BCA Course: Fees 2023, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

Updated on Feb 3, 2025 03:43 IST
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As a 3-year undergraduate programme, the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) is a popular choice of higher education for many students. To accommodate the various needs of the students, BCA course is offered in various modes such as degree, online, part-time and more. Students can check the eligibility and the course that is best suited for them and accordingly apply for admissions. Some of the top colleges offering BCA courses in various modes have been provided below. Read to know more about BCA Course.

Types of BCA Courses

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) is offered as various types of courses by the colleges/institutes. Students have the option to choose from regular degree courses to distance, online and part-time courses.

Popular BCA Courses 

While there are various types of BCA courses offered, the students are often seen to opt for degree courses since it focuses on providing deeper knowledge and practical skills.

BCA Degree Courses

Students can check the top colleges that offer BCA degree courses below.

Course Name

Colleges

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Vellore Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Christ University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

GL Bajaj Institute of Management, Greater Noida

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Loyola College

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Madras Christian College

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Lovely Professional University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amity University, Noida

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

SRM Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Brainware University

Distance BCA Courses

Some of the distance BCA courses and the colleges offering them are listed in the table given below.

Course Name

Colleges

B.C.A. Computer Applications

University of Madras – Institute of Distance Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications

 (BCA)

Tamil Nadu Open University

B.C.A.(Bachelor of Computer Applications)

Annamalai University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

JECRC University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amity Directorate of Distance and Online Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

IGNOU

Part-Time/Short-term BCA Courses

Students can also opt to study BCA as a part-time/short-term course. The list of the colleges offering these courses is given below.

Course Name

Colleges

BCA

Sandip University

BCA

IGNOU

Online BCA Courses

Eligible students can opt to study BCA as an online course. Some of the popular colleges offering online BCA courses are given below.

Course Name

Colleges

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Manipal University, Jaipur

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amity University

Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) Online Program

University of Mysore

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Lovely Professional University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

IGNOU

BCA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is BCA?

A. BCA is a 3-year undergraduate programme that aims to educate the student about the basics of computer applications and software development.

Q. What is the eligibility for BCA?

A. The basic eligibility for BCA courses is minimum 45% marks in 12 th standard qualifying examination.

Q. Do I have to pass an entrance examination for BCA admissions?

A. Some colleges accept students based on their 12 th standard marks while some conduct entrance examination for BCA admissions.

Q. Which are the top recruiters for BCA graduates?

A. Some of the top recruiters for BCA graduates are – Infosys, HCL, HP, Amazon, Flipkart, etc.

Q. What are the required skillset for BCA students?

A. Some of the skillsets that are required in a BCA student to excel in the subject are - ability to develop applications for practical aspects, strong programming skills, analytical thinking, creativity, etc.

Popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Specializations

Following are the most popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India. Learn more about these BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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#30 India Today

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#1 Outlook

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#49 India Today

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

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#39 Outlook

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5.2 LPA

#13 India Today

Popular Private BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India

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#39 Outlook

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BCA Applications open. Apply Now

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#45 Outlook

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).
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While filling out the MAH BCA CET application form, the candidates will have to upload their scanned photograph and signature. The uploaded documents must be as per the specifications mentioned by the official authorities. If the documents are not as per the specifications, then the candidates will

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Hey everyone! The salary for BCA specializations depends on various factors including the choice of specialization, the company your are working for, your employment level and experience, and the company location. In recent years the following specializations have gained much popularity and are in g

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Aastha Garg

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There is no official information indicating that NSUT plans to introduce a BCA programme for the 2025-26 academic session. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, I recommend regularly checking NSUT's official website or contacting their admissions office directly.

 

 

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The number of colleges offering Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) programs in Telangana varies across different sources. 47 such institutions 

 

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Divyesh

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MAH BCA CET 2025 exam dates have been announced. The authorities will conduct MAH BCA CET 2025 from April 29 to 30, 2025. Candidates will be able to attempt the examination as a computer-based test. For admission, the candidates will have to attempt the entrance examination and qualify with the req

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Nishtha Mishra

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No. MAH BCA CET application form will not be available offline. All candidates will have to fill out and submit the MAH BCA CET application form online at cetcell.mahacet.org. The authorities will not accept offline submissions. After completing the application submission, the candidates are advised

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Nishtha Jain

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MAH BCA CET 2025 application form is now available online at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can now register for MAH BCA CET 2025 until February 10, 2025. To be registered for the entrance exam, the candidates will have to fill out the MAH BCA CET application form 2025 with the required personal,

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Sumridhi Dhyani

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Yes, Amrita Ahead Online offers a three-year full-time BCA programme. The maximum duration to complete the course is six years. Candidates who have passed Class 12 or a three-year Diploma with at least 45% aggregate can apply for the BCA programme. Admission to the course is merit-based.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Students must pay ?3.6 Lacs during their 3-year BCA programme at Chitkara University for both tuition fees. 
The cost of living in the hostel amounts to ?2.4 Lacs for three years resulting in a yearly fee of ?80,000. 
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Shiv Kumar

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Pursuing a BCA at ITS- Institute of Technology and Science can be worth considering. The college reportedly has a good placement record with a high percentage of students securing jobs in top companies. Top recruiters such as TCS, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra are a part of placement drive. BCA course is

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To get admission to the BCA course at the Institute of Technology and Science, candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board. The mode of application is both online and offline. Interested candidates must visit the official website and fill out the application form. The institute sele

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Mohit B

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Institute of Technology and Science offers BCA and BBA programmes. The tuition fee for these courses is around INR 4.61 LPA. These courses are offered in affiliation with CCS University, Meerut. The BCA course was ranked 23 by the India Today in 2024. Admission to the BCA and BBA courses is based on

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To grow your job prospects after a BCA program, you can go for online Diplomas or certifications in specific fields of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Web Development, Software Testing, Project Management, and Network Administration.

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Shikha Arora

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ITS Ghaziabad offers admission to BCA course as per the norms and procedures laid down by CCS University. Selected candidates need to report at the institute with the below documents for verification:

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Nishtha Shukla

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The Lateral Entry syllabus of BCA covers the last 4 semesters with the same material as the regular program. Here's the BCA lateral entry syllabus:

BCA Subjects Semester III

Interpersonal Communication

Introductory Algebra

Financial Accounting

Software Engineering

Database Management Systems

Object Oriented Programming Using C+

BCA Subjects Semester IV

Computer Networks

Programming In Java

Java Programming Lab

DBMS Project Lab

Web Technology Lab

 

BCA Subjects Semester V

Unix Programming

OOAD Using UML

User Interface Design

Graphics And Animation 

Python Programming

Business Intelligence

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Design And Analysis Of Algorithms

Client-Server Computing

Computer Architecture

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Multimedia Applications

Introduction To Soft Computing

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Yes, ITS Ghaziabad offers a three-year BCA programme spread across six semesters. The programme is offered at the UG level. Aspirants need to complete Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board to apply for BCA. 

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CUET for BCA includes three sections: Language, Domain-specific, and General Aptitude. You get 60 minutes for each section. The language will be tested: Literary Aptitude and Vocabulary. The domain-specific questions will be MCQs based on the subject. Lastly, General aptitude will question your Gene

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Some of the top colleges offering BCA in India include Amity University, Galgotias University, Christ University, MIT-WPU, Parul University, and Jain Deemed-to-be University.

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Of course, there are many international job prospects for students who have completed a BCA course, with top countries like the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand having a high demand for skilled IT professionals in various technical fields of software development, data science, cybersec

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Lalit Rastogi

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Hello friend! Well, no, not all top colleges charge a hefty fee for admission into their BCA programs. In fact, if you are looking for a top-ranking and affordable institute offering the programme in Delhi NCR, then you should consider Geeta University.

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Aastha Garg

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Hello Anjali! Most colleges/universities provide admission into their BCA program only to students from science stream. However, Geeta University is a top-ranked private university in Delhi NCR, where you can get admission in BCA Artificial Intelligence, even if you are from Commerce background.

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Hello Rakshita! I think that following up the BCA programme with an MCA is the right decision. Here are some reasons why I think so.

·         Doing an MCA enhances your knowledge & skills making it easier for you to get better job options with higher salaries.

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Hello Rithisha,

Regarding your query, the rules for going out after class and on weekends, as well as the class timings, generally depend on the institution's policies. Here's a general guide:

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Ankit kumar

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The Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Lucknow primarily offers engineering and postgraduate courses, such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and MCA. Currently, a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) programme is not listed among their offerings.

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Ankit kumar

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Simply follow these steps to apply to Bharatiya Mahila Mahavidyalyaya College (BMCC) in Pune for a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program. First, go to the official BMCC website, which has the undergraduate course application portal online. Make sure you fulfil the BCA eligibility requireme

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Nidhi Kumari

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  • Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent with at least 55% marks

  • Fee: ?75,000 per semester (For Indian Students)

  • Duration: 2 years

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Nidhi Singh

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Yes, Chandigarh University offer the BCA programme at its Uttar Pradesh campus. This 3-year undergraduate course will focus on providing students with a strong understanding of computer applications.

The curriculum will cover essential areas such as programming, software development, and system manag

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Vandana Aggarwal

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To apply for the BCA course at Chandigarh University, UP, follow these simple steps:

  • Visit the official Chandigarh University website

  • Fill out the online application form

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