Master of Computer Applications (MCA) of BU [Bangalore University]

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) under BU [Bangalore University] is a three-year-long professional post-graduate degree for candidates wanting to go deeper into the world of computer application development with the help of modern programming language. Department of Computer Science and Applications was established in the year 1986 by starting a P.G Diploma course in Computer Science. In 1989 the MCA programme was introduced and in 2006 the M.Sc Course in Computer Science was introduced. The programme is a blend of both theoretical and practical knowledge. The course covers the various aspects of computer applications, from software, networking, and hardware studies. Admission to MCA is based on a valid PGCET score.

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) under BU [Bangalore University] Eligibility Criteria

• According to AICTE, to pursue an MCA course candidates must have pursued BCA/ BSc/ BCom/ BA degree with Mathematics as one of the subjects at 10+2 level or graduation levels. 
• Minimum marks required: 50% to 60% (a CGPA above 6/10 is considered good) in Bachelor's; 55% and above in Class 12th. Class 10th marks do not matter in most cases.

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) under BU [Bangalore University] Admission Process

The admission process generally varies across colleges. There are two kinds of admission process for program enrolment. Entrance-based and merit-based. But most of the colleges provide admission based on the marks in the qualifying examination. 

Entrance Based Admission: The student must attend the entrance exam conducted by the particular college or university. The admissions will be allotted based on the rank in the entrance exam result. IPU CET, UPSEE, NIMSET, TANSET VIT MEE, etc are some of the top entrance exams for admission to this programme. The general admission process through the entrance exams is as given below.

The general admission process includes three major steps. 

1. Application - To make a successful application submission you have two ways, online and offline modes. In offline mode, you need to go to the institution physically, buy the application form, fill up the form without error, attach appropriate documents and submit it. When it comes to online, you can log in to the particular college's / university's web portal, register with required details, upload the necessary documents, pay the prescribed application fee and submit it. But you are fortunate that now you can book your seat in any college of your choice, completely online by using the application form on this website. 
2. Entrance Exam - Now after the application scrutiny, if your application is accepted, you can appear for the entrance exam. There are a lot of institutions that conduct the entrance exams online but in some universities and colleges, you need to appear physically. Once the exam results are out, the selected applicants will be called up for the personal interview. 
3. Personal Interview - In this round, there is normally a group discussion followed by a one-on-one personal interview. Some colleges and universities skip the GD but conduct only PI. If you impress the board, you are selected, and then you can pay the first-year tuition fee and start your journey. 

Merit-Based Admission: This also can be called Management Quota admission or Direct admission. The admission is allotted based on the marks obtained in the competitive examination. In this admission process, the student has to apply directly to the desired university or college through their application process. Some of them offer online and some offline. However, if you wish to apply to any college that is listed in our portal, you can make a direct application to the college by using our online application form after selecting your choice.