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MCA (Master of Computer Application) Distance Education in India, Colleges, Fees, Duration, Eligibility, Salary 2023

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The MCA Distance Education is a 6 semester course. The time limit ranges from 3 years to 6 years. This course is designed for students who want to gain knowledge staying far from the location of teaching.

IGNOU is one of the most significant distance education providers in the country and the eligibility criteria is basic like completing graduation in required subjects and having mathematics in class 12.

Also Check: MCA Distance Education Colleges in India

Alert: The entrance exam for Vellore Institute of Technology has been scrapped due to Covid 19 Pandemic.

Why Study MCA Distance education?

MCA distance education is a planned education that takes in a place in a different location from teaching. Over the years distance education has been opted by millions of students across India who have limited time, distance or physical ability. Some of the reasons to opt for MCA Distance Education are:

  • The cost of education decreases with lower admission rates and the miscellaneous cost of buying books are reduced as these costs are provided by the institution.
  • The person can work while studying. This is a boon for many students in India who are too poor to continue studying. This helps them to keep their academic future and professional future balanced.
  • There are many colleges that provide MCA Distance Education which helps the students to have more college options to choose from.
  • MCA Distance Learning provides an opportunity to secure a degree in computer applications without going for college or classroom study.
  • It helps a person to keep himself updated with the subject without leaving his job.

The student must submit the following documents in order to gain entry for MCA Distance Education. The list of the documents are mentioned below:

  • Transfer Certificate.
  • Degree certificate or Provisional certificate of the qualifying examination.
  • Mark lists of the qualifying examinations (Parts I, II and III).
  • Original chalan receipt (D.D in case of candidates from outside Kerala).
  • Self addressed stamped 3 envelopes.
  • Community, Nativity and Income certificates in original (in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OEC/OBC who are eligible for marks relaxation/fee concession)
  • Self attested copy of the S.S.L.C/S.S.C page etc. showing the date of birth.
  • Certificate from the employer, for availing relaxation in minimum marks in the case of teachers, Govt.employees, University employees etc.

MCA Distance Education Eligibility

The eligibility required for studying MCA Distance Education are mentioned below:

  • Mathematics as a subject of study in class 12
  • The student who has completed BCA Course can apply for this course
  • A candidate from any background like Science, Arts and Commerce can apply.

Different institutes have different eligibility criteria thus it is advisable to check the institute website. 

MCA Distance Education Top Institutes

Students who want to study MCA through correspondence can also opt for the Distance education program. There are many colleges like IGNOU, Manipal, etc. which offer the MCA course through this mode. The table below contains all the institutes that provide MCA(Master of Computer Application) along with their location, duration and average fees: 

College Name Location Duration Average Fees(INR)
IGNOU New Delhi 3-6 years INR 72,000
Sikkim Manipal University East Sikkim 3 years INR 1,10,000
Lovely Professional University (LPU) Jalandhar 3 years INR 75,000
Annamalai University Cuddalore 3 years INR 42,800
Amity University Noida 3 years INR 3,00,000
Jaipur National University Jaipur 3 years INR 64,400
Teerthanker Mahaveer University Moradabad 3 years INR 3,20,000
Mumbai University Mumbai 3 years INR 48,875
Tamil Nadu Open University Chennai 3 years INR 44,100

After completing the MCA program from one of these colleges through distance or correspondence, they might provide you with the placement opportunities or guide you in the process of landing a relevant job. It is advisable that you keep in touch with your academic staff and take their help in case of any doubt and assistance.

MCA Distance Education Syllabus

IGNOU MCA Distance Education semester wise syllabus is mentioned below:

Semester 1 Semester 2
Problem Solving and Programming Data and File Structures
Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming Operating System Concepts and Networking Management Systems
Discrete Mathematics Introduction to Database Management Systems
System Analysis and Design Object-Oriented Technologies and Java Programming
Communication Skills Lab (Based on MCS-021, 022,023 & 024)
Internet Concepts and Web Design -
C and Assembly Language Programming Lab -
Semester 3 Semester 4
Design and Analysis of Algorithms Operating Systems
Object Oriented Analysis and Design Data Communication and Computer Networks
Advanced Discrete Mathematics Advanced Database Management Systems
Software Engineering Mini Project
Accountancy and Financial Management Lab (UNIX & Oracle)
Lab (based on MCS-032, 034 and 035)
Semester 5 Semester 6
Advanced Internet Technologies Project
Principles of Management and Information System
Computer Graphics and Multimedia
Lab (based on MCS-051 & 053)
Elective Courses

The subjects that are included in the Elective Courses include Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management, Numerical and Statistical Computing and Parallel Computing.

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Answered Questions

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Sunita Guha

30 Aug 22

Thapar University offers a good MCA program. The institute has a brilliant MCA faculty base. It offers good learning resources, and laboratory facilities to meet the requirement of students. 

Thapar University placement highlights show the average CTC offered to MCA students is around INR 7 LPA. While the highest CTC offered is around INR 8 LPA. TCS, Infosys, and Fidelity are among the major recruiters in the placement drive. 

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Nitin Mishra

15 Jul 22

JNU placements for MCA are good. Some of the major recruiters for MCA are Google, Microsoft, Oracle, Adobe, etc. Students usually receive an average CTC of around INR 4-5 LPA. While the highest CTC goes up to INR 9-11 LPA. 

But JNU is a research-oriented university. If you want excellent placement in the technical field, it will be better to join the top IIT or NIT. You will get better technological exposure at these institutes. 

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Saswata Guha

05 Apr 22

Yes, IGNOU MCA is difficult compared to other ODL courses and even some regular MCA program. The course is demanding with Mathematics, Programming, lab papers, theory papers, various assignments, and projects. 

IGNOU Syllabus MCA 2022 is as follows. 

IGNOU MCA Syllabus for Semester 1:

Course code  Title of the course  Total credits
MCS-011 Problem Solving & Programming  3
MCS-012 Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming 4
MCS-013 Discrete Mathematics  2
MCS-014 System Analysis and Design  3
MCS-015 Communication Skills 2
MCSL-016 Internal Concepts and Web Design  2
MCSL-017 Cand Assembly Language Programming Lab  2

IGNOU MCA Syllabus for Semester 2: 

Course code  Title of the course  Total credits
MCS-021 Data and Structures 4
MCS-022 Operating System Concepts and Networking Management Systems 4
MCS-023 Introduction to Database Management Systems 3
MCS-024 Object-Oriented Technologies and Java Programming  3
MCSL-025 Lab (Based on MCS-021, 022, 023, and 024) 4

IGNOU MCA Syllabus for Semester 3: 

Course code  Title of the course Total credits
MCS-031 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 4
MCS-032 Object-Oriented Analysis and Design 3
MCS-033 Advanced Discrete Mathematics 2
MCS-34 Software Engineering 3
MCS-035 Accountancy and Financial Management 3
MCSL-036 Lab (Based on MCS-032,034, and 035) 3

IGNOU MCA Syllabus for Semester 4:

Course code Title of the course  Total credits
MCS-041 Operating Systems 4
MCS-042 Data Communication and Computer Networks 4
MCS-043 AdvancedDatabase Management Systems 4
MCS-044 Mini Project 4
MCSL-045 Lab (UNIX & Oracle) 2

IGNOU MCA Syllabus for Semester 5: 

Course code Title of the course Total credits
MCS-051 Advanced Internet Technologies 3
MCS-052 Principles of Management and Information System 2
MCS-053 Computer Graphics and Multimedia 4
MCSL-054 Lab (Based on MCS-051 & 053) 2
MCSE - 003 MCSE-004 MCSE-011 Elective Courses -  Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management  Numerical and Statistical Computing  Parallel Computing 3

IGNOU MCA Syllabus for Semester 6:

Course code Title of the course  Total credits
MCSP-060 Project 16

Lab attendance is mandatory for MCA. Scoring passing marks in lab examinations will be difficult if you don’t attend labs and practical classes regularly. 

You can’t take the coursework lightly, even if it is a distance learning course. 

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Shrish Tripathi

18 Nov 22

In 2011, a Placement Coordination Cell (PCC) was established in BHU to take full responsibility for placements of the entire university (except IIT/IMS).

This body has improved the placement drives at BHU to a large extent. BHU is now visited by reputed firms for recruitment.

As far as CTC is concerned, nearly 18% to 20% of students were placed this year. The highest salary was 4.5 LPA. The lowest salary was 3.5 LPA and the average salary was 4.2 LPA.

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Sekhar Juneja

04 May 22

In US, Indian software engineers earn around $60k-$80k in entry-level jobs. After 3-5 years of work experience, the salary amount becomes $90k-$130k. For software engineering professionals with around 5-10 years of experience, the salary package is around $130-$200k. 

Jobs in the Software industry have little to do with the university you graduated from. The international recruiters look for skills. If you have industry-relevant skills, you will receive good placement opportunities. After doing an MCA you can get jobs in US, if you fulfill the skill requirement. 

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Avinash Kohli

10 Oct 22

The average package is between 5-7 lacs. In 2017, Amazon offered the highest package of 16 lacs, while many companies offered the lowest package of 4.5 lacs. As a result, if you are an average student, you will have plenty of opportunities to demonstrate your worth.

DU MCA has 46 seats in total, and classes are held in the department itself. When compared to the rest of Delhi University, only the North campus provides it.

Axis Bank, Deloitte, ICICI, Infosys, LG Electronics, Nestle, Shopclues.Com, Tata Power, and TCS are among the hiring firms.

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Princeparth Rajpara

28 Oct 22

One of my cousins completed an MCA from IGNOU while doing a job. She shared her experience with me. I have summarised it in points for better understanding:

  • The Degree Certificate of IGNOU MCA will enable you to appear for an interview 

  • There are regular classes on weekends. But these classes are only on paper so you can skip them.

  • Students will have to approach self-study only

  • Projects are only formalities and have no real value

  • Institutes that run the MCA IGNOU program offer no help when it comes to getting a job.

  • There is no value of IGNOU MCA in Infosys, TCS, Wipro, etc

Apart from this various advertisements in newspapers specifically mention that IGNOU candidates will not be able to apply. So I will not recommend that you complete an MCA from IGNOU.

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Vikram Saini

28 Dec 21

The MCA course in general is a very demanding subject in the IT industry. You need to keep yourself updated with the latest trends in the industry to match proper excellence.

  • In Sanskriti University reputed companies like Infosys, TCS, HCL, Deloitte, etc. frequently visit the campus during placements. 
  • They usually offer students with an average salary package of 4.5-5 LPA. 
  • This also increases to 8-10 LPA depending on the student’s overall academic performance.
  • They have a specific cell for training and placement which helps students to gain proper knowledge for the interview, group discussion, communication and analytical skills, etc. 
  • Students mastering these skills have a better chance to secure a job offer. 
  • Sanskrit University has a 95% placement every year. 
  • Their faculty is highly experienced and will give you the required guidance for doing your best in the field.
  • It is very beneficial to pursue an MCA from Sanskriti University because the MCA students have a huge demand in the IT industry. 
  • They produce industry-ready professionals every year. 

Some of the top IT companies visit the campus include Oracle, TCS, Genpact, IBM, Byju's, Infosys, Wipro, and many others. Therefore it is totally worth it to pursue an MCA degree from Sanskriti University.

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Sushmita Mukharjee

10 Nov 21

Hyderabad Central University conducts an entrance examination for student intake into various courses during Feb-March each year. The entrance test is the only way you can get admission into the courses offered by HCU. So, you should keep an eye on the official website for admission notification from Oct-Nov. Once the notification is out, you can apply online. 

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Epshita Roy

11 Nov 21

MCA placement at Tezpur University is good. In the recent placement drive, the highest CTC offered was 20 LPA. Around 60% of students from MCA got placement offers. 

CSE department is among the oldest department at TU. Few years back it was declared as the ‘Center of Excellence’ by MHRD for its contributions. The department offers three different courses, i.e. B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA. All the courses are well-reputed. The department organizes various seminars and workshops around the academic year. The faculty members of the department are actively engaged in various research projects.

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