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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry) 

  • A++ NAAC accredited
  • Deemed University
  • Estd. 1984

Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry)
 at 
SASTRA University 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Type of University

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry)
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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry)
 at 
SASTRA University 
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements4
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.3
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.3
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.3
Money Review IconValue for Money4.5
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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry) - Batch of 2021
Offered by SASTRA (Deemed to be University)
4.2
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Our college has a good infrastructure and good placements.
Placements: About 50% of the students from our course got placed. The salary package offered ranges from 3 LPA to 7 LPA. TCS, CTS, HCL, Deloitte, Wipro, Amazon, Capgemini, App View, Infosys, etc., visit our college for placements. About 50% of the students got internships. Software analyst position, software engineer position, testing, etc., are offered to students in various companies. There are good placements in our college.
Infrastructure: All the facilities are very good and excellent here. Our college provides canteen, medical facility, all varieties of South Indian and North Indian food items with very much taste. The infrastructure is well here, and students have a lot of enjoyment here.
Faculty: There are good faculty members, and they are very helpful to students. Their teaching quality was very well, and they are knowledgeable. Students are well trained, and good placement training is provided here. A lot of good opportunities are provided by our college. The course curriculum was very well.
Other: I want to get placed in well IT industry, so I have chosen it.
Reviewed on 12 Sep 2020Read More
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Deepa MurugesanVerified Icon
Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry) - Batch of 2020
Offered by SASTRA (Deemed to be University)
3.6
3Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Good infrastructure and facilities but lacks in placement.
Placements: 25% of students got placed with the highest salary of 8lakh per annum, average of 3.75 Lacs per annum and the lowest salary of 2lakh per annum. Main top recruiting companies are TCS, Infosys, CTS. 6 students got internship in infosys and 1 got internship in CTS.
Infrastructure: The department contains 3 computer labs with Wi-Fi facilites all around the campus. Library has 1000+ books. The quality of food is average. Sports meet, cultural, tech fest are conducted annually which is called as daksh, kurusastra. The campus contains well furnished hostel inside campus. But the hostel facilities are provided only for the students who come from other states. Students from Tamil Nadu are given least priority for providing hostel rooms.
Faculty: Teachers are friendly and supportive. Some of the professor have completed Ph.D. The quality of teaching is good but it is less when compared to the quality of teaching for engineers. The focuses on the basic programming skills and languages. It helps to understand the basics when we enter industry.
Other: I wish the course should have more exposure to industrial concepts.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2020Read More
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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry) - Batch of 2019
Offered by SASTRA (Deemed to be University)
4.6
5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Mess of stuff in a place.
Placements: In my batch, the placements have not started yet for seniors. There are a good number of students are placed. Around 70% of them are placed. Salary is around 10000 to 40000. The company that had visited Zoho, TCS, etc. There is no internship offered for MCA candidates. Placement cell is available in sastra and it is very useful.
Infrastructure: All facilities are available in sastra. Labs and classroom are neat and there will be a good environment around us. The quality of food is good and also they can make it better. Hostel rooms are comfortable and affordable by all students. The department has to be improved.
Faculty: The teachers are very much helpful and have good knowledge. They are providing max knowledge to the students. Through PPT the classes are taken. Industry exposure is not here. They are providing a better course curriculum and it is very helpful for us to gain more knowledge.
Other: Many events are conducted inside and outside of the campus. Inside the department also the management is conducting events. In Deksh and kuruk sastra many events are conducted for all students.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2018Read More
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Rajesh VARATHARAJANVerified Icon
Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry) - Batch of 2013
Offered by SASTRA (Deemed to be University)
4.6
4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Other: My college is one of the reputed college with high job opportunities for students. When we get into campus we feel free and enthusiastic. There are a lot of things to learn there. Labs and practical classes are very good. Library is very excellent. Equal opportunities to sports, health and studies. Very good place to build our career.
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2015Read More
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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry)
 at 
SASTRA University 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How are the placements at SASTRA University placement?
A: 

SASTRA University Placement  is known for its excellent placement record. Check out the tabulated data given below to know more about SASTRA University placements 2024:

 

Course 

Total Students 

Students Placed

Median Salary 

UG 3-year

184

96

INR 3.80 LPA

UG 4-year

1,920

1,684

INR 7.60 LPA

UG 5-year

124

101

INR 5.60 LPA

PG 2-year

370

252

INR 4 LPA

PG 5-year

46

21

INR 5.50 LPA

 NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   How can I apply for SASTRA University admission?
A: 

Earlier, SASTRA University application process was conducted in both online and offline modes. However, 2022 onwards, the process has shifted completely to online mode.

  • Aspirants seeking admission can visit the official website of the deemed university, apply online and pay the application fee.
  • Further, they have to go through the selection rounds and counselling process and then confirm their seat on payment of the admission tuition fee.
  • Candidates will be able to apply for the respective courses by visiting the official website of the university.
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Q:   How do I get admission to SASTRA University?
A: 

Admission to SASTRA Chennai (Deemed to be University) is entrance-based. Some of the national-level exams accepted are CUET/JEE Main/XAT,  CAT,  CMAT, etc. It is also crucial that the aspirants meet the course-specific minimum eligibility criteria. Interested students can apply by visiting the university official website.

Q:   How many students were placed in the SASTRA University placements?
A: 

A total of 6,382 students have been placed during the SASTRA University placements in the past three years. Check out the table below to see the breakdown of students placed in each year:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

Total Students

120 (UG 3-year)

 1,869 (UG 4-year)

 132 (UG 5-year)

 324 (PG 2-year)

 62 (PG 5-year)

125 (UG 3-year)

1,900 (UG 4-year)

175 (UG 5-year)

394 (PG 2-year)

60 (PG 5-year)

184 (UG 3-year)

1,920 (UG 4-year)

124 (UG 5-year)

 370 (PG 2-year)

 46 (PG 5-year)

No. of Students Placed

58 (UG 3-year)

1,589 (UG 4-year)

107 (UG 5-year)

232 (PG 2-year)

50 (PG 5-year)

100 (UG 3-year)

1,646 (UG 4-year)

135 (UG 5-year)

 273 (PG 2-year)

38 (PG 5-year)

96 (UG 3-year)

 1,684 (UG 4-year)

 101 (UG 5-year)

 252 (PG 2-year)

 21 (PG 5-year)

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   Is SASTRA University good in terms of placements?
A: 

SASTRA University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the SASTRA University placements 2024:

 

Course 

Total Students 

Students Placed

Median Salary 

UG 3-year

184

96

INR 3.80 LPA

UG 4-year

1,920

1,684

INR 7.60 LPA

UG 5-year

124

101

INR 5.60 LPA

PG 2-year

370

252

INR 4 LPA

PG 5-year

46

21

INR 5.50 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry)
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SASTRA University 
Entry Requirements

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  • Mandatory Courses : BCA, B.Sc.(Computer Science), B.Sc.(IT & Systems)

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA Lateral Entry)
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Students also asked

Q:   What is the highest placement package in SASTRA University?
A: 

The SASTRA University the highest package has not been disclosed yet. Once released it will be updated here. Meanwhile, students can refer to the median package given in the table below:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Package 

INR 3.80 LPA (UG 3-year)

INR 7.60 LPA (UG 4-year)

INR 5.60 LPA (UG 5-year)

INR 4 LPA (PG 2-year)

INR 5.50 LPA (PG 5-year)

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   Who are the top recruiters at SASTRA University Placement?
A: 

Some the top recruiters for SASTRA University Placement are listed below:

SASTRA University Placements: Top Recruiters

Asian Paints

Airtel

KPIT

L&T Infotech.

L&T Construction

Amazon

Mindgate

Morgan Stanley

Paypal

Microsoft

Renault

Reliance

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Q:   What is the reality of SASTRA University Placement?
A: 

SASTRA University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of theSASTRA University Placement 2024:

 

Course 

Total Students 

Students Placed

Median Salary 

UG 3-year

184

96

INR 3.80 LPA

UG 4-year

1,920

1,684

INR 7.60 LPA

UG 5-year

124

101

INR 5.60 LPA

PG 2-year

370

252

INR 4 LPA

PG 5-year

46

21

INR 5.50 LPA

 

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   Are NCERT books enough to cover CUET syllabus?
A: 

NTA has mentioned that CUET UG 2026 syllabus will adhere to NCERT syllabus. Hence, it can be assumed that the NCERT books are enough to cover the syllabus of the CUET UG exam. Candidates must note that, CUET exam tests students' understanding of the subject concepts and ability to apply them in various situations.

Therefore, to prepare well and get a good score, it is advised that students refer to other study materials and books designed for national-level competitive entrance exams. The CUET UG syllabus is similar with the Class 12 Board exam syllabus. The chapters and topics are similar to Class 12 syllabus. Unlike other UG entrance exams, CUET UG syllabus does not include Class 11 syllabus.

Q:   Is SASTRA a private or a government university?
A: 

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy, or SASTRA Deemed to be University is one of the popular deemed-to-be universities in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It is a private university. SASTRA University was established in 1984 as Shanmugha College of Engineering and conferred the deemed-to-be university status on April 26, 2001. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited SASTRA Deemed to be a University with an A+ grade and the Institution of Engineers (India) has also accredited all the B.Tech programmes offered by the university.

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SASTRA University 
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