The Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is an industry-focused undergraduate course designed to prepare students for the rapidly evolving world of information technology. With a strong emphasis on coding, application development, and real-world IT problem-solving, the BCA program at VIT is among the most reputed in India.

Key Program Details

• Course Name: Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
• Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)

Eligibility

• Minimum 60% aggregate in 10+2 (any stream, with Mathematics as a subject)
• Candidates appearing for final exams in 2025 are also eligible to apply
• Admission Process: Direct admission based on academic merit, followed by counselling (No entrance exam required for BCA)

Campuses Offering BCA

As of 2025, the BCA program is available at:
Campus Availability

• VIT Vellore ✅ Available
• VIT Chennai ❌ Not Available for BCA
• VIT Bhopal ❌ Not Available for BCA
• VIT-AP (Amaravati) ❌ Not Available for BCA

Note: Currently, Vellore campus is the only VIT campus offering the BCA program.

Number of Seats (Approximate)

• Total Intake: 240 seats (at VIT Vellore)
• Seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis based on merit and counselling.

Exam Structure / Curriculum Highlights

VIT's BCA curriculum is structured to provide both theoretical foundation and practical exposure. Key components include:

• Core Subjects: Data Structures, Operating Systems, Database Management, Software Engineering, Web Technologies, Java/Python Programming
• Electives: AI/ML, Cybersecurity, Mobile App Development, Cloud Computing

Assessment:

• Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA)
• Mid-Semester and End-Semester Exams
• Projects, Coding Labs & Viva
• Internship: Mandatory internship in the final year
• Capstone Project: Industry-based project in the final semester

Placement & Industry Edge

• Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Wipro, Accenture, Zoho, and startups
• Skill Development: Regular hackathons, coding marathons, seminars, and tech fests like GraVITas
• Certifications: Opportunities to earn certifications in Data Science, AWS, Google Cloud, etc.

Official Website & Application Portal

• Main Website: https://vit.ac.in
• BCA Program Page: https://vit.ac.in/programmes/ug/bca
• Application for 2025 admissions is typically released in March-April with counselling in May-June.

Contact for Admission Queries

• Email: ugadmission@vit.ac.in
• Phone: +91 416 220 2020 / 220 2157
• Toll-Free: 1800-102-0536

Course Fee

Admission Process

Selection is based on merit and counselling, ensuring fair assessment of candidates' academic readiness and alignment with program goals.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Fee Structure