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Computer Entrance Exams (BCA, B.Sc.)
The field of Computer Science and Applications has become one of the most sought-after disciplines in recent years. Degree programs such as BCA, MCA, B.Sc. Computer Science, and M.Sc. IT offer students exciting opportunities to build careers in software development, data science, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and more. To gain admission to these programs, students are typically required to clear competitive entrance exams. These exams assess candidates’ skills in mathematics, logical reasoning, and computer fundamentals. Below is a comprehensive list of undergraduate and postgraduate entrance exams for computer science-related programs and their eligibility criteria.
| Entrance Exam | Eligibility | Purpose | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUET (Common University Entrance Test) | 10+2 with Mathematics or Computer Science; Minimum 50% marks (varies by university) | Admission to BCA and B.Sc. (Computer Science) programs in central and state universities | BCA, B.Sc. (Computer Science) |
| IPU CET (Indraprastha University CET) | 10+2 with Mathematics or Computer Applications; Minimum 50% marks | Admission to BCA and related programs at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and affiliated colleges | BCA |
| Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) | 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) | Admission to BCA programs at Symbiosis International University | BCA |
| Christ University Entrance Test | 10+2 with at least 50% marks in aggregate | Admission to BCA and B.Sc. Computer Science programs at Christ University | BCA, B.Sc. (Computer Science) |
| Jain University Entrance Test (JET) | 10+2 with Mathematics, Computer Science, or IT as one of the subjects | Admission to UG Computer Science programs at Jain University | BCA, B.Sc. |
| LPU NEST (Lovely Professional University Test) | Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 60% marks | Admission to BCA, B.Sc., and integrated computer programs at Lovely Professional University | BCA, B.Sc., Integrated Computer Programs |
| NIMCET (National Institute of Technology MCA CET) | Bachelor's degree with at least 60% marks and Mathematics as a subject at 10+2 or UG level | Admission to MCA programs at NITs | MCA |
| CUET PG (Common University Entrance Test - Postgraduate) | Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications, Science, or IT with minimum 50% marks | Admission to M.Sc. and MCA programs in central and state universities | MCA, M.Sc. |
| IPU CET (MCA) | Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent with at least 50% marks | Admission to MCA programs at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University | MCA |
| MAH MCA CET (Maharashtra MCA CET) | Bachelor's degree with Mathematics as a subject and a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) | Admission to MCA programs in Maharashtra-based universities and colleges | MCA |
| TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) | Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications or Science with minimum 50% marks | Admission to MCA and M.Sc. Computer Science programs in Tamil Nadu | MCA, M.Sc. |
| BHU PET (Postgraduate Entrance Test) | Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications, Science, or Mathematics with at least 50% marks | Admission to MCA and M.Sc. programs in Computer Science at Banaras Hindu University | MCA, M.Sc. |
| JNU Entrance Examination (JNUEE) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with adequate knowledge of Mathematics or Computer Science | Admission to MCA programs at Jawaharlal Nehru University | MCA |
| Pune University MCA Entrance Exam | Bachelor's degree with Mathematics as a subject | Admission to MCA programs at Savitribai Phule Pune University | MCA |
| Certificate and Diploma Courses | Varies by course | Admission to specialized certificate and diploma courses in fields like programming, AI, cybersecurity, and data science | Certificate/Diploma Courses in Computer Programming, AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science |
