HRH The Prince of Wales Institute of Engineering and Technology

Established in 1927, HRH The Prince of Wales Institute of Engineering and Technology (POWIET) in Jorhat, Assam, stands as the oldest technical institute in Northeast India.

Founded with a generous donation from Assamese timber merchant Late Bholanath Barooah, the institute has evolved into a prestigious government-funded institution, affiliated with the State Council for Technical Education, Assam, and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Academic Programs

POWIET offers three-year diploma courses in the following engineering disciplines:

• Civil Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

• Mechanical (Automobile) Engineering

• Instrumentation Technology

• Agricultural Engineering​

Admissions are conducted through the Assam Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) administered by the Directorate of Technical Education, Assam.

Campus and Facilities

Situated on a 31-acre urban campus in the heart of Jorhat, POWIET provides a conducive learning environment with modern amenities, including:

• Well-equipped laboratories and workshops

• A comprehensive library

• Separate hostels for boys and girls

• Medical dispensary

• Cafeteria

• Wi-Fi-enabled campus

• Sports and recreational facilities​

The institute also houses student chapters of professional bodies like the Institution of Engineers (India) and the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), along with a National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit .​

Training and Placements

POWIET's Training and Placement Cell actively facilitates internships, apprenticeships, and campus recruitment drives. Students have secured positions in reputed organizations such as:

• Cummins India Limited

• Anand Group of Companies

• Oil India Limited

• Tata Motors

• Eveready

• ITC Foods

• Marico

• Sun Pharmaceuticals​

The cell also organizes soft skill development programs, aptitude training, and mock interviews to prepare students for the industry.

Legacy and Accreditation

POWIET's rich history includes its role as a "War Technical School" during World War II, serving as a base for American soldiers. In recognition of its academic excellence, four core diploma programs—Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Mechanical (Automobile) Engineering—received accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) in 2019, aligning with the Washington Accord. This accreditation enhances the global employability of its graduates .​