Help me decide

I am currently at a very important stage in my career. I have been allotted M.Sc. in Digital Forensics & Information Security at NFSU Bhopal, but I also scored 98.21 percentile in the MCA CET, giving me a good chance of getting admission into a reputed MCA college.

My long-term goal is to build a successful career in cybersecurity, earn a good salary, and work in the IT security industry. While Digital Forensics is closely related to my academic background in forensic science, MCA offers broader opportunities in software development, cybersecurity, and campus placements.

I took a gap year to prepare for my future, so I want to make the best possible decision without any regrets. I am also interested in getting upgraded to a better NFSU campus, such as Gandhinagar or Goa, if seats become available.

At the same time, MCA admissions are still in progress, so I am waiting for the counselling and merit lists. I am trying to understand the refund policy, withdrawal process, and campus upgradation rules so that I don't lose either opportunity.

I want to choose the option that gives me the best combination of career growth, strong placements, financial stability, and a future in cybersecurity.