Amity Online
Amity University Online
₹1,75,000 total
View courseOnline BCA syllabus & curriculum
Semester 1
- Programming Fundamentals (C Language)Core
- Mathematics for ComputingCore
- Digital Electronics & Computer OrganisationCore
- Communication SkillsCore
- Programming LabCore
Semester 2
- Object-Oriented Programming (C++ / Python)Core
- Data StructuresCore
- Discrete MathematicsCore
- Operating SystemsCore
- Data Structures LabCore
Semester 3
- Database Management SystemsCore
- Computer NetworksCore
- Java ProgrammingCore
- Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)Core
- DBMS LabCore
Semester 4
- Software EngineeringCore
- Design and Analysis of AlgorithmsCore
- Server-Side Web DevelopmentCore
- ElectiveElective
- Web Development LabCore
Semester 5
- Specialisation Paper ISpecialisation
- Specialisation Paper IISpecialisation
- Mobile Application DevelopmentCore
- Cloud Computing FundamentalsCore
- Mini ProjectProject
Semester 6
- Specialisation Paper IIISpecialisation
- Cyber Security FundamentalsCore
- ElectiveElective
- Final-Semester Project / InternshipProject
This is a representative structure of how most three-year, six-semester Online BCA curricula are organised, from programming fundamentals through to a final-semester project. The actual subject names, credit weightage and sequence are set by each university and vary further by specialisation — check the syllabus published by the university you shortlist.
Curriculum structure by university
The core BCA syllabus is broadly common because UGC entitlement requires parity with the on-campus programme. What actually differs between universities is the elective load — how many specialisation subjects you get, and in which semester the track begins. Use the table to see which universities give you the widest elective choice for the same duration.
| University | Duration | Structure | Elective tracks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amity Online | 3 years | 6 semesters | 5 |
| Online Manipal | 3 years | 6 semesters | 3 |
| VGU | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| LPU Online | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| IGNOU | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| Chandigarh University | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| KSOU | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| BAOU | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| JAIN Online | 3 years | 6 semesters | — |
| Uttaranchal University | 3 years | 6 semesters | 3 |
| Shoolini Online | 3 years | 6 semesters | 3 |
| Parul University | 3 years | 6 semesters | 3 |
| Sharda Online | 3 Years | 6 semesters | 3 |
Amity Online
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- 5
Online Manipal
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- 3
VGU
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
LPU Online
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
IGNOU
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
Chandigarh University
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
KSOU
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
BAOU
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
JAIN Online
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- —
Uttaranchal University
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- 3
Shoolini Online
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- 3
Parul University
- Duration
- 3 years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- 3
Sharda Online
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Structure
- 6 semesters
- Elective tracks
- 3
Universities offering Online BCA
Online Manipal
Manipal University Jaipur / Online Manipal
₹1,39,500 total
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VGU
Vivekananda Global University
₹1,32,000 total
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LPU Online
Lovely Professional University Online
₹1,22,400 total
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IGNOU
Indira Gandhi National Open University
₹23,700 total
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Chandigarh University
Chandigarh University Online
₹1,65,000 total
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Online BCA FAQs
It is the Bachelor of Computer Applications studied through a university's online mode, with digital classes, study material, lab work and university-specified examinations. The degree is awarded by the university itself.
Validity depends on the university and on the regulatory entitlement or approval that applies to that specific programme for your admission period. Verify the status for the exact university, programme and academic year before enrolling.
Recognition is programme-specific, not universal. Check the university's UGC entitlement status for the online mode, for the BCA specifically, and for your admission year, on the official source.
Three years across six semesters in most programmes. Some universities publish a maximum permissible duration that allows you to complete over a longer period.
A pass in 10+2 from a recognised board is the common requirement. Whether Mathematics or Computer Science must have been studied at 10+2 varies by university, so check this specifically before applying.
It depends on the university. Some require Mathematics or Computer Science as a 10+2 subject, while others accept any stream, sometimes with a bridge paper in the early semesters.
Not sure which Online BCA to pick?
Compare the universities above on fee, entitlement status and specialisation, or talk to a counsellor who will walk you through the shortlist. No cost, no obligation.
