About
OfficialInstitute of Advance Education and Research is a Kolkata college affiliated with MAKAUT, offering undergraduate, skill-based and postgraduate programmes.
- Affiliated to MAKAUT, West Bengal
- Approved by AICTE and recognised by UGC
- Four specialized schools: Management, IT, Health Science, Hospitality
- Ranked among Top 10 Best Colleges for Data Science in India, 2024
- Recognised as Best Innovative IT College in Eastern India, 2019
- 100+ research publications and 10+ Centres of Excellence
About
Institute of Advance Education and Research (IAER) is located at Plot No 37, Block Bhangar-II, Newtown Action Area III, Kolkata, West Bengal, PIN 700 160. Established over a decade ago, it offers nationally recognised degrees and career-ready skill development. Its vision is to become a nationally and globally respected institution of higher learning that fosters academic excellence, research-driven innovation, employability, and entrepreneurship.
Academics
IAER has four specialised schools: Management, IT, Health Science, and Hospitality. Its academic philosophy is outcome-based (OBE), and its mission includes industry-aligned undergraduate and skill-based programmes. Evaluation combines internal continuous assessment with end-semester examinations. The BBA undergraduate programme is four years in duration and MAKAUT affiliated. The even semester runs January to June, with classes beginning January 15.
Recognition
IAER is a constituent college of MAKAUT, West Bengal, and is affiliated to MAKAUT. Its technical and management programmes are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the college is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It was recognised as Best Innovative IT College in Eastern India in 2019 by the IT Startup Excellence Awards, and ranked among the Top 10 Best Colleges for Data Science in India in 2024 by Knowledge Review.
Campus & Facilities
IAER lists 5+ centres described as skill development and practical learning hubs. Listed facilities include a Wi-Fi enabled campus, modern library, advanced labs, computer centre, cafeteria, sports facilities, hostel and student accommodation, transport connectivity, and dining options. The college reports 100+ research publications, multiple patents filed in technology and business, and 10+ industry-collaborated Centres of Excellence.
Admissions
Undergraduate programmes admit students through merit-based selection. Postgraduate admission prefers a management entrance test. The application process is online.
Quick stats
Courses offered
35
Avg placements
₹6.8 lakh / yr
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
Yes
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources