Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)

Applied four-year IT program emphasizing software development, computer applications, analytical tools, and organizational technology use.

Description
Develops technical competence in programming, algorithms, systems analysis, databases, networking, operating systems, microprocessors, and web technologies. Integrates business communication, accounting, management, and organizational systems to build cross-functional capability. Includes multiple projects, hardware modules, and a mandatory internship for applied exposure. Produces industry-ready graduates suited for software and IT-service roles.

Curricular structure (table)

Features
126-credit structure.
Four project modules + internship.
Hardware, analytical, support, core, and elective areas structured for balanced progression.
Strict attendance and evaluation policy with 50–50 internal–external grading.
Credit-transfer framework with defined grade conditions.
CGPA-based distinction and dean’s list criteria.

Fee
Most PU-affiliated colleges fall in the NPR 4.5 lakh to NPR 8 lakh range for the full degree.
Higher-end IT colleges charge near the top.

Admission process
Eligibility: Class 12 with mathematics/computer-related subject; 45% minimum or CGPA 2.0; subject-wise minimums apply.
College issues application call.
Entrance test covering English, mathematics, general knowledge; merit ranking via written test (80%), interview (10%), academic record (10%).
Scholarship allocation per university quota.
Admission confirmed upon documentation and fee completion

Job prospects
Software development, systems analysis, web application development, database design, and configuration management.
IT support, system administration, quality standards, and testing.
Training, research, and organizational IT operations.
Entry pipeline for MCA, MIS, MIT, MBA, and other postgraduate computing programs.