BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026: Application Form, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra MCA Entrance Exam 2026 ( BIT MCA Entrance Exam )

Rashmi Karan
Updated on Dec 23, 2025 15:38 IST

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The BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 application form will be out by the end of February 2026. Candidates can expect their BIT MCA Entrance Exam admit cards in the last week of May 2026. The BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 will tentatively take place in the last week of May 2026. According to the 2025 exam pattern, the  BIT MCA result 2026 is expected to be released in the second week of June 2026. The BIT MCA 2025 counselling is likely to take place after the results are announced. Classes will start around the end of August 2026. 

Table of contents
  • What is BIT MCA Entrance Exam?
  • BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • BIT MCA Highlights
  • BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 Result
  • BIT MCA 2026 Counselling
  • BIT MCA Admit Card
  • BIT MCA Syllabus 2026
  • BIT MCA Exam Pattern
  • BIT MCA 2026 Application Form
  • BIT MCA Eligibility
  • Colleges Accepting BIT MCA Score
  • BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 Contact Information
  • BIT MCA 2025 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is BIT MCA Entrance Exam?

The Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) MCA entrance exam is  a national-level online test for admission into the MCA program at BIT campuses like Mesra, Lalpur, Jaipur, and Noida. The selection process involves qualifying the online written test and, for shortlisted candidates, an interview. Applicants must have a graduation degree with mathematics or a related subject and meet the minimum percentage criteria (e.g., 55% for general category).  

The exam is conducted once a year in various cities across the country. The allotment of seats is done based on the candidates' performance in the exam through online counselling for BIT MCA.

BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Feb ' 26 - May ' 26

BIT MCA 2026 Application Form

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

BIT MCA 2026 Mock Test

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

BIT MCA 2026 Admit Card

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

BIT MCA 2026 Entrance Exam

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26

BIT MCA 2026 Result/Seat Allotment

TENTATIVE
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BIT MCA Highlights

Candidates can check the BIT MCA 2026 highlights from the table given below.

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

BIT MCA

Exam Conducting Body

BIT Mesra, Ranchi

Level of the exam

Postgraduate Exam

Mode of the exam

Online, i.e., Remoted Proctored Test

Courses Offered

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Exam Fees

  • INR 1,500 for Gen/OBC candidates
  • INR 1,000 for SC/ST candidates

Exam Duration

2 Hours

No. of Papers and Total Marks

1 Paper, 100 Marks

Total Questions

100

Marking Scheme

  • 1 Mark for every correct answer
  • No negative marking

Language of Exam

English

Colleges Accepting Exam Score

BIT Mesra and its campuses at Lalpur, Jaipur and Noida

Official website

bitmesra.ac.in

Contact Details

Contact No: 0651-2275444/896, 0651-2276002/004, 0651-2276494/495/498

Email: coa@bitmesra.ac.in

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BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 Result

DeskCalendarResult: Jun ' 26

The BIT MCA results are expected to be released in the second week of June 2026. To access the BIT MCA result 2026, no login credentials is required. The candidates can check the result in the form of a BIT MCA 2026 merit list. The allotted campuses can be checked through the results.

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Q:   Can I request for review of BIT MCA score?
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No. The candidates will not be able to request for review of the BIT MCA scores. Since the result will be prepared based on the performance of the candidates in the entrance examination, the correct obtained scores in BIT MCA will be available through the result. The candidates will be able to request for review of the other information present in the result.

Q:   There is a mistake in my BIT MCA result. What should I do?
A: 

All candidates are advised to check their BIT MCA result carefully. If any discrepancies are found, the candidates should immediately contact the authorities. However, the candidates should note that the authorities will not accept any requests for review of scores.

Q:   Will the BIT MCA result be sent through email?
A: 

No. The authorities will not send the BIT MCA result to the candidates through email. Candidates are advised to check the official notification on the portal to know about the result announcement. The result can be downloaded in the form of BIT MCA score card.

Q:   How does the interview and final selection of BIT MCA Entrance exam work?
A: 

The shortlisted candidates must appear for an online interview. The interview will carry 100 marks. The minimum cutoff is 40 marks. Candidates must earn 38 total weighted marks apart from being in the top 600 to make it to the final list. The interview part of BIT MCA Entrance exam is significant and carries 60% weightage.

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BIT MCA 2026 Counselling

BIT MCA entrance exam counselling involves online registration, where candidates will be required to fill in choices of BIT campuses in order of preference. After registration, BIT will allocate seats based on the rank of the candidate and the choices submitted during the online process.

How to register for BIT MCA counselling

  • Get the application link by accessing the official BIT Mesra portal.
  • To start the process, click the "APPLY ONLINE" link above and create a password.
  • Complete the online application form and submit.
  • After the registration is complete, select your desired campuses in the order of preference for seat allotment.
  • Be careful while submitting the choices as the choices submitted will be considered for the final seat allotment.
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Q:   How are candidates allotted seats during BIT MCA counselling?
A: 

In the BIT MCA counselling process, candidates are allotted seats based on their rank, campus preferences, category and seat availability. Candidates must select their order of preferences for campuses carefully.

Q:   Will BIT MCA counselling be held online?
A: 

Yes. Exam authorities will conduct the BIT MCA counselling online. To participate in counselling, candidates must register and fill their choice of campuses. Campus selection must be done in the order of preference. After the preferences are submitted, campus allocation will be done as per the candidate's rank and preferences.

Q:   What is the choice-filling process in BIT MCA counselling?
A: 

When you register for the BIT MCA counselling, you will be required to select your choice of campuses as per your preference. You must select the correct order of preference for final allotment.  

Q:   What after BIT MCA seat allotment result?
A: 

After the BIT MCA seat allotment result is announced, the candidates will have to confirm their admission before the final date, which will be announced soon. To make the confirmation, the candidates will have to report to their allotted campus and pay the required fee. Next, the candidates will have to submit their documents for verification. If the admission confirmation is not done, then the allotment will be cancelled.

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BIT MCA Admit Card

DeskCalendarAdmit Card: May ' 26

The BIT MCA admit card for 2026 is going to be available online. Registered candidates can download their admit card from the official portal https://bitmesra.ac.in/ using their credentials. Information regarding the candidate's allotted exam date, timings, guidelines, and more will be mentioned on the admit card. 

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Q:   Can I change my allotted centre in BIT MCA admit card?
A: 

No, since BIT MCA will be held as a remote-proctored test, there are no allotted exam centres. Candidates will have to attempt the exam at home or any other place with a working system and good internet. All of the required specifications for the remote-proctored exam has to be checked carefully by the candidates.

Q:   Can I present a soft copy of the admit card at the BIT MCA exam centre?
A: 

No. The authorities will not accept soft copies of the admit card at the BIT MCA exam centre. Since the exam is being held as a remote-proctored examination, the candidates will not be required to present their admit card at centres. The candidates will have to attempt the entrance test at home or any other place where the required specifications are met.

Q:   Will I receive the BIT MCA admit card by post?
A: 

No. The candidates will not receive the BIT MCA admit card by post. To access the BIT MCA hall ticket, the candidates will have to visit the official website and log in using the required credentials. No other mode will be used to release the BIT MCA admit card. All registered candidates will have to download the hall ticket to participate in the entrance examination.

Q:   How will the BIT MCA exam centre be allotted?
A: 

Since the exam is held as a remote-proctored exam, no exam centres have to be selected. Therefore, the candidates did not have to fill out their choice of exam centres while filling out the BIT MCA application form. 

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BIT MCA Syllabus 2026

BIT MCA syllabus consists of the subjects, units and topics that the candidates will have to study for the entrance exam. The subjects to be studied for BIT MCA 2026 are 

  • Computer Fundamentals
  • Mathematics
  • Analytical Ability
  • Logical Reasoning
  • General English

While preparing for the exam, candidates need to check the official BIT MCA 2026 syllabus so that they are aware of what has to be studied.

PART - A: Computer Fundamentals

  • Digital Logic
  • Computer Organization and Architecture
  • Programming and Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • Operating System
  • Databases
  • Computer Networks
  • Software Engineering

PART - B: Mathematical, Analytical ability, Logical Reasoning and General English

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I have to study the entire BIT MCA syllabus for the exam?
A: 

Yes, you must study the entire BIT MCA syllabus for the entrance test. The questions will come from the topics mentioned on the official syllabus only. You must study all the subjects and topics. 

Q:   What are the concepts that should be prepared for the Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning section of BIT MCA syllabus?
A: 

According to the official BIT MCA syllabus, the Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning section will cover logical situations and ask questions based on the facts as mentioned in the situation to check the analytical aptitude of the candidate.

Q:   Which subjects have to be studied for BIT MCA?
A: 

The BIT MCA entrance test will include questions from Computer Fundamentals. Mathematics, Analytical Ability, Logical Reasoning, and General English. The questions will be similar to those of the graduation-level examination. 

Q:   What is the exam pattern and marking scheme for BIT MCA Entrance exam?
A: 

The BIT MCA Entrance exam is a computer-based practored test. It includes 100 MCQs carrying 100 marks. The question paper is going to be divided into two parts: Part A (Computer Fundamentals) and Part B (Mathematics, Analytical Ability, and General English), each with 50 questions. 

For each correct answer, you will get one mark. No negative marking for incorrect responses. 

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BIT MCA Exam Pattern

Candidates are advised to check the BIT MCA exam pattern carefully. The BIT MCA entrance exam will be conducted as a proctored online test. During the 2-hour-long examination, candidates will have to attempt 100 objective multiple-choice questions. The exam syllabus includes questions from Mathematics, Computer Fundamentals, Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability, and English. For every right answer, 1 mark will be awarded. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

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Q:   What is the marking scheme of BIT MCA?
A: 

The official marking scheme for the BIT MCA entrance test has been released online. For each correct answer, one mark will be allotted. No negative marking for incorrect answers. Since there is no negative marking, candidates should attempt as many questions as possible to boost their chances of scoring well on the test.

Q:   What is the duration of BIT MCA?
A: 

The total exam duration of BIT MCA entrance test is 120 minutes.  The question paper will include 100 multiple-choice questions and no extra time is going to be given to the candidates to finish the paper. 

Q:   What is the division of questions in BIT MCA paper?
A: 

In Part A (Computer Fundamentals) there will be 50 questions. For Part B (Mathematical, Analytical Ability, Logical Reasoning, and General English), there will be a total of 50 questions. 

Q:   What are the passing marks for BIT MCA Entrance exam written test?
A: 

To qualify for the next stage, candidates must achieve a minimum qualifying score. The qualifying score in the written test is 35 out of 100 marks. Only those students who meet or exceed this score will be considered for the shortlist. Marks in the written test carry 40% weightage in the final selection list; therefore, scores well above the qualifying mark are essential for selection.

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BIT MCA 2026 Application Form

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The BIT MCA Entrance Exam application form for 2026 will be out by the end of February 2026. Candidates can expect their BIT MCA Entrance Exam admit cards in the last week of May 2026. The BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 will take place in the last week of May 2026, tentatively. While applying for the BIT MCA, the candidates would need to register, fill out the required details, upload documents and pay the fee through net banking/credit card/debit card. Only the registered candidates will be allowed to participate in the entrance examination.   

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Q:   What is the BIT MCA application fee?
A: 

For BIT MCA General category candidates, the application fee is INR 1500. However, the SC/ST category candidates will have to pay INR 1000. Fee must be paid online i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card. 

Q:   Is BIT MCA application filling an online process?
A: 

Yes. BIT MCA application filing is an online process. To access the BIT MCA application form, the candidates will have to visit the official portal. While filling out the application form, the candidates will have to fill out their personal, academic and contact details. No offline applications will be accepted by the authorities. The required BIT MCA application fee also has to be paid online i.e, through net banking/credit car/debit card.

Q:   What is the application fee for BIT MCA 2026?
A: 

The BIT MCA entrance test application fee is INR 1500 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC and ST category candidates would need to pay INR 1000. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the online payment gateway using credit/debit cards or net banking.

Q:   Which personal documents are necessary to fill out the BIT MCA application form?
A: 

Before commencing the BIT MCA registration process, candidates should keep certain personal documents ready for reference. Some of the important documents to be kept ready are the candidate's academic certificates i.e., class 10th and 12th marksheets, graduation marksheets, etc. Personal documents such as Aadhaar card, address proof, parents' income certificates and more should also be kept ready. This will help the candidates to smoothly fill and submit the BIT MCA application form.

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BIT MCA Eligibility

Candidates appearing for the BIT MCA 2026 entrance test need to fulfil the following official eligibility criteria. Candidates must have passed or appeared in any of the following courses

OR

  • B.Sc. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics

OR

  • B.Sc. in any subject with Mathematics or Statistics as one of the subjects at the graduation level

The candidate has to obtain a minimum score of 55% for the general category and 50% marks for the reserved category. Candidates with a B.Sc. Hons. must have a minimum of 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD) marks on average in their Honours subject. Candidates with qualifications acquired through correspondence or distance-learning programmes are also eligible.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the passing marks for BIT MCA Entrance exam written test?
A: 

To qualify for the next stage, candidates must achieve a minimum qualifying score. The qualifying score in the written test is 35 out of 100 marks. Only those students who meet or exceed this score will be considered for the shortlist. Marks in the written test carry 40% weightage in the final selection list; therefore, scores well above the qualifying mark are essential for selection.

Q:   How does the interview and final selection of BIT MCA Entrance exam work?
A: 

The shortlisted candidates must appear for an online interview. The interview will carry 100 marks. The minimum cutoff is 40 marks. Candidates must earn 38 total weighted marks apart from being in the top 600 to make it to the final list. The interview part of BIT MCA Entrance exam is significant and carries 60% weightage.

Q:   What is the exam pattern and marking scheme for BIT MCA Entrance exam?
A: 

The BIT MCA Entrance exam is a computer-based practored test. It includes 100 MCQs carrying 100 marks. The question paper is going to be divided into two parts: Part A (Computer Fundamentals) and Part B (Mathematics, Analytical Ability, and General English), each with 50 questions. 

For each correct answer, you will get one mark. No negative marking for incorrect responses. 

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Colleges Accepting BIT MCA Score

Candidates seeking admission through the BIT MCA entrance exam will be eligible to take admission in the 2-year (4-semester) full-time MCA programme offered at:

  • BIT Mesra
  • BIT Lalpur
  • BIT Noida 
  • BIT Jaipur
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BIT MCA Entrance Exam 2026 Contact Information

BIT Mesra Campus
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra
Ranchi, Jharkhand 835215
PABX: +91 651 2275444/2275896
Fax: 0651 2275401

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BIT MCA 2025 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read for BIT MCA 2025 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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Q:   When will BIT MCA 2025 exam be held?
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BIT MCA 2025 exam date has been announced. The authorities conducted BIT MCA 2025 on May 31, 2025. The entrance examination was held as a proctored-based online test for all registered candidates. For admission into the MCA courses offered by the institutes, the candidates had to qualify the entrance examination. More details about BIT MCA 2025 will be announced on the official website.

Q:   How can I prepare for the BIT MCA examination?
A: 

First of all, candidates preparing for the BIT MCA entrance test should know the official exam pattern and syllabus. They are recommended to make a timetable and split their daily routine so as to include both syllabus coverage and preparation. One of the essential practices is taking mock tests. Daily revision is a must for candidates.

Q:   Which documents have to be presented at the BIT MCA exam centre?
A: 

BIT MCA will be held as a remote-proctored exam, so the candidates are not required to be present at the exam centre. However, during the exam, the candidates will have to present their BIT MCA hall ticket along with a valid identity proof. Any one of the following photo ID proofs can be presented for verification - Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/School ID. 

Q:   What after BIT MCA seat allotment result?
A: 

After the BIT MCA seat allotment result is announced, the candidates will have to confirm their admission before the final date, which will be announced soon. To make the confirmation, the candidates will have to report to their allotted campus and pay the required fee. Next, the candidates will have to submit their documents for verification. If the admission confirmation is not done, then the allotment will be cancelled.

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The shortlisted candidates must appear for an online interview. The interview will carry 100 marks. The minimum cutoff is 40 marks. Candidates must earn 38 total weighted marks apart from being in the top 600 to make it to the final list. The interview part of BIT MCA Entrance exam is significant an

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To qualify for the next stage, candidates must achieve a minimum qualifying score. The qualifying score in the written test is 35 out of 100 marks. Only those students who meet or exceed this score will be considered for the shortlist. Marks in the written test carry 40% weightage in the final selec

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The BIT MCA Entrance exam is a computer-based practored test. It includes 100 MCQs carrying 100 marks. The question paper is going to be divided into two parts: Part A (Computer Fundamentals) and Part B (Mathematics, Analytical Ability, and General English), each with 50 questions. 

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