Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) 

offered by IGNOU

Aspiring students are required to register on the admission page of IGNOU’s official website and fill out the application form online. In the form, fill in all the details asked, upload the required documents, preview the data and pay the application fee. 

To be eligible for the course, candidates must pass in Class 12 with Science subjects or its equivalent. The university follows a credit system for all its programmes including BSc. One credit equals 30 hours of learners' study time. To earn a UG degree, a learner has to earn 132 credits in a minimum of six semesters (three years) with 22 credits per semester.

In the field of Science,  IGNOU offers a UG BSc programme across seven specialisations, a BSc (Hons) across two specialisations along a PB BSc Nursing course. All these courses have a minimum and maximum duration of three and six years, respectively. 

Candidates who are selected for admission need to confirm their seat by paying the course fee. Here are few things that students will recieve after taking admission in IGNOU:

• Once a students get admission into IGNOU, he or she will recieve the enrollment number and ID for future login to the samarth portal of the university.
• Based on the choice made by the candidate while filling the application form, he or she will then recieve the study material. Soft copy is available on the official website of the university. 
• Registered students also recieve a mail from the regional or study centre for counselling. It is an induction ceremony where the course is introduced to the students.
• A schedule of classes is also shared through mail. For any query regarding classes, students must contact their study centre.

The tuition fee for BSc, PB BSc and BSc (Hons) range from INR 10,500 to INR 43,500 depending on different specialisations available across both the courses. Candidates have to pay re-registration fee and course fee, annually till the course completion. The fee payment can be done online via credit card/debit card/net banking. 

It must be noted that the mentioned fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is however, subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

{Source: BCA students & alumni}

IGNOU - Is It Good for BCA?

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:
* Helpful teachers with knowledge of industry trends
* Flexible schedule allows students to balance work and studies
* Affordable fees and recognised degree
* Opportunities to learn new skills and technologies
* Good reputation among employers

Cons:
* Limited placement assistance and no direct placements
* Students must actively seek internships and job opportunities
* Curriculum may not be tailored to specific industries
* Limited infrastructure and resources in some study centers

Overall, IGNOU is a good option for BCA students looking for flexibility and affordability. While it may not offer direct placements, students who are proactive in seeking out internships and job opportunities can still benefit from the program. With helpful teachers and a recognised degree, IGNOU can provide students with a solid foundation for their careers.

Note: These points summarize the general consensus from various students and alumni, but individual experiences may vary.

Indira Gandhi National Open University offers BSc and BSc (Hons) course across different durations. The course duration range from three to four years. Check out all specialisations available under BSc in the following table:

BSc Specialisations
Botany	Chemistry	Geography
Geology	Mathematics	Physics
Zoology	PB BSc Nursing	-

In addition to BSc, IGNOU also offers a UG BSc (Hons) programme across two specialisations, namely Anthropology and Biochemistry.