You can consider XIME Bangalore as your first choice, then SIESCOM and NL Dalmia as your second and third choices, respectively. It is better not to consider NDIM or USB since they are bad at academics and placement support.

XIME has a decent placement package, a good academic history, well-equipped classrooms, a resourceful atmosphere, and experienced scholars.

So, take a wise decision, and all the best for your future.

It’s highly illogical to measure IIT Hyderabad, the fastest-growing new IIT with a private institute BITS. 

• Only top rankers with JEE Advanced ranks in the range of 500–5500 get into IIT Hyderabad while those who don’t get through JEE Advanced or have ranks of 8000+ easily get good seats in BITS Hyderabad.
• BITS Hyderabad is BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus, not BITS Pilani.
• The average package of IIT Hyderabad is almost par with that of IIT Delhi and Bombay, while the average package of BITS Hyderabad is much lower. 
• IIT Hyderabad has a Fractal Academic System, under which there is regular testing and grading throughout the year. Also, you can fill your academic palette with the courses of your choice.
• The courses are industry relevant and updated, unlike older IITs.
• Owing to the Japan Collaboration, IIT Hyderabad students regularly get internship offers, job offers, and higher study and research opportunities in Japan.
• IIT Hyderabad frequently collaborates with IIIT Hyderabad for Hackathons, Coding Competitions, and other stuff. 
• IIT Hyderabad is still in its development phase and BITS has a much better campus than IIT Hyderabad.

I feel IIT Hyderabad is the better option for CS in comparison to BITS Hyderabad.

Both NIT Surathkal and IIIT Allahabad are reputed institutes for IT education in India. Here are some key points that can help you make an informed decision:

NIT Surathkal:

• NIT Surathkal is a well-established institute with a strong reputation in the field of engineering, including IT.
• The institute has a strong faculty with experienced professors and researchers.
• NIT Surathkal has a good placement record, with top IT companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon visiting the campus for recruitment.
• The institute provides students with excellent facilities, including well-equipped labs and libraries.
• The campus has a good infrastructure with modern amenities for students.
• NIT Surathkal is located in Karnataka, which is a hub for IT companies, providing ample opportunities for internships and industrial exposure.

IIIT Allahabad:

• IIIT Allahabad is a specialized institute focused on IT education and research.
• The institute has a strong emphasis on research, with a large number of research papers published in reputed journals every year.
• IIIT Allahabad has a good placement record, with top IT companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle visiting the campus for recruitment.
• The institute provides students with excellent facilities, including well-equipped labs and libraries.
• The campus has a good infrastructure with modern amenities for students.
• IIIT Allahabad is located in Uttar Pradesh, which is emerging as a hub for IT companies, providing ample opportunities for internships and industrial exposure.

In conclusion, both NIT Surathkal and IIIT Allahabad are excellent options for IT education in India, and the choice ultimately depends on your personal preferences, location, and other factors

Comparing the two NITs we know NIT Trichy has a better ranking than NIT Jalandhar. It also holds a stronger brand name. Unless you are extremely interested in Software, I suggest Production Engineering is a better choice. Some points to prove my opinion are:

• NIT Trichy ranks in the top 15 engineering institutes in the country from a placement perspective.

• More companies visit for campus placements like Amazon, Microsoft, Flipkart, and Cisco.

• NIT Trichy has an upper hand in faculty, infrastructure, competitive environment, peers, resources, curriculum, labs, and alumni network.

• Many finances, banking, consulting, etc. based roles are offered at NIT Trichy and these opportunities are considerably low at mid-level NITs such as NIT Jalandhar.

• Post Graduation, if you wish to switch sectors then the brand name of NIT Trichy will help you along the way.

So don't lose a much stronger brand simply because of a simple stream issue. Years down the line, your credibility will be determined by the brand of NIT Trichy solely and not by production engineering at NIT Trichy.

IIIT Naya Raipur CSE is a better option, in terms of placements. According to the recent placement highlights, the highest and average CTC for the branch is INR 10.5 LPA and INR 43 LPA, respectively. The placement rate for CSE is around 100%. Microsoft, Deloitte, Adobe, American Express, Ericsson, Capgemini, etc. visit IIIT Naya Raipur placements. 

The brand of IIM is well-respected and will continue to hold weight in the future. IIM Bodhgaya is a relatively new institute and has the potential to grow further in the coming years. While SIBM Bangalore may have slightly better placement opportunities, graduating from IIM Bodhgaya will be a great achievement and you will be proud to say that you have studied at an IIM.

It is important to note that both institutions have a strong culture of study and competition among students. However, if you have the determination and belief that you can score higher on the CAT exam and have strong academics, it may be worth considering giving it another shot for the chance to attend a better institute. It's important to weigh all the options and consider the long-term benefits before making a decision. Ultimately, the choice is yours and it's important to choose the institution that aligns with your career goals and aspirations.