★Postgraduate

MCA decoded

A two-year master’s in computer applications that deepens software engineering, data and cloud skills.

Students studying MCA

Duration

2 years

Eligibility

BCA / B.Sc / B.Com / BA with Mathematics at Class 12 or graduation level

Entrance exams

NIMCET, CUET-PG, UPTAC (AKTU colleges), University tests

First-year fee range

₹0.70 L to ₹2.82 L (16 colleges)

What you study

  • Advanced programming and algorithms
  • Software engineering and databases
  • Cloud, data science and security electives
  • Major project

Suits you if

  • You have a BCA or a maths-based degree
  • You want a developer or analyst career

Career map

  • → Software engineer
  • → Data analyst
  • → Cloud / DevOps engineer
  • → IT consultant

Am I eligible for MCA?

AICTE minimum for MCA.

Specialisations

Software EngineeringData Science & AICloud ComputingCyber Security
MCA vs M.Tech

Colleges offering MCA (25)

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DCA partner

IILM University, Greater Noida

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh

MCA fee
₹1.5L/yr
2026-27, official
Placements
Not verified

Admissions: ask a counsellor for current status

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DCA partner

IIMT University

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh

MCA fee
₹1.2L/yr
2026-27, official
Placements
Not verified

Admissions: ask a counsellor for current status

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DCA partner

Bennett University

Greater Noida, Uttar PradeshNAAC A+

MCA fee
₹2.15L/yr
2026-27, official
Placements
Not verified

Admissions: ask a counsellor for current status

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DCA partner

Chandigarh University

Mohali, PunjabNAAC A+

MCA fee
₹1.86L/yr
2026-27, official
Placements
Not verified

Admissions: ask a counsellor for current status

FAQs

Can a B.Com graduate do an MCA?

Yes, if you studied Mathematics in Class 12 or graduation, subject to the college’s criteria.

Not sure MCA is right for you?

A counsellor can match the course to your marks, budget and goals.

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