The Institute of Distance Open Learning (IDOL) under University of Mumbai offers admission to MCA program on the basis of an entrance test. Graduates with 45% marks are eligible to attend this objective type model entrance exam. Topics like numerical ability, computer fundamentals and C programming are covered in the entrance test.

Eligibility for MCA (Distance) Entrance Exam in Mumbai University

Bachelor’s degree from any statutory University with a minimum of 45% marks is the basic qualification required. For reserved category candidates, a minimum of 40% marks is enough to apply. Required qualification must be obtained with mathematics as a subject either at 12th or graduation. Final year students awaiting results can also appear for entrance test.

Exam Pattern for MCA (Distance) Entrance Exam in Mumbai University

Entrance exam is conducted as a single paper test covering objective model questions. Time duration allotted for the exam is 2 hours. There is no negative marking also.

Syllabus for MCA (Distance) Entrance Exam in Mumbai University

Algebra

• Arithmetic progression
• Basic operations in Algebra
• Binomial theorem
• Expansion
• Factorization
• Geometric progression
• Harmonic progression
• Indices
• Logarithms
• Permutations and combinations
• Quadratic equations

Arithmetic

• Distance
• Percentages
• Problems on time-work
• Ratios and proportions
• Speed

Computer Fundamentals

• Back-up devices
• Central Processing Unit (CPU)
• Computer memory
• Input / output devices
• Memory organization
• Organization of a computer
• Structure of instructions in CPU

Computer Architecture

• Block structure of computers
• Communication between processor and I / O devices
• Interrupts

Operating System basics

• Multiprogramming operating systems
• Timesharing operating systems

Database Management Systems

• Data Models
• E-R Diagrams
• Foreign key
• Normalization
• Primary key
• Structured Query Language

General Aptitude

• Logical Reasoning
• Quantitative Reasoning

Probability and Statistics

• Averages
• Binomial distribution
• Correlation and regression
• Curve fitting
• Frequency distributions
• Fundamental concepts of probability theory
• Measures of dispersions and skewness
• Normal distribution
• Poisson distribution
• Principle of least squares

Basic Set Theory and Functions:

• Set, relations and mappings.

Mensuration

• Areas
• Circles
• Quadrilaterals
• Triangles
• Volumes and surface areas of simple solids

Data Representation

• Binary representation
• Hexadecimal representation
• Representation of characters
• Representation of integers and fractions

Computer Language

• Assembly language
• High level language
• Computer Programming in C

Programming in C

• Arrays
• Control Structures
• Data types
• Functions
• Pointers

Application form for appearing for the entrance exam can be collected from the web portal of Mumbai University. Collected application form need to be filled up carefully and must be submitted to the address of Institute of Distance Open Learning (IDOL), University of Mumbai. Candidate should also send a DD amounting Rs. 500/- (application fee) along with the application form.