Bachelor of Computer Applications at BIT Deoghar, an extension centre of Birla Institute of Technology Mesra, is a four-year undergraduate programme under the NEP 2020 framework covering programming, database management, web development, and software engineering. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 aggregate with no entrance examination. Collegedunia ranks BIT Deoghar 323 in its 2026 India B.Tech ranking, reflecting its standing as a BIT Mesra-affiliated campus.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to BCA at BIT Deoghar for 2026-27 are merit-based on Class 12 marks; the application window is expected to open in April 2026. Check bitmesra.ac.in for the official schedule.
Key Points
- Four-year BCA programme under NEP 2020 framework; affiliated to BIT Mesra, Ranchi
- No entrance examination; admission purely on Class 12 merit (Maths/CS required)
- Total fees INR 8,14,000 over four years; hostel charges separate
- Engineering-campus environment with access to BIT Mesra alumni network
BIT Deoghar Bachelor of Computer Applications Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| One-time Admission Charges (Admission Fee + Caution Money) | INR 20,000 |
| Semester I | INR 86,500 |
| Semester II | INR 86,500 |
| Semester III | INR 95,500 |
| Semester IV | INR 95,500 |
| Semester V | INR 1,03,000 |
| Semester VI | INR 1,03,000 |
| Semester VII | INR 1,12,000 |
| Semester VIII | INR 1,12,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 8,14,000 |
- One-time admission charges include a non-refundable admission fee of INR 15,000 and a refundable caution money deposit of INR 5,000, payable at the time of joining.
- Semester fees cover tuition, development, and examination charges; BIT Mesra may revise fee components annually.
- Optional hostel accommodation is available at the Deoghar campus; hostel and mess charges are billed separately and are not included in the total above.
BIT Deoghar Bachelor of Computer Applications Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| BIT Mesra BBA/BCA Application Opens | April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Declaration | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Semester I Classes Commence | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Apply online through the BIT Mesra admissions portal at bitmesra.ac.in during the BBA/BCA application window; upload scanned copies of Class 12 marksheets including the Mathematics or Computer Science paper, and other required documents.
- Selection is purely merit-based on Class 12 aggregate percentage; no entrance examination is conducted. An application fee of INR 1,500 (INR 1,000 for SC/ST) is payable online.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification at the Deoghar campus; seat is confirmed on payment of the first-semester fee.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/PwD); English and Mathematics or Computer Science or Informatics Practices must be qualifying subjects.
- No entrance examination is required; admission is purely merit-based on Class 12 aggregate percentage.
- Candidates appearing in their Class 12 board examination may apply provisionally; marks must be declared and the eligibility criterion met before the date of document verification.
Admission Process
- Visit bitmesra.ac.in when the BBA/BCA admission notification is released (typically April) and register on the online admission portal.
- Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and category details; upload scanned copies of the Class 12 marksheet and supporting documents.
- Pay the application fee of INR 1,500 (INR 1,000 for SC/ST) through the online payment gateway and save the receipt.
- Monitor the merit list declaration on the portal; shortlisted candidates receive a reporting schedule by email or SMS.
- Attend document verification at the Deoghar campus on the allotted date with original Class 12 marksheet, school-leaving certificate, and identity proof.
- Pay the first-semester fee to confirm the seat and complete the enrolment formalities.
✓ Opt for this if
- Class 12 students with Maths/CS seeking a BIT-affiliated BCA without an entrance exam
- Students from Jharkhand or eastern India wanting a reputed campus at moderate fees
- Those planning MCA, MBA, or a career in software development after graduation
- Budget-conscious students; fee of INR 8,14,000 is lower than many private BCA programmes
✗ Skip if
- Students who need a standalone IT university with strong metro placement drives
- Those seeking a NIRF-ranked BCA programme for competitive job applications
- Candidates who did not study Mathematics or Computer Science in Class 12
BIT Deoghar Bachelor of Computer Applications Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GP Birla Merit Scholarship | 20 percent to 100 percent tuition fee waiver | Students with CGPA 8.0 and above in the programme; awarded each semester |
| Jharkhand Government Ekalyan Scholarship | As per state government norms | Minority community students domiciled in Jharkhand; income criteria apply |
| SC/ST State Scholarship (Jharkhand) | As per government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Jharkhand; applied through the state scholarship portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year | Girl students enrolled in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8 lakh per annum |
- The GP Birla Merit Scholarship is awarded by BIT Mesra based on end-semester CGPA; eligible students at the Deoghar campus may apply each semester after CGPA publication.
- Government scholarships (state and central) are disbursed through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); apply within the academic year of admission with the required certificates.
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