Which is the best branch in NIT Raipur after CSE?

There is no ‘best’ branch as one branch may be best for you and not for someone else and vice versa. To find the best branch for you, you need to consider the following parameters 

• Your inclination toward the field
• Current Job opportunities in the market for that branch
• The faculty profiles of that department
• The placement scenario of that branch
• The workload of that branch

Assuming that you are looking for a job in the IT sector, I think the best option after CSE is IT. Here is why

• NIT Raipur's IT placement scenario is almost the same as many common companies that recruit students from both branches. 
• The workload is less for this branch as the faculties there are quite relaxed. This gives the students enough time to prepare for exams like UPSC, and GATE.
• The quality of professors is also top-notch like Samantha sir from the Mathematics department.
• Other branches of NIT Raipur that are well-known are Mining and Metallurgy. If you are interested in these branches, then NIT Raipur is a good choice for you. However, core placements aren’t very good here so you will have to apply for software jobs and end up competing with CSE/IT students. 

So choose your branch wisely!