About Master of Computer Applications [MCA]
Institute of Technology and Science (ITS) Ghaziabad offers a two-year full-time Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programme affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE. Admission is through CUET-2026 scores as per the institute's admission details. The total academic fee for the MCA programme is INR 2.01 Lakhs for the two-year duration. The institute is accredited with NAAC Grade A+ and the MCA programme focuses on software development, IT applications, emerging technologies, and professional skills required for IT careers.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for 2026 are ongoing.
ITS Ghaziabad MCA Fees 2026
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,00,300 per year |
| Refundable Security Deposit (one-time) | INR 10,000 |
| Total Academic Fee (2 Years) | INR 2,00,600 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, 2 years) | INR 1,90,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 2,00,600 |
- Security deposit of INR 10,000 is fully refundable upon programme completion.
- Hostel charges are optional and excluded from the total fee figure above.
ITS Ghaziabad MCA Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 Registration | December 2025 – January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply for CUET-PG 2026 | January 23, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | January 25, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Exam | March 6 – March 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Result | April 24, 2026 |
| UPTAC Counselling Registration | May 25 – June 30, 2026 |
| MCA Batch Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Passed a 3-year bachelor's degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
- Candidates must have studied Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
- BCA/B.Sc. (IT/CS) graduates are eligible for MCA admission subject to the above criteria.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for CUET-PG 2026 as applicable for MCA admission.
- Apply through the I.T.S Ghaziabad admission process.
- Participate in the selection/admission procedure as notified by the institute.
- Submit original documents for verification.
- Pay the prescribed programme fee to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an AKTU-affiliated MCA with strong IT industry placement.
- Want a NAAC A+ college in the Delhi-NCR region for MCA.
- Plan to leverage UPTAC fee waiver for significantly reduced fees.
- Targeting software development or IT management career after MCA.
✗ Skip if
- Prefer NIT or central university MCA programmes for top-tier placements.
- Need average package above INR 8 LPA from campus placements.
- Want specialised MCA tracks in AI, data science, or cybersecurity.
- Require a university with direct international placement opportunities.
ITS Ghaziabad MCA Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship | INR 25,000 | Candidates having 80% marks in graduation |
| Merit Scholarship | INR 20,000 | Candidates having 75% marks in graduation |
| Merit Scholarship | INR 15,000 | Candidates having 70% marks in graduation |
| Merit Scholarship | INR 10,000 | Candidates having 65% marks in graduation |
| Academic Excellence Award | INR 15,000 / INR 10,000 / INR 5,000 | Students securing 1st, 2nd and 3rd positions in yearly academic performance |
- Scholarships are available for meritorious MCA students at the time of admission.
- Additional awards are provided to students based on academic performance during the programme.
- Do not mention UPTAC fee waiver or UP government scholarship as institute-provided MCA scholarships unless you have a separate government notification.
As mentioned, ITS Ghaziabad offers admission to MCA program based on UPTAC rank. ITS Ghaziabad UPTAC Cutoff 2024 rank is 14191 for the AI category. Further, UPTAC cutoff rank is 14582 for TFW category. Check ITS Ghaziabad Cutoff
ITS Ghaziabad MCA Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in ITS Ghaziabad MCA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the ITS Ghaziabad MCA program in 2024 was closed at the 14582 rank , whereas in 2023, the closing rank was 21455 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2024 | Cutoff rank 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| AI | 12843 | 21233 |
| TFW | 6830 | 20206 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, ITS Ghaziabad ranks 39 out of 268 colleges in India and 5th in state Uttar Pradesh for its MCA program.
- 23 out of 167 under India Today Computer Applications Ranking 2024.
- 19 out of 109 under Outlook Computer Applications Ranking 2024.
Read more on ITS Ghaziabad Rankings here
ITS Ghaziabad MCA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at ITS Ghaziabad?
Ans. The total academic fee for the 2-year MCA programme at ITS Ghaziabad is INR 2,10,600, comprising INR 1,00,300 per year in tuition fees and a one-time refundable security deposit of INR 10,000. Optional hostel accommodation costs INR 1,90,000 for two years. Students admitted through the UPTAC fee waiver category pay a significantly reduced total of INR 85,000 for the complete programme.
Ques. How is MCA admission done at ITS Ghaziabad?
Ans. MCA admission at ITS Ghaziabad is conducted through CUET-PG scores followed by UPTAC counselling managed by the Uttar Pradesh government. Candidates register for CUET-PG in December, appear in the exam in March, and participate in UPTAC MCA counselling in June. Seats are allotted based on CUET-PG merit and category. The 2026 admissions closed following UPTAC counselling in June 2026.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at ITS Ghaziabad?
Ans. Candidates must hold a BCA, B.Sc. Computer Science or IT, or B.Tech CS/IT degree with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories). Graduates from B.Sc./B.Com/B.A. backgrounds with Mathematics at 10+2 or degree level are also eligible with 50% marks. A valid CUET-PG score is mandatory for UPTAC counselling participation.
Ques. What placements does ITS Ghaziabad offer for MCA graduates?
Ans. ITS Ghaziabad MCA has a placement rate of 85 to 90%, with an average package of INR 3 to 5 LPA and a highest recorded package of INR 12 LPA. Key recruiters include TCS, Infosys, and Wipro. Internship training begins from the 3rd semester, providing industry exposure before final placement in the 5th semester.
Ques. Is ITS Ghaziabad MCA affiliated to AKTU?
Ans. Yes, ITS Ghaziabad is affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), the state technical university for Uttar Pradesh. The MCA degree is issued by AKTU and recognised by UGC and AICTE. AKTU affiliation ensures that the programme follows state university regulations and the degree is accepted for employment and further studies across India.