How good is 7.9 CPI at MNNIT Allahabad for a CSE first year student?

Grades are very important in our lives because they show how good you are in your studies.

• Most companies (especially good CSE companies) that come to campus to recruit interns or full-time jobs require a CPI of 7 or higher. 
• However, there are a few good companies that require CPI of 8.5 or higher, So, while you are good for the majority of them, there is still scope for improvement so that you end up in a good company in a good position.
• If you and a particular candidate are roughly equal in terms of the other skills (data structures, algorithms, databases, development, etc.), grades will undoubtedly break the tie. Good grades do not bring any harm, but rather some benefit. So, try to get as many points as you can.

Grades are extremely important if you want to pursue higher education, whether it's an MBA, an MS, or another post-graduate course. Some institutes will not even consider your application if you do not have the necessary academic credentials. In a broader sense, grades are critical if you want to pursue higher education.

So, the bottom line is that 7.9 is a good score, but it's not very good. Try to work on it. You still have plenty of time to improve your grades.