A lot of software companies do know about MNIT however, don’t expect a jaw-dropping response. People are definitely aware of it though.

However, in my sister’s opinion, once you start progressing in the software industry, no one will actually ask you about which college you are from. You just need to gain experience in the industry for about 3 years and after that, you will no longer be treated like a college graduate. Finally, it is your technical knowledge and projects will be looked at.

If you are concerned about reputation abroad, most institutes abroad are only aware of IITs and many students are asked more about their M.S. colleges than their undergraduate history. You really don’t have to worry about this.

You should definitely go ahead with international financial management. You will find this subject to be extremely helpful not only in your future career but also in your personal prospects. You will gain a lot of economic and financial information from this course, even more so if it is taught by Prof. Tanuj Nandan.

Here are some pros and cons regarding the same:

Pros:

• Concepts: You will always be interested to attend this class and give it your 100% attention. It is very interactive and more of a discussion between students and the teacher. Because of this, you will not need to prepare that much for the exam. All questions asked on it will be conceptual. They mainly check whether you have learned anything in class. You might not end up with an A+, but you will definitely learn something.
• Personal finance: With the professor’s teaching methods, you will become interested in finance and this will help you in your placements and navigating different components of your CTC, and filing tax details.

You will also be exposed to the world of stocks and markets and learn to invest better in debt instruments and mutual funds. This class will also enable you to understand and download all financial data completely. You can also think of doing a parallel MOOC in finance if you are interested enough.

Cons:

• The teacher has changed as far as I know so the teaching methods might differ a little.

In case you are looking for other electives, my friends had opted for Indian Social Organization and Human Resource Management. Another one of interest was Software Project Management.

If Professor Tanuj is taking your subject (since elective teachers keep changing) you should definitely opt for this elective. His teaching style is probably the best. You will love his class.

IT from MNNIT Allahabad is the better choice. The following are the support points.

• MNNIT ranks among the top NITs in India. In the 2020 ranking, NIRF ranked MNNIT Allahabad at 48. 
• MNNIT Allahabad has a better placement record than NIT Goa. 

• The hostel life of the college is amazing. However, the food quality can be a big problem for you.
• The coding culture, club activities, and competitions in MNNIT make it a better choice.

Overall, MNNIT will offer better opportunities as compared to NIT Goa. 

If you are planning between these two, NITC CSE is a really good option. They offer cushy packages and decent companies visit the institute.

According to the recent placement report, the highest package offered is INR 49.75 lakhs per annum with an average of INR 11.58 lakhs per annum. A lot of companies like Aakash AESL, Bosch, Nokia, and HDFC visit the college.

When it comes to MNNIT the course curriculum of both IT and CSE is the same and there is no such difference overall. The placements are good too. The highest CTC offered is INR 49 lakhs per annum whereas the average salary is INR 10.28 lakhs per annum. Companies like BYJU, Amazon, and Capgemini hire students regularly from the campus.

Eventually, it boils down to which college meets your needs better. 

I have a few friends pursuing MTech Applied Mechanics from MNNIT Allahabad. According to their review, the Department of Applied Mechanics at MNNIT is known for its rigid and research-oriented teachers. 

If you plan to complete a Ph.D. and further studies after M.tech then this course is a good option.

However, if you are opting for MTech just to prepare for BTech level competitive examinations, then it will be better not to choose this department. 

MTech students do get placement offers in the on-campus placement drive. If you work hard and maintain good grades, you are likely to secure a placement offer. Many private companies visit the campus for placement drives. Securing a placement offer depends more on your effort.

There will be a handful of seats available for branch change and branch modifications do not only occur when you fill in a form. You will have other brilliant and ambitious students to compete with. 

Choosing the right branch:

If you are facing trouble choosing the right branch, you should remember the following things.

• Don’t opt for a branch just because of the higher CTC, or college brand name, etc. Because the degree you will get is for life. So, make sure you are interested to work in the field that you are choosing. 
• Also, go through the syllabus given on the official website and see if you can do the coursework for the branch of your choosing. 

The table below gives a brief overview of the two courses.

My brother was a student of MNNIT Allahabad and for his 1st year, the highest CGPA was 9.67, while many scored 9. So, the chances of branch upgradation are quite slim.

MNNIT Allahabad offers similar opportunities for IT and CSE branches. Other than a few subjects, the curriculum, faculty, and career opportunities are more or less the same for NIT Allahabad. 

Though Surathkal is promising a better university life with beaches and all. 

NIT Allahabad houses one of the country's biggest and brightest CSE departments. Here you're getting a good, competitive, and coding-oriented environment. Seniors are very supportive and the course is good. But the location is quite remote so if you belong to a metro city, you will be disappointed with the city life. 

In terms of placements, both institutes are almost on the same level. 

Another important aspect you can factor in while choosing is the distance of the institute from your home and choose the nearlest.