Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Kerala University for the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program consist of a semester-wise structure. The tuition fee for each semester is Rs. 13,010. Additionally, there is an examination fee of Rs. 730 payable at the end of each semester. During the admission phase, a refundable caution deposit is required, which is refundable upon course completion.
Aside from these primary fees, there are miscellaneous initial charges such as demand drafts. Financial aid opportunities include scholarships like the e-grantz scheme, with specific concessions available for students belonging to certain categories, such as SC/ST and OEC.
About Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA]
Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram offers a 3-year BCA programme at its Kariavattom campus for students from the Science stream with Computer Science, Computer Applications, or Mathematics as an optional subject. Admission is entirely merit-based through the Centralised Seat Sharing (CSS) process, with no entrance examination required, at a total fee of INR 1,04,950 across 3 years. Ranked NIRF 25 among Indian universities in 2025.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement expected in August 2026 (Tentative).
Kerala University BCA Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 35,870 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 34,540 |
| Year 3 Fee | INR 34,540 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 1,04,950 |
- Application fee is INR 600 for General/SEBC and INR 350 for SC/ST candidates.
- Hostel and transport charges are separate and vary by accommodation type.
Kerala University BCA Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CSS UG Online Registration Closes | April 30, 2026 |
| CSS UG Spot Admission | July 3, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- No entrance examination is required for BCA admission at Kerala University.
- Allotment and rank lists are published on admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) in the Science stream from a recognised board.
- Computer Science, Computer Applications, or Mathematics must be one of the optional subjects studied at 10+2 level.
- Selection is based on marks obtained in the Higher Secondary examination through the CSS merit process.
Admission Process
- Register online on the Kerala University CSS UG portal at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in before the closing date.
- Pay the application fee and submit academic details and course preferences.
- Merit rank list is prepared based on qualifying examination marks and course preference order.
- Check allotment results on the admissions portal and report on the allotted date with original documents.
- Pay Year 1 fee of INR 35,870 at the time of admission to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Science stream student with CS or Mathematics at 10+2 level
- Want a highly affordable BCA degree from a NIRF-ranked university
- No interest in taking entrance exams like CUET-UG or state tests
- Planning to pursue MCA or IT career in Kerala’s tech sector
- Comfortable securing admission purely on 10+2 merit
✗ Skip if
- From Commerce or Humanities stream without Mathematics at 10+2
- Need strong campus placement support from a dedicated IT school
- Looking for BCA with industry tie-ups or specialised technology labs
- Targeting IT jobs in cities outside Kerala after graduation
Kerala University BCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSSS) | INR 10,000 per year (Years 1 and 2) INR 20,000 (Year 3) | Top 20% students in Higher Secondary board examination |
| Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition fee + maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year |
| OBC Post Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee reimbursement | OBC students with family income below INR 1 Lakh per year |
| Kerala State Merit Scholarship | INR 5,000 per year | Top performers in state-level qualifying examination |
- All government scholarships must be applied for via the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Application deadlines are announced at the start of each academic year by the university.
Kerala University BCA FAQs
Ques. What stream is required to apply for BCA at Kerala University?
Ans. BCA at Kerala University requires candidates to have studied in the Science stream at 10+2 level with Computer Science, Computer Applications, or Mathematics as one of the optional subjects. Students from Commerce or Humanities streams without Mathematics are not eligible for this programme. There is no minimum percentage cutoff, and selection is entirely merit-based on 10+2 marks through the CSS process.
Ques. Is there any entrance examination for BCA admission at Kerala University?
Ans. No entrance examination is conducted or required for BCA admission at Kerala University. The university follows a merit-based CSS (Centralised Seat Sharing) process where candidates are ranked purely on their Higher Secondary examination marks. Students must register on the official admissions portal and submit course preferences to be considered for allotment.
Ques. What is the total fee for BCA at Kerala University?
Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BCA programme at Kerala University is INR 1,04,950. This is paid year-wise: INR 35,870 in Year 1 and INR 34,540 in each of Years 2 and 3. The application fee is INR 600 for General/SEBC candidates and INR 350 for SC/ST candidates. Hostel and transport charges are additional.
Ques. What career options are available after BCA from Kerala University?
Ans. BCA graduates from Kerala University can work as software developers, web designers, database assistants, and IT support engineers. The degree is also a direct qualification for MCA programmes, including at Kerala University itself. Kerala’s technology hubs in Thiruvananthapuram (Technopark) and Kochi (Infopark) offer strong local IT employment for BCA graduates from this region.
Ques. Can a BCA graduate from Kerala University pursue MCA at the same university?
Ans. Yes, BCA graduates from Kerala University are among the eligible candidates for the MCA programme at the same university. MCA admission is through the PG CSS merit process, based on qualifying degree marks, with a minimum of 50% aggregate required (45% for reserved categories). BCA graduates with strong academic records are well-placed to secure MCA admission through this merit route.
Ques. What scholarships are available for BCA students at Kerala University?
Ans. BCA students at Kerala University can avail the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships worth INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year, Post Matric Scholarships for SC/ST and OBC students covering tuition and maintenance, and the Kerala State Merit Scholarship worth INR 5,000 per year for top academic performers. All scholarships are applied for through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in after admission.