Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application- Information Technology (PGDCA-IT)

Short description:
One-year diploma designed for graduates from non-IT backgrounds to acquire foundational computing, programming, systems analysis, and database competencies.

Description:
Curriculum builds core exposure to hardware, software, programming logic, web technology, data communication, system analysis, and database concepts. Structure is split across two semesters, moving from fundamentals and programming basics to data structures, statistics, OOP, and applied project work. Program prepares learners for MCA-level progression and equips them with foundational analytical, design, and problem-solving skills applicable to entry-level IT domains.

Curricular structure (summary table):

Features:
34-credit, two-semester structure.
Balanced theoretical and practical exposure.
Project component for real-world application.
Bridges non-IT graduates into computing pathways.
Supports entrepreneurship and communication skills.

Fee:
Starting NPR 77,700 (tentative).

Admission process (points):
Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) in any stream with ≥40% or GPA ≥2.0.
Apply to PU-affiliated institution.
Entrance exam under PU Faculty of Science and Technology

Job prospects:
Preparation pathway for MCA and advanced IT studies.
Entry-level roles in software support.
Junior system analyst.
Database assistant.
Technical support assistant.
Web-technology support roles.