Bachelor in Computer Applications (Honours) under the Self-Financing stream at Marian College Kuttikkanam is a four-year undergraduate programme affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, with 60 sanctioned seats. The programme covers programming languages, data structures, database management, web technologies, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing. Marian College, accredited NAAC A++ (CGPA 3.71, 2023) and autonomous since 2016, designs its curriculum to align with industry requirements. The campus at Peermade, Idukki, offers state-of-the-art computer laboratories and strong placement support for computing students.
Applications for the 2026-27 batch are open at Marian College Kuttikkanam, with BCA (Honours) SF admissions based on Plus Two merit and classes commencing in July 2026.
Key Points
- Four-year BCA (Honours) Self-Financing programme; 8 semesters; 60 sanctioned seats
- Total fees: ₹3,09,640 over four years as per the 2025-26 official fee schedule (mariancollege.org)
- Admission merit-based on Plus Two marks; Computer Science/Mathematics/Statistics required as one subject
- Autonomous curriculum under Mahatma Gandhi University; NAAC A++ (CGPA 3.71, 2023)
- 50% merit quota and 50% management quota; BCA graduates eligible for Kerala MCA Entrance Examination
Marian College BCA Fees
BCA Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 1) | ₹38,980 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 2) | ₹35,385 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 3) | ₹41,765 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 4) | ₹35,635 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 5) | ₹41,955 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 6) | ₹35,635 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 7) | ₹41,650 |
| Tuition and Course Fee (Sem 8) | ₹38,635 |
| Total Fees (4 Years) | ₹3,09,640 |
- The semester-wise fee for BCA (Honours) Self-Financing at Marian College ranges from ₹35,385 to ₹41,955 per semester; odd semesters carry higher charges due to annual components.
- Total fees for the four-year BCA (Honours) SF programme amount to ₹3,09,640 as per the official 2025-26 fee schedule at mariancollege.org.
- Students belonging to SC/ST/OEC/OBC H categories are eligible for fee concession or exemption on applicable seats as per Kerala Government rules.
Marian College BCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Form Release | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | June 2026 |
| Merit Rank List Publication | Within 2 weeks of deadline |
| Classes Commence | July 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Selection Basis | N/A | Merit (Plus Two Marks) | N/A |
- Admission to BCA (Honours) SF is merit-based; rank is calculated from Plus Two marks with candidates requiring Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, or Informatics Practices as one optional subject.
- A single online application at mariancollege.org covers all UG programmes; application fee is ₹500 (₹200 for SC/ST candidates).
- SF seats follow 50% merit quota and 50% management quota; management quota candidates must submit a separate online application.
- Rank lists are published within two weeks of the application deadline; shortlisted candidates complete document verification before paying the first-semester fee.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Plus Two or an equivalent examination recognised by Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, with Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, or Informatics Practices as one of the optional subjects.
- There is no minimum percentage prescribed; selection is merit-based on the rank calculated from Plus Two qualifying marks.
- Relaxations for SC/ST/SEBC/OEC categories and bonus marks for NCC/NSS/Sports/Cultural achievers apply as per MG University norms.
- Candidates awaiting Plus Two results are eligible to apply; the application is finalised only upon submission of results.
Admission Process
- Register and apply online at mariancollege.org; a single application covers all UG programmes.
- Upload Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, community certificate (if applicable), and photograph.
- Pay the application fee of ₹500 online (₹200 for SC/ST candidates) to complete submission.
- Await the merit rank list published on the college website within two weeks of the application deadline.
- Complete document verification at the Marian College campus in Kuttikkanam and pay the first-semester fee to confirm the seat.
Marian College BCA Scholarships 2026
BCA Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Government Post Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| SEBC/OEC Scholarship | As per government norms | Socially and Educationally Backward Classes and Other Eligible Communities in Kerala |
| OBC (H) Scholarship | As per government norms | OBC Hindu students in Kerala; applied via NSP |
| Fee Concession (Aided seat) | Full fee exemption | SC/ST/OEC/OBC H on aided seats; as per Kerala Government rules |
- Government scholarships (Post Matric, SEBC, OBC) are processed through the National Scholarship Portal and the Kerala Social Welfare Department; students must apply separately after admission.
- Students on aided seats belonging to SC/ST/OEC/OBC H categories may receive full fee exemption as per the official Marian College fee schedule.
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