Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA]

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at Bengal College of Engineering and Technology (BCET), Durgapur, is a four-year MAKAUT-affiliated programme covering programming, web development, database management, networking, and software engineering. BCET is AICTE-approved and NBA-accredited, with 120 BCA seats. Admission is through MAKAUT’s centralised merit-based process. BCET’s 2024 batch reported 413 placements at TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, and Amazon across all programmes.

📋 Admission Status: BCET Durgapur BCA admissions for 2026-27 are expected to open in July 2026 through MAKAUT’s centralised admission portal. Confirm current status at bcetdgp.ac.in or at admission@sksgi.com.

Key Points

• Four-year BCA at BCET Durgapur, 120 seats
• Admission based on 10+2 merit, no entrance exam
• Total fees INR 2,70,000 for four years
• MAKAUT-affiliated, AICTE-approved, NBA-accredited
• Placement at TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, Amazon

BCET Durgapur BCA Fees 2026

• BCA total fees are INR 2.7 lakh for four years.
• Fees are paid semester-wise through the college’s online portal.
• Hostel is optional and charged separately from tuition fees.
• Confirm current per-semester schedule at bcetdgp.ac.in before applying.

BCET Durgapur BCA Admission 2026

• BCA admission is merit-based through MAKAUT’s centralised portal.
• Confirm registration dates at bcetdgp.ac.in or the MAKAUT website.
• The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) or equivalent from a recognised board in any stream with a minimum of 30 per cent aggregate marks, including a pass in English.
• Mathematics at the 10+2 level is preferred though not mandatory at all MAKAUT colleges. Confirm the exact requirement with BCET Durgapur before applying.
• Admission is through MAKAUT’s centralised BCA admission process based on 10+2 merit. No specific entrance examination is required.

Admission Process

• Complete 10+2 from a recognised board and obtain the final mark sheet.
• Register on MAKAUT’s centralised BCA admission portal when it opens (expected July 2026).
• Fill in college preferences and choose BCET Durgapur during the counselling round.
• Report to BCET Durgapur for document verification with originals: Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, transfer certificate, character certificate, and identity proof.
• Pay the Semester 1 fee to confirm the seat. Fees are paid semester-wise via the college’s online portal at bcetdgp.ac.in.
• Attend the departmental orientation and complete enrolment formalities in August 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

• Class 12 graduates seeking 4-year IT degree in West Bengal
• Fee-sensitive students: INR 2.7 lakh total for 4-year BCA
• Students wanting MAKAUT-affiliated BCA with placement support
• Candidates targeting software, web dev, or IT support careers
• Those planning MCA or MBA after BCA for career advancement

✗ Skip if

• Students who can secure a BTech seat via WBJEE or JEE Main
• Candidates needing a nationally ranked university brand
• Those targeting AI or ML careers that benefit from BTech base
• Students outside West Bengal (MAKAUT admission is WB-centric)
• Candidates expecting high placement numbers at tier-1 IT firms

BCET Durgapur BCA Scholarships 2026

• Apply for SVMCM via the West Bengal state scholarship portal.
• SC, ST, OBC, EWS candidates apply via West Bengal state portals.
• Central Sector and NSP scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in.

BCET Durgapur BCA FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for BCA at BCET Durgapur?

Ans. The total fee for BCA at BCET Durgapur is INR 2,70,000 for the four-year programme, paid semester-wise through the college portal at bcetdgp.ac.in. Hostel is optional, charged separately at INR 36,000 to INR 50,000 per semester. Confirm the current schedule at bcetdgp.ac.in.

Ques. What is the eligibility for BCA at BCET Durgapur?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 in any stream with at least 30 per cent aggregate including English from a recognised board. Mathematics at 10+2 is preferred. Admission is merit-based through MAKAUT’s centralised process with no separate entrance examination.

Ques. What entrance exam is needed for BCA at BCET Durgapur?

Ans. BCA at BCET Durgapur does not require a dedicated entrance examination. Admission is through MAKAUT’s centralised BCA portal based on 10+2 merit. Candidates register on the MAKAUT portal, fill college preferences, and seats are allotted based on aggregate marks and category.

Ques. What are the placement opportunities for BCA graduates at BCET Durgapur?

Ans. BCET Durgapur placed 413 students in 2024 at TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, Accenture, and Amazon across all programmes. BCA graduates can target software testing, web development, IT support, and business analyst roles. The placement cell provides aptitude and technical training.

Ques. Is hostel available for BCA students at BCET Durgapur?

Ans. BCET Durgapur provides separate hostels for male and female students. Charges are INR 36,000 to INR 50,000 per semester depending on room type. Hostel fees are separate from the academic fee of INR 2,70,000. Confirm availability at bcetdgp.ac.in.

Ques. What scholarships are available for BCA students at BCET Durgapur?

Ans. BCA students can apply for the SVMCM scholarship providing up to INR 4,000 per month for WB domicile students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh. SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students can apply via WB state portals for Post-Matric Scholarship.