Distance/Correspondence MCA
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6 months agoContributor-Level 9
A distance MCA will offer you physical study materials and occasional in-person sessions, making it a bit like a mix of online and offline learning. It's a good option for students who like a bit of structure but still want the flexibility to learn at their own pace.
Meanwhile, an online MCA is fully digital, and you can study wherever and whenever you want, as long as you have a stable internet connection. It's a good choice if you live far away from the college campus or want flexibility to balance your work and study.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi, surely you can pursue distance MCA in India without any entrance exam but you are advised to appear for exams like Karnataka PGCET, etc. to be considered eligible for most distance MCA colleges in India.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, it can be observed that pursuing distance MCA in India can be quite inexpensive as most of the colleges have an average tuition fee of less than INR 1 lakh.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, you can pursue Distance MCA after completing BTech though, it is not a popular choice among engineering graduates. You can also appear for GATE exam and pursue M.Tech after BTech. Some candidates who wish to secure a postgraduate degree related to Computer Science in distance mode opt for Distance MCA course. On completing MCA after BTech you will be eligible to apply for Post Graduate Teacher in schools.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, you can pursue a PhD after a distance MCA in India, but there are a few things to consider. While a distance MCA is valid for PhD admissions, some universities might prefer a regular MCA. You'll need to qualify for national PhD entrance exams like UGC NET, CSIR NET, or JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) in Computer Science or related fields. If you have research experience through projects or publications then it can strengthen your application. Hope this helps
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, currently, none of the National Institutes of Technology (NITs) offer a pure distance MCA program. However, some NITs provide MCA programs through a blended learning format, which combines online learning modules with on-campus workshops or residencies. Additionally, many NITs accept candidates with Distance MCA degrees for their research programs like M.Tech or Ph.D. in Computer Science and related fields.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can apply for the many job profiles after completing the MCA course such as Software Developer, Computer System Analyst, Software Engineer or Programmer, Database Administrator, and Software Publisher. There could be other profiles as well for which an MCA graduate would be eligible, depending on the candidate’s previous work experience. If the candidate is a fresher then the post or designation may vary.
Given below is a list of MCA Job profiles along with a short job description and average annual salary:
Job Profile | Job Description | Average Salary in INR |
|---|---|---|
App Developer | App developers are individuals designing, building and maintaining mobile applications for Android, iOS, windows, blackberry platforms etc. | 6- 8 LPA |
Business Analyst | A Business analyst typically mentors people aiming to start a business of their own. | 8- 10 LPA |
Database Engineer | Database engineers are hired by computer systems companies to design and monitor complex databases. | 7- 9 LPA |
Ethical Hacker | Ethical hackers are experts who access a network or computer system on behalf of its owner to uncover security vulnerabilities that a malicious hacker could possibly exploit. | 8- 10 LPA |
Hardware Engineer | Hardware engineers install and test systems to ensure the proper functioning of the internet. | 6- 8 LPA |
Note: The salaries given above may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Listed below are the best colleges for doing a distance MCA from:
| College Name | Tuition Fee | Eligibility / Exams |
|---|---|---|
| Institute of Distance Education MU | INR 34,550 | Merit-Based |
| IGNOU | INR 49,200 | Merit-Based |
| Institute of Distance and Open Learning MU | INR 49,330 | Merit-Based |
| Andhra University | INR 60,000 | Merit-Based |
| Tamil Nadu Open University | INR 37,100 | Merit-Based |
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 7
according to new notification of Andhra university 2022-23 school of distance education P. G MCA duration is 2 year
you can check here
step 1 Andhra university official website
step2 open School of Distance Education
step 3 Notification: Notification & Eligibility criteria for various courses offered by Andhra University School of Distance Education for the academic year 2022-2023. step 4 pdf page.
II post graduate course { duration 2 year }.
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 7
yYu can check here
step 1 Andhra university official website
step2 open School of Distance Education
step 3 Notification: Notification & Eligibility criteria for various courses offered by Andhra University School of Distance Education for the academic year 2022-2023.
step 4 pdf page
II post graduate course {duration 2 year}. .
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