What should be my preference order: NIT Surathkal Mech, NIT Warrangal Mech, NIT Bhopal Mech, NIT Calicut Mech, MNNIT Allahabad Mech?

Among the above institutes, Mechanical at MNNIT Allahabad is quite good, considering the placements in PSUs. When compared to institutes like NIT Bhopal, MNNIT Allahabad is definitely much ahead in terms of placement and education. 

The table below gives a brief level of comparison of the institutes.

Key highlights:

• The mechanical department of MNNIT Allahabad is one of the oldest departments, consisting of excellent faculties.
• Several Public Service Units recruit students from Mechanical Engineering at MNNIT Allahabad.
• For students who are genuinely interested in core mechanical jobs, putting effort into preparation would definitely lead to a job with a decent salary package in MNNIT Allahabad.

Considering the above factors, MNNIT Allahabad is definitely a very good option for mechanical engineering, with excellent faculty support and a good rate of placement.