaboration. We encourage every student to cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, ethics, and leadership while actively participating in projects, internships, and professional activities. Together, let us strive for academic excellence, meaningful research, sustainable development, and lifelong learning to build a brighter future.
Sagnika Bhattacharjee
Head of the Department (HOD), Department of Electrical Engineering
1. Academic Qualification:
Passed 10+2 (or equivalent) examination with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in Physics and Mathematics (compulsory), along with one of the following: Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Computer Science / Information Technology / Information Practices / EngineeringGraphics / Business Studies. • Passed in English (minimum 30% marks) in 10+2. Must have cleared both Theory and Practical in the above subjects.
2. Entrance Exam:
Must have a valid rank in WBJEE or JEE (Main). (for 4 years B.Tech) JELET (for 3 years B.Tech, after Diploma)
Note-Eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the regulatory authority.
Electrical Engineering offers diverse and rewarding career opportunities across both core and emerging industries. Graduates can pursue careers in power generation, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, electrical machines, power electronics, industrial automation, control systems, smart grids, electric vehicles, and energy management. Opportunities are available in government organizations, public-sector undertakings, private industries, research institutions, consultancy firms, and manufacturing companies. With the rapid growth of solar and wind energy, battery storage, electric mobility, and smart-grid technologies, the demand for skilled electrical engineers is increasing significantly. Graduates can also pursue higher studies, research, entrepreneurship, teaching, and interdisciplinary careers in advanced technologies.
Laboratories & Infrastructure
Basic electrical lab
Electrical machine lab
Power system Lab
Measurement Lab
Power electronics and Drives Lab
Faculty Details
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Prof. Dr. Shaymal Kumar Ghosh (Ex-Prof. of JU) Visiting Professor
Ph.D. (Engg., JU), MEE (JU), M.Tech. (Cal), B.Sc. (Honours, Cal)
Academic: 43 Years Industry: 2.5 Years No. of publications: 18
Standardization of absolute measurement, Electrical & electronics measurement, Illumination engineering, Utilization of power system
Basic Electrical, Power System, Electrical Machine, Power Electronics Circuit Theory & Network, Control system , Fundamental of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Advanced technology in fault diagnosis of Microgrid system, Power system and DG integrated Microgrid protection, Signal processing and statistical measurements, Power System analysis, Circuit Theory & Network, Control system, HVDC Transmission, Power Generation Economics
Debjit Kundu, Technical Assistant
B.Tech. (JIS, Kalyani)
Academic: 17 Years No. of publications: 1
Basic Electrical, Electrical Machine, Electric Drives,Electrical & Electronics Measurement & Power Electronics
Debajyoti Roy, Assistant Professor
M.Tech in Electrical devices & power system from JIS College of Engineering, B.Tech from MAKAUT
Academic: 3 YEARS, Publications - 3
Power Systems, Power Electronics, Renewable Energy Sources, Electromagnetic Field Theory, Power Generation economics
Ranju Karmakar, Assistant Professor
M.TECH (POWER AND ENERGY SYSTEM, IIT KHARAGPUR) B.TECH (Electrical Engineering. MAKAUT )
Industry: 3 years
Basic electrical,Circuit Theory & Networks, Power Electronics, Power System Analysis and Protection, Control System, HVDC system, Electric Drives.
Research & Innovation
The department promotes research in smart grids, renewable energy, electric vehicles, power electronics, automation, AI applications in power systems, energy management, and sustainable technologies. Faculty and students actively undertake funded projects, publications, patents, industry collaborations, and innovative product development.