Fees
Fees at Mahatma Gandhi University for the Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] program range from approximately Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 50,000 yearly, depending on the student's enrollment status and course specifics. The program may include semester fees of Rs. 9,000 to Rs. 20,000, which encompasses tuition, library, and university charges. An advance or registration fee of around Rs. 850 to Rs. 10,000 is also required. Scholarships are available through government and management support, potentially offering financial assistance to qualifying students.
Additional charges might include a uniform fee of Rs. 3,000 for three pairs and a book fee of Rs. 5,000. Students with add-on courses such as logistics and supply chain management may incur extra fees of up to Rs. 79,000 in the final semester. Examination fees are separate and payable to the university.
About Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA]
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam offers a 4-year Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) through affiliated colleges across Kottayam, Idukki, and Pathanamthitta. Admission is merit-based through MGU UGP CAP 2026 with no separate entrance exam. Annual tuition ranges from INR 3,150 in aided colleges to INR 42,000 in self-financing colleges. MGU holds a NIRF University rank of 43 (2025), and its BCA prepares students for software development, IT, and computer application roles.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Supplementary Allotment I begins 31 July 2026.
MGU BCA Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Self-Financing Colleges, per semester) | INR 21,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Aided Colleges, per year) | INR 3,150 |
| Lab Fee (Aided Colleges, per year) | INR 525 |
| University Affiliation Fee (one-time) | INR 1,695 |
| Total Fees (Self-Financing, 4 years) | INR 1,69,695 |
- Aided college total for 4 years (tuition, lab fee, and university fee) amounts to INR 16,395.
- SC/ST candidates in aided or government colleges are eligible for full fee reimbursement through the Kerala e-grants portal.
- A caution deposit may be collected separately by individual affiliated colleges as per institutional norms.
MGU BCA Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAP 2026 Application Opens | May 15, 2026 |
| CAP 2026 Application Closes | June 10, 2026 |
| Trial Allotment Published | June 12, 2026 |
| First Allotment Released | June 17, 2026 |
| Second Allotment Released | June 27, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | July 1, 2026 |
- Candidates must accept their allotment and remit the university fee within the deadline set for each round.
- Supplementary allotment rounds are conducted for remaining vacant seats after the main allotments close.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass in Plus Two or equivalent examination from any stream, recognised by MG University as equivalent thereto.
- Candidates with Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, Computer Science, or Informatics Practices in Plus Two are eligible. The merit index uses the best score among these five subjects for computing the rank.
- No minimum aggregate percentage is prescribed for basic eligibility, though higher scores are recommended given the competitive merit-based allotment.
Admission Process
- Register on cap.mgu.ac.in and fill the online application for MGU UGP CAP 2026.
- Pay the application fee of INR 750 (General) or INR 350 (SC/ST) through the online payment gateway.
- Enter up to 20 college and BCA programme preferences in priority order.
- Rank is prepared from total Part III marks plus best mark among Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, Computer Science, and Informatics Practices, with any bonus marks for NCC/NSS.
- Accept the allotment online, remit the university affiliation fee of INR 1,695, and report to the allotted college with original documents for final admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting software development, database management, or IT support roles.
- Came from a commerce or humanities stream and want a computer degree without B.Tech.
- Looking for an affordable computer application course via an aided college under MGU.
- Plan to pursue MCA or MBA after completing BCA from an MGU affiliated college.
✗ Skip if
- Prefer B.Tech or B.Sc Computer Science for core engineering or research roles.
- Require strong campus placement support in a metro city like Bangalore or Chennai.
- Need a degree with greater industry recognition for immediate software-sector placement outside Kerala.
MGU BCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Kerala Government) | Full fee reimbursement plus maintenance allowance | SC/ST students admitted to aided or government BCA colleges under MGU |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS) | INR 10,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
| Kerala State Merit Scholarship | INR 15,000 per year | Meritorious BCA students based on Plus Two marks and CAP rank |
| Chief Minister’s Special Scholarship | INR 5,000 per year | Students from Below Poverty Line families in Kerala enrolled in regular BCA |
- SC/ST fee reimbursement in aided and government colleges is processed through the Kerala e-grants portal.
- Central scholarship applications must be submitted on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
MGU BCA FAQs
Ques. Can commerce or arts students apply for BCA at MG University?
Ans. Yes. BCA at MG University is open to candidates from all streams who have passed Plus Two with Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, Computer Science, or Informatics Practices. Commerce and arts students with Mathematics or Accountancy are eligible. The merit index uses the best mark among these five subjects, so students from any stream with strong scores in these subjects can compete for BCA seats.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BCA admission at MGU?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required. Admission to BCA at MG University affiliated colleges is entirely through the MGU UGP CAP 2026 at cap.mgu.ac.in, based on Plus Two marks. The rank is prepared from total Part III marks plus the best score in Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, Computer Science, or Informatics Practices, plus any NCC/NSS bonus marks.
Ques. What is the total fee for BCA at MG University?
Ans. Fees depend on the college type. Aided colleges charge INR 3,150 tuition and INR 525 lab fee per year, with a 4-year total of INR 16,395 including the university fee. Self-financing colleges charge INR 21,000 per semester (INR 42,000 per year), with a 4-year total of INR 1,69,695. SC/ST students in aided colleges are eligible for full fee reimbursement.
Ques. What career options are available after BCA from an MGU affiliated college?
Ans. BCA graduates can work as software developers, database administrators, system analysts, web developers, and IT support professionals. Many pursue MCA or MBA after BCA to advance into senior roles. Kerala’s IT sector in Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi actively hires BCA graduates. Central and state government IT roles through Kerala PSC and SSC also accept BCA as a qualifying degree.
Ques. What are the specialisations available in BCA at MGU affiliated colleges?
Ans. Under the MGU-UGP Honours system, BCA colleges offer major specialisations including Computer Applications with Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning as options. The specific specialisations available vary by college. Candidates should check the option registration page during CAP 2026 at cap.mgu.ac.in to see which colleges offer which BCA specialisations before submitting preferences.
Ques. Is the MGU BCA degree valid for MCA admission at NITs and central universities?
Ans. Yes. BCA from MG University, a state university recognised by UGC, is a valid qualifying degree for MCA admissions at NITs, central universities, and state universities. Students must also appear for NIMCET (for NITs) or CUET-PG for central university MCA programmes. Several state universities in Kerala also offer direct MCA admission based on BCA merit through their own admission process.