MCA Admission 2025: Registration, Qualification, Selection Process

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MCA Admission 2025 is based on both the entrance and Class 12 scores. Candidates who are interested in advanced study of Computer Applications can apply for this course. Candidates should pass BCA or other relevant UG courses to be eligible for the MCA course. Exams that are accepted are NIMCET, BIT MCA Entrance exam, etc. Popular colleges for MCA are Amity University, School of Computer Science (UPES), VIT, etc.. The average MCA fee can range around approx. INR 1,800 to INR 9.8 Lakh.
Latest on MCA Course Admission 2025:
- The NIMCET 2025 results have been announced for admission to the MCA course. Moreover, the NIMCET 2025 counselling registration will begin on Jun 30, 2025.
MCA Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can see the geenral overview of the MCA eligibility below:
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Particulars |
Details |
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Education |
BCA or other relevant UG degree |
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Marks |
45% scores |
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Age Limit |
No age limit |
Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.
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MCA Admission 2025: Entrance Exams
Candidates can see the list of exams for MCA below:
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Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
| TANCET Exam 2026 | TANCET Exam Date 2026 |
| MAH MCA CET Exam 2026 | MAH MCA CET Exam Date 2026 |
| CUET-PG Exam 2026 | CUET-PG Exam Date 2026 |
| AP ICET Exam 2025 | APICET Exam Date 2025 |
| Karnataka PGCET Exam 2025 | Karnataka PGCET Exam Date 2025 |
| NIMCET Exam 2025 | NIMCET Exam Date 2025 |
Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.
MCA Entrance Exams-Related Topics:
Top MCA Exams in India for 2025: Check Important Dates & Eligibility
MCA Admission 2025: Entrance Exam Syllabus
Candidates can check the exam syllabus for MCA below:
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Entrance Exams |
Entrance Exam Syllabus |
|---|---|
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Thinking and Decision-Making Computer Awareness |
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General English Logical Reasoning Mathematics Computer Awareness Analytical Ability |
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General English comprehension and Verbal Ability Computer Concepts Logical Reasoning Mathematics |
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Quantitative Aptitude Data Sufficiency Computer Awareness Section |
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Mathematics (Algebra of Sets, Logic, Trigonometry, Sequence and Series, coordinate geometry of two dimensions, coordinate geometry of three dimensions, and Probability and Statistics) Computer Awareness |
Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.
Links useful for the entrance exam for MCA:
Best Books for TANCET Preparation
MCA Colleges Accepting Different Exams
Candidates can check the list of exams accepted for MCA:
Colleges accepting TANCET scores
Colleges accepting MAH MCA CET scores
Colleges accepting NIMCET scores
Colleges accepting OJEE scores
Recommended links for MCA exams 2025:
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MCA Admission 2025: Best Colleges in India
Candidates can check the list of government and private colleges offering MCA in India below:
Best Government MCA Colleges: Admission Details
Candidates can check the list of government colleges offering MCA in India below:
| Best Government Colleges Admission Details | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Jawaharlal Nehru University MCA Admission | INR 432 |
| Government Arts College, Salem MCA Admission | INR 4,000 |
| Delhi University MCA Admission | INR 24,928 |
| MCNUJC, Bhopal MCA Admission | INR 70,246 |
| Panjab University MCA Admission | INR 70,610 - INR 3.5 Lakh |
| Madras Christian College MCA Admission | INR 77,200 |
| S.S. Jain Subodh PG College MCA Admission | INR 1.26 Lakh - 1.3 Lakh |
| GGSIPU MCA Admission | INR 1.4 Lakh - 2.7 Lakh |
| NIT Trichy MCA Admission | INR 2.1 Lakh |
| Coimbatore Institute of Technology MCA Admission | INR 2.61 Lakh |
Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.
Best Private MCA Colleges: Admission Details
Candidates can check the list of private colleges offering MCA in India below:
| Best Private Colleges Admission Details | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Mount Carmel College MCA Admission | INR 1.17 Lakh |
| Galgotias University MCA Admission | INR 1.84 Lakh |
| Jain University MCA Admission | INR 2.5 Lakh - 5.2 Lakh |
| Parul University MCA Admission | INR 2.74 Lakh - 10.9 Lakh |
| Kristu Jayanti College MCA Admission | INR 3.35 Lakh |
| IMS Noida MCA Admission | INR 3.41 Lakh |
| UPES School of Computer Science MCA Admission | INR 3.68 Lakh - 5.1 Lakh |
| Presidency College MCA Admission | INR 4 Lakh |
| Christ University MCA Admission | INR 4.66 Lakh - 4.7 Lakh |
| Amity Noida MCA Admission | INR 5.4 Lakh |
Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.
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MCA Admission 2025: Best Colleges for Placements (in India)
Candidates can see the list of colleges with high packages for MCA graduates below:
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Top MCA Colleges |
Average Package Offered |
|---|---|
| Delhi University Placements | INR 16 LPA |
| IEM Kolkata Placements | INR 15 LPA |
| Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University Placements | INR 14.86 LPA |
| Dibrugarh University Placements | INR 14.55 LPA |
| Aligarh Muslim University Placements | INR 14.5 LPA |
| DMIHER Placements | INR 14 LPA |
| NIT Warangal Placements | INR 12.5 LPA |
| NIT Trichy Placements | INR 12.4 LPA |
| MNNIT Allahabad Placements | INR 11.01 LPA |
| Kalyani University Placements | INR 11 LPA |
Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.
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News & Updates
Jan 27, 2026
Student Forum
Answered Yesterday
The BAMU Aurangabad MCA cutoff 2025 was released in the form of opening and closing percentiles for all rounds and categories. The cutoff was published for both the All India and Home State quotas.
During the last round, the cutoff for the General AI category ranged from 13.54 to 76.92, wherein the
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The duration of MS in CS course at the Uni of Strasbourg is 2 years. The fees for this course is around INR 4.35 lakh. Other fees like insurance and utility charges will also be applied. B2 level of French is required for admissions. Students must have an UG degree for admission to this Strasbourg M
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
No. The official guidelines for BIT Mesra do not specify an upper age limit for the MCA program, provided you meet the educational and percentage requirements.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
Only if already completed. You are eligible if your programme is recognised by DEC-IGNOU and you have already passed the final exam at the time of application. Students currently "appearing" in their final year of a distance learning programme are not eligible to apply.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
For B.Sc. Honours students, the minimum required marks are-
- 55% for General and OBC
- 50% for SC/ST/PwD
Average is calculated for your Honours subjects only.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
No you are not eligible for the BIT MCA program. Only eligible degrees are-
Bachelor of Computer Applications
OR
B.Sc. in Computer Science
OR
B.Sc. in Information Technology
OR
B.Sc. in Computer Applications
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
Yes. You can apply provisionally. At the time of document verification, you must provide a certificate from your College Principal stating you will complete all examinations by June 2026. Final proof of passing with 55% (50% for SC/ST) must be submitted at the time of admission.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 5 days ago
The minimum eligibility for MCA at Lloyd Institute of Engineering and Technology is passing UG of a minimum of 3 years or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST). Candidates must have passed Mathematics at Class 12 or graduation level. The selection criteria is entrance bas
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
Yes. You’re eligible for the MCA program at the University of Kalyani if you have a bachelor’s degree with Mathematics (in 12th or graduation) and qualify WB-JECA.
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 5 days ago
Yes. With a B.Sc. in Mathematics, you are eligible for the BIT MCA program, as long as you meet the minimum percentage requirement and had Mathematics (or CS/IP) in Class 12.
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 6 days ago
The Kalyani University WBJEE JECA Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the MCA course for various categories under the Home State quota. The Kalyani University MCA Cutoff 2025 was also published for admission for the General AI category as well.
For the General AI category, the cutoff in the f
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
Yes. You can apply provisionally. At the time of document verification, you must provide a certificate from your College Principal stating you will complete all examinations by June 2026. Final proof of passing with 55% (50% for SC/ST) must be submitted by October 31, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth- Center for Online Learning MCA for two-years in online part-time mode. Candidates are offered admission to MCA based on their scores in the qualifying exam. Aspirants must pass graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for reserved category candidates) for
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
Candidates must pass any graduation degree (B.E./ BTech/ BSc/ BCom/ BA/ BVoc/ BCA, etc.) preferably with Mathematics at Class 12 or Graduation level with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for reserved category) to apply for MCA programme at Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth- Center for Online Learn
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
No, RV College of Engineering, Bangalore does not offer direct admission to MCA programme. The selection criteria for the programme is entrance based with the institute accepting Karnataka PGCET or KMAT for the same. The minimum eligibility is passing UG with atleast 50% aggregate score.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
In MCA programme their are subjects like, C, C+, Data structures and algorithms, python, java, machine learning, artificial intelligence, ALP, Discrete mathematics, Design and analysis of algorithms, computer graphics, wireless and mobile communication, software engineering, computer networks, crypt
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered a week ago
Candidates need to pass a bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant field with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for candidates belonging to reserved category and person with disability belonging to Maharashtra state only) to apply for MCA programme at ADYPU School of Engineering.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
The number of students graduated and placed during MCA placements in 2025 and past two years are presented below:
Particulars | MCA Placement Statistics 2023 | MCA Placement Statistics 2024 | MCA Placement Statistics 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
Graduated Students | 58 | 59 | 63 |
Students Placed | 52 | 42 | 39 |
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
The HNGU ACPC Cutoff 2024 was released for all rounds and categories under both the HS and AI categories for admission to the PG-level courses, like MBA, etc.
According to the HNGU Cutoff 2024 for the General HS quota, the admission ranged from 14144 in the first round to 14009 in the last round for
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
University College of Engineering, Kakinada has an entrance based admission process for MCA. The college accepts APICET scores only for MCA admissions. The minimum eligibility for the course is passing UG with atleast 50% aggregate, in the same domain, i.e., Computer Applications.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Global Institute of Information Technology, Greater Noida offers a five-year Integrated MCA programme at the UG level. Candidates need to pass Class 12 examination with a minimum of 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for reserved category) to apply for Integrated MCA. Admission to this course is based on
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
Candidates must pass BCA/ Bachelor degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent degree or BSc/ BCom/ BA with Mathematics at Class 12 level or at graduation level with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST) to apply for MCA programme at Global Institute of Information Technolog
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
You must have a bachelor's degree of at least 3 years in any discipline from a recognised university.
You need to have studied Mathematics either at the 10+2 level or during your graduation.
You should have at least 60% marks in aggregate in your bachelor's degree (55% for SC/ST).
Admission is based on
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered 2 weeks ago
The number of students placed during Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management and Technology MCA placements over the past three years are mentioned below:
Particulars | MCA Placement Statistics 2022 | MCA Placement Statistics 2023 | MCA Placement Statistics 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
Eligible students | 27 | 49 | 53 |
Students placed | 24 | 49 | 43 |
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 weeks ago
MCA placement trend witnessed at Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management and Technology in past three years is mentioned below:
Particulars | MCA Placement Statistics 2022 | MCA Placement Statistics 2023 | MCA Placement Statistics 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
the highest package | INR 8 LPA | INR 14 LPA | INR 14 LPA |
Average package | INR 4 LPA | INR 4.2 LPA | INR 4.5 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 2.4 LPA | INR 2.4 LPA | INR 3 LPA |
Eligible students | 27 | 49 | 53 |
Students placed | 24 | 49 | 43 |
Companies visited | 11 | 14 | 25 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management and Technology good in terms of MCA placements. MCA placement highlights 2024 are mentioned below:
Particulars | MCA Placement Statistics 2024 |
|---|---|
the highest package | INR 14 LPA |
Average package | INR 4.5 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 3 LPA |
Eligible students | 53 |
Students placed | 43 |
Companies visited | 25 |
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 weeks ago
The Shivaji University MAH MCA CET Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the MCA course for all categories of students under the All India and Home State quota. For the General AI category, the closing cutoff in the first round was 56.55, and in the last round the closing cutoff percentile was
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
University Institute of Engineering and Technology, CSJMU admission to MCA programme is based on entrance exam conducted by the university. Candidates need to pass the test to get a seat in the MCA programme. Aspirants must also meet the eligibility criteria to apply for the course. Candidates must
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 weeks ago
The total tuition fees for University Institute of Engineering and Technology, CSJMU MCA is INR 1.4 lakh. Aspirants need to pay the course fees to confirm their seat in the institute. The total fees includes tuition fee, caution deposit, exam fees, etc.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 weeks ago
Candidates must have passed a relevant UG degree programme from a recognised universiy with Mathematics at Class 12 level to apply for MCA at University Institute of Engineering and Technology, CSJMU. Aspirants must have documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.
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Guide-Level 15
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