BCA is a graduation program in the Computer Application field. The program duration is 3 years. BCA is a shortened from of Bachelor of Computer Applications. There are 6 semesters in the BCA program.

Due to the wide reputation of the course amongst the students, various Computer Science Schools have come up offering BCA course. Students can learn the BCA course in distance learning mode too. The BCA course grants student with essential skill as to enable them to fit in to good job profiles in the computer sector.

Advantages or Benefits of BCA

The program offers a good academic foundation for the candidates. Therefore, these candidates can develop a profession in Computer Application. There are many chances available in the IT sector for the Bachelor in Computer Application Students. The BCA graduates will get employments as Programmers and rise to become Project managers. After the BCA program, the students can pursue the Master’s degree in the related subject.

Eligibility Criteria for BCA

The qualification needed for the Bachelor of Computer Science is a pass in HSC (10+2) examination any group with English. The candidates must need at least 45% of marks in the 12th standard. Most of the colleges need the candidates to be at least 17 years old.

Admission Procedure for BCA

Some top institutes are conducting the entrance examination for the BCA program. However, many of the institutes only ask for good percentage of marks achieved by the students in their Higher Secondary Examination. In addition, some of the institutes are conducting personal interview also. The application forms are available usually during the months of May and June.

Major BCA Entrance exams in India

• AIMA UGAT
• GGSIPU CET
• Symbiosis Entrance Test

How to fill in BCA Entrance Application form

Interested candidates can purchase the booklet and application form for the BCA course from various sources available to them. Before filling the application form, candidates should run through the prospectus very carefully. The filling of the application form must be carried out very cautiously and should avoid making errors. The application forms are available in designated centers and also from the institutions office. Students are also given an option to download the application form from the official website of the concerned university. Therefore, students can fill it and submit the same online.

BCA Entrance Exam Pattern

The candidates need to qualify the entrance test by scoring good marks. The Entrance Exam contains mostly multiple-choice questions. Every question carries four options for answers. The candidate’s will have to select the right one. The entrance test duration is 2 hours. Questions are asked from topics like English and Numerical and Data Analysis. In addition, some other topics covered are General knowledge, Reasoning & Intelligence etc.

Reference Books for BCA Entrance Exam

• BCA Entrance Exam Guide by RPH Editorial Board
• Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma
• Fundamentals of Computers by Rajaraman V
• Previous BCA Entrance Exam Question Papers Book  By Arihant Publications
• Quantitative ability by O.P Sinhal
• Verbal Ability by Wren and Marten

Top 10 BCA Colleges in India

• Amity School of Computer Science, Noida
• Andhra University
• Banasthali Vidyapeeth
• College of Business Studies(CBS)
• Delhi University
• Guru Gobind Singh IP University
• Institute of Management-Developmental Research
• Institute Of Technology And Science
• Integrated Academy of Management and Technology, Agra
• Purvanchal University

Other Reputed Colleges/ Universities offering BCA program

• Acharya Institute
• Adichunchanagiri College
• Administrative Management College
• Al-Ameen College
• BNM College
• BTL College
• CMR Institute
• Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Management Studies
• East West College
• Ganga Kaveri Institute
• Garden City College
• Indian Academy College
• KLE College
• M S Ramaiah College
• Maharani Laxmi Ammanni College
• Mangala Institute of Management
• Mirinda College
• National College, Basavanagudi
• National College, Jayanagar
• NRI Institute
• Oxford College
• Presidency College
• Presidency College
• RBANMS College
• Sambram Academy of Management Studies
• Sheshadri Puram College
• SJR College for Women
• SJRC College
• Sree Kaveri College
• Sri Pragathi college of Science
• SSR College
• Surana College
• Vivekananda College
• Yellamma Dasappa College

BCA Course Curriculum

BCA program includes lectures, practical tests and project works. There are certain major subjects like Computer System Architecture, Programming in C etc. Management Principles and Basic Accounting is also included in the BCA course curriculum.

The following are some of the topics

• C programming
• Computer Fundamentals
• Computer Laboratory & Practical work
• Organizational Behavior
• System Analysis & Design
• Visual Basic
• Web Design & Internet Programming

BCA Specializations

• Accounting Applications
• Animation
• Computer Graphics
• Database Management
• Internet Technologies
• Music and Video Processing
• Personal Information Management
• Programming Languages
• Systems Analysis
• Word Processing

BCA Course Evaluation

The BCA course contains 6 semesters. The program lasts for three years. Each year includes two semesters. The course includes practical tests and project work. The oral presentation will be for a total of 20 marks and written exam of 80 marks. The main exam is divided into 3 Parts:  In order to pass in the test a student has to obtain minimum 40 marks out of 100) in each course and 50 % in aggregate. The class will be granted to the student on the basis of aggregate marks attained by him for all the 3 years Examination.

BCA Text Books

• ABC of Mathematics by J.P Mahendru
• Accounting Principal by Antony & Reece
• Algorithm + Data Structures & Programs by Niclaus Wirth
• An Integrated Approach to Software Engineering by Jalota
• An Introduction to Data Base Systems by C.J. Date
• An Introduction to Data Structures Applications by Trembley & Soreson
• An Introduction to Database System by Bipin C. Desai
• Analysis and design of information system by Sen James A
• Andrew Computer Networks by Tanne Baun
• Applied Discrete Structure of computer Science by Doerr A& Kenneth L
• Computer Fundamentals by P.K.Sinha
• Computer Organization and Architecture by J.P.Hayes
• Computer System Architecture by M.M. Mano
• Computer Today by S.K. Bansandra
• Data Communication System by Black, Ullysee
• Data Structures by Tanenbaum
• Database System Concepts by Henry F. Korth
• Digital and electronic circuits by T.C. Bartee
• Digital fundamentals by Floyd
• Essentials of management by Koontz
• Fundamentals of Computers by V.Rajaraman
• Graphics Networks and Algorithms by Swami M.N.S & Thisiraman E
• Introduction to Computers and Information Technology by Sons, Bhop & Ram Prasad
• Introduction to Database Management by Naveen Prakash
• Management by Y. K. Bhushan
• Managerial Accounting by Jawahar Lal
• Modern Digital Electronics by R.P.Jain
• Object Oriented Programming by Lafore R
• Principles & Practices of Management by L.M.Prasad
• Refresher Course on Mathematics by Manjit Singh
• Software Engineering - A Practitioner’s Approach by Roger. S. Pressman
• Software Engineering Concepts by R.E. Fairley
• System analysis and design by Awad Elias N
• The C programming language by Kerighan & Richie

What to do after BCA?

After BCA, the candidates either can go for job or advanced studies. Many choices are available after completing post graduate studies. Some of the Post Graduation programs available for them are

• MCA  (Systems Management)
• MCA (Systems Development)
• MCA (Systems Engineering)
• MCA (Application Software)
• MCA (Internet)
• MCA (Management Information Systems )
• MCA (Software Development)
• MCA (Troubleshooting)
• MCA (Hardware Technology)
• MCA (Networking)
• MIT
• MS
• MBA (Human Resource)
• MBA (Finance)
• MBA (Marketing)
• MBA (International Business)

Job and Career options for BCA

Fast  growing IT and communication industry presents computer graduates with many job options. There are many chances available for the BCA graduates in the Private as well as public sector. BCA helps the students to acquire a sound knowledge on computer applications. The aspirants will get jobs in various fields like software programming, network and system administration and database administration. The academic field is also giving better opportunities.

Employment Areas

• Banks
• Computers and Related Electronic Equipment Manufacturers
• Consultancies
• Desktop Publishing
• Financial Institutions
• Government Agencies
• Insurance Providers
• Schools and Colleges
• Security and Surveillance Companies
• Software Development Companies
• System Maintenance
• Technical Support
• Traffic Light Management

Job Types

• Commercial And Industrial Designers
• Computer Presentation Specialist
• Computer Programmers
• Computer Scientists
• Computer Support Service Specialist
• Computer Systems Analysts
• Computer Training
• Database Administration
• Database Administrators
• Independent Consultants
• Information Systems Manager
• Network Administration
• Software Developers
• Software Publishers
• Systems Administrators
• Web Designing

Remuneration after BCA

BCA students will get attractive remuneration if the job is connected with IT based industries. In addition, the remuneration depends upon the needs of the market. The remuneration is based on the skills and abilities of the students. There are organizations selecting the fresher has and train them to meet the necessities. A fresher can acquire at least Rs.8000. Remuneration depends upon the organization in which the candidate is working. Those who complete their Master’s degree in the same field can earn more. Doing some additional programs will help the candidates to improve their career chances.