Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 

at Kuvempu University, Shimoga

Kuvempu University conducts entrance exam for MBA, MCA, BPEd and MPEd. Admissions for MCA and MBA courses are made through PGCET conducted by KEA, Bengaluru. However, a separate Entrance Test will be conducted by Kuvempu University to fill up unfilled seats. There shall be an entrance test for admission to M.P.Ed and B.P.Ed conducted by the University. The details of syllabi and pattern of entrance test are given in the respective Department Profile.

Established in 1987, Kuvempu University is a state public university. Kuvempu University has more than 59 departments that collectively offer more than 80 courses at UG, PG, and doctoral levels. The university is an affiliating university established by the act of the Karnataka State Legislature. The university is recognised by the UGC and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Kuvempu University has ranked between 101 and 150 in the Overall category of NIRF Rankings 2024. The university also offers distance education. Popular courses at Kuvempu University include BA, MA, and MCA.

The course-wise the lowest package offered during Kuvempu University placements over the past three years is presented below:

There is no such provision for direct admission to any of the programmes at Kuvempu University. The university course admissions are both merit and entrance-exam-based. For MBA and MCA, the university fills the unfilled seats through university entrance exam. KU also conducts an entrance test for admission to BPEd and MPEd courses. Once the selection is over, Kuvempu University releases a selection list to announce the names of selected candidates. 

At the undergraduate level, the university offers BCA, BA, BBA, and various other courses to students. At the postgraduate level, Kuvempu University offers MCom,MA, MCA and various other courses to students. Kuvempu University also provides PhD courses. The seats are limited so it is recommended to apply early for admission to various courses at Kuvempu University.

The alumni of Kuvempu University are working in IT (17%), followed by Engineering (16%), Operations (14%) among others. To know the function-wise alumni placements, students can check out the pie chart below:

NOTE: The ‘Others’ category illustrates the combined data of diverse domains such as Research, Accounting, HR, Finance, Administrative, Customer Success and Support, Quality Assurance, Program and Project Management and Consulting sectors.

DISCLAIMER: The statistics on alumni placements presented above were compiled from various online sources and hence, are indicative.