with this rank i think u shud go for archi as u r gettin mineral & mining at dhanbaaad in archi atleast u will get iit tag, but u will loose engineer tag,
Architecture @ IIT is a very versatile curriculum; and gives you the freedom to choose the career path you want. There are three major trends for placement: 1. Those who want to become hardcore architects typically donot appear for campus recruitment. They rather join some Architectural firm as interns with low starting packages; say 1.2 lacs PA. Within two years their salary triples; and the growth is constant! In the long run, they become entrepreneurs starting their own firms; and become rich men! 2. Those who opt for campus placement may get placed with a package anywhere between 3 lacs-23 lacs PA. Most of them join some big Software firms; and secure good career path after that. 3. Lots of Roorkee Archi guys go for Higher studies abroad; mostly to US and find place in top universities with good scholarships. The choice is yours! However, you must join archi only if you like it! All the best. rate me if it helps