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About Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA]
AIMS Institutes, Peenya, Bangalore, offers a 3-year full-time Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) affiliated to Bangalore University with an intake of 120 seats. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks followed by a personal interview. Total programme fees are INR 4,01,000 over three years. Part of the School of Information Technology at AIMS, the programme prepares graduates for entry-level IT roles in Bengaluru’s tech industry.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
AIMS Institutes BCA Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (one-time) | INR 500 |
| Total Programme Fees (3 years) | INR 4,01,000 |
- Fee structure is based on third-party sources and subject to change per institution notification.
- Contact AIMS admissions office for the current semester-wise fee schedule and payment options.
AIMS Institutes BCA Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AIMS BCA Application Last Date | 31 May 2026 |
- Applications were submitted online through the AIMS portal with a one-time application fee of INR 500.
- Shortlisted candidates were called for a personal interview at the Peenya campus along with a parent or guardian.
- Final admission was confirmed upon document verification and payment of the first-semester fee.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognised board in any stream.
- Minimum aggregate marks as per Bangalore University norms and the merit cutoff set by AIMS for the current year.
- No specific subject requirement at 10+2 level, though students with Mathematics or Computer Science have an advantage in the first-year curriculum.
- Candidates must attend the Personal Interview at the AIMS campus and perform satisfactorily to be issued an offer letter.
Admission Process
- Visit the official AIMS portal and complete the online application form with required documents before the deadline.
- Pay the one-time application fee of INR 500 to finalise the form submission.
- Shortlisted candidates are called based on Class 12 merit score and compliance with the cutoff threshold.
- Attend the Personal Interview at the AIMS Institutes Peenya campus (parent or guardian must accompany the candidate).
- Receive the offer letter and complete document verification at the admissions office.
- Pay the first-semester fee within the specified deadline to confirm and lock in the admission seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Based in Bengaluru or planning to relocate for an IT career start.
- Looking for a merit-based BCA without a competitive entrance exam.
- Comfortable with INR 4,01,000 total fees for a Bangalore University degree.
- Planning to pursue MCA or MBA after BCA for career advancement.
- Eligible for Karnataka state scholarship as SC/ST or Category-I candidate.
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for a ranked private university or autonomous college for BCA.
- Need on-campus hostel accommodation as part of the programme.
- Targeting higher placement packages straight after BCA without additional study.
- Prefer a BCA programme with a built-in B.Sc. dual degree exit option.
AIMS Institutes BCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Government Post-Matric Scholarship | Fee reimbursement as per state norms | SC/ST/Category-I Karnataka students with required family income criteria |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Students in the top 20th percentile of Class 12 board examinations |
- Scholarship applications are submitted through NSP and the Karnataka Scholarship Portal respectively.
- Contact AIMS admissions office for institution-specific fee concession or merit scholarship details.
AIMS Institutes BCA FAQs
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for BCA at AIMS Institutes Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must have completed Class 12 or equivalent from any recognised board in any stream. There is no specific subject requirement at the 10+2 level, though a background in Mathematics or Computer Science is helpful for the curriculum. Shortlisted applicants are called for a personal interview at the campus, which is a mandatory step in the selection process. A parent or guardian is expected to accompany the candidate during the interview at the Peenya campus.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BCA admission at AIMS Institutes?
Ans. No, BCA admission at AIMS Institutes is merit-based and does not require any state or national entrance examination. Selection is based on Class 12 academic performance and the outcome of the Personal Interview conducted at the AIMS campus. This makes the programme accessible to students from any stream who meet the merit cutoff set by the college for the current academic year without needing to prepare for a separate entrance test.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BCA from AIMS Institutes?
Ans. BCA graduates from AIMS Institutes can pursue careers as software developers, web developers, system analysts, database administrators, or IT support engineers in Bengaluru’s tech sector. The college has a placement cell that works with recruiters such as Infosys, TCS, IndiaMART, EY, Accenture, and ICICI Bank. Graduates may also progress to MCA, MBA, or industry-specific postgraduate programmes to move into higher-level technology or management positions.
Ques. Is AIMS Institutes BCA affiliated to Bangalore University or an autonomous body?
Ans. The BCA programme at AIMS Institutes is affiliated to Bangalore University and is not an autonomous or deemed university course. The degree is awarded by Bangalore University upon successful completion. The curriculum follows the university framework, with additional value-added components such as industry certifications and placement training offered by AIMS Institutes as part of its School of Information Technology.
Ques. What is the total fee for BCA at AIMS Institutes and are scholarships available?
Ans. The total programme fees for BCA at AIMS Institutes are INR 4,01,000 for the 3-year duration, with a one-time application fee of INR 500. Karnataka government Post-Matric Scholarships are available for SC/ST and Category-I students through the state scholarship portal. Central Sector Scheme scholarships are also available for students in the top 20th percentile of their Class 12 board examinations. Contact the AIMS admissions office for any institute-level fee concession programmes.
Ques. Can BCA graduates from AIMS directly join the MCA programme at AIMS Institutes?
Ans. Yes, BCA graduates are eligible to apply for the MCA programme at AIMS Institutes. They must meet the MCA eligibility requirement of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree and must appear for Karnataka PGCET or KMAT Karnataka. Completing BCA at AIMS gives graduates familiarity with the campus and its placement ecosystem, and they can apply before the MCA application deadline through the official AIMS portal.