Master of Computer Applications [MCA]

St. Andrews Institute of Technology and Management (SAITM), Gurgaon, offers Master of Computer Applications, a 2-year postgraduate programme affiliated with MDU Rohtak and approved by AICTE. Admissions are based on graduation merit, with NIMCET scores accepted for eligible candidates. Total tuition for the programme is INR 2,00,000, payable at INR 1,00,000 per year. The MCA at SAITM prepares graduates for software development, system administration, and IT management roles in the NCR region.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is August 2026 (Tentative).

SAITM MCA Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	INR 1,00,000
Hostel Fee (per year, optional)	INR 62,500 to INR 1,35,000
Total Tuition Fees (2 years)	INR 2,00,000

• Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in total tuition fees.
• Application fee of INR 500 and seat deposit of INR 10,000 are payable at admission.

SAITM MCA Admission 2026

Event	Date
NIMCET 2026 Registration Opens	March 3, 2026
NIMCET 2026 Registration Closes	May 1, 2026
NIMCET 2026 Exam Date	June 6, 2026
NIMCET 2026 Result	June 29, 2026
SAITM MCA Applications Close	August 2026
Classes Commencement	August 2026

• SAITM also accepts direct merit-based applications from graduates with 50% aggregate.
• Applications can be submitted at apply.saitm.ac.in or by visiting the campus directly.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Graduation from a UGC-recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks across all subjects.
• Haryana state SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 47.5% aggregate marks as per state government norms.
• Candidates with BCA, B.Sc Computer Science, or a Mathematics-based graduation are preferred for MCA admission.

Admission Process

• Appear in NIMCET 2026 or prepare academic certificates for merit-based evaluation at SAITM.
• Fill the online or offline application form at apply.saitm.ac.in and pay the application fee of INR 500.
• Submit graduation mark sheets, identity proof, and category certificate (if applicable) with the application.
• Attend document verification and counselling session at SAITM Gurgaon as communicated by the admissions office.
• Pay the seat confirmation deposit of INR 10,000 and complete first-year tuition fee payment to join the programme.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want an affordable MCA near Delhi with an MDU degree
• You hold a BCA or graduation with 50% and need a PG in IT
• You prefer merit-based MCA admission without competitive exam pressure
• You aim for IT roles in the Gurgaon-NCR technology job market

✗ Skip if

• You need a NIRF-ranked or NIT-level MCA for stronger brand value
• You target top IT product companies or research-oriented MCA roles
• You scored well in NIMCET and can join a premier NIT MCA programme
• You want a college with advanced computing labs and full-time faculty

SAITM MCA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
SAITM Merit Scholarship	Fee Waiver (slab-based)	Based on graduation percentage merit slabs determined by the institute
University Rank Holder Award	Cash Prize	Top rank-holders at MDU Rohtak university examinations
SC/ST/OBC Government Scholarship	Varies	SC/ST/OBC students under Haryana state and central government norms

• SC/ST/OBC students may apply via the National Scholarship Portal.
• Merit scholarship slabs for MCA are notified by SAITM at admission time.

SAITM MCA FAQs

Ques. Is SAITM MCA affiliated with MDU Rohtak and is it a 2-year programme?

Ans. Yes. SAITM’s Master of Computer Applications is affiliated with Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, and is a 2-year postgraduate programme. The institute holds AICTE approval. Students appear for MDU university examinations and receive an MDU-conferred MCA degree on successful completion. The degree is recognised across India for employment in IT and for eligibility in PhD programmes in computer science.

Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at SAITM Gurgaon?

Ans. The total tuition fee for MCA at SAITM is INR 2,00,000 for the 2-year programme, payable at INR 1,00,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 62,500 to INR 1,35,000 per year depending on room type. An application fee of INR 500 and a seat deposit of INR 10,000 are payable at the time of admission. No additional programme-specific fees are listed on the official fee notification.

Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA admission at SAITM?

Ans. Candidates must hold a graduation degree from a UGC-recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Haryana state SC/ST candidates require 47.5% aggregate. Graduates with BCA, B.Sc Computer Science, or a Mathematics-based degree are preferred. NIMCET 2026 scores are accepted for MCA admission. Direct merit-based applications from eligible graduates are also considered by SAITM.

Ques. Is NIMCET score mandatory for MCA admission at SAITM?

Ans. No. NIMCET score is accepted but not mandatory for MCA admission at SAITM Gurgaon. The institute also admits students through a merit-based process based on graduation percentage. Candidates who have appeared in NIMCET 2026 may use their scores as part of the selection process. Students who have not appeared in NIMCET can apply directly through the institute’s admission office with their graduation mark sheets.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing MCA from SAITM?

Ans. MCA graduates from SAITM can pursue careers as software developers, systems analysts, database administrators, network engineers, and IT project coordinators. The NCR location provides access to a large technology job market with companies in Gurgaon, Noida, and Delhi actively recruiting MCA graduates. Graduates may also appear for government IT job examinations and research programmes in computer science.

Ques. Does SAITM provide hostel facilities for MCA students?

Ans. Yes, SAITM provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with multiple room-sharing options. Annual hostel fees range from INR 62,500 for four-sharing non-AC rooms to INR 1,35,000 for double-sharing AC rooms. Triple-sharing options are also available at INR 89,000 per year for non-AC and INR 1,10,000 per year for AC rooms. Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the tuition fee.