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Alagappa University MCA Admission (Open): Fees, Eligibility, Application Form, Dates

Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu

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Master of Computer Applications [MCA]

Course Fees

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

3 K

1 Year Fees

10.5 K

Total Fees

19.7 K

Detailed Fees

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year	Tuition Fees	Other Fees	Total Fees
year 1	₹ 3000	₹ 7500	₹ 10.5 K
year 2	₹ 3000	₹ 6200	₹ 9.2 K

Course Information

Course Details

Alagappa University MCA Admission 2023 is open now. The last date to apply is May 10, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website – alagappauniversity.ac.in. Admission to the MCA program will be based on scores obtained in the entrance test conducted by the university. Entrance test for the MCA program will be conducted on May 21, 2023.

Alagappa University offers a 3 years MCA program under its Department of Computer Application. The program is recognized by UGC and AICTE. Applicants are selected on the basis of an Entrance Examination conducted by the university followed by Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview. Check Alagappa University Admissions

Alagappa University MCA Course Highlights

The duration of the MCA program is three years consisting of six semesters.
Each semester consists of a minimum of 75 working days with 6 working hours per day.
This university also offers a 1-year MCA program (weekend) for working professionals.
It charges students a sum of INR 29000 per year for the MCA course.
Prospective applicants should have a B.Sc (Relevant Subjects) or BCA degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate.
Applicants will be selected on the basis of an entrance examination followed by GD and/or PI.
50% weightage will be given to undergraduate aggregate while selection.
A student has to cover 140 credits in total to complete the entire course.

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Table of Content

Alagappa University MCA Important Dates 2023
Alagappa University MCA Eligibility Criteria
Alagappa University MCA Admission Criteria
Alagappa University MCA Course Details
Alagappa University MCA Placements
Alagappa University MCA FAQs

Alagappa University MCA Important Dates 2023

Event	Date
Application Open	April 5, 2023
Last Date to fill the Application Form	May 10, 2023
Date of Entrance Exam	May 21, 2023
Declaration of Result and Merit List	To be Notified
Counselling	To be Notified

Alagappa University MCA Eligibility Criteria

For admission in a full-time MCA program in the academic year 2023-24, a student must have completed his/her bachelor's degree (either BCA or B.Sc). The education format should be 10+2+3.
Prospective applicants should have B.Sc. in Mathematics/ Statistics/ Applied Sciences/ Computer Science/ Information Technology OR B.Sc. Degree in Physics/ Chemistry/ Electronics with Mathematics as an ancillary subject OR BCA/ B.Com./ BBA/ B.E IT/ Computer Science/ Electronics/ Communication/ Electrical with minimum of 60% marks.
There will be a relaxation of 5% marks for the students who belong to the reserved category.

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Alagappa University MCA Admission Criteria

For admission to the MCA course in the academic year 2023-24, a student has to clear an entrance exam organized by the university.
The selection will be based on the 50% marks scored by the student in the entrance exam and 50% marks scored in the undergraduate level degree course. A candidate from a reserved category will get some relaxation here.
After that, the student will have to go through GD and/or PI.
The selected students will then be allotted seats.
Only the successful students will secure their place for admission.

How to Apply?

A student can submit the application form for admission to the MCA course in the academic year of 2023-2024 online. Here is a guide to filling the application form:

Visit the official website of Alagappa University.
After that, the candidate needs to find the link to the online application form and click on it.
Then, the candidate should fill up the application form according to the instructions.
Then, the candidate has to upload the documents (ex: mark sheets, identity proof, photo, signature, etc.) that are asked.
The candidate needs to preview the form and check properly if all the information is filled up properly.
Now, the candidate has to pay the exam fee and submit the application form.
The payment of the application fee can be done online using UPI, Credit Card/ Debit Card, Net Banking, and more.
The application fee for the student who is applying for the MCA program is INR 500. However, for SC and ST category students, the fee is INR 250.

Alagappa University MCA Course Details

Program Structure

The duration of the MCA program is three years consisting of six semesters.
Each semester consists of a minimum of 75 working days with 6 working hours per day.
A student needs to take the semester exam of all the respective papers.
Semester exams are taken twice every single academic year in November and April. Each semester paper has a duration of 3 years.
The program follows the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS).

Credit Requirements

Each student should take 140 credits to complete the MCA programme.
Students may be allowed to take interdisciplinary courses in a semester offered by the other Departments as interdisciplinary courses with the advice of the course coordinator.
Each student has to register for at least 8 credits in the interdisciplinary courses during the programme.
The number of credits registered should not exceed 12 credits for the entire period of study.
The project work (one semester duration) is to be carried out in the VI Semester and the project report carries 15 credits.

Examinations

Each theory course carries 4 credits / 5 credits with 75 marks in the Semester (University Examination) and 25 marks in the Internal Assessment and each Lab (Practical) course carries 3 credits with 75 marks in the Semester examination and 25 marks in the Internal Assessment.
The passing minimum for each course in a semester is 45% in the external examinations and 50% in aggregate by combining external and internal.

Alagappa University MCA Syllabus

Students can download the complete syllabus here. Click Here. This pdf gives the details on each course, its credits, the courses to be completed in a particular semester and the mode of the evaluation. It also lists the elective subjects and provides complete information on the project evaluation.

Alagappa University MCA Placements

Alagappa University provides a decent placement to the students. They have a dedicated placement cell that works relentlessly to offer their students good placement opportunities.
MCA students have been placed in companies such as HDFC Bank, IFFCO-TOKIO, Standard Chartered Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Poorani Textiles, Axis Bank, Vietnam Logistics Clearing & Forwarding, Ti Cycle of India, Senthil Andavar Transport Pvt. Ltd., and many more.

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Alagappa University MCA FAQs

Ques. Can students with an Arts/Commerce background apply for Alagappa University?

Ans. No, applicants should have a B.Sc. in Mathematics/ Statistics/ Applied Sciences/ Computer Science/ Information Technology OR B.Sc. Degree in Physics/ Chemistry/ Electronics with Mathematics as an ancillary subject OR BCA/ B.Com./ BBA/ B.E IT/ Computer Science/ Electronics/ Communication/ Electrical with minimum of 60% marks

Ques. How is the faculty of MCA at Alagappa University?

Ans. Alagappa University has highly qualified faculty members. With world-class facilities and training, the teacher helps the students to study efficiently. With their guidance, the students become IT industry-ready after finishing the course.

Ques. Do foreign universities allow students who have done MCA from Alagappa University?

Ans. Yes, there is no problem for any student seeking admission to foreign universities for higher education with an MCA degree from Alagappa University. This university is UGC and AICTE affiliated and accredited by NAAC.

Ques. What is the average package a student gets after completing the MCA course from Alagappa University?

Ans. At Alagappa University, the average package for a student from the MCA department is around INR 1.16 LPA. However, a large number of students from this department get successful placement with far better packages.

Ques. What facilities does a student get at Alagappa University pursuing MCA course?

Ans. A student gets all the modern facilities that should be available in a modern classroom. Here, all the computer labs and smart classrooms have internet facilities. Apart from that, a student gets to use Apple Blade Server, HP Laser Printer and Copier, LCD Projectors, and there are also video conferencing facilities available here. Morden software like AutoCad, MatLab, J2EE, MS Office Professional, MS Visual Studio, Photoshop, and many more are available here.

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How can I obtain a transcript from Alagappa University? What is the procedure?

Harsita Gupta

31 Aug 22

You can obtain transcripts from Alagappa University by following the easy steps below.

Write a letter to the registrar of the university and state the reason why you need the transcripts. The letter should be addressed to The Registrar, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.
Submit copies of the required documents as well. You will need copies of mark sheets and ECA academic request form.
Make a DD in the name of The Registrar of Alagappa University.
Submit all the documents to the office of the registrar.

The university usually issues transcripts within 15 days.

Is Alagappa University good?

Anumita Dasgupta

31 Aug 22

Alagappa University is good in terms of learning. It is a reputed state university that offers regular, distance, and online courses in various disciplines. The university has 39 departments, 9 centers, and 2 affiliated colleges on its campus. It also has 44 affiliated colleges in different districts. The university offers courses at different levels, i.e. undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma levels.

What is the accreditation of a B.Sc optometry course in foreign countries conducted by Alagappa University?

Harpreet Kaur

31 Aug 22

A B.Sc Optometry degree from Alagappa University is recognized internationally. UGC has granted Alagappa University autonomy status. Universities with autonomy status can collaborate and conduct courses without the prior approval of UGC. Since Alagappa University is recognized by UGC, degrees offered by this university are also recognized in universities abroad.

Is Alagappa University WES approved?

Yashwashini Mahera

13 Jun 22

Yes, Alagappa University is WES approved. If you want to pursue higher studies in the US or Canada, you need to get an assessment certificate from WES. Here are the documents that you will need for WES verification.

Duly filled out WES application form
Fees receipt
Copy of transcript and degree certificate

You can do the WES verification by visiting the university in person.

Is Alagappa University fake?

Sreeja Prasad

13 Jun 22

No, Alagappa University isn’t fake. It is a Govt. university. Courses offered by the university are approved by UGC and AICTE. The university has NAAC accreditation. The university offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, certificate, and diploma courses in the faculties of Science, Arts, Management, and Education. Admission to these courses is merit and entrance based.

Is Alagappa University a government?

Argha Banerjee

13 Jun 22

Yes, Alagappa University is a Govt. University. It is a state university with 2 constituent colleges on campus, 44 affiliated colleges, 39 departments, and 9 centers. The university offers various courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, certificate, diploma, and post-diploma levels. Admission to most of the courses offered by the university is based on merit or performance in the entrance test.

What are the UG courses in Alagappa University?

Akriti Sinha

13 Jun 22

At the UG level, Alagappa University offers B.Ed, B.P.Ed, D.P.Ed, B.Sc., B.Voc courses. Admission to B.P.Ed. and D.P.Ed. courses are based on Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Test, and Game Test Marks. B.Ed admissions are based on entrance test marks. Admission to other courses is based on merit and performance in the entrance test.

Is Alagappa University online degree valid?

Priyanka Sethi

13 Jun 22

Yes, an online degree from Alagappa University is valid. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The university offers various undergraduate and post-graduate degrees through the online mode.

The university offers various features to make the learning experience smooth. Students learn through e-books, live interactive sessions, recorded videos, discussion forums, stimulated case studies, and other resources.

Is degree from Alagappa University valid?

Sanjukta Banerjee

10 Jun 22

Yes, a degree from Alagappa University is valid. The university is recognized by UGC. It has been graded as category I university by MHRD UGC. It also received ‘A+’ grade by NAAC. The university offers several UG, PG courses in the faculty of Science, Arts, Management and Education. Admission to these courses are based on merit.