Pune University, Sikkim Manipal University, Jiwaji University, etc are some of the well known Universities offering Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA). Graduates or diploma holders can seek admission to the course on the basis of their marks in the qualification course. Selected candidates in Jiwaji University must pay Rs. 7500/- per semester as tuition fees. In Sikkim Manipal University, eligible candidate needs to pay Rs.12, 350/- per semester.

Course content of PGDCA course

• Fundamentals of Information Technology
• C Programming
• Visual Basic Programming
• Java Programming
• Database Management System
• Software Engineering and Business Process
• System Analysis and Design
• Oracle Programming
• Web Programming
• Data Structure and Algorithms

Brief Description on PGDCA

PGDCA is master level course related to computer applications. Duration of the course is 1 year. Certain universities offer the course in three semesters. Concepts of programming language, database management, web programming, etc are covered under the course curriculum. Main objective of the course is to develop system programmers and analysts, to meet the growing needs of IT industry.

Admission Process for PGDCA

Admission and eligibility requirements for the course may vary with University/institution. Graduates or diploma holders are eligible for admission process. Bachelor degree with minimum 45% marks is mandatory for admissions in Pune University. Admission is offered on the basis of marks obtained in qualifying exam.

Eligible candidates can apply for the course through the official portal of the concerned institution. Short listed candidates will be informed on the date of interview. Short listing will be done on the  basis of marks obtained in qualifying exam. During interview section, essential documents like marks lists, Transfer Certificate, Contact Certificate, etc will be verified. Candidates satisfying the necessary qualifications will be admitted to the course.

Fee Structure for PGDCA

Fee Structure for the course varies with University. Fee structure of Jiwaji University is

Fee Structure for First Semester

• Tuition Fee: Rs. 7500/- per semester
• Laboratory Fee: Rs. 1000/- per semester
• General Fee: Rs. 1915/- per semester
• Caution Deposit: Rs. 2500/-
• Total Fee: Rs. 12915/- per semester

Fee Structure for Second Semester

• Tuition Fee: Rs. 7500/- per semester
• Laboratory Fee: Rs. 1000/- per semester
• General Fee: Rs. 575/- per semester
• Total Fee: Rs. 9075/- per semester

Fee structure for PGDCA in Sikkim Manipal University amounts to Rs.12, 350/- per semester. Bhavnagar University offers the course with semester fee of Rs. 10250 /-. Fee structure for the course in any of the Universities mentioned above is subjected to change according to their norms and policies.