MCA Fees 2026: Check College-wise Fees Structure & Cost

Updated on May 20, 2025 05:58 IST
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MCA course fees of every college or university may differ depending on its college rating, entity type, placement records, infrastructure, etc. Of more than 2,400 MCA colleges in India, around 1,606 are private, and 350 are government institutions. Meanwhile, the remaining colleges are government-aided.

The MCA full form is Master of Computer Applications, a 2-year PG degree program designed to teach about computer applications and software development. Students who want to establish a solid foundation in Data Management, IT Infrastructure, Software Development, System Design, etc., opt for this program.

The average MCA fees in India range between INR 432 and INR 23 Lakh.

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MCA Course Fee Structure in India

Here are some top MCA colleges in India along with their course fee details:

Best MCA Colleges

Tuition Fee

Madras Christian College MCA

INR 77,200

Galgotias University MCA

INR 1.84 – 3.85 Lakh

Jain Deemed-to-be University MCA

INR 2.5 – 5.2 Lakh

Parul University MCA

INR 2.74 – 8.36 Lakh

IMS Noida MCA

INR 3.41 Lakh

Kristu Jayanti College MCA

INR 3.35 Lakh

Presidency College MCA

INR 4 Lakh

Christ University MCA

INR 4.38 Lakh

MIT WPU MCA

INR 4.8 Lakh

Amity University, Noida MCA

INR 5.4 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

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Q:   What is the MCA course fees in IGNOU?
A:

IGNOU is known to offer various courses through its distance mode. Master of Computer Applications (MCA) is one of those distance courses that is a 2-year long Correspondence programme that can also be extended up to 4 years as per the students' choice. The fees for the MCA course in IGNOU is around INR 50,800.

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Q:   What is the average MCA Course fees in India?
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The average fees for MCA course can vary largely depending upon the type of college/ institution ie. whether the college is government or private, because generally government colleges offer more affordable MCA programs, with total course fees potentially in the range of Rs. 432 to Rs. 3.34 Lacs for the entire program. On the other hand, in private colleges, MCA fees can vary widely, from around Rs. 50,000 to over Rs. 22 Lacs for the complete program, reflecting higher costs for advanced facilities, industry connections, and specialised courses.

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Table of contents
  • MCA Course Fees in Top Colleges
  • Popular Private MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Colleges in India
  • MCA Course Fees: Location-Wise
  • Low-Cost MCA Colleges
  • FAQs
  • Popular MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Specializations

MCA Course Fees in Top Colleges

Candidates can see the table below to find some top government college options along with MCA course fee details:

Best Government Colleges

Tuition Fee

Jawaharlal Nehru University MCA

INR 432

Delhi University MCA

INR 480

Government Arts College, Salem MCA

INR 4,003

Gujarat University MCA

INR 6,280

VJTI Mumbai MCA

INR 30,000

MCNUJC, Bhopal MCA

INR 70,246

Madras Christian College MCA

INR 77,200

S.S. Jain Subodh PG College MCA

INR 1.26 – 1.39 Lakh

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University MCA

INR 1.4 – 1.92 Lakh

NIT Trichy MCA

INR 2.1 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

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MCA Course Fees in Top Private Colleges

Here are some top MCA private colleges in India, along with MCA course fee details:

Best Private Colleges

Tuition Fee

Mount Carmel College MCA

INR 1.17 Lakh

Galgotias University MCA

INR 1.84 – 3.85 Lakh

Jain University MCA

INR 2.5 – 5.2 Lakh

Parul University MCA

INR 2.74 – 8.36 Lakh

IMS Noida MCA

INR 3.41 Lakh

Kristu Jayanti College MCA

INR 3.35 Lakh

Presidency College MCA

INR 4 Lakh

Christ University MCA

INR 4.38 Lakh

MIT WPU MCA

INR 4.8 Lakh

Amity University, Noida MCA

INR 5.4 – 11.2 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

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Q:   What is the fees for MCA course at top colleges in India?
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Top MCA colleges include JNU which is also very affordable as compared to the other colleges with an MCA fees of around Rs 4,071; while DU's first-year fee is around Rs 66,000.
NIT Trichy, costs over Rs. 3.35 Lakhs for the total course, whereas premium private institutions such as Amity, Christ, and VIT can charge between Rs. 3 Lakhs to Rs. 8 Lakhs.
Fees for other private universities such as Manipal and Lovely Professional University (LPU) are comparatively higher in range, ranging between Rs. 4 Lakhs to Rs. 10 Lakhs or more for the entire program. Students are also advised to be aware of additional fees such as admission fees, exam fees, hostel charges, and personal expenses.

Q:   Which colleges in India offer good ROI on MCA courses?
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Please refer to the table below for the best MCA colleges in India that provide low fees and high placement in India:

College NameTuition FeeAnnual Package Offered
Dravidian UniversityINR 30,000 - INR 37,500INR 51.36 LPA
Institute of Distance and Open Learning, University of MumbaiINR 49,330INR 15 LPA
Dr. Harisingh Gour VishwavidyalayaINR 4,800INR 9.5 LPA
A K Choudhary School of Information Technology, University of CalcuttaINR 12,000INR 9.2 LPA
University of KalyaniINR 40,000INR 9 LPA

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Popular Private MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Colleges in India

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3.24 L
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MCA Course Fees: Location-Wise

The MCA fee structure can also vary depending on the geographical location of the college. Whether it is a government or a private institution, Metropolitan cities have relatively better infrastructure, faculty, employment options, etc., which makes the fee structure of these cities comparatively higher. 

MCA Fees in Delhi

There are more than 35 colleges in Delhi, India (including government and private) offering MCA programs. Interested candidates can check the table below to find some top college options along with fee details:

Best MCA Colleges in Delhi Tuition Fee
Jawaharlal Nehru University MCA INR 432
Delhi University (DU) MCA INR 480
GITM MCA INR 97,200 - INR 1.16 Lakh
GGSIPU MCA INR 1.4 – 1.92 Lakh
IITM MCA INR 4.32 Lakh

MCA Fees in Bangalore

There are more than 120 colleges in Bangalore, India (including government and private) offering MCA programs. Interested candidates can check the table below to find some top college options along with fee details:

Best MCA Colleges in Bangalore Tuition Fee
Jyoti Nivas College MCA INR 1.17 Lakh
Jain University MCA INR 2.5 - 5.2 Lakh
The Oxford College of Science MCA INR 4 Lakh
Christ University MCA INR 4.38 Lakh
St Joseph's University MCA INR 4.4 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

MCA Fees in Pune

There are more than 100 colleges in Pune, India (including government and private) offering MCA programs. Interested candidates can check the table below to find some top college options along with fee details:

Best MCA Colleges in Pune Tuition Fee
UNIPUNE MCA INR 78,600
D.Y Patil International University MCA INR 2.4 Lakh
Vishwakarma University MCA INR 3.6 Lakh
MIT College of Management MCA INR 4 Lakh
MIT WPU MCA INR 4.8 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

MCA Fees in Hyderabad

There are around 80 colleges in Hyderabad, India (including government and private) offering MCA programs. Interested candidates can check the table below to find some top college options along with fee details:

Best MCA Colleges in Hyderabad Tuition Fee
Nizam College MCA INR 30,000
Osmania University MCA INR 30,000
University of Hyderabad MCA INR 79,340
Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology MCA INR 1.9 Lakh
Anurag University MCA INR 2 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

MCA Fees in Chennai

There are more than 50 colleges in Chennai, India (including government and private) offering MCA programs. Interested candidates can check the table below to find some top college options along with fee details:

Best MCA Colleges in Chennai Tuition Fee
Madras University MCA INR 22,000
Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute MCA INR 1.2 Lakh
SRM School of Science and Humanities MCA INR 1.5 - 3 Lakh
SRM Ramapuram MCA INR 2 Lakh
VIT Chennai MCA INR 2.74 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

MCA Fees in Kolkata

There are more than 35 colleges in Kolkata, India (including government and private) offering MCA programs. Interested candidates can check the table below to find some top college options along with fee details:

Best MCA Colleges in Kolkata Tuition Fee
Jadavpur University MCA INR 20,320
IEM Kolkata MCA INR 2.1 Lakh
Techno Main Salt Lake MCA INR 2.52 Lakh
Brainware University MCA INR 2.8 Lakh
Adamas University MCA INR 2.95 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

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MCA Course Fees in Distance Colleges

More than 200 colleges offer MCA Distance Education in India. It offers a flexible learning pathway to earn a master's degree in computer applications without the constraints of regular classroom attendance. Here are some top MCA distance colleges in India along with MCA Distance course fees:

Best MCA Distance Colleges Tuition Fee
Madras University Distance Education MCA INR 34,550
Tamil Nadu Open University MCA INR 37,100
IDOL Mumbai University MCA INR 39,878
IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University MCA INR 50,800
Periyar University MCA INR 49,335
DMIHER MCA INR 1.76 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

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Q:   Are there any scholarships offered to MCA students?
A:

Some central as well as state-specific scholarships are found on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) along with other schemes from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) like AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships.
These scholarships are available for various courses with MCA - Master of Computer Applications being one of them. These are usually given out on the basis of merit in class 12 and bachelor's degree, along with some additional factors.
Other scholarships include - the Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) which provides financial assistance to students from families of ex-servicemen, and the National Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies (NSPG) offers support for economically weaker students pursuing postgraduate degrees.

Low-Cost MCA Colleges

Among 2,400 MCA colleges, while many institutes have a fee structure in Lakhs, some also provide MCA programs at affordable prices. Here are some of the best MCA colleges with low fees in India:

Low Fees MCA Colleges Tuition Fee
Vivekanandha College of Arts and Science For Women, MCA INR 4,006
BHU MCA INR 15,664
JLU Bhopal MCA INR 60,000
Periyar Maniammai University MCA INR 70,000
DAV University MCA INR 80,000
Parvathaneni Brahmayya Siddhartha College of Arts and Science MCA INR 96,000

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

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FAQs

In this section, you will find FAQs related to MCA course fees.

Q:   Are study materials and textbooks included in the MCA course fees?
A:

No, the MCA course fee does not include cost of any textbooks or any other study material unless mentioned in the fee structure handed to you at the time of your MCA admission. Though when it comes to online MCA, generally, the digital study material is provided to you by the mentors. In case of an offline MCA, you may need to invest in physical study materials like books, sample papers, and additional software, considering MCA covers fundamental and advanced-level computer Science concepts.

Q:   Do MCA colleges charge separately for lab facilities?
A:
MCA course fees usually include the lab fees within the tuition fee structure known to students at the time of admission. However, students should still check the specific MCA fee structure of their chosen college, as additional costs for other facilities, examination fees, and more miscellaneous expenses are very common, especially at private institutions.

 

 

Popular MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Specializations

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The highest package offered in MCA course is INR 60 lacs per annum. College has 100% placement assistance. More than 1800 recruiters offer job during the placement cycle at GLA University. Students also get opportunity for summer internships, which helps in enhancing their current skillset.

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The last date has not been released on website yet. However, according to Shiksha, students must make their application in the month of July, 2026. After clearing the exam, students have to appear for GLAET counselling along with their documents for verification.

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The total MCA course fees is INR 3,11,000. Students must pay the amount after admission confirmation. They can pay the fees in college or online. GLA University accepts fees in various methods, such as UPI, net banking, demand draft and more. For detailed information on fee structure, students can v

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The students looking to get admission into MCA course, must pass UG degree with at least 50% marks. It should be done from a recognised college. Students must have mathematics as one of the subjects in class 12. They also have to appear for GLA entrance test for MCA course admission.

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The highest package recorded during SPIT MCA placements has not been released yet. However, the average and median package recorded for MCA is given in the table below:

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BTech Placement Statistics (2025)

Average Package

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Sardar Patel Institute of Technology has released its placement highlights for MCA. The data tabulated below provides the data recorded in the recent years:

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MCA Placement Statistics (2024)

MCA Placement Statistics (2025)

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Placement Rate

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Average Package

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INR 7.65 LPA

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INR 7 LPA

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