LPU BCA: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Jalandhar, PunjabPrivate UniversityEstd 2005NAAC Grade A++ 3.7
Fee range
INR 5.10 Lakhs to INR 7.50 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel, lowest to highest course
Median pay
INR 4.8 LPA
NIRF 2025, all 3-year UG courses
Placement rate
55%
3-year UG graduates of 2024 placed
NIRF rank
#31
among universities, NIRF 2025

About LPU BCA

Lovely Professional University in Jalandhar, Punjab, offers a three-year, full-time BCA in six courses: the General course and five courses in AI, data and cyber security. You get in with 60% in Class 12 and an LPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG score. The full fee without hostel is INR 5.10 Lakhs for the General course and INR 7.50 Lakhs for Cyber Security and Data Science. LPU holds a NAAC A++ grade and stands #31 among universities in NIRF 2025 and #62 in Collegedunia's BCA ranking 2026. LPU does not publish BCA placements on their own. Its 3-year UG graduates of 2024 had a median pay of INR 4.8 LPA, and 55% of them were placed.

LPU BCA at a Glance

ParticularsDetails
Course Duration3 Years
Number of BCA Specialisations6
Admission ThroughLPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG score
Minimum Eligibility60% in Class 12 with Physics, Maths and English
Total FeesINR 5.10 Lakhs to INR 7.50 Lakhs
General FeesINR 5.10 Lakhs
Hostel + MessINR 93,000 a year, basic room
Scholarship Available50% of tuition for 90% or more in Class 12
Median Package 2024INR 4.8 LPA
Placement Rate 202455%
NIRF University Rank#31 in 2025
NAAC GradeA++

LPU BCA Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 7.89 Lakhs for the General course, and the fees without hostel is INR 5.10 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 4.80 Lakhs of that, paid INR 80,000 a semester. The other five courses charge more tuition, up to INR 1.20 Lakhs a semester. You pay the examination fee of INR 5,000 every semester, and hostel is your choice.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition fee, GeneralINR 4.80 LakhsINR 80,000 a semester, 6 semesters
Tuition fee, AI and Data AnalyticsINR 6 LakhsINR 2 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Tuition fee, AI and ML or RoboticsINR 6 LakhsINR 1 Lakh a semester, 6 semesters
Tuition fee, Cyber Security or Data ScienceINR 7.20 LakhsINR 1.20 Lakhs a semester, 6 semesters
Examination feeINR 30,000INR 5,000 a semester; not listed for AI and Data Analytics
Hostel and mess, basic roomINR 2.79 LakhsINR 93,000 a year, 3 years
Total, no hostel, GeneralINR 5.10 LakhsTuition + examination fee
Total with hostel, GeneralINR 7.89 LakhsEverything above for the General course

LPU BCA Admission Dates

LPUNEST 2027 registration is expected to open in Oct 2026, and phase 1 exams are expected from Jan 2027 to Feb 2027. LPU has not put out the 2027 calendar, so every date here is an estimate based on this year. The last session and the admission close are expected in Aug 2027.

EventDateStatus
LPUNEST 2027 registration opensOct 2026Tentative
LPUNEST phase 1 examJan 2027 to Feb 2027Tentative
Phase 1 result and scholarship categoryFeb 2027Tentative
LPUNEST phase 2 examFeb 2027 to Mar 2027Tentative
LPUNEST phases 3 to 5May 2027 to Jul 2027Tentative
Course allotment after each resultFeb 2027 to Aug 2027Tentative
First semester fee, last dateAug 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkAug 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

LPU BCA Eligibility

You need 60% in Class 12 with Physics, Maths and English, and a score in LPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG. The same rule holds for all six courses. If you did not study English as a subject, LPU accepts English medium schooling in its place.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 subjectsPhysics, Maths and English
Class 12 marks60% in all
Entrance scoreLPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG
English waiverEnglish medium schooling can count in place of English

LPU BCA Admission Process

You register online, write LPUNEST or send a JEE Main or CUET UG score, and pick your course. LPU gives you a seat in the course you choose if you meet the rule and seats are left. Your score also sets your scholarship, so a better score cuts the fee. You pay the first semester fee to confirm the seat.

StepWhat you do
Register onlineFill the LPU form and book an LPUNEST slot.
Write LPUNESTOr send your JEE Main or CUET UG score.
Get your resultYour score sets your scholarship category.
Pick your courseChoose one of the six BCA courses.
Pay and reportPay the first semester fee, then report with your papers.

LPU BCA Branches and Fees

BCA General costs INR 5.10 Lakhs, and Cyber Security and Data Science cost INR 7.50 Lakhs, the highest of the six. The six courses share one exam, one marks rule and one placement cell; only the fee and the subjects change. Three courses have a company partner: IBM for two and CompTIA for Cyber Security. Every course name below opens its own course page.

BranchFull fee, no hostelTuition a year
BCA GeneralINR 5.10 LakhsINR 1.60 Lakhs
BCA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with IBMINR 6.30 LakhsINR 2 Lakhs
BCA in Cyber Security, with CompTIAINR 7.50 LakhsINR 2.40 Lakhs
BCA in Data Science, with IBMINR 7.50 LakhsINR 2.40 Lakhs
BCA in Artificial Intelligence and Data AnalyticsINR 6 LakhsINR 2 Lakhs
BCA in Artificial Intelligence and RoboticsINR 6.30 LakhsINR 2 Lakhs

LPU BCA Entry routes

All six courses take LPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG. LPU does not publish a cutoff for BCA. What it asks is 60% in Class 12 and a score in one of these routes, and your score decides your scholarship.

RouteBranches it opensWhat decides the seat
LPUNESTAll six coursesYour score, which also sets your scholarship
JEE MainAll six coursesYour JEE Main score in place of LPUNEST
CUET UGAll six coursesYour CUET UG score in place of LPUNEST

LPU BCA Placements

LPU's 3-year UG graduates of 2024 had a median pay of INR 4.8 LPA, and 702 of 1,277 were placed, which is 55%. These NIRF 2025 figures cover every 3-year UG course, not BCA alone. LPU does not publish a BCA-only placement report, so ask the placement cell for last year's BCA list.

MetricValue
Median pay, 3-year UG graduatesINR 4.8 LPA
Graduates in 2024, 3-year UG1,277
Graduates placed702, which is 55%
Went for higher studies326
BCA-only figureNot published

LPU BCA Scholarships

LPUNEST Category A cuts the General course tuition from INR 80,000 to INR 32,000 a semester, the biggest waiver. A Class 12 score of 90% or more takes 50% off the tuition, and 80% to 89.9% takes 40% off. You get one LPU waiver, the higher of the two. Government schemes such as the Central Sector Scheme come on top.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
LPUNEST Category ATop LPUNEST scoresGeneral tuition INR 32,000 a semester
LPUNEST Category DLowest scholarship scoresGeneral tuition INR 56,000 a semester
LPU merit, Class 1290% or more in Class 1250% of tuition
LPU merit, Class 1280% to 89.9% in Class 1240% of tuition
Central Sector SchemeTop 20 percentile, family income up to INR 4.5 LakhsINR 12,000 a year

LPU BCA Ranking

NIRF 2025 ranks LPU #31 among universities and #49 overall, and Collegedunia ranks it #62 for BCA in 2026. NAAC gave LPU its top grade, A++. NIRF looks at teaching, research and results; Collegedunia looks at fees, placements and reviews.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF, University2025#31
NIRF, Overall2025#49
Collegedunia, BCA2026#62
NAACCurrentA++

LPU BCA Hostel and Campus

Hostel and mess start at INR 93,000 a year for the basic room, which is INR 2.79 Lakhs for three years. Hostel is your choice, and rooms with AC cost more. The campus is near Phagwara on the Jalandhar to Delhi highway.

ItemDetail
Hostel and mess feeINR 93,000 a year, basic room
HostelYour choice; AC rooms cost more
LocationNear Phagwara, on the Jalandhar to Delhi highway
Examination feeINR 5,000 a semester

LPU BCA specialisations

Bachelor of Computer Application [BCA]
3 Years · Full Time · 6 courses
Total fees
INR 5.10 Lakhs to INR 7.50 Lakhs
4.1172 reviews1.6K views last year
Median pay
INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses
Eligibility
60% in Class 12 with Physics, Maths, English
Exams accepted
LPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG
Scholarship
Up to 50% of tuition on Class 12 marks
INR 5.10 Lakhs
Total fees
4.1905 viewslast yearCompare
Tuition a year
INR 1.60 Lakhs
No rating yet180 viewslast yearCompare
Tuition a year
INR 2 Lakhs
INR 7.50 Lakhs
Total fees
No rating yet99 viewslast yearCompare
Tuition a year
INR 2.40 Lakhs
INR 7.50 Lakhs
Total fees
No rating yet76 viewslast yearCompare
Tuition a year
INR 2.40 Lakhs
No rating yet50 viewslast yearCompare
Tuition a year
INR 2 Lakhs
No rating yet0 viewslast yearCompare
Tuition a year
INR 2 Lakhs

Which BCA specialisation should you pick at LPU?

Course
BCA General (General)
Full fee INR 5.10 Lakhs without hostel. 905 views on Collegedunia last year.
Pick it if:
You want the widest choice after the degree: a general BCA keeps software, testing and an MCA open, and it is the most viewed course here.
You want the lowest fee: the General course costs INR 5.10 Lakhs without hostel, the least of the six courses.
You have 80% or more in Class 12: your marks can take 40% or more off the tuition, even before you write LPUNEST.
Skip it if:
You want a company partner on your degree: this course has no IBM or CompTIA tie-up, unlike three other BCA courses here.
You already know you want AI or security work: a course named for that field puts more of its subjects there.
BCA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with IBM (AI and ML)
Full fee INR 6.30 Lakhs without hostel. 180 views on Collegedunia last year.
Pick it if:
You want AI and machine learning jobs: the course is taught with IBM and leads to data and machine learning jobs at software companies.
You can pay INR 1.20 Lakhs more than General: it costs INR 6.30 Lakhs without hostel, with INR 2 Lakhs a year in tuition.
You are strong in Maths: machine learning subjects use a lot of maths, and Maths is already part of the Class 12 rule.
Skip it if:
You want reviews from seniors before you choose: this course has no Collegedunia rating yet, unlike BCA General.
You want the cheapest AI course here: AI and Data Analytics costs INR 6 Lakhs, which is INR 30,000 less.
BCA in Cyber Security, with CompTIA (Cyber Security)
Full fee INR 7.50 Lakhs without hostel. 99 views on Collegedunia last year.
Pick it if:
You want security jobs such as network or security analyst: the course is taught with CompTIA, the body behind common IT security certificates.
You like networks and systems more than apps: the course is built around keeping systems and networks safe, not building apps.
Skip it if:
You want to keep the fee low: it costs INR 7.50 Lakhs without hostel, the highest of the six courses with Data Science.
You want a course many students already chose: it had 99 views on Collegedunia last year, against 905 for BCA General.
BCA in Data Science, with IBM (Data Science)
Full fee INR 7.50 Lakhs without hostel. 76 views on Collegedunia last year.
Pick it if:
You want data analyst jobs: the course is taught with IBM and leads to data analyst and business analyst jobs.
You enjoy Maths and statistics: data science uses both every week, and Maths is already part of the Class 12 rule.
Skip it if:
You want the same data skills for less: AI and Data Analytics costs INR 6 Lakhs, which is INR 1.50 Lakhs less than this course.
You want many reviews to read first: it had 76 views on Collegedunia last year and has no rating yet.
BCA in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (AI and Data Analytics)
Full fee INR 6 Lakhs without hostel. 50 views on Collegedunia last year.
Pick it if:
You want an AI course at a lower fee: it costs INR 6 Lakhs without hostel, the lowest of the five courses after General.
You want AI and business data work: the course mixes AI with data analytics, which fits analyst jobs in many companies.
You want to pay once a year: LPU lists this course's fee as INR 2 Lakhs a year, not by semester.
Skip it if:
You want a company partner on your degree: this course has no IBM or CompTIA tie-up listed.
You want reviews from seniors before you choose: it has no Collegedunia rating yet and had only 50 views last year.
BCA in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (AI and Robotics)
Full fee INR 6.30 Lakhs without hostel. 0 views on Collegedunia last year.
Pick it if:
You want AI that works with machines: the course pairs AI with robotics, which fits automation and smart device work.
You want AI with hardware at a middle fee: it costs INR 6.30 Lakhs without hostel, INR 1.20 Lakhs less than Cyber Security.
Skip it if:
You want a course with a track record: it had no views on Collegedunia last year and has no rating yet.
You only want to write code: robotics adds hardware and lab work to the software subjects.
Counsellor's advice
If you are sure about AI, data or security, pick the course named for it. If you are not sure, take BCA General at the lowest fee. Write LPUNEST early, because your score cuts the fee.
BCA Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 60% in all, with Physics, Maths and English.
Entrance score: An LPUNEST score, or a JEE Main or CUET UG score in its place.
Same rule, every branch: All six BCA courses use the same marks rule; only the fee differs.
English waiver: If English was not a subject, English medium schooling can count instead.
Result awaited: Students still waiting for the Class 12 result can write LPUNEST.
BCA Admission Process▾
Register online: Fill the LPU form and book an LPUNEST slot, from home or at a test centre.
Write LPUNEST: Or send your JEE Main or CUET UG score. Your score sets your scholarship.
Pick your course: Choose one of the six BCA courses. The seat is yours if you meet the rule and seats are left.
Pay the first fee: Pay the first semester fee to confirm the seat before admission closes.
Report on campus: Bring your original mark sheets for the document check before classes start.

BCA Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out. These estimates hold for every BCA course.

Tentative
Oct 2026
LPUNEST 2027 registration opens
Expected in the same month as last year. You apply online.
Tentative
Jan 2027 to Feb 2027
LPUNEST phase 1 exam
Expected from home or at a test centre, in a slot you book.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Phase 1 result and scholarship category
Expected within a few days of the last phase 1 slot.
Tentative
Feb 2027 to Mar 2027
LPUNEST phase 2 exam
Expected for students who missed phase 1 or want a better score.
Tentative
May 2027 to Jul 2027
LPUNEST phases 3 to 5
Expected as rolling phases, with results in about a day.
Tentative
Feb 2027 to Aug 2027
Course allotment after each result
Expected soon after each result. Seats in a course can fill early.
Tentative
Aug 2027
First semester fee, last date
Expected by the admission close. The seat is yours only after this fee.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Expected in the week before classes. Bring your original mark sheets.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in August, as in 2026.

Source: the LPUNEST 2026 schedule, used for these estimates.

Lovely Professional University BCA Fees

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This is the full 3-year cost. Tuition differs by branch group: tap yours.

Course group
Tuition and exam fee, General
Per semester × 6, INR 85,000 a semester
INR 5.10 Lakhs
Tuition fee, AI and Data Analytics
Per year × 3, INR 2 Lakhs a year
INR 6 Lakhs
Tuition and exam fee, AI and ML or Robotics
Per semester × 6, INR 1.05 Lakhs a semester
INR 6.30 Lakhs
Tuition and exam fee, Cyber Security or Data Science
Per semester × 6, INR 1.25 Lakhs a semester
INR 7.50 Lakhs
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess, basic room
Per year × 3, INR 93,000 a year
INR 2.79 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 5.10 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + exam fee, General, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 7.89 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + exam fee + hostel and mess, General
Total course fee
INR 6 Lakhs
3 years · tuition, AI and Data Analytics, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 8.79 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + hostel and mess, AI and Data Analytics
Total course fee
INR 6.30 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + exam fee, AI and ML or Robotics, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 9.09 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + exam fee + hostel and mess, AI and ML or Robotics
Total course fee
INR 7.50 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + exam fee, Cyber Security or Data Science, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 10.29 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + exam fee + hostel and mess, Cyber Security or Data Science
Education loan EMI
INR 8,599
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
94%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 13,303
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
61%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 10,116
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
80%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 14,821
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
55%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 10,622
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
76%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 15,326
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
53%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 12,646
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
64%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 17,350
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
47%
median first-year pay INR 4.8 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee

Source: LPU fee listing for 2026-27 on Collegedunia.

Which BCA branches will your marks get you at LPU?

Pick your route and Class 12 marks. Every course uses one rule.

Your route
Your Class 12 marks, LPUNEST route
Your Class 12 marks, JEE Main route
Your Class 12 marks, CUET UG route
LPUNEST · Class 12 marks 80% or more
Yes, you are in: every branch. Your LPUNEST score also sets your scholarship category. Marks of 80% or more also earn a 40% or 50% merit waiver.
LPUNEST · Class 12 marks 60% to 79.9%
Yes, you are in: every branch. Your LPUNEST score also sets your scholarship category. Pay the first semester fee to hold the seat.
LPUNEST · Class 12 marks below 60%
Not this year: every branch. Every BCA course here asks for 60% in Class 12.
JEE Main · Class 12 marks 80% or more
Yes, you are in: every branch. LPU takes your JEE Main score in place of LPUNEST. Marks of 80% or more also earn a 40% or 50% merit waiver.
JEE Main · Class 12 marks 60% to 79.9%
Yes, you are in: every branch. LPU takes your JEE Main score in place of LPUNEST. Pay the first semester fee to hold the seat.
JEE Main · Class 12 marks below 60%
Not this year: every branch. Every BCA course here asks for 60% in Class 12.
CUET UG · Class 12 marks 80% or more
Yes, you are in: every branch. LPU takes your CUET UG score in place of LPUNEST. Marks of 80% or more also earn a 40% or 50% merit waiver.
CUET UG · Class 12 marks 60% to 79.9%
Yes, you are in: every branch. LPU takes your CUET UG score in place of LPUNEST. Pay the first semester fee to hold the seat.
CUET UG · Class 12 marks below 60%
Not this year: every branch. Every BCA course here asks for 60% in Class 12.
EDITOR'S NOTE

LPU publishes no BCA cutoff. The seat comes from the 60% rule and a score in one route, and the score sets your fee. Seats in a course can fill before the last phase, so book an early LPUNEST slot.

Lovely Professional University BCA Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim on BCA General.

Class 12 marks
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

LPU merit scholarship, 90% or more
INR 2.40 Lakhs
Lovely Professional University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: 90% or more in Class 12, 50% of tuitionApply with the admission form
Not eligible on your answers
LPU merit scholarship, 80% to 89.9%
INR 1.92 Lakhs
Lovely Professional University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: 80% to 89.9% in Class 12, 40% of tuitionApply with the admission form
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 36,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: top 20 percentile of your board, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a yearApply on NSP every year
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Write LPUNEST for a score-based waiver, or ask about loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.76 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 2.34 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.40 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 2.70 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.28 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 2.82 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.92 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 3.18 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 5.10 Lakhs

Lovely Professional University BCA vs similar colleges

The cream box marks the better number in each row.

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Jalandhar, Punjab
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Chandigarh University
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Manipal University Jaipur
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Total feesfull course, lowest-fee BCA, no hostel
INR 5.10 Lakhs
BCA General
INR 4 Lakhs
INR 1.10 Lakhs less
INR 7.56 Lakhs
INR 2.46 Lakhs more
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INR 41,000 more
Median payNIRF 2025, all 3-year UG courses
INR 4.8 LPA
3-year UG, 2024
INR 4.1 LPA
INR 0.7 LPA less
INR 3.5 LPA
INR 1.3 LPA less
INR 3.2 LPA
INR 1.6 LPA less
INR 5.25 LPA
INR 0.45 LPA more
Placement rateshare of 3-year UG graduates placed
55%
702 of 1,277
84%
29 points higher
12%
43 points lower
80%
25 points higher
44%
11 points lower
Collegedunia rankComputer Applications, 2026
#62
BCA ranking
#47
15 places higher
#5
57 places higher
#114
52 places lower
#123
61 places lower
Student reviewsBCA reviews on Collegedunia
172
rated 4.1
43
129 fewer
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51 fewer
32
140 fewer
In short
Chitkara costs INR 1.10 Lakhs less and placed a bigger share of its 3-year UG batch, but its median pay is lower. If the fee is your main worry, take Chitkara; if pay matters more, LPU is ahead.
In short
Amity costs INR 2.46 Lakhs more and ranks far higher on Collegedunia, but placed only 12% of its 3-year UG batch. If you want the name and can pay, take Amity; if not, LPU gives more for less.
In short
Chandigarh University has a four-year BCA that costs INR 1.54 Lakhs more, and its 3-year UG median pay is lower. If you want the shorter course and higher median pay, pick LPU.
In short
Manipal Jaipur costs INR 41,000 more and has the highest median pay here, but placed a smaller share of its batch. If pay matters most, keep Manipal Jaipur above LPU in your list.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Lovely Professional University BCA

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is BCA at LPU worth the fee?▾
It can be, if you pick the course with care. BCA General costs INR 5.10 Lakhs without hostel, and LPU's 3-year UG graduates of 2024 had a median pay of INR 4.8 LPA. At that pay the full fee comes back in about a year of work. If you need a loan, check the EMI tile in the fee block above first.
Which BCA course should I pick at LPU?▾
Pick by the work you want, then by the fee. BCA General is the lowest at INR 5.10 Lakhs and keeps every path open. The AI, data and cyber security courses cost INR 6 Lakhs to INR 7.50 Lakhs. Read who each course suits in the course block above before you pay.
Should I pay more for Cyber Security or Data Science?▾
Only if you are sure of the field. Both cost INR 7.50 Lakhs, which is INR 2.40 Lakhs more than BCA General. LPU publishes no separate pay figure for these courses, so the higher fee buys the subject and the partner, not a promised salary. Ask the department which companies hired from the course last year.
Will I get a job after BCA at LPU?▾
Many students do, but not all. Of LPU's 3-year UG graduates of 2024, 702 of 1,277 were placed, which is 55%, and 326 went for higher studies. LPU does not publish a BCA-only figure. Build projects and do internships from the second year, and ask the placement cell for the last BCA list.
Who should skip BCA at LPU?▾
Skip it if the fee needs a big loan and you are not sure about computers. The full fee starts at INR 5.10 Lakhs, and the basic hostel adds INR 2.79 Lakhs. Skip it too if you want a BCA-only placement record before you decide, because LPU does not publish one. If neither worries you, write LPUNEST early for the waiver.
Is BCA at LPU good for an MCA or higher studies later?▾
Yes, a BCA is the usual path to an MCA. In LPU's 3-year UG batch of 2024, 326 students went for higher studies. If you plan an MCA, BCA General at the lowest fee keeps more money for the master's degree. Check the MCA rules of the college you want before you choose a special course.
Should I take the AI and ML course with IBM?▾
Take it if you like maths and want AI jobs. It costs INR 6.30 Lakhs, which is INR 1.20 Lakhs more than BCA General, and it is taught with IBM. The course has no Collegedunia rating yet, so talk to seniors or the department first. If you are not sure about AI, start with BCA General.
Should I wait for a later LPUNEST phase to get a better score?▾
Only if you can study more in that time. Phases are held from January to July, and a better score means a bigger waiver. Seats in a course can fill early, so book an early slot and use a later phase only to improve your score.
How much scholarship can I get at LPU for BCA?▾
It depends on your score. On BCA General, LPUNEST Category A cuts the tuition from INR 80,000 to INR 32,000 a semester. A Class 12 score of 90% or more takes 50% off the tuition. Use the scholarship calculator above to see your own amount.
How do I get admission to BCA at LPU?▾
You need 60% in Class 12 with Physics, Maths and English. Register online and write LPUNEST, or send a JEE Main or CUET UG score. Then pick your course and pay the first semester fee to confirm the seat.
Is the fee the same for every BCA course?▾
No. BCA General costs INR 5.10 Lakhs without hostel, and the other five courses cost INR 6 Lakhs to INR 7.50 Lakhs. Cyber Security and Data Science cost the most. Tap your course group in the fee block above to see the full cost with and without hostel.
Is LPUNEST required for BCA at LPU?▾
You need a score from LPUNEST, JEE Main or CUET UG. LPUNEST is the usual route, and your score also sets your scholarship category. If you already have a good JEE Main or CUET UG score, ask the admission office how it maps to a waiver.
Is hostel compulsory for BCA at LPU?▾
No, hostel is your choice. The basic room with mess costs INR 93,000 a year, which is INR 2.79 Lakhs for three years. Rooms with AC cost more, so check the room list before you pay the hostel fee.

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LPU Bachelor of Computer Application [BCA]: Students' Opinion

AI-Generated Summary based on 172 Reviews

The Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program at Lovely Professional University (LPU) offers a comprehensive educational experience with strong placement opportunities and diverse financial aid options. Admission is primarily online, requiring a minimum of 50% in 12th grade with English, and students scoring 78% or higher can apply for the LPUNEST entrance exam for scholarships up to 40% off. The entrance exam fee is INR 1000, and the application fee is INR 200.

The standard semester fee is approximately ‚Ç?80,000, with an additional ‚Ç?4,500 for exams. However, scholarships can reduce costs by 10% to 45%, with the total course fee around ‚Ç?4.80 lakh without scholarships. International students can also benefit from scholarships, reducing their program fee to $1,225. LPU offers a diverse and experienced faculty, often holding advanced degrees from top institutions. The faculty-to-student ratio is generally adequate, and students benefit from personal mentors.

The curriculum includes core subjects, electives, and practical training, with the examination process comprising Class Assessments, mid-terms, and end-terms. The university maintains a strong placement record, with over 90% job placement for students. Top companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon participate in recruitment, with the highest package reported at 3.06 crore INR and average packages between 5-7 lakh INR annually. Students can participate in placements from the 5th or 7th semester and have access to internships and entrepreneurship opportunities with firms like Tech Mahindra and IBM, enhancing their industry experience.

Overall, LPU's BCA program is known for its international exposure, comprehensive training, and supportive learning environment.

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aafiya yadgir
May 4, 2024 15:58
What is the last date for LPUNEST Phase 2 Registration for BTech?
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Ashish Ramtari
May 6, 2024 08:05

The last date to apply and book slot for examination will be three days before the conduct of the LPUNEST Examination. The results of the examination will be released within 48 working hours.

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ashim saikia
Apr 9, 2023 23:15
process to get seat in MPT in sports
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Sinbad Chongtham
Apr 17, 2023 21:54

Lovely Professional University offers MPT program with three specializations. They are Cardiopulmonary, Neurology and Orthopedics. Admission to these programs is based on the merit of LPUNEST followed by counseling. Students seeking admission in MPT programs must have a BPT degree with at least 60% marks from a recognized university. 

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puligari archana
Mar 10, 2023 11:55
What is the process to get seat in PhD foresenic science?
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Krishan Kumar
Mar 10, 2023 14:55

To get admission to P.hD in Forensic Sciences, you must have completed Post Graduation in relevant field with a valid score in LPUNEST exam.

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anamika singh
Oct 1, 2022 13:23
Sir I'm doing my 2 year but I want to take transfer to this college is it possible?
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Kirti S
Oct 4, 2022 14:26

You can contact the administrative department of your college by talking to them about the same. They will guide you whether it is possible or not. If possible, then procedure will also be shared by them.

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raju kumar
Aug 22, 2022 19:30
I have completed diploma in computer science engineering from bihar,,, I want to get admission In LPU for Lateral entry B-tech ,,I'm eligible or not ,please tell me
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Sinbad Chongtham
Aug 26, 2022 17:48

Yes, since you have completed a Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering you can apply for lateral entry in the B.Tech CSE course of LPU. You will be granted direct admission if you have scored 90% marks or above in the diploma degree, otherwise admission is based on the merit of LPUNEST.

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himanshi upadhyay
Aug 13, 2022 15:03
Meri 12 th hogyi h mujhe one year k diploma krna chahti hu fashion designing m is it available or not?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Aug 16, 2022 18:09

LPU does not any one-year diploma courses in Fashion Designing. However, the university offers a three-years Diploma in Fashion Designing course that can be pursued right after passing Class X examination.


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