BCA Course: Fees 2026, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

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As a 3-year undergraduate programme, the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) is a popular choice of higher education for many students. To accommodate the various needs of the students, BCA course is offered in various modes such as degree, online, part-time and more. Students can check the eligibility and the course that is best suited for them and accordingly apply for admissions. Some of the top colleges offering BCA courses in various modes have been provided below. Read to know more about BCA Course.

Types of BCA Courses

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) is offered as various types of courses by the colleges/institutes. Students have the option to choose from regular degree courses to distance, online and part-time courses.

Popular BCA Courses 

While there are various types of BCA courses offered, the students are often seen to opt for degree courses since it focuses on providing deeper knowledge and practical skills.

BCA Degree Courses

Students can check the top colleges that offer BCA degree courses below.

Course Name

Colleges

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Vellore Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Christ University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

GL Bajaj Institute of Management, Greater Noida

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Loyola College

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Madras Christian College

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Lovely Professional University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amity University, Noida

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

SRM Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Brainware University

Distance BCA Courses

Some of the distance BCA courses and the colleges offering them are listed in the table given below.

Course Name

Colleges

B.C.A. Computer Applications

University of Madras – Institute of Distance Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications

 (BCA)

Tamil Nadu Open University

B.C.A.(Bachelor of Computer Applications)

Annamalai University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

JECRC University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amity Directorate of Distance and Online Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

IGNOU

Part-Time/Short-term BCA Courses

Students can also opt to study BCA as a part-time/short-term course. The list of the colleges offering these courses is given below.

Course Name

Colleges

BCA

Sandip University

BCA

IGNOU

Online BCA Courses

Eligible students can opt to study BCA as an online course. Some of the popular colleges offering online BCA courses are given below.

Course Name

Colleges

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Manipal University, Jaipur

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amity University

Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) Online Program

University of Mysore

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Lovely Professional University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

IGNOU

Table of contents
  • Popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India
  • Popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India. Learn more about these BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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5.16 LPA

#1 Outlook

6.92 L - 7.16 L
4.0

#44 India Today

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

2.76 L - 3.68 L
3.9

#24 India Today

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

3.75 L - 4.5 L
6.5 LPA

#3 India Today

4.02 L - 9 L
4.2

#39 Outlook

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

Popular Private BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Colleges in India

4.02 L - 9 L
4.2

#39 Outlook

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

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#72 Outlook

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

6.92 L - 7.16 L
4.0

#44 India Today

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

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3.38 L
3.0
4.8 L
6 LPA

#110 India Today

BCA Applications open. Apply Now

2.75 L - 5.4 L

Popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Specializations

Following are the most popular BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).
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Answered 5 days ago

Yes, Is the BCA course available at Government First Grade College, K.R. Puram.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 6 days ago

You need to pass 10+2 from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks in any stream. The process will be followed by a personal interview.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 6 days ago

Sorry, but you are not eligible for BCA course in Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University if you have passed my 12th with PCB stream.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

The real placement rate for online BCA at Manipal University, Jaipur is estimated to be around 30% to 50%. The average package offered here is around INR 3.5 LPA to 4.5 LPA and good package is around INR 6.5 LPA to INR 9 LPA.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

Top Universities and Colleges for BCA AI and Data Science are:

·       Christ University (Bangalore)

·       Amity University (Noida)

·       Lovely Professional University (Phagwara)

·       Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research (Pune)

·       Bennett University (Greater Noida)

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Swati Pandey

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

No college in the MP Epravesh offers BCA course. The courses offered under the MP Epravesh required their own score for admission purposes. 

The MP Epravesh will provide admission to the state colleges which do not take admissions through CUET UG exam.

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Rachit Kumar Saxena

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, CUET is not required for admission in BCA at Lloyd Institute of Management and Technology. Admission is offered based on performance in Class 12, followed by personal interview.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

VELS University BCA overall tuition fees is INR 1.2 Lacs - INR 3.6 lakh. The fee structure includes many components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

To get admission in VELS University BCA, students must meet the eligibility and selection requirement. The eligibility is to pass Class 12 in relevant subjects i.e. Maths, Computer science, etc. The final selection is merit-based on the percentage of marks secured in the qualifying examination. 

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates must pass Class 12 with a minimum of 50% aggregate from a recognised board with Mathematics/ Computer Science/ Information Practice/ Computer Applications/ Multimedia & Web Technology/ Data Management Application/ Web Application/ Information Technology to apply for BCA at Amity Ranchi.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 3 weeks ago

Aspirants do not have to pass any entrance exam for admission in BCA course of SDHR Degree and PG College. Candidates are selected based on their merit. Candidates must score 45%-55% in Class 12 with English as a subject for admission in BCA.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 3 weeks ago

SDHR Degree and PG College offers BCA for three-years in full-time mode. Aspirants after completing Class 12 with a minimum of 45%-55% aggregate can apply for any of the below mentioned BCA specialisations:

  • General
  • Data Science
  • Big Data & Machine Learning
  • Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates must pass Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate with Mathematics/ Business Mathematics/ Computer Application/ Computer Science to apply for BCA course at Institute of Engineering and Management. Hence, Mathematics is not compulsory. However, any one of the above mentioned subjects are requ

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 3 weeks ago

Brainware University offers four-year BCA (Hons) and BCA in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Aspirants can apply for BCA after completing Class 12 with a minimum of 50% aggregate. Admission is based on BET or merit of the aspirants.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 4 weeks ago

Candidate willing to take admission in BCA at K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce must submit the application form and pre-enrollment form before due date. Candidate must read the eligibility criteria properly, and apply only if he or she is fulfilling that. Candidate must submit all documents properl

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

BCA at K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce involves Mathematics. So, candidate must go through the syllabus once. There are two subjects namely Mathematics and the other one is Lab Mathematics. Both are of 4 credits. Apart from this, there are other subject or related subject like Statistics, Database

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce provides BCA with specific eligibility. The course if offered by the rules framed by the YCMOU University. There were placement events organized by Tech Mahindra, Infosys and iGATE in which three to four students were selected for the job. Also, students from this c

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

University Maharaja College Jaipur does not accept any entrance exam. The only eligibility criteria to take admission in BCA at University Maharaja College Jaipur, is Class 12. Candidate can apply online for the same.

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, candidate can consider BCA from University Maharaja College Jaipur. The college provides this course at total tuition fees of INR 6590. The eligibility criteria is Class 12. It offers BCA for three/four years.

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

Multi-Disciplinary Course for BCA contains Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Geology, Statistics, Psychology. Candidate must choose any one from the above list. He must make sure that the subject he is choosing is completely new to him. And he has not studied it

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, candidate can take admission in BCA at University Maharaja College Jaipur, if he didn't opt computers in Class 12. The eligibility criteria for BCA is only Class 12 with no specialisation mentioned. Candidate must complete all the formalities of admission to secure their seat.

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

The only eligibility criteria mentioned on the official website of University Maharaja College Jaipur, for BCA admission is Class 12. There are no other specific criteria like age limit, percentage, subject or related subject, etc. are mentioned on the website.

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Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

The Integrated BCA + MCA course fee is around ₹92,000 per year, plus exam fees and a few one-time charges. Students should check the official website for the latest fee updates before taking admission.

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Bdnc 101

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The best BCA specialisation at Galgotias University depends on your career goals. However, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI & ML) and Data Analytics are among the most popular choices because of their growing industry demand and career opportunities. 

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Aditya Sarit

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The coding labs and computer facilities for BCA students at Galgotias University are designed to support practical learning and skill development. Students have access to modern computer laboratories equipped with the software and tools required for programming, database management, web development,

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Aditya Pratap Singh

Beginner-Level 4

Answered a month ago

In my opinion, AI & ML, Cyber Security, and Data Analytics are some of the best BCA specializations at Galgotias. But the right choice depends on your interests and future plans.

 

 

 

 

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Bdnc 101

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The BCA batch at Galgotias University is moderately competitive. Students who actively participate in coding, projects, and skill-building stand out, while overall competition depends largely on individual effort and consistency.

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Chhama Saraswat

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

It's manageable, don't worry. You will easily manage your college time and your extracurriculars.

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Palak Gupta

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

BCA graduates from Jain Deemed to be University, Bangalore can pursue careers as Software Developers, Data Analysts, System Administrators, Web Developers, Cyber Security Analysts, Cloud Engineers, or continue higher studies and research. 

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

That entirely depends on the student and the career path they'd like to take. A Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) degree is more practical and uses a skill-based learning model. It is ideal for candidates interested in software development. A BSc CS degree is more theoretical and focuses on al

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Bhavya Jain

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