Varu Institute of Professional Studies Lucknow MCA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MCA at VIPS Lucknow is INR 1,83,600 as per data published for the 2025 academic year. This is the programme-level total and may be subject to revision by AKTU for subsequent sessions. Students from SC/ST backgrounds may receive full fee reimbursement through the UP Post Matric Scholarship if the family income criterion is met. Fee payments are typically made in semester-wise instalments.

Ans. Admission is based on the CUET-PG score conducted by NTA. Candidates register at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in, appear for the exam typically held between March and April, and then register on the UPSAC AKTU portal for online counselling. The counselling process involves filling college choices and attending seat allotment rounds before final reporting to the college.

Ans. Candidates must hold a BCA, B.Sc CS, B.Sc IT, or B.Sc Mathematics degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. SC/ST candidates are eligible with a minimum of 45%. A valid CUET-PG score is mandatory to participate in UPSAC AKTU counselling for this programme.

Ans. Yes. VIPS Lucknow is affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, which is a UGC-recognised state university. The MCA degree awarded on completion is an AKTU degree and is accepted by government and private employers across India, including for positions that require a postgraduate qualification in computer applications or information technology.

Ans. Yes. SC/ST and OBC-NCL students may apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship, which covers the full tuition fee for eligible candidates with family income below INR 2 lakh per year. Meritorious students may also qualify for the AKTU Merit Scholarship based on examination performance. Applications are submitted through state and national scholarship portals before annual deadlines.

Ans. MCA graduates typically pursue careers as software developers, system analysts, database administrators, and IT project coordinators. The AKTU-affiliated degree is recognised by government and private sector employers. Graduates may also appear for state and central government recruitment examinations that require a postgraduate degree in computer applications or a related technical discipline.