PGDCA

 Yes, Patna University provides Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) at its Directorate of Distance Education and Department of Computer Science.

The one-year programme focuses on software development, programming, and IT skills, with eligibility requiring a bachelor's degree with 45-50% marks. Admission can be considered merit or entrance, dependent on the year. 

The NET exam does not accept candidates who have finished their PGDCA programme from PRSU or any other institution. Before applying for the National Eligibility Test (NET) candidates need to hold a master's degree in M.Sc., MA and M.Com and equivalent fields and achieve at least 55% marks with 50% being the minimum for candidates from reserved categories. The Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) functions as a Diploma whereas it does not fulfill the criteria for holding a master's degree. To take the NET examination candidates need to hold MCA or equivalent degree in any field of study.

Yes, completing a PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications) course can lead to various job opportunities, particularly in IT-related fields, and can potentially lead to better job prospects and salaries compared to those with basic computer knowledge.

IT-related Roles:

Computer Operator, Data Entry Operator, DTP Operator, IT Consultant, Software Engineer, Computer Programmer & Analyst, Interface Engineer, Java Developer, Project Manager, Information Security Analyst. 

As per the available information, the total intake for a PGDCA at NIELIT Shimla is 100 students. Admission against these seats is granted to eligible applicants in two cycles/sessions, i.e January and July. As there is a limited number of seats, the institute may offer these seats on a first come, first served basis. The mentioned information is taken from official sources. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Candidates seeking admission to the NIELIT Shimla PGDCA course can apply for online by visiting the institute's official website. The application form must be submitted with the required documents and registration fees. Listed below are the steps to apply for NIELIT Shimla PGDCA admission:

Step 1: Visit the official website of NIELIT Shimla.

Step 2: Select 'Admission' under the 'Student Zone' tab on the Home page.

Step 3: Click on 'Apply Online' and fill out the details.

Step 4: Upload the documents and pay the application fee.

Step 5: Submit the form.

NIELIT Shimla application process is conducted online on the institute's official website. For most courses, the institute accepts application throughout the year. However, when a candidate applies determines the cycle in which they will appear for the NIELIT exam. The exam is conducted in two cycle, i.e. January and July. The last date to apply for the January session typically falls in October of the previous year. The last date to apply for the July session is expected to fall in March/April.

NIELIT Shimla offers a PG Diploma in Computer Application. The course lasts one year and is offered to candidates who fulfil the basic eligibility requirement as prescribed by the institute. To be eligible to pursue a PGDCA at NIELIT Shimla, candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised institute/university. They may or may not have any prior knowledge or experience in the field of Programming.

No, candidates seeking PGDCA admission at NIELIT Shimla are not required to have any prior knowledge in the field of Programming. They are just required to have completed their Graduation in any stream and have a keen interest in learning about Information Technology (IT) and Computer Science (CS). The programme focuses on a variety of concepts relating to Automation, Web Designing, Programming, etc.