IGNOU MCA 2024 - IGNOU has extented the last date for the registration process to August 14, 2024. Aspirants must complete the IGNOU MCA registration 2024 before the last date. The institute commenced the IGNOU MCA admission process on May 15, 2024. Candidates need to complete the registration, pay the semester fees online only. Students aspiring to Indira Gandhi National Open University must note that the authority accepts direct application forms for IGNOU MCA 2024.
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Aspirants must go through the eligibility criteria for IGNOU 2024 before applying to the college. Read the complete article for more details regarding the IGNOU MCA admission 2024 July session.
Conducting Body | Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) |
Course Level | Postgraduate |
Frequency of admission | Twice a Year
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Mode of Application | Online |
Medium of Instruction | English |
Minimum Duration of IGNOU MCA Course | 2 years |
Maximum Duration of Course | 4 years |
Master in Computer Applications (MCA) is a postgraduate degree course in computer sciences. The MCA programme ensures theoretical learning as well as practical exposure to the students. Those who want to give exponential growth to their knowledge in software, etc should pursue studies in computer applications.
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Although classroom lectures are always preferred over self-study, pursuing a Master in Computer Application (MCA) through distance learning is profitable for those who are already employed or do not have the means of getting enrolled in a regular institute. Doing so increases their qualification and eventually, lands them in a better job position. So those who are still wondering if they should opt for studies or employment can pursue both.
Admission session | Registration date | Last date of registration |
January 2024 session | Released |
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July 2024 session | May 15, 2024 |
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Candidates can register for IGNOU MCA 2024 admissions from the official website. The IGNOU MCA registration 2024 has been open in online mode. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria before applying for admission. Note that registration for IGNOU 2024 MCA admission opens twice a year for January and July admissions respectively. Interested candidates have to complete the process of registration before last date.
Candidates must keep scanned copiesof the following documents while applying for IGNOU MCA 2024 admission
Recent passport size photograph
Signature
Relevant educational qualification
Category Certificate, if SC/ST/OBC
BPL Certificate, if Below Poverty Line
Experience Certificate (if any)
Age proof (birth certificate, class 10th certificate etc.)
Visit the admission portal of IGNOU at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.
Click on the ‘New registration’ button to open the ‘Student Registration Form’.
Type in your personal details like name, father’s name, gender, email, mobile number, etc. You will also be required to choose a username and password.
Fill in the security code and click on ‘Submit’.
The ‘Reset’ button can be used to make changes if required.
The username and password will be intimated to the candidate via email and SMS.
Candidates will have to login by entering their username, password that is available after the completion of initial registration. Here is the section wise steps to fill the application form.
Programme Details- Fill in their choice of programme, study centre, medium of study, etc.
Click on ‘Save’ and check for any mistakes. Once satisfied, click on ‘Next’.
Personal Details- Candidates need to enter their name, date of birth, nationality, gender, category, etc.
Click on ‘Save and Next’.
Qualification Details- Provide the type of relevant qualification, main subjects, year of passing, division, etc. Click on 'Save and Next'.
Course Details- Select the elective/ optional/ Foundation courses according to IGNOU MCA programme.
Correspondence Details- Candidates are required to type in their correspondence address, phone number, fax number, email address, etc.
Documents Upload- Candidates will have to select each document type and upload accordingly. It must be ensured that the file format of all scanned documents should be JPG/ JPEG and the file size must not exceed 100 KB.
Click on the declaration box and hit ‘Next’.
The next window will show the details filled in by applicants in the previous steps. If satisfied, click ‘Next’. In case of any mistakes, candidates should click on ‘Edit’ and make suitable rectifications. Tick against the declaration and click on ‘Next’.
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Particulars | Amount payable |
Fee for full course fee for IGNOU MCA 2024 (This is the sum total of all semesters and doesn’t need to be paid once) | Rs. 50,000 |
Fee per semester for July 2024 admissions | Rs. 12,500 |
The university prescribes the eligibility criteria for admission into MCA courses at the official website. Candidates seeking IGNOU MCA 2024 admission have to meet the following criteria:
Minimum qualification | Passed BCA/Bachelor Degree in Computer Science Engineering or Equivalent Degree. or Passed B.Sc./B.Com./B.A. with Mathematics at 10+2 Level or at the Graduation Level |
Mandatory subjects | Mathematics in class 12 or Graduation |
Registration | A valid admission and registration into IGNOU MCA 2024 |
Course | Should have pursued the prescribed IGNOU MCA course |
Time Lapse | The minimum time to pursue the course has elapsed |
Assignments | Submission of requisite assignments is done |
Exam Form | Should have submitted online IGNOU MCA exam application form along with payment of requisite examination fee |
Candidates can check the complete list of topics that a candidate has to cover under a particular course, subject, semester given below. The programme doesn’t only include theoretical knowledge but also requires practical knowledge through assignments, compulsory labs, etc. IGNOU MCA 2024 includes 15 theory subjects and 6 practical courses and one project.
First Semester | ||
CourseCode | Course Name | Credits |
MCS-211 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms | 4 |
MCS-212 | Discrete Mathematics | 4 |
MCS-213 | Software Engineering | 4 |
MCS-214 | Professional Skills and Ethics | 2 |
MCS-215 | Security and Cyber Laws | 2 |
MCSL-216 | DAA and Web Design Lab | 2 |
MCSL-217 | Software Engineering Lab | 2 |
Second Semester | ||
Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
MCS-218 | Data Communication and Computer Networks | 4 |
MCS-219 | Object Oriented Analysis and Design | 4 |
MCS-220 | Web Technologies | 4 |
MCS-221 | Data Warehousing and Data Mining | 4 |
MCSL-222 | OOAD and Web Technologies Lab | 2 |
MCSL-223 | Computer Networks and Data Mining Lab | 2 |
Third Semester | ||
CourseCode | Course Name | Credits |
MCS-224 | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 4 |
MCS-225 | Accountancy and Financial Management | 4 |
MCS-226 | Data Science and Big Data | 4 |
MCS-227 | Cloud Computing and IoT | 4 |
MCSL-228 | AI and Machine Learning Lab | 2 |
MCSL-229 | Cloud and Data Science Lab | 2 |
Fourth Semester | ||
Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
MCS-230 | Digital Image Processing and Computer Vision | 4 |
MCS-231 | Mobile Computing | 4 |
MCSP-232 | Project | 12 |
The university follows a multi-faceted approach when it comes to methods of instruction. Being an open university, a more learner-friendly approach is practised. Students can avail of the following study methods while pursuing their degree-
Self- instructional printed material
Cassettes and CDs (Audio/ visual material)
Audio-video programmes (transmitted through All India Radio, Doordarshan and at study centre)
One-to-one counselling by academic counsellors (at study centre)
Reference library of study centre
Web-based academic support
Assignments
Practicals
Gyan Darshan Channel- Eklavya (including teleconferencing) exclusively for Technology based programmes
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Students willing to buy any of study material can do so at the time of admission or may reach at
The Director EMPC,
Sanchar Kendra IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
Ph. 91-11- 29532163, 29532164, 29533065
As per the IGNOU 2024 exam criteria, students have to fill an exam form to be able to take the term end exam. Only those candidates are eligible for the exam who have submitted the assignments for the respective course successfully.
The authorities will release the IGNOU 2024 MCA hall ticket for term end examination in online mode. Candidates are required to download the same and carry it along to appear in the IGNOU MCA 2024 term end examination. The admit card will contain important information like the test centre and the date of examination. Candidates who are unable to access their IGNOU MCA 2024 admit card can contact the Student Evaluation Division (SED) at-
The Registrar,
Student Evaluation Division,
Block-12, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi - 110068, India
Contact- +91-011-29572204, 011-29532482
Email- sedgrievance@ignou.ac.in
The authorities will announce the IGNOU MCA 2024 result on the official website. To check the result of IGNOU MCA 2024, candidates will need their 9 digit enrollment ID. The university usually announces IGNOU MCA results before the commencement of the next session. Candidates will also have the option to apply for early declaration of IGNOU MCA result. This can be done after payment of the requisite fee by the candidate along with proof of reason due to which early result is required. Also, the authority provides an opportunity for re-evaluation of the answer sheets provided with a certain fee.
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Yes, a B.Com degree is eligible for the IGNOU B.Ed entrance test, but with conditions. You must have a bachelor's or master's degree in Commerce, Science, Social Science, or Humanities with at least 50% marks (or 45% for reserved categories). You also need to be a trained in-service teacher in elementary education or have completed an NCTE-recognized teacher education program through face-to-face mode.
Hello,
Thank you for your question!
IGNOU does not offer MSc Zoology as a regular program.
IGNOU mainly provides MSc in Life Science, Environmental Science, and other distance learning programs, but Zoology (regular specialization) is not available. If you want to pursue MSc Zoology, you’ll have to look at state universities like MDU Rohtak, Kurukshetra University, DU, BHU, AMU, etc.
All the best!
Hello Niharika,
Not qualifying for Delhi’s D.El.Ed. isn’t the end of your teaching career plans. Haryana’s D.El.Ed. is recognized by NCTE and is a valid route to becoming a primary school teacher. Many students from outside Haryana apply and get admission, though you should note that some seats are reserved for Haryana domicile candidates. Your plan to do B.A. from IGNOU alongside D.El.Ed. is very smart—it keeps you academically progressing and later makes you eligible for B.Ed., which will open doors for teaching in higher classes as well. Make sure you check the Haryana Board’s eligibility criteria before applying and confirm if your preferred institute offers quality teaching practice and internships. Good faculty and practical exposure during D.El.Ed. matter a lot for skill development. Overall, this is a good alternative and keeps you on track toward your long-term goal.
Thank you, and I hope this clears your doubt.
Your 10th and 12th certificates have Shaikh at the beginning, but your Aadhaar and bank have it at the end. IGNOU used the Aadhaar name, so your graduation name doesn’t match school records, and even ABC ID isn’t linking.
It's better to match your graduation name with your 10th and 12th, since those are used for most verifications. You can update your Aadhaar later using an affidavit and supporting documents. This will avoid issues in jobs and higher studies.
Hi there!
As you had completed 10th, then BPP from IGNOU, and then B.Com, but don’t have a 12th certificate, many employers may reject you because BPP is not recognized as equivalent to 12th by all sectors. Instead of a diploma, it’s better to do NIOS 12th, which is fully valid across jobs and education. It’s flexible and can be completed in 1–1.5 years. Once done, you’ll be eligible for:Government jobs,Banking/SSC, or PG courses.
Alternatively, you may look into Skill India programs or NSDC-certified vocational diplomas. Some options:
You can check this link for more courses :
https://school.careers360.com/articles/courses-after-10th
Thank you and best wishes for your career restart!
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