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Best M.C.A. Universities in India

Masters of Computer Application (MCA) is one of the most prestigious courses of computer application. MCA is a programme that comes with a three-year duration and is targeted at those aspirants who are willing to dive deeper into the development of computer applications with the support of contemporary programming language.

The programme is stretched in a time span of six semesters where the students learn skill development in computers in the first year, the second year teaches a conceptual study framework, and the third year renders specializations and necessary project work. Applicants will be able to find the best M.C.A universities in India in the below article.

The MCA full form is Master of Computer Application. The objective of MCA is to develop information and technology professionals. The MCA degree provides both theoretical as well as practical knowledge.

Top 10 MCA universities in India

MCA Eligibility Criteria

In order to pursue Master of Computer Applications, aspirants have to meet the common eligibility criteria to qualify for admission in any university. However, the MCA eligibility criteria vary from college to college depending upon their requirement for student’s academic qualifications:

Candidates should have completed their BCA/B.Sc /B.Com or a similar stream and should have scored at least 50% marks in the Undergraduate level. Mathematics should be a compulsory subject in the 10+2 grade in order to be eligible.

Top MCA Entrance Exams

In order to enroll for admission in a college which offers Master of Computer Application, Candidates should take note of some popular entrance exams which they should attempt. Giving these entrance tests not only paves your way for admission in the most popular universities but also secures your future in every aspect.

Here are some of the following entrance tests which every candidate should attend to pursue a degree in MCA programme in a well-reputed university:

MAH MCA CET: Conducted by State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra for admissions in MCA programme amongst various universities.

CUET PG: Conducted by the National Testing Agency, for admissions in MCA programme in the participating universities.

TANCET: Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test. Anna University is the conducting authority of TANCET.  The test is held for admission to post-graduation courses like M.E/M.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Plan, and M.Arch in various colleges/institutes of Tamil Nadu.

NPAT: National Test for Programs After Twelfth is conducted by the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), for admission in the course of MCA. 

NIMCET: National Institute of Technology Master of Computer Applications Common Entrance Test is conducted by National Institute of Technology for admission in MCA programme every year.

Best MCA Universities in North India

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

What are the top universities for MCA course?

Ans. Top 5 universities for MCA are: Delhi University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, NMIMS, Mumbai University, Jadavpur University, Symbiosis International. 

What are the career opportunities that can be pursued after MCA?

Ans. MCA graduate candidates attain their preferred job roles on the basis of their technical expertise. They can get employed in various sectors such as Information Technology, networking, banking, NBFC (non banking finance corporation), desktop publishing. After pursuing a degree in MCA, students can also become a lecturer/professor.

What are the job profiles after completing MCA?

Ans. The job profiles after completing Masters in Computer Application are Web Designer/Web Developer, Computer System Analyst, Software Developer, Database Administrator, Software Engineer or Programmer, Software Application Architect, Project Manager, Hardware Engineer, Software Consultant, and Senior Technical Consultant.

What is the average salary of a MCA graduate?

Ans. The average salary of an MCA graduate ranges between Rs 4 lakhs to Rs 7 Lacs per annum in India.

What is the full form of MCA?

Ans. The full form of MCA is Masters of Computer Applications.

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  • M.C.A.

ANU Guntur - Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur

Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Public/Govt

ANU Guntur - Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur

Guntur, Andhra Pradesh Public/Govt 4.8/594 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 59
NIRF Ranking: 59
MCA
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Adamas University, Kolkata

    Kolkata, West Bengal
    Private

    Adamas University, Kolkata

    Kolkata, West Bengal Private 4.1/562 Reviews
    MCA
    600+ Brochures downloaded so far
    600+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Adikavi Nannaya University, Rajahmundry

    Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
    4.2/54 Reviews
    Public/Govt

    Adikavi Nannaya University, Rajahmundry

    Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh Public/Govt 4.2/54 Reviews
    MCA
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Top Institutes Accepting Applications

    Agrawan Heritage University, Agra

    Agra, Uttar Pradesh
    Private

    Agrawan Heritage University, Agra

    Agra, Uttar Pradesh Private
    MCA
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      AKS University, Satna

      Satna, Madhya Pradesh
      3.4/59 Reviews
      Private

      AKS University, Satna

      Satna, Madhya Pradesh Private 3.4/59 Reviews
      MCA
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Alagappa University - Alagappa University, Karaikudi

      Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu
      4.2/54 Reviews
      Public/Govt

      Alagappa University - Alagappa University, Karaikudi

      Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu Public/Govt 4.2/54 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 47Careers360 Ranking: 38
      NIRF Ranking: 47Careers360 Ranking: 38
      MCA
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Aliah University, Kolkata

      Kolkata, West Bengal
      Public/Govt

      Aliah University, Kolkata

      Kolkata, West Bengal Public/Govt 4.4/510 Reviews
      MCA
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far

      AMU Aligarh - Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

      Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
      Public/Govt

      AMU Aligarh - Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

      Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh Public/Govt 4.7/5417 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 8Careers360 Ranking: 13
      NIRF Ranking: 8Careers360 Ranking: 13
      MCA
      1500+ Brochures downloaded so far
      1500+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Bengaluru

      Bangalore, Karnataka
      4.1/54 Reviews
      Private

      Amity University, Bengaluru

      Bangalore, Karnataka Private 4.1/54 Reviews
      MCA
      • Fees : 4 Lakhs
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University Gurgaon - Amity University, Gurugram

      Gurgaon, Haryana
      Private

      Amity University Gurgaon - Amity University, Gurugram

      Gurgaon, Haryana Private 4.3/5219 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 101-150
      NIRF Ranking: 101-150
      MCA
      1000+ Brochures downloaded so far
      1000+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Gwalior

      Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
      Private

      Amity University, Gwalior

      Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh Private 4.3/5148 Reviews
      MCA
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Jaipur

      Jaipur, Rajasthan
      Private

      Amity University, Jaipur

      Jaipur, Rajasthan Private 4.1/5200 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 151-200
      NIRF Ranking: 151-200
      MCA
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Kolkata

      Kadampukur, West Bengal
      Private

      Amity University, Kolkata

      Kadampukur, West Bengal Private 4.6/575 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 151-200
      NIRF Ranking: 151-200
      MCA
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far

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      Amity University, Mohali

      Mohali, Punjab
      Private

      Amity University, Mohali

      Mohali, Punjab Private 3.0/510 Reviews
      MCA
      • Fees : 3.20 Lakhs
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Mumbai

      Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
      Private

      Amity University, Mumbai

      Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra Private 4.5/526 Reviews
      MCA
      1000+ Brochures downloaded so far
      1000+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Patna

      Patna, Bihar
      4.1/55 Reviews
      Private

      Amity University, Patna

      Patna, Bihar Private 4.1/55 Reviews
      MCA
      • Fees : 2.76 Lakhs
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Raipur

      Raipur, Chhattisgarh
      Private

      Amity University, Raipur

      Raipur, Chhattisgarh Private 4.4/516 Reviews
      MCA
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far
      300+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Amity University, Ranchi

      Ranchi, Jharkhand
      Private

      Amity University, Ranchi

      Ranchi, Jharkhand Private 4.3/526 Reviews
      MCA
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Anjaneya University, Raipur

      Raipur, Chhattisgarh
      Private

      Anjaneya University, Raipur

      Raipur, Chhattisgarh Private
      MCA
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Annamalai University - Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar

        Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
        Public/Govt

        Annamalai University - Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar

        Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu Public/Govt 4.1/523 Reviews
        NIRF Ranking: 101-150Careers360 Ranking: 79
        NIRF Ranking: 101-150Careers360 Ranking: 79
        MCA
        1000+ Brochures downloaded so far
        1000+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Apeejay Stya University, Sohna

        Gurgaon, Haryana
        Private

        Apeejay Stya University, Sohna

        Gurgaon, Haryana Private 3.7/563 Reviews
        MCA
        • Fees : 2.58 Lakhs
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Apex Professional University, Pasighat

        Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
        Private

        Apex Professional University, Pasighat

        Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh Private
        MCA
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Apex University, Jaipur

        Jaipur, Rajasthan
        Private

        Apex University, Jaipur

        Jaipur, Rajasthan Private 4.1/513 Reviews
        MCA
        300+ Brochures downloaded so far
        300+ Brochures downloaded so far

        ARKA Jain University, Seraikela

        Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
        Private

        ARKA Jain University, Seraikela

        Jamshedpur, Jharkhand Private 4.3/527 Reviews
        MCA
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Arni University, Kathgarh

        Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
        Private

        Arni University, Kathgarh

        Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Private
        MCA
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Arunachal University of Studies, Namsai

        Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh
        2.6/51 Reviews
        Private

        Arunachal University of Studies, Namsai

        Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh Private 2.6/51 Reviews
        MCA
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Arunodaya University, Itanagar

        Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh
        Private

        Arunodaya University, Itanagar

        Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh Private
        MCA
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        AKU Patna - Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna

        Patna, Bihar
        4.2/58 Reviews
        Public/Govt
        MCA
        600+ Brochures downloaded so far
        600+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Aryavart International University, Dharmanagar

        Dharmanagar, Tripura
        Private
        MCA
        • Fees : 1.32 Lakhs
        Brochures downloaded so far
        Brochures downloaded so far

        Aryavart University, Sehore

        Sehore, Madhya Pradesh
        Private

        Aryavart University, Sehore

        Sehore, Madhya Pradesh Private
        MCA
          Brochures downloaded so far
          Brochures downloaded so far

          ASBM University, Bhubaneswar

          Bhubaneshwar, Odisha
          Private

          ASBM University, Bhubaneswar

          Bhubaneshwar, Odisha Private 4.1/549 Reviews
          MCA
          100+ Brochures downloaded so far
          100+ Brochures downloaded so far

          Asian International University, Manipur

          Manipur, Manipur
          5.0/52 Reviews
          Private
          MCA
            300+ Brochures downloaded so far
            300+ Brochures downloaded so far

            Assam Don Bosco University, Guwahati

            Guwahati, Assam
            Private
            MCA
            300+ Brochures downloaded so far
            300+ Brochures downloaded so far

            Assam Rajiv Gandhi University of Cooperative Management, Sivasagar

            Sivasagar, Assam
            Public/Govt
            MCA
            100+ Brochures downloaded so far
            100+ Brochures downloaded so far

            Assam Women's University, Jorhat

            Jorhat, Assam
            5.0/51 Reviews
            Public/Govt

            Assam Women's University, Jorhat

            Jorhat, Assam Public/Govt 5.0/51 Reviews
            MCA
            100+ Brochures downloaded so far
            100+ Brochures downloaded so far

            Atal Bihari Vajpayee Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur

            Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh
            3.6/51 Reviews
            Public/Govt

            Atal Bihari Vajpayee Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur

            Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh Public/Govt 3.6/51 Reviews
            MCA
              100+ Brochures downloaded so far
              100+ Brochures downloaded so far

              Atmiya University, Rajkot

              100+ Brochures downloaded so far
              100+ Brochures downloaded so far

              Aurora Higher Education and Research Academy, Uppal

              Hyderabad, Telangana
              Private
              MCA
                100+ Brochures downloaded so far
                100+ Brochures downloaded so far

                Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore

                Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
                Public/Govt
                NIRF Ranking: 98
                MCA
                300+ Brochures downloaded so far
                300+ Brochures downloaded so far

                Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, Jammu

                Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
                3.9/54 Reviews
                Public/Govt

                Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, Jammu

                Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir Public/Govt 3.9/54 Reviews
                MCA
                100+ Brochures downloaded so far
                100+ Brochures downloaded so far

                Baba Mastnath University, Rohtak

                Rohtak, Haryana
                Private

                Baba Mastnath University, Rohtak

                Rohtak, Haryana Private 4.1/512 Reviews
                MCA
                600+ Brochures downloaded so far
                600+ Brochures downloaded so far

                BBAU Lucknow - Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow

                Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
                Public/Govt

                BBAU Lucknow - Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow

                Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Public/Govt 4.4/546 Reviews
                NIRF Ranking: 33
                NIRF Ranking: 33
                MCA
                1500+ Brochures downloaded so far
                1500+ Brochures downloaded so far

                Babu Dinesh Singh University, Garhwa

                Garhwa, Jharkhand
                Private

                Babu Dinesh Singh University, Garhwa

                Garhwa, Jharkhand Private
                MCA
                • Fees : 1.74 Lakhs
                100+ Brochures downloaded so far
                100+ Brochures downloaded so far

                Bagalkot University, Jamkhandi

                Jamkhandi, Karnataka
                3.8/58 Reviews
                Public/Govt

                Bagalkot University, Jamkhandi

                Jamkhandi, Karnataka Public/Govt 3.8/58 Reviews
                MCA
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