Master of Computer Applications [MCA]

CREC Tirupati offers a two-year Master of Computer Applications (MCA) affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur (JNTUA). Admission is through AP ICET rank via APSCHE counselling. The total tuition fee is INR 97,400 over two years. CREC is a NAAC A-accredited institution and provides an affordable JNTUA-affiliated MCA option for BCA and B.Sc Computer Science graduates in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. APSCHE MCA counselling begins 10 July 2026.

CREC MCA Fees 2026

Fee Component	Amount
Year 1 Tuition Fee	INR 48,700
Year 2 Tuition Fee	INR 48,700
Total Fees	INR 97,400

• Fees shown are the total 2-year tuition fee (Tier-3a, 2025 structure).
• Verify the current fee with the college before admission.

CREC MCA Admission 2026

Event	Date
AP ICET Exam	May 2, 2026
AP ICET Result	May 16, 2026
APSCHE MCA Counselling	July 10 to July 14, 2026

• Admission to MCA at CREC Tirupati is through APSCHE counselling on AP ICET score.
• Check sche.ap.gov.in for the current counselling schedule.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science), or any graduate degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level, with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).
• Valid AP ICET score is mandatory for admission through APSCHE MCA counselling.
• Candidates must complete APSCHE MCA counselling registration and web option entry.

Admission Process

• Appear for AP ICET and secure a valid score.
• Register on the APSCHE counselling portal at sche.ap.gov.in and pay the processing fee.
• Upload graduation marksheets and category certificates for online verification.
• Enter web options for MCA college preferences during the option entry window.
• Receive seat allotment in the counselling round and report to CREC Tirupati.
• Pay the semester fee and complete document verification to confirm MCA admission.

✓ Opt for this if

• BCA or B.Sc CS graduates in Andhra Pradesh seeking MCA through AP ICET.
• JNTUA-affiliated MCA option in Tirupati at a low total fee of INR 97,400.
• Students targeting software or IT roles and planning postgraduate MCA degree.

✗ Skip if

• Candidates preferring MCA at ranked or metro colleges with placement support.
• Students who have not appeared for AP ICET for the 2026 counselling cycle.
• Graduates seeking higher-ranked PG computer applications programme elsewhere.

CREC MCA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
AP Fee Reimbursement Scheme	Full tuition fee reimbursement	SC/ST/BC students from Andhra Pradesh with family income below INR 2.5 LPA. Applied through college.
Post-Matric Scholarship (NSP)	Varies by category	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students. Apply at scholarships.gov.in before the deadline.
AICTE Pragati Scholarship	INR 50,000 per year	Female students in technical programmes. One per family. Family income below INR 8 LPA.
AICTE Saksham Scholarship	INR 50,000 per year	Differently-abled students in technical programmes. Income below INR 8 LPA.

• Visit scholarships.gov.in and the AICTE portal at aicte-india.org for deadlines.
• Students may approach the college financial aid office for guidance.

CREC MCA FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at CREC Tirupati?

• Ans. Applicants must hold a BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science), or any graduate degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level, with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university (45% for reserved categories).
• A valid AP ICET score is mandatory for admission through APSCHE MCA counselling.
• Candidates without Mathematics in their graduate degree may be required to complete bridge courses as per JNTUA norms.

Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at CREC Tirupati?

• Ans. The total tuition fee for the two-year MCA programme at CREC Tirupati is INR 97,400, payable as INR 48,700 per year.
• This is based on the 2025 fee structure and may be revised for 2026-27.
• Students should confirm the current fee directly with CREC Tirupati or through the APSCHE counselling portal before finalising admission.
• Hostel charges, where applicable, are additional and are not included in the tuition fee shown above.

Ques. How does MCA admission at CREC Tirupati work?

• Ans. Admission is through APSCHE MCA counselling, which uses AP ICET scores.
• Candidates register at sche.ap.gov.in, upload graduation marksheets and category documents, and enter web options for MCA college preferences.
• Seats are allotted based on AP ICET rank and category.
• Selected candidates must report to CREC Tirupati within the counselling deadline and complete fee payment and document verification to confirm their MCA admission for 2026-27.

Ques. Is AP ICET mandatory for MCA at CREC Tirupati?

• Ans. Yes, AP ICET (Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test) is mandatory for MCA admission at CREC Tirupati.
• The exam is conducted by APSCHE and the scores are used for state-level MCA counselling.
• Candidates who have not appeared for AP ICET 2026 are not eligible to participate in the current counselling cycle.
• There is no separate direct admission route for MCA at CREC Tirupati outside the APSCHE counselling process.

Ques. Are there scholarships for MCA students at CREC Tirupati?

• Ans. Yes, MCA students at CREC Tirupati may be eligible for the AP Fee Reimbursement Scheme, which covers full tuition for SC, ST, and BC students from Andhra Pradesh with family income below INR 2.5 LPA.
• The AICTE Pragati Scholarship supports female students and the AICTE Saksham Scholarship supports differently-abled students, each offering INR 50,000 per year for eligible candidates with family income below INR 8 LPA.
• Students can also check the National Scholarship Portal for additional category-based aid.

Ques. What career roles are available after MCA from CREC Tirupati?

• Ans. MCA graduates from CREC Tirupati can pursue roles as software developers, system analysts, database administrators, web developers, or IT consultants.
• The JNTUA-affiliated degree is recognised across Andhra Pradesh and by most IT employers in India.
• Graduates may also appear for government IT positions through competitive exams or pursue MBA or other PG courses.
• Those inclined toward academia can pursue M.Phil or PhD in Computer Science at JNTUA-affiliated research centres or other universities.