u/Individual_Fan9154

If I realistically know that, given my capabilities, I probably won't be able to graduate with a CGPA above 8.5, should I still put significant effort into maximizing my 8.13 CGPA from my current end of sem4 and getting as high as possible?

Or is it sufficient to simply maintain a CGPA above 8 and invest the extra time in skill development, projects, and interview preparation?

Do companies still internally prefer an 8.4 candidate over 8.1? Apart from skills and projects