Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at MERI Janakpuri

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at MERI Janakpuri in Delhi, Delhi is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Each year's batch has 120 seats.

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.

MERI Janakpuri is a private institute, founded in 1995. This page brings together what is on record for this course at MERI Janakpuri — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most BCA programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), 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. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask MERI Janakpuri for the current semester-wise plan.

MERI Janakpuri has not published a fee for Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 3 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

For admission to Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), you usually need Class 12, often with Mathematics or Computer Science. The minimum marks on record at MERI Janakpuri are: X: 0.0, XII: 50.0, Graduation: 0.0.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and a college's own test. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check MERI Janakpuri'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 CUET and a college's own test and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to MERI Janakpuri on its website (meri.edu.in/meri) 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.

MERI Janakpuri runs 2 BCA specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) (Shift II)

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in programming? You will spend 3 years on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does MERI Janakpuri compare with other colleges offering BCA in and around Delhi?