SIT Bhubaneswar iMCA FAQs
Ques. What is the difference between iMCA and the regular MCA at Silicon University?
Ans. The iMCA at Silicon University is a 4-year integrated program that starts after 12th standard and awards both BCA and MCA degrees on completion. It is merit-based on board marks with no separate entrance exam. The regular MCA is a 2-year program for graduates with a BCA or equivalent degree who qualify in OJEE. Students who want to save time and skip a separate graduation course prefer the iMCA route, while those who already hold a BCA degree typically opt for the standalone MCA.
Ques. Is there any entrance exam for the iMCA program at Silicon University?
Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam for the iMCA program at Silicon University. Admission is based on a weighted merit score calculated as 70% of 12th-standard board marks and 30% of 10th-standard board marks. Students with Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology, or Information Science in 10+2 and at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST) are eligible to apply. The application window in 2026 was open from 24 May to 15 June 2026.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing iMCA at Silicon University?
Ans. iMCA graduates from Silicon University are eligible for campus placements in the software and IT sector. The university hosts over 80 companies on campus annually, including Infosys, LTMindtree, TCS, Cognizant, Deloitte, and Capgemini. Graduates can work as software developers, system analysts, database administrators, or IT consultants. The dual BCA and MCA credential also opens pathways to PhD programs or management roles in technology firms.
Ques. What is the total fee and are there any EMI options for the iMCA program?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year iMCA at Silicon University is INR 6,60,000, which includes INR 80,000 per semester across 8 semesters and a one-time admission fee of INR 20,000. Silicon University has an education loan assistance program where students can apply for bank loans to finance their studies and repay after graduation. No direct semester EMI plan is offered by the university.
Ques. Can iMCA students at Silicon University apply for hostel accommodation?
Ans. Yes, iMCA students are eligible for hostel accommodation at Silicon University. Room types range from 4-seater non-AC rooms at INR 20,000 per semester to 3-seater AC rooms at INR 38,000 per semester. A one-time hostel registration fee of INR 9,000 applies. Day scholars benefit from free transportation provided by the university within Bhubaneswar city limits.
Ques. Are iMCA students at Silicon University eligible for NSP government scholarships?
Ans. Yes, iMCA students who belong to the SC or ST category and have a family income below INR 2.5 lakhs per annum can apply for the GoI Post-Matric Scholarship. The scholarship provides INR 1,200 per month plus reimbursement of applicable course fees. Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in, typically between June and October each year for the academic session.







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