Arrive comfortably in India and make your way to IIT Kharagpur for a smooth conference experience.
Plan your journey
Your route to IIT Kharagpur
NBEC 2027 takes place at the School of Nano Science and Technology, IIT Kharagpur, West Bengal. Use this guide to plan your entry into India and onward journey to campus.
E-Visa application process
1
Apply online
Upload your photograph and passport page.
2
Pay e-Visa fee online
Use a credit card, debit card, or payment wallet.
3
Receive ETA online
Your Electronic Travel Authorization will be sent by email.
4
Fly to India
Print the ETA and present it at immigration.
Advisory
The Government of India does not charge emergency or additional fees for emergency / express e-Visa grants.
NBEC 2027 will be held at the School of Nano Science and Technology, IIT Kharagpur, West Bengal.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (CCU), is the nearest major airport. From Kolkata, delegates can travel to Kharagpur by train or road; road travel generally takes 3–4 hours.
Kharagpur Junction is a major rail hub and is approximately 5 km from the IIT Kharagpur campus. Local taxis are available outside the station.
Locate IIT KharagpurDrive from CCU Airport to IIT Kharagpur
Visa and entry guidance
International delegates should begin their travel documentation early. The information below is intended as a practical guide and should be confirmed against the latest official Indian immigration guidance.
Before you travel
Confirm that your passport is valid for the duration of your stay and has sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
Most international participants will require an Indian visa or e-Visa before arrival.
Keep copies of your conference registration, invitation letter, and travel confirmation handy for immigration or airline checks.
Indian e-Visa process
Apply online through the official Indian e-Visa portal using your travel details and purpose of visit.
Upload your passport page and photograph in the required format and size.
Pay the e-Visa fee online and save the payment receipt for your records.
Receive your ETA by email once the application is approved and processed.
Fly to India with your approved ETA, passport, and conference documents ready for verification at immigration.
Important reminders
Visa eligibility and documentation requirements can vary by nationality and purpose of travel, so please verify the latest rules before applying.
The Government of India does not charge any emergency or express visa fee beyond the official prescribed fee.
Common e-Visa categories include tourist, business, medical, student, family, transit, and other approved categories.