You can go with the option of IIT Mandi. The recruiters from CSE offer high job packages every year to the students. IIT Mandi is the best place to change your branch to CSE, as it is one of the most competitive fields. You will be placed in a good company with high packages as a fresher in your favorite CSE field. When compared with the semi-new IITs, the best option would be Mandi. For other IITs, branch change might be a difficult task. Over the last three years, about 167 students got enrolled for placements; among them, 156 were placed. So IIT Mandi is a good choice.

If I had to choose from IIT Ropar, IIT Gandhinagar, and IIT Roorkee, I would have gone for IIT Ropar. Let’s compare the institutes and their branches individually.

IIT Ropar and IIT Gandhinagar (CS):

• The CS department of IIT Ropar is much older than the CS department of IIT Gandhinagar.
• IIT Ropar has 73 seats in CSE while IIT Gandhinagar has only 38, this is why the Closing rank of IIT Gandhinagar was better last year, while the Opening Rank of IIT Ropar is better.
• IIT Ropar was ranked 22 by NIRF while IIT Gandhinagar was ranked 23.

IIT Ropar CS and IIT Roorkee EE:

• Those who opt for IIT Roorkee EE will eventually end up in CS and in fact, they will have to invest double the efforts than IIT Rapor CS. 
• Students who take EE will have to complete an EE course along with studying CS in their free time to prepare for placements.
• EE students will have to compete with CS students in placements because Software companies will prefer CS or ECE students over EE students.

All in all, IIT Ropar CSE offers better job opportunities, and thus the general preference order looks like 

IIT Ropar CSE >> IIT Roorkee EE >~ IIT GN CSE.

Let’s consider both scenarios individually to get a better understanding. YMCA CS is a decent option only if you are interested in the field because the opportunities are mostly limited to IT companies. There aren’t many options for further studies. 

However, if you go for Electrical/Civil Engineering at NIT Kurukshetra, then you can change your branch at the end of the first year depending upon your CGPA in the first year. In NIT Kurukshetra even the IT companies offer better packages than YMCA. If you are not able to change your branch you can get placed in PSUs. Electrical engineering students also get to choose their profile in their final year amongst Software, power, and control. So you have the flexibility to choose the field in which you want to get placed. You don't have to stick to the branch you took initially. This won’t be possible if you take YMCA CS. 

Here is a brief comparison of these institutes

An advantage of choosing NIT Kurukshetra over YMCA is the crowd quality and the NIT tag while YMCA offers a better location and higher growth prospects in the IT field as compared to electrical/Civil where the opportunities are limited.

So make your choice wisely!

I am listing down certain parameters for a better comparison between both these options-

• Curriculum- In terms of curriculum, IIIT Bangalore is ahead of NIT Surathkal. At IIIT B, you’ll start learning core subjects from day 1 itself. At NITs, on the other hand, first-year students are taught Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Engineering Drawing, and other subjects that won’t be useful for Electrical studies. Also, at IIITB you’ll be solving industry-relevant assignments, which will give you a good insight into the requirements of your field. The curriculum at IIITB is far more updated and advanced.

• Faculty- Even in terms of faculty, IIIT Bangalore is ahead of NIT Surathkal. They will give you all the relevant information on recent developments in the field of research.

• Placements- Both campuses are visited by well-known brands for placements. With an 8+ GPA, you’ll be eligible to sit for placements at all core companies. Maintain good scores and proper knowledge of your field to get placed in a good company, at a package of 20+ LPA CTC.

• College Life- IIIT Bangalore has a small campus and no good fests. On the other hand, NITK has a huge campus with a private beach. So NITK definitely offers a better campus life.

• Location- Location-wise, IIIT Bangalore has a greater advantage as it is located in Bangalore. NITK is located in the small town of Surathkal.

Both the colleges are really good. I would recommend you make your decision based on the branch you are interested in studying.

Both IIT Mandi and IIIT Allahabad are reputable institutions with strong programs in their respective fields. IIT Mandi offers an Electrical Engineering program, while IT Allahabad offers an Information Technology program. If you are interested in pursuing a career in electrical engineering, then IT Mandi would be the better choice. On the other hand, if you are more interested in information technology and computer science, then IT Allahabad would be the better choice. It is important to note that both programs are challenging and will require a significant amount of hard work and dedication. I recommend researching both institutions and their programs thoroughly before making a decision and considering your own interests and career goals.

I am the right person to answer your question because my brother is a student of IIIT Allahabad and is pursuing an IT dual degree while my elder setter is pursuing an EE at IIT Mandi. I can give you a better insight into the combined scenario as I have knowledge of both sides. 

IIT Mandi Electrical 

• IIT Mandi is a good choice for both EE and CSE.
• The branch change policy is quite lenient and thus you can end up in your favorite branch easily. 
• IIT Mandi was the first new IIT to shift to its permanent campus in 2015.
• IIT Mandi has a surreal campus and is surrounded by natural beauty. 
• Owing to the small batch size, the opportunities offered are better and there is less competition in placements.
• IIT Mandi has a wide range of sports activities going on which are supported by great sports facilities.
• IIT Mandi also provides you with the much coveted IIT tag. 

IIIT Allahabad IT

• IIIT Allahabad promises better faculty, coding culture, and infrastructure than IIT Mandi. 
• It provides the resources and opportunities necessary for becoming an excellent IT engineer.
• IIIT has a better alumni network and most of its alumni are working today in top positions in silicon valley. 
• IIIT Allahabad placements are slightly better than IIT Mandi.

Location-wise, both give an edge to each other with IIITAhmadabad at a slight advantage. Overall, if you prefer a more dynamic campus life, IIT Mandi is for you but if you are just fixated on placements and academics, IIIT Allahabad is a better choice.

 If you haven't received a branch in IIT Mandi or any of the old IITs for Electrical, don't even take a second thought about joining new IITs like ISM or BHU. The name "IIT" doesn't matter, it's the brand and quality that matters. And in this matter, BITS is way ahead of any new IIT/ISM/BHU.

Don't go for new IITs under the false impression that "They are also IITs." Ultimately, your career matters, not what anyone else thinks.

The name of the college is just one factor to consider when choosing a college. The quality of education, the faculty, the facilities, the placements, and other such factors are equally important. So, don't make a decision solely based on the name of the college.

Also, keep in mind that BITS Pilani has a great reputation and offers excellent opportunities for students. It has a strong alumni network, good industry connections, and a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. So, if you have the opportunity to join BITS Pilani for ENI, go for it without any hesitation.

Don't get swayed by the name of the college. Instead, focus on the quality of education and the opportunities that the college offers. And if you have the chance to join BITS Pilani, don't even think twice about it.

My brother was able to get EE in all the second-generation IITs except Indore and Gandhinagar. Despite various options, he chose IIT Mandi after considering a number of reasons stated below.

• Faculty: The Electrical Engineering department of IIT Mandi boasts of an excellent faculty pool comprising young and passion-driven professors who promote research culture. Many professors even have close ties with industry thus making it easier to secure internships and research projects.
• Electronics: IIT Mandi is considered a hub for electronics. The new microchip fabrication lab is advanced and promotes some great ongoing research works in India.
• Electives: There is an ocean of electives to choose from apart from the core electives. This flexibility makes it possible to explore your interests. 
• Campus: IIT Mandi is known for its extremely beautiful campus. Those who are nature lovers will surely love the ambiance here. 

Ultimately, consider your personal preferences while making the final decision.