What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at NIT Agartala?

The first year of college life for an engineering student is when your dream is in the initial stages. It's the year when you enjoy maximum free time and freedom and are not burdened with the pressure of academics, internships, or placements. However, some waste this time and regret it later. So you need to maintain a healthy balance between enjoying your college life as well as excelling in academics. Here are some tips that will help you maintain this balance

• Rather than following someone else's footsteps, it's best to focus on your own passions and goals. Prepare your own path and follow it religiously
• Socialize and make good friends. Your friends dont have to be your batch mates, some find good friends among their seniors too. Make friends you can not only hang out with but also get some motivation and support from during exams
• Dont fall for the trap ‘Grades Dont Matter’ because no matter how intelligent a person claims it, the truth is your CGPA does matter. Maintain a good CGPA round 8.5-9CGPA 
• Maintain a good rapport with the faculty and try to be in their good books. The truth is no matter how good your CGPA is, if your image isn't good, you will get good grades.
• Either become a part of some academic clubs or study on your own through online courses (like Coursera). This will strengthen your basic and increase your chances of getting internships or projects.
• The first year will give you a lot of free time so indulge in one of the sports. You need a healthy body for a healthy mind.

Enjoy the first year at NIT Agartala to the fullest but not at the expense of ruining your academics.