Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 

at NIT Raipur, Raipur

A total of 71 students were placed out of 104 students during NIT Raipur MCA placements 2023. The key highlights of NIT Raipur MCA placements 2023 as compared with 2022 and 2021 are presented below:

Particulars	MCA Placement Statistics (2021)	MCA Placement Statistics (2022)	MCA Placement Statistics (2023)
Eligible students	59	87	104
Total offers received	39	76	72
Students placed	38	70	71

The National Institute of Technology Raipur MCA fee is INR 2.10 lakh. The tuition fee is calculated on the basis of the first year. The actual amount may vary. Apart from the mentioned tuition fee, a one-time payment of INR 4,800 will be charged. The one-time payment includes the institute development fee. For a detailed NIT Raipur MCA fee structure, click here. 

Yes, candidates seeking admission to the National Institute of Technology Raipur MCA course must visit the official website of the National Institute of Technology Master of Computer Applications Common Entrance Test (NIMCET). NIMCET 2023 will be conducted by NIT Raipur tentatively in June. Interested students need to fill out the NIMCET application formto appear for the NIMCET exam 2023.  For More details regarding the NIMCET exam pattern, eligibility criteria, application form process, etc., click here. 

 Students applying for the National Institute of Technology Raipur MCA course must have passed a three-year degree or equivalent degree from a recognised University/Institute with a minimum aggregate of 60% (of all the years) or an equivalent CGPA of 6.5/10. In the case of SC/ST candidates, 55% aggregate marks (of all the years) or an equivalent CGPA of 6.0/10 is the eligibility requirement.

NIT Raipur offers various courses such as BTech, MTech, MSc, MCA and MA. Admission to these programmes are entrance-based. For admission to the BTech programme the aspiring candidates need to have class 12 degree with a minimum of 75%. The other courses offers needs the candidates to clear other entrance exams i.e., GATE for MTech, JEE for BTech, NIMCET for MCA, IIT JAM for MSc.

National Institute of Technology Raipur offers scholarships to UG, PG, and various other course students as financial assistance. The below-mentioned table reflects on the various scholarships offered by the National Institute of Technology Raipur:

NIT Raipur Scholarships
Dr. K. Sugandhi Scholarships	Sh. Manghandas & Smt. Sundari Devi Hablani Memorial Scholarships

Candidates preparing for IITs are only required to appear for the JEE Advanced entrance exam after qualifying JEE Main. Students who who secure above the 98th percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 2 should start preparing for JEE Advanced 2025 immediately. Those who score between 95th and 98th percentile should focus on improving their JEE Main score by taking multiple mock tests and practicing previous year's question papers. By analysing their strengths and weaknesses, candidates can identify their areas of proficiency and topics where they need improvement. If they can achieve full marks in their practice sessions, they can start preparing for JEE Advanced. However, if they cannot score full marks, it is recommended that they appear for multiple mock test series for more practice. 

{Source: MCA students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's what stands out:

Pros:

* Industry readiness: The MCA course at NIT Raipur focuses on making students industry-ready, with a strong emphasis on coding and practical applications.
* Good faculty: Teachers are described as helpful, knowledgeable, and experienced, providing guidance and support to students.
* Placements: The college has a decent record when it comes to placements, with many companies visiting the campus, offering salaries ranging from INR3 LPA to INR20 LPA (average being around INR8 LPA).
* Infrastructure: The college has modern infrastructure, including Wi-Fi-enabled classrooms, libraries, and computer centers.
* Events and festivals: The college hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, providing students with a vibrant campus life.

Cons:

* Outdated syllabus: Some students feel that the course curriculum could use updating, particularly in terms of incorporating newer technologies and programming languages.
* Hostel issues: Due to limited hostel capacity, many students opt to stay off-campus, leading to logistical challenges.

Overall, the majority of students and alumni agree that pursuing MCA at NIT Raipur is a good choice, citing the college's focus on industry-readiness, supportive faculty, and decent placements. However, some areas require improvement, such as updating the syllabus and addressing hostel capacity issues.

To apply for NIT Raipur courses the aspirng candidates must visit the official website of respective national-level entrance exam conducting bodies and fill out the application form in online mode. The application process for the courses provided is different for each course. For the BTech and M.Tech courses they need to visit the official website of the relevant entrance exam (JEE Main, CAT, GATE, etc.)

NIT Raipur CSE average package is not released. However, the overall average package offered during NIT Raipur placements 2023 stood at INR 13.75 LPA. Further, NIT Raipur average package trends witnessed over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Average package	INR 9.37 LPA	INR 10.12 LPA	INR 13.75 LPA