IGNOU Online MCA Admission 2025-26: Last Date, Eligibility & Fees

IGNOU Online MCA Admission 2025-26: Admissions are now open for the MCA Program under the Online Learning Program of IGNOU. The application process for admission started interested students must apply online before the IGNOU Admission 2025-26 last date is 31 July 2025. This program is available in English only, To be eligible for the Online MCA course at IGNOU, students must hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or in a related field from a recognized university The program has been divided into 2 semesters per year (July to December and January to June). As a result, there will be 2 term-end examinations every year – First in December for the July to December semester courses and the other in June for the January to June semester courses. For information regarding the admission process, courses, and eligibility, students can read the following article.

IGNOU MCA Online Learning Latest Updates 2025

• IGNOU MCA Online Assignments can be submitted online and offline. Last date for upload at Student service portal is 31 May 2025.
• Tentative date sheet is announced at the official portal of Indira Gandhi National Open University for the June Term End Examination of 2025.
• DEB ID MCA Admission: IGNOU will open online admission for students with DEB ID. You can get your DEB ID for admission on the official portal.

IGNOU Online MCA Key Factors

• Program Name: Online Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
• Duration: 2 to 4 years
• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or related fields
• Mode: Online Learning 
• Coursework: Includes Software Engineering, Database Management, and Networking
• Exams: Conducted online and at home
• Fee Structure: 
• Career Scope: IT companies, software development, network administration

IGNOU Online MCA Admission: 2025 Highlights

IGNOU Online MCA Admission Overview

The main objective of the MCA program is to prepare graduate students for desired professional careers in the software industry by providing an excellent environment for teaching and research in the core and emerging areas of the program. It is a two-year program, although, a student may take up to four years for its completion. This program’s push is on providing the students with a solid and tough foundation in theoretical and application-oriented courses, relevant to the recent computer software development. The program mainly focuses on the application of software technology to solve mathematical, computing, communications/networking, and commercial problems.

• An additional fee of INR 300 has to be paid as the registration fee in the first semester.
• The registration fee is non-refundable
• The applicant can pay through debit/credit card and/or internet banking.
• DEB ID is mandatory for submission of the application.

A DEB ID, or Distance Education Bureau ID, is a unique identifier that students must create to enroll in online or open and distance learning (ODL) programs in India.

IGNOU Online MCA Admission Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the MCA program offered by IGNOU in its distance learning program, the applicant:

1. Must have passed B.C.A / Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science Engineering or Equivalent Degree or passed B.Sc/ B.Com./ B.A. with Mathematics at 10+2 level or Graduation level. 
2. Bridge Courses:

• • MCS-201 (Programming in C and Python)
  • MCS-208 (Data Structures and Algorithm)

Students who have already completed any of these Bridge courses, viz., MCS-201, and MCS-208 of IGNOU, are required to register and complete the remaining bridge courses only.

IGNOU Online MCA Admission Fees Structure

The IGNOU Online MCA program fees are INR 9,600 per semester. Students are required to pay the fee each semester. In addition to the program fee, there is a registration fee of INR 300 that needs to be paid at the time of admission. The total fee for the entire MCA program is INR 48,300, including the registration fee.

Note: Students WITHOUT Mathematics at the 10+2 level or the Graduation level are not eligible for the ODL/Online MCA program.

IGNOU Online MCA Admission Process 2025-26 

1. Visit the official IGNOU admission portal
2. Register online under new registration for Ignou online MCA admission login.
3. After registration, you will be redirected to the IGNOU admission portal.
4. This time, Log in using the Username and Password received on E-mail under the registered user login.
5. Fill out the application form.
6. Upload the required documents in the correct format and size bracket.
7. Upon paying the application fee, the application form will be submitted.
8. Pay the program fee online using a credit/debit card or online banking.
9. You will receive a confirmation in the mail.
10. Receiving confirmation is the proof of admission into the program.

Documents required:

The following documents are compulsory for admission to IGNOU MCA Online Learning

• A valid email address
• Valid contact information.
• Credit card/Debit card/Internet Banking.
• JPEG file of the applicant’s 12th pass and graduation certificate.
•  A scanned copy of Bachelors degree 
• A scanned copy of the applicant’s recent photograph.
• A Scanned copy of the applicant’s signature.

IGNOU MCA Online Learning Course Structure

IGNOU MCA Online 1st Year Syllabus 

Semester 1:

1. MCS-211: Design and Analysis of Algorithms (4 credits)
2. MCS-212: Discrete Mathematics (4 credits)
3. MCS-213: Software Engineering (4 credits)
4. MCS-214: Professional Skills and Ethics (2 credits)
5. MCS-215: Security and Cyber Laws (2 credits)
6. MCSL-216: DAA and Web Design Lab (2 credits)
7. MCSL-217: Software Engineering Lab (2 credits

Semester 2:

1. MCS-218: Data Communication and Computer Networks (4 credits)
2. MCS-219: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (4 credits)
3. MCS-220: Web Technologies (4 credits)
4. MCS-221: Data Warehousing and Data Mining (4 credits)
5. MCSL-222: OOAD and Web Technologies Lab (2 credits)
6. MCSL-223: Computer Networks and Data Mining Lab (2 credits)

Download IGNOU Online MCA Assignment PDFs

Step 1: Visit the IGNOU Learning Management System online.

Step 2: Login using Online MCA IGNOU username and password. 

Step 3: Below the address bar look for an icon naming “Courses”. Click on it. 

Step 4: Select all courses.

Step 3: Now, on the left side of the screen find “Assignments“.

Step 4: All assignments open for the current session are listed.

Step 5: Download the assignment.

FAQ’s

Q: Can I apply for IGNOU Online MCA admissions if I’m working?
Ans: Yes, the online format is flexible and helps working professionals.

Q: Is the IGNOU Online MCA recognized by employers?
Ans: Yes, IGNOU is a recognized university.

Q: Do I need to attend classes physically?
A: No. The program is fully online, including classes, assignments, and exams.

Q: Do I need to attend regular classes for the IGNOU Online MCA?
Ans: There are no offline classes. You study online at your own place.

Q:  What is the eligibility for MCA at IGNOU?
A: Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a subject (in 12th or graduation).

Q: Is there an entrance exam for MCA?
A: No, admission is direct, no entrance required.

Q: Can I transfer credits to IGNOU from another university?
Ans: IGNOU considers credit transfer on a case-by-case basis. Check with the admissions office.

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