Assam University Silchar PG Diploma Computer Applications: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) at Assam University, Silchar is a one-year, two-semester programme offered by the Computer Centre. It covers programming in C and Java, data structures, database management, computer networks, web technologies, and project work. The programme is suited for graduates from any discipline who want to build employable computing skills for IT support, data management, and software operation roles.

Ans. The total fee for the one-year PGDCA at Assam University is INR 25,420, inclusive of the annual course fee, examination, registration, and other university charges for both semesters. Hostel accommodation is optional and costs between INR 2,800 and INR 6,000 per year.

Ans. No, CUET PG is not required for PGDCA. Admission is through an institute-level entrance test conducted by the Computer Centre at Assam University. Candidates register directly with the Computer Centre during the published application window, appear for the test, and are shortlisted based on test performance and merit in the qualifying degree.

Ans. PGDCA graduates can pursue roles as computer programmer, junior software developer, web developer, IT support executive, database operator, and systems operator at government and private organisations. The diploma also qualifies candidates for government IT cadre posts and helps arts and commerce graduates transition into computing-related roles in the Northeast job market.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university in any discipline with a minimum of 60 percent aggregate marks (55 percent for SC/ST/PwD). Computer literacy at the 10+2 level is desirable but no specific computing background in the undergraduate degree is mandatory.