Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
at
IGNOU
Overview

Duration	2 years Get Curriculum
Total fee	₹50,800
Mode of learning	Distance/Correspondence
Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
at
IGNOU
Highlights

The maximum duration of the course is 4 years

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
at
IGNOU
Curriculum

The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) course offered at IGNOU is a 2 years programme. The IGNOU Master of Computer Applications (MCA) curriculum comprises various core and elective subjects relevant to the stream of IT and Software. The detailed curriculum can be downloaded in the form of a PDF from the link provided below:

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
at
IGNOU
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
Median Salary	3.36 Lakh

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
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IGNOU
Entry Requirements

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Candidate passed BCA/B.Sc(Computer Science)/B.Sc. (IT)/B.E.(CSE)/B.Tech. (CSE)/B.E.(IT)/B.Tech.(IT) or passed any Graduation degree(B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc/ B.Com./B.A./B.Voc./etc.) Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level equivalent degree with the mentioned marks in examination from recognized University.Student must register and successfully complete compulsory Bridge courses of IGNOU along with Master of Computer Applications programme:Students with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level:1. MCS-2012. MCS-208 Students without Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level:1. BCS-012 2. MCS-2013. MCS-208
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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
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IGNOU
Admission Process

Important Dates

Mar 30, 2026

(ODL/Online mode-Jan 2026) Fresh registration last date

Mar 30, 2026

(ODL/Online mode) (Jan 2026 session) Re-registration last date

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

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4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Indira Gandhi National open University is good for those who are willing to learn by yourself .

Placements: After completing master in computer applications from Indira Gandhi National Open University I got 65 percentage then after I had applied in many companies, although they didn't provide any proper placement as its a distance learning but even after that I am able to achieve one.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure of the Indira Gandhi National open University is not so very good although its an distance learning some of the examples of bad infrastructure are books delivery usually books material delivered to us even after our exams or sometimes when exams are on going.

Faculty: In Indira Gandhi National open University teachers are very helpful and qualified some of the professors are very knowledgeable they almost every time support us Always told us how to learn how to implement things that's even after as its an distance learning.

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2021Read More

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

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I am absolutely dissatisfied with the way of providing marks in examinations.

Placements: There are no placements for BCA and MCA students in IGNOU. Whenever I see the notice, I get to know that companies hire only B.Com and M.Com students. I have not seen any student got hired as an intern from BCA or MCA in the last 5 years.

Infrastructure: As it is an open learning university, there are only study centres which are fine but not much good. The infrastructure is not much good here. As we need to do coding, but all the computers are of very old specifications in the computer lab.

Faculty: In MCA, a single faculty member teaches us 2-3 different subjects. That teacher can't even teach us one subject efficiently. So, we need to take coaching from other sources. Some study centres provide paid coaching, but the teachers were the same.

Other: The way of providing marks in an examination is the worst I have ever seen. If you wrote for 80 marks out of 100 marks in an exam, they would give you only 30-33 marks, but passing marks are 40. When you opt for revaluation by paying Rs. 700 for every subject, then they increase the marks to above 40.

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Can I pursue MCA from IGNOU after Bachelor's degree without 12th?

Answered 7 years ago

Hi, MCA eligibility: Any graduate who has passed or is appearing for the final year degree examination in any discipline (science, commerce, arts, engineering or any approved university) is eligible to apply. Candidates must have mathematics as a subject in their 10+2 course or any one year of gra

Pallavi Jain

Guide-Level 12

What is the duration of MCA?

Answered 6 years ago

The minimum duration of MCA course of IGNOU is 3 years, while six years is the maximum duration of the course.

pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

Admission process in MCA

Answered 6 years ago

SJES College of Management Studies National Academy Of Sports Management (NASM) NSHM Knowledge Campus Sandip University Inspiria Knowledge Campus National Academy of Sports Management (NASM) NSHM Knowledge Campus. You can refer them.

kanu vashisht

Guide-Level 15

You have distance mode and last date Admissions session 2019-2021

Answered 6 years ago

IGNOU is a distant learning University. Last date to apply for all degree courses is 31st July and 15th July is the last date to apply for all certificate courses.

SAKSHI AGGARWAL

Contributor-Level 9

Can I get lateral entry to B.Tech course in computer science as I have completed six semesters in another university and doing a job?

Answered 7 years ago

If you have Diploma in engineering, then definitely you can get lateral entry admission for B-Tech.

shivam patel

Guide-Level 14

I had done my B.Sc IT in Sikkim Manipal University (distance). I'm planning to do MCA in IGNOU. Can I take the admission in IGNOU?

Answered 7 years ago

Yes, you will get admission in IGNOU, and this university is good for MCA, and it is a good choice for your future.

Vishal Kumawat

Contributor-Level 10

When will the admission process start for MCA?

Answered 7 years ago

The admission process starts in May and the last date to apply online is 30th June.

Jitendra kumar

Contributor-Level 6

My friend did BA (2009 -2012) from EIILM University. Is he eligible for Indira Gandhi National Open University for MCA?

Answered 7 years ago

Eligibility For MCA- Any graduate who has passed or appearing for the final year degree examination in any discipline is eligible to apply. Candidates must have mathematics as a subject in their 10+2 course or any one year of graduation.

ashutosh chauhan

Guide-Level 13

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