Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA]

The 3-year Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya (KNM), Nagpur, is a full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU). Admission is merit-based on Class 12 aggregate, with a total programme fee of INR 62,772. With an intake of 300 seats and NAAC A+ accreditation, KNM offers one of the most affordable BCA options in Nagpur for students entering computer applications at the undergraduate level.

📋 Admission Status: Admission window for BCA 2026 has closed. Merit list is expected to be published in July 2026.

KNM BCA Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	INR 20,924
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	INR 20,924
Tuition Fee (Year 3)	INR 20,924
Total Fees (3 Years)	INR 62,772

• Fee figures are for the full 3-year programme duration.
• SC/ST students receive fee concession as per Maharashtra government norms.

KNM BCA Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Window Opened	May 2026
Application Window Closed	June 2026
Merit List Publication	July 2026 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	August 2026

• Apply through the college portal at enrollonline.co.in/KNM when the next cycle opens.
• Verify merit list publication dates on the official KNM website before reporting to campus.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories under RTMNU norms).
• Mathematics or Statistics as one of the subjects in Class 12 is preferred. Check the final eligibility notification from KNM for the exact subject requirement.
• No separate entrance examination is conducted. Selection is purely merit-based on Class 12 academic performance.

Admission Process

• Register on the official KNM online admission portal at enrollonline.co.in/KNM during the open application window.
• Upload Class 12 marksheets, school leaving certificate, identity proof, and category certificate if applicable.
• A merit list is prepared by the college based on the percentage scored in qualifying Class 12 examinations.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification at the KNM campus in Nagpur.
• Admission is confirmed on payment of the first-year tuition fee at the college accounts section.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want a very affordable BCA at a NAAC A+ college in Nagpur.
• You plan to pursue MCA or M.Sc CS as a postgraduate step after BCA.
• You are fee-sensitive and need a reputable RTMNU-affiliated programme.
• You prefer a large intake with broad peer diversity on campus.

✗ Skip if

• You need strong campus placements and active industry recruitment for BCA.
• You prefer a college with specialised IT labs or industry-partnered curriculum.
• You want a BCA programme at an autonomous or engineering-focused institution.

KNM BCA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility / Schedule
Economically Backward Students Scholarship	As per college norms	Students from economically backward families applied through college office
Physically Handicapped Students Scholarship	As per college norms	Differently abled students applied through college office
MahaDbt State Government Schemes	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/NT/SBC/EBC students via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

• MahaDbt scholarships require annual renewal each academic cycle.
• Contact the college welfare office for institutional scholarship deadlines.

KNM BCA FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for BCA at KNM Nagpur?

Ans. Applicants must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for reserved category students under RTMNU norms). Mathematics or Statistics in Class 12 is generally preferred for BCA. No separate entrance examination is held. Selection is entirely merit-based on the qualifying examination score. Candidates must apply during the open window through the college’s online admission portal at enrollonline.co.in/KNM.

Ques. What is the total fee for BCA at Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya?

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BCA programme at KNM Nagpur is INR 62,772, structured as INR 20,924 per year. SC/ST students are eligible for government fee concessions under Maharashtra norms. At this price point, the programme is among the most cost-accessible BCA options in Nagpur offered by a NAAC A+ college. Students from low-income backgrounds may additionally apply for MahaDbt state scholarships via the government portal.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BCA admission at KNM?

Ans. No separate entrance examination is conducted for BCA admission at Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur. The selection process is entirely merit-based on Class 12 aggregate percentage as awarded by the respective board. Students who scored well in Class 12 particularly in Mathematics or Science stream subjects have a higher probability of being shortlisted in the merit list published by the college for the BCA programme.

Ques. What career options are available after BCA from KNM Nagpur?

Ans. BCA graduates from KNM can pursue careers as software developers, system analysts, database administrators, or IT support specialists. The degree also serves as a foundation for postgraduate programmes including MCA, MBA in IT, or M.Sc in Computer Science. Government sector opportunities through SSC, banking IT officer examinations, and state PSC technical posts are also accessible after BCA. Graduates aiming for higher-paying technical roles typically pursue MCA or industry certifications post-BCA.

Ques. Can I pursue MCA after completing BCA at KNM?

Ans. Yes. A BCA degree from RTMNU-affiliated Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya qualifies students for admission to MCA programmes at RTMNU-affiliated institutions. For MCA admission in Maharashtra at the state level, candidates appear for MAH-MCA-CET conducted by the State CET Cell and enter the CAP counselling process managed by DTE Maharashtra. National MCA programmes at NITs and centrally funded institutions accept NIMCET scores. KNM itself also offers a 2-year MCA programme for eligible BCA graduates.

Ques. What is the intake for BCA at KNM and how competitive is admission?

Ans. The BCA programme at KNM, Nagpur, has an intake of 300 seats, making it one of the larger BCA batches in the RTMNU jurisdiction. Admission is merit-based, so applicants with higher Class 12 percentages are shortlisted first. The large intake generally means that students with a genuine pass score in Class 12 Mathematics or Science stream subjects have a reasonable chance of securing a seat. Final admission is confirmed after document verification at the college.