Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology, Vaishali

The Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology (CIPET), Vaishali, is a premier government institution dedicated to the field of plastics engineering and technology. Established in 1994, it operates under the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India. The institute is situated in the historic city of Vaishali, Bihar, and is affiliated with Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur.

Academic Programs

CIPET Vaishali offers a diverse range of programs catering to various levels of education:

Undergraduate Programs

• B.Tech in Plastics Engineering – 4 years

• B.Tech in Manufacturing Engineering – 4 years

Diploma Programs

• Diploma in Plastic Technology – 3 years

• Diploma in Plastic Mould Technology – 3 years

Postgraduate Programs

• M.Tech in Plastics Engineering – 2 years

• M.Tech in Polymer Nano-Technology – 2 years

• M.Tech in CAD/CAM – 2 years

Postgraduate Diploma Programs

• Post Graduate Diploma in Plastics Processing & Testing (PGD-PPT) – 1.5 years

• Post Graduate Diploma in Plastic Mould Design with CAD/CAM (PD-PMD) – 1.5 years

Accreditation and Recognition

• AICTE Approval: All programs are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

• NBA Accreditation: Programs are accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

• NABL Accreditation: The testing laboratory is accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing & Calibration Laboratories (NABL), Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.

• ISO Certification: The institute is ISO 9001:2008 certified for maintaining international standards in education and training.

Infrastructure and Facilities

CIPET Vaishali boasts state-of-the-art facilities to support its academic and research endeavors:

• Administrative Building housing offices and management departments.

• Well-stocked library with a vast collection of books and journals.

• Separate hostels for boys and girls with modern amenities.

• Laboratories and workshops equipped with the latest machines and equipment in tooling, plastics processing, testing, and quality control.

• Advanced CAD/CAM Centre for design and manufacturing.

• Adequate green spaces for sports and extracurricular activities.

Placement and Industry Collaboration

CIPET Vaishali has a robust Training and Placement Cell facilitating on-campus recruitment and industry interactions. The institute has a strong placement record, with students recruited by leading companies in plastics and manufacturing sectors. The placement process includes career guidance sessions, mock interviews, group discussions, and communication skills training.

Admission Process

Admission to CIPET Vaishali’s programs is through the CIPET Joint Entrance Examination (JEE). Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria specified for each program and appear for the entrance examination. Detailed admission information is available from the institute.