Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA) at Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU

Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA) at Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU is a 1-year diploma programme in the UG Diploma family. Each year's batch has 40 seats. The total fee on record is ₹3,620 – ₹18,320.

The course is about programming, data structures and algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks and software engineering, with a steady diet of lab work and projects.

Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU is a other institute. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most UGD programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means programming, data structures and algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks and software engineering, with a steady diet of lab work and projects. Typical first jobs: software developer, full-stack engineer, QA engineer or systems analyst.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU for the current semester-wise plan.

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to UGD programmes at Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU as a group.

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Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU before you pay anything.

For admission to Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA), you usually need Class 10 (or Class 12, for some diplomas).

Admission to this kind of course is usually through state polytechnic entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

The admission process usually runs like this:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take state polytechnic entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU runs 5 UGD specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• Diploma in Professional Accountancy (DIPA)
• Diploma in Cosmetology
• Diploma in Taxation
• Diploma in Communication

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in programming? You will spend 1 year on it.
• Can you manage ₹3,620 – ₹18,320 over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does Guru Nanak Dev University College, Phillaur, GNDU compare with other colleges offering UGD?