Coding isn’t necessarily meant for CSE students only and has a broader angle to it. Coding simply means simplifying tasks by expressing them in form of a set of routines or commands and making the computer do work for us. So, if you are interested in coding then being in a core branch doesn’t restrict you from pursuing your passion.

Some spectrums of Coding that can be observed in IIT Kharagpur are as follows

• Competitive Coding: This type of coding is the basic foundation of coding and is usually meant for beginners. You are introduced to Hackerrank, CodeChef, and TopCoder.

• Open Source Programming: The open source culture within the campus of IIT Kharagpur is promoted by the KOSS or the Kharagpur Open Source Society. This group has made excellent accomplishments in the field of coding at IIT Kharagpur. The Kharagpur Winter of Code is organized to help students gain insight and a first-hand experience into how the Open Source community functions. 
• Data Analytics and Machine Learning: This field is promoted by The Kharagpur Data Analytics Group (KDAG). Additionally, the Data Analytics event in both the Inter Hall Technology General Championships (General Championship (Technology) and Open IIT (Instiinfo) renders a plethora of opportunities for students to learn the basics of Data Analysis and Machine Learning from their seniors.

• Robotics: This field of coding is the most vibrant in IIT KGP owing to the relentless contributions of the Technology Robotix Society that not only gives freshers a casual introduction to the world of Robotics but also a firsthand experience of it. 

• Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking, App Development and Web Development: These are the miscellaneous courses of Robotics that are hosted by the Web and Design teams of both SpringFest and KTJ to promote extensive learning and experience in this field. It is taught by seniors who are experts in this field and are free of cost.

I hope my answer gave a detailed insight into the coding culture at IIT Kharagpur.

NIT Raipur is a decent college which is developing each year in terms of infrastructure, crowd- quality, etc. 

It hasn’t disclosed the recent branch-wise packages offered to its students. However, for all the courses combined, the average package stood at INR 10.1 LPA last year.

These are some companies that visit the NIT Raipur campus for recruitment- Infoedge, Siemens, Adobe, Barclays, Capgemini, FIAT, Reliance, TATA, SapientNitro, Oracle, Amazon, Samsung, JP Morgan Chase, Cognizant and Wipro. 

NIT Raipur CSE closing rank 2023 (round 6) was 22,413 (open category, home state, gender-neutral seat). However, for female-only seats, it was 30,019. Based on this information, you can figure out the requirements for getting a seat in CSE at NIT Raipur. You can check the ranks in more detail on the JoSAA website. Prepare for your JEE Mains accordingly. 

NIT Raipur is a decent choice for a CSE. You can definitely consider this college.

NIT Delhi CSE is highly regarded among engineering aspirants mainly because its curriculum has been updated recently to meet industry standards. They are always way ahead of their counterparts in other colleges. The best part is that their rigorous academics do not affect their extracurricular activities. 

The faculty of the CSE branch is very lenient and approachable. CSE labs are equipped with the essential software. The placement scenario is great and almost everybody ends with more than one offer. Many huge firms like BookMyShow, Smartprix, Samsung, and Deloitte offer great packages to CSE students. 

So, NIT Delhi CSE is a great choice for you!

I have a friend who is an ex-student of NIT Silchar. He shared a number of things he experienced here and taught him to survive.

• The excellent institute is remotely located so there is minimal life outside the campus. This ensures a stronger bond between the peers and the adverse conditions make you a stronger person.
• Although less, you can still find traces of the gender divide in NIT Silchar. 
• My friend was a victim of regionalism and so can you. So consider this once before joining.
• You will realize that talent and skills are much more than your rank and marks and this talent will determine your career.
• People who were earlier ecstatic about the NIT tag or those who wanted a better NIT will no longer have those emotions and realize that the institute doesn't matter much and the way you spend your 4 years is more important.

In all, the 4 years here will teach you a lot through diverse experiences and most likely shape you into a better person.

The most important tip is to join MANIT without any regrets of not making it to the top IITs. If you keep regretting your past, you won’t be able to enjoy all that MANIT has to offer. 

Apart from that, here are some tips to survive at MANIT Bhopal-

1. Do not depend upon your teachers. Make a proper study routine for yourself.
2. Do not underestimate your professors, and maintain good relations with them. Doing so will benefit you in the future for your projects.
3. Attend your classes regularly. Getting good grades during the first year is comparatively easier. These grades will improve your aggregate GPA.
4. Work hard from the first year itself. 
5. Seniors are really helpful, so try to approach them and seek their guidance.
6. Attend the workshops and events that are specially organized for freshers, but choose the good ones. You can consult your seniors regarding this.
7. Join clubs and societies to enhance your personality, and develop some skills. 

Use this time wisely, and also enjoy your stay at MANIT Bhopal. 

Here are some things you can do at NIT Calicut to make the most of your free time-

To keep yourself busy, you can join karate classes. This will keep you active. If you are into video games, you will always find others to join you. You can watch late night movies and tv series with friends. You will surely end up cooking some maggie in your kettle when late night hunger strikes. You can go cycling during the weekends, in the morning. But make sure to take proper care and use proper bicycles because the roads in Kattangal are very steep. Apart from all this, if you wish to explore a bit, you can visit IIM Kozhikode or Munnar/ Kochi. 

All that I listed up till now are fun activities. But for a more productive weekend, you can read novels or take part in quizzes and prepare for those. You can also be a member of a club at NIT Calicut. By organizing club events, you can connect with various people and learn management skills. 

If you are a CSE student, your workload will be quite less at NIT Calicut. Thus, you will get plenty of free time. You can use this leisure time by participating in extracurriculars, learning a new skill and making memories with your friends.