Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 

at HBTU Kanpur, Kanpur

Candidates with a valid Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Engineering/Technology or having a BCA degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL category) from a university recognised by UGC are eligible to apply. Applications of only the eligible candidates are acceptable. Moreover, applicants must hold the mark sheets and other documents during form filling and admission confirmation. 

Admissions to HBTU Kanpur MCA course is done on the basis of merit in National Institute of Technology Master of Computer Applications Common Entrance Test (NIMCET) or CUET-PG. Hence, the seat allotment process is carried out based on the applicants NIMCET rank. To take this test, candidates need to register online on its official website. Moreover, candidates also need to register on the university official website for this course and submit the application successfully by paying the fee.

The university accept applications via online mode. Aspirants must submit their admission forms on time to become eligible for admission to the course. The step-by-step process for online HBTU MCA application form is as follows:

Step 1: Visit the HBTU official website.

Step 2: Click on ‘Admission 2023-24’.

Step 3: Click on the available online registration link and select ‘New Application’.

Step 4: Select the preferred course.

Step 5: Select the preferred school, and course and enter the Aadhar card number.

Step 6: Fill out the application form.

Step 7: Pay the application fee (INR 2,500 – Non-refundable) and submit the application form.

Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU) offer two-years Master of Computer Applications (MCA) course. This PG-level programme is divided into semester pattern. Hence, the total course has four semesters. The mode of study for this course is full-time. For information on HBTU Kanpur MCA fees, eligibility, selection process, and more, Click Here.

The annual academic fee for MCA is INR 1.2 lakh. After seat allotment, a candidate has to deposit the balance Annual Academic Fee i.e., INR 60,000 for General/OBC category candidates and INR 35,000 for SC/ST/EWS candidates. The fee payment can be done via online mode and should be paid within the prescribed time period. For any more details about the fee structure, candidates shall reach out to the university admission office.

HBTU Kanpur admissions is entrance-based. Candidates need to clear the entrance exam to get a seat in the desired course. The accepted national-level entrance exams are JEE Main, NIMCET, IIT JAM, GATE, CAT, UGC NET/ CSIR NET. Moreover, the application process is online for all undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD courses. 

However, direct admission is offered in the BTech (Lateral) programmes. Eligible students can apply directly in the second year of the programme.

Harcourt Butler Technical University accepts JEE Main scores, followed by JoSAA Counselling for admission to the BTech course. In 2024, the cutoff ranged between 38255 and 89966 for BTech. 

Given below is the specialisation-wise HBTU BTech cutoff 2024 for the General category students: 

The cutoff in HBTU is the most competitive for the BTech CSE programme. Hence, it is one of the top course of the university. HBTU has been ranked #115 for its BTech course in the Times 2024 rankings. As per HBTU Kanpur 2022-23 consolidated placement report, the highest and average packge offered stood at INR 36 LPA and INR 9.30 LPA, respectively. Considering the course fee of the university, the ROI is good. Hence, BTech aspirants can definitely consider applying for admission in this university.

The admission procedure can vary slightly from one course to another. HBTU Kanpur admission process involves the below-mentioned steps:

STEP 1: Candidates need to register online by visiting the university official website.

STEP 2: Fill out the application form and submit it within the due date.

STEP 3: Candidates without accepted national-level exams, need to appear for the university entrance test.

STEP 4: A selection list is released for each of the course.

STEP 5: Shortlisted candidates may have to appear for group discussion and personal interview, depending upon the chosen course.

STEP 6: Seat allotment is carried out through counselling and candidates have to pay required fee for admission confirmation.

Harcourt Butler Technical University provides 50+ courses across six streams at undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD levels. These courses are accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The admissions to UG, PG, and PhD courses, namely MCA, MTech, MBA, BTech, PhD, and MSc are based on the entrance exam. All the courses at HBTU are offered under its five schools, namely the School of Engineering, School of Chemical Technology, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, School of Enterpreneurship and Management and School of Humanities and Social Sciences.