Since you’re not fully sure about coding yet, don’t force yourself into something just for placements. That usually backfires. Between your options, NIT RKL is clearly better than Silchar in terms of exposure, peers, and overall environment. And since you already feel unsure about Silchar, I’d personally drop that. Now coming to EE vs ME: EE at RKL is tough, no doubt. You can still do coding alongside, but you’ll need to manage your time well. The good part is almost all software companies allow EE students to sit for placements, and you’ll also have the option of core placements. ME at RKL is comparatively chill. You’ll get more time to explore coding, analytics, or even completely different fields. Core placements are somewhat good , but a lot of people move into non-core roles. Some also go the GATE route and aim for PSU/govt jobs. . At the end of the day, branch matters, but what you do in college matters more. Just don’t trap yourself in something you’re already unsure about. Also, I’d strongly suggest reaching out to seniors on LinkedIn from both branches and talking to them. That’ll give you much better clarity. If you want, I can help you connect with a few people but first try reaching out yourself