Goa University MCA admission 2024 is open now. The last date to apply has been extended to January 23, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website @unigoa.ac.in. Admissions to the MCA program are based on Goa University Admission Ranking Test (GU-ART). GU-ART 2024 Round 01 will be held on February 11, 18, 25, March 03, and 10, 2024.
Goa University MCA is a full-time course offered for a duration of 2 years. Candidates having a bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 55% Marks(MCA) are eligible to apply. However, candidates seeking admission to the MCA program at Goa University should have Mathematics as a subject at 10+2 level. Check Goa University Admission 2024
Goa University MCA Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must thoroughly go through the eligibility criteria before applying for admission to Goa University MCA Course. In order to be eligible, a candidate must:
- Have Passed BCA/ Bachelor Degree in Computer Science/ Engineering or equivalent Degree with at least 50% marks (5% relaxation in minimum percentage for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC(Non Creamy Layer)/PwD shall be applicable as per State Government Rules).
- Passed Graduation in a Non-Computer Science discipline with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level with at least 50% marks (5% relaxation in minimum percentage for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non Creamy Layer)/PwD shall be applicable as per State Government Rules). Such candidates shall be provisionally admitted until successful completion of Bridge Courses.
- Admission to Semester III (Applicable for Non-Computer Science Graduates): The Non-Computer Science candidates are required to successfully complete the Bridge Course(s) before admission to the third Semester. To be considered successful, the student is required to obtain a minimum of 40% marks separately in the Theory and Laboratory components. The assessment of the Bridge course(s) shall be conducted by the Goa Business School. Refer Section B Bridge Course for Non-Computer Science candidates for details
Goa University MCA Admission Criteria
Admission is based on scores obtained in MCA Aptitude Test and through bridge courses for non-computer science students.
Admissions can be made online as well as offline.
The Aptitude Entrance Test shall be conducted as per the procedure given below:
- The entrance test shall be based on the syllabus available on the University website (Aptitude Entrance Test Syllabus) which consists of:
Part 1: Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning
Part 2: Mathematics
Part 3: Computer Science
- The test shall have 50 multiple choice questions carrying 2 marks each for a correct answer, with a negative marking of 0.5 for each wrong answer. An unanswered question will have 0 marks.
- The duration of the Test shall be 90 minutes.
- The candidates are required to score a minimum of 30% marks (percentage obtained by the candidate to be rounded up to the next integer) in the Aptitude Entrance Test to qualify for admission to MCA.
- The breakup shall be as follows:
Section |
Level of Difficulty |
Topic/s |
No. of questions |
I |
Least Difficult |
Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning |
15 |
II |
Medium Difficult |
Mathematics Computer Science |
10 5 |
III |
Most Difficult |
Computer Science |
20 |
- The tie-breaking in creating the Merit List will be as follows:
- Section III scores shall be the first level of tie-breaker, followed by Section II.
- In case the tie still exists, the University shall decide the order of merit.
Goa University MCA: How to Apply?
Step 1: Visit the official website, www.unigoa.ac.in
Step 2: Click on the ‘Systems’ tab then on the ‘Admission’ tab. A drop-down of systems tab appears
Step 3: Register by providing valid email id and password
Step 4: Log in with the credentials created
Step 5: Enter all the relevant details such as academic details, address, parent’s information, etc.
Step 6: Scan and upload photograph and signature along with the required documents.
Step 7: Pay the application fee through net banking or debit/ credit card or DD drawn in favour of ‘Goa University’ payable at Panaji, Goa.
Pay the application fee of Rs 400 for the General category and Rs 250 for the SC/ ST category
Step 8: Take a print out of the application form for future record.
Documents Required
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- UG mark sheets and passing certificate
- Birth certificate from a competent authority
- Caste certificate
- Bonafide student certificate (if applicable)
- Leaving/Transfer certificate from school or college last attended
- Non-Migrant Caste certificate
- Physically Handicapped certificate (if applicable)
Read More: Goa University Admission Criteria
Goa University MCA Course Details
GOA UNIVERSITY offers an MCA course in Computer Applications. The duration of the MCA course is 2 years.
The syllabus for Goa University MCA has been provided below:
- Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning
- Series
- Relationships
- Classification
- Coding
- Permutations and Combination
- Inference
- General English
- Mathematics
- Set Theory
- Algebra
- Coordinate Geometry
- Calculus
- Vectors
- Trigonometry
- Computer Awareness
- Computer Basics
Read More: Goa University Courses & Fees
Goa University MCA Placements
The Department has a very active placement cell and many reputed companies come for campus recruitment almost one and half year in advance. Majority of the students get their placement offers in the fourth semester itself.
Companies that visited for campus recruitment in the past include the following -
- TCS, Mumbai
- Sabre Technologies, Bangalore
- Cognizant Technology Solution, Pune
- Infosys, Pune
- IBM, Bangalore
- PSPL, Pune / Goa
- Zensar, Pune
- HSBC, Pune
- Torry Harris, Bangalore
- BMC Software, Pune
- Light Bulb, Pune
- Wipro, Banglore
- Accenture, Bangalore
- Hexaware
- L & T Infotech, Mumbai
- HONEYWELL Bangalore
- Carritur, Bangalore
- ADOBE, Bangalore
Goa University MCA FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available for MCA at Goa University?
Ans. There are total 60 available for MCA course at Goa University. 12% and 2% are reserved for ST and SC respectively.
Ques. If parents’ income is 2LPA, one can eligible for any scholarship at Goa University?
Ans. Yes, one is eligible for “Free Studentship” which can be applied by the students whose parents’ income does not exceed INR 3 LPA under the condition that one must have secured at least 45% marks in Arts, Commerce & Management Studies and 50% marks in the Science stream.
Ques. Is hostel facility available at Goa University?
Ans. Yes, separate facilities for boys and girls are available. There are total 2 hostels each for men and women with all the basic amenities like Mess, Wi-Fi connectivity, Sports, TV room, Bus service, etc.
Ques. How to rely on Goa University?
Ans. There is no doubt that this college is one among the best colleges. It is also ranked by 4 institutions as follows:
- Ranked 65th in the overall category by QS Ranking 2020
- Ranked at 93rd in the overall category of NIRF Ranking 2019
- Ranked at 76th by the Outlook Ranking 2019 in the overall category
- Ranked at 36th position among All India University by The Week 2019
Ques. What is the fee structure of MCA course at Goa University?
Ans. Following is the table to show the fee structure of MCA course:
YEAR |
1 |
2 |
TUITION FEE |
INR 17990 |
INR 17990 |
OTHER FEES |
INR 4900 |
INR 2770 |
TOTAL YEAR WISE |
INR 22,890 |
INR 20,760 |
GRAND TOTAL |
INR 43,650 |