Adamas University Kolkata BCA {Lateral} : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a PGDCA, DCA, or Diploma in Computer Science from a recognised institution with at least 50% aggregate marks. Class 12 pass with Computer Science and Mathematics at 50% may also qualify for lateral entry as per Adamas University norms. Admission is through the Adamas University Admission Test (AUAT) or merit shortlisting.

Ans. The total fee for the BCA Lateral Entry programme (3 years, 6 semesters) at Adamas University is INR 4,15,064 as per the official fee schedule. Hostel charges are payable separately.

Ans. Adamas University ranks 181 out of 200 in Collegedunia’s 2026 Computer Applications Colleges list in India. The university holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and is a UGC-recognised State Private University established under WB Act IV of 2014.

Ans. The BCA Lateral Entry programme covers programming languages (Python, Java, C++), data structures and algorithms, database management systems, software engineering, computer networks, web development, data analytics, and cloud computing. The 3-year lateral entry joins the 4-year BCA from its second year.

Ans. BCA graduates can pursue careers as software developers, web developers, database administrators, system analysts, IT support engineers, and data analysts at IT services companies, startups, and corporate technology teams. Graduates may also pursue MCA or MBA IT for advanced careers.

Ans. The BCA Lateral Entry at Adamas University allows eligible candidates to join directly at the second year of the 4-year BCA programme, completing 3 years instead of 4. The fee for the lateral programme is INR 4,15,064, compared to INR 5,58,680 for the full 4-year BCA, resulting in a lower total cost.