GITAM University Vizag Campus MCA Courses & Fees 2024: Admission Dates, Fee, Selection

Ideally, candidates should commence their preparations for the GITAM Admission Test (GAT) several months before the examination date. It is advisable to stay focused on their studies six to eight months prior to the scheduled exam date. This extended preparation period allows candidates to comprehensively cover all the topics within the exam syllabus, engage in mock test sessions, and enhance their test-taking skills. The specific timeline for GAT preparation may vary depending on individual study habits and existing subject knowledge.

To prepare effectively for GAT, candidates should adhere to the following guidelines:

1. Evaluate their performance to identify strengths and weaknesses.
2. Acquire relevant GAT study materials.
3. Create a structured study plan.
4. Engage in regular practice and participate in mock test sessions.
5. Compile concise notes for efficient revision.

The GITAM Admission Test (GAT) is conducted as a computer-based test in multiple states of India and as an online proctored test for select courses. GAT is a standard test for admission to all GITAM campuses located in Vishakapatnam, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and GIMSR. The duration of the test is either 1 or 2 hours, depending on the course applied for. The test comprises multiple-choice questions that are objective in nature. Each question has four options, out of which one is correct, and carries 1 or 2 marks for every correct answer. Incorrect answers and unanswered questions are assigned zero marks.

The last date to apply for Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 is expected to be in third week of April 2024. Candidates failing to meet the deadline to fill the application form will be required to pay the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 late fee along with the application fee. Candidates will be required to pay the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 application late fee of INR 1000, INR 2000, INR 3000 or INR 5000 as per the last date to apply for Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 exam. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2024 registrations will commence anytime soon.

To be eligible to pursue MCA at GITAM, applicants are required to have scored at least 50% in BCA/bachelor's Degree in Computer Science Engineering. A relaxation of 5% in the eligibility requirement is given to the candidates belonging to the resereved categories. Hence, candidates belonging to reserved categories with a minimum of 45% in BCA/bachelor's Degree in Computer Science Engineering are eligible to apply for the programme. However, meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission to the institute's MCA programme. MCA admission at GITAM is entrance-based. The seats are allotted to the candidates with a valid score in the accepted entrance exam. In case a candidate fails to secure a seat the GITAM for MCA, they can look for other colleges/universities providing the programme. They can also check out the colleges offering online MCA courses.

GITAM GAT 2025 exam date will be announced on the official website. The exam is expected to be held across 8 phases starting from January 2025 to July 2025. This national-level exam is conducted for admission to all GITAM campuses located in Vishakapatnam, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and GIMSR. The duration of the test is either 2 or 1 hour, depending on the course for which the GAT is being conducted. Each correct answer will be awarded 2 or 1 mark, and wrong answers and unanswered questions will receive no marks. The exam is held in computer-based test mode at various centers, or can be held in online proctored mode for a few courses.