Is it good enough if I get CGPA of 8.4 in 1st year in NIT Trichy?

If you wish to go for a job after graduating from NIT Trichy, maintain a CGPA of 8.4 (and if possible, a slightly higher CGPA), and you will be in a good position at the end of your degree. 

Other than academics, focus on co-curricular activities. Learn new skills and do online courses during the next two years on industry-relevant topics. Be a part of clubs and work on your leadership skills. All these initiatives will make you a desirable candidate for a good position in the corporate world.

If you wish to go for an MS abroad, work hard during the rest of the semesters at NIT Trichy and make sure to end up with an 8.7 CGPA or more at the end of 3 years (when you’ll apply for colleges).  If you wish to go abroad for your higher studies, make sure to manage your time well and prioritize your studies above everything else.

If you wish to get scholarships and grants, even a 9.4 CGPA won’t be enough. Scholarships and grants such as DAAD, MITACS, SN Bose, Cargill scholarship, etc. are mostly impossible to get with a CGPA of less than 9.5 (a 9.3 or 9.4 may also not be enough).

Try to work harder and maintain a CGPA according to your future goals. Also, make the most of your time at NIT Trichy and enjoy your time in this institution.