Online BCA General

The online BCA program is valid as per the guidelines of the UGC-DEB and is of equal value as a regular BCA. It is a 3-year bachelor's degree program that offers best-in-class computer education with in-depth skills related to programming, database management, networking, and others. It is an undergraduate course that has been designed to provide practical knowledge of various aspects of computer applications. 

Key Highlights of Online BCA Degree

• A BCA online course is approved by the UGC-DEB, the online education division of the UGC as being a valid and credible course for online and ODL modes.  
• The course has a duration of 3 years (minimum) and the maximum duration of the program is 6 years in most online universities. 
• There are a total of 6 semesters in all in a 3 year BCA degree course. 
• Candidates who have completed their 10+2 or equivalent education from a recognised board can apply to the program. 
• A few of the main subjects of this course include computer basics, software, C++, statistical techniques etc. 
• The average fee range for this course ranges from INR 70,000 to INR 2,00,000 for private universities. Most government universities offering an online BCA have a fee range between INR 30,000 to INR 60,000. 

Subjects of Online BCA Course

An online BCA course has a duration of 3 years which is further divided into 6 semesters. A general syllabus for the course has been given below. 

Eligibility Criteria for Online BCA Course 

The basic eligibility criteria for pursuing a BCA degree are provided below:

• Students must have passed 10+2 or equivalent level of education from a recognized board of schooling. 
• Some universities require the candidate to have studied Mathematics as one of the subjects at the 10+2 level. 
• A minimum of 45%-55% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination is required for admission by some universities 

Duration of Online BCA 

The minimum  course duration for an online BCA is 3 years and it may extend up to a maximum period of 6 years. The course consists of 6 semesters which need to be completed in 3 years. 

Average Course Fee of Online BCA 

The average fee range for an online BCA varies as per the university you select. Most government universities have a fee range of INR 30,000 to INR 60,000. The average fee range for the full course varies in an online BCA is between INR 70,000 to INR 2,00,000. 

Most universities have facilities for EMI mode of fee payment and some universities may provide financial aid through educational loans. 

Admission Procedure for Online BCA 

The admission procedure for online universities is completed virtually. A basic guideline for seeking admission in an online BCA course is provided here. 

• Visit the official university website where you wish to pursue the course from. 
• Check and confirm the eligibility criteria of the course before applying. 
• Then, register yourself on the website of the university as a new user. 
• Login to the website with your credentials and fill the application form for admission. 
• Attach the necessary documents (digital copies) for admission as mandated by the university. 
• Pay the registration fee/application fee via the designated payment mode. 
• Submit your application, documents and fee. 
• The university will screen your application and update the status of admission via email. 
• Once your admission to the course is confirmed by the university, pay the tuition fee to secure your seat in the course. 

Other Online BCA Course Specializations

Job Opportunities After Online BCA

There are many career opportunities you can grab after completing the course of BCA as it is a technical and career-oriented program. With a general BCA, a student learns about the various domains of computer applications and hence their career opportunities are also vast. They can venture into top corporate firms, public sector jobs as well as IT jobs, all of which are fairly compensated.  

Some of the top career opportunities after completing an online BCA course are:

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