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Master of Computer Applications( MCA ) is a three-year (6 semesters) Professional Master's degree in Computer Science awarded in India. The course was designed to meet growing demand of Information Technology ( Computer Software ) field.It is a post graduate ( graduate ) course done after graduation ( Bachelor Degree ).

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The MCA program focuses on providing sound theoretical background as well as a good practical exposure to the students in the relevant areas. It constantly keeps its individuals in track with state-of-the art computer technologies and is dedicated in providing a cutting-edge, industry oriented education in applied computer science. It aims at producing individuals, who can successfully meet the rigorous demands of the Information Age. It aids scholars to evolve academic strategies and work toward academic goals rooted in human value for knowledge-based achievements in Information Technology.

Typically, the MCA is a 3 year fulltime degree course consisting of six semesters. It covers various aspects of computing, accounting, finance, programming, design and managing networks and databases. Only the [IIPS http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Institute_of_Professional_Studies] in India provides the Integrated 6 years course for MCA.

Eligibility

Most MCA institutes require certain educational backgrounds like say Maths as a subject in 11th and 12th and minimum of 50% in graduation. Admissions are given on the basis of a written entrance test carried out by each university. Since there is no centralised test, you have to keep a look out for the dates in leading newspapers or check the institute websites. Generally, the information appears between March and May. Those appearing for their final year graduation exams may also apply. Just in case you havent stsssssudied Maths in your 11th and 12th, you can still get admissions in some places like Delhi University provided you have scored above 55% in graduation.

== Colleges offering MCA 10th with 90 %


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