The eligibility criteria for admission into MCA course are determined by colleges as per government norms and the universities they are affiliated to. Those candidates who have completed a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Computer Applications can pursue this course. Some colleges may also consider a candidate’s Class 12 marks for shortlisting purposes. Some reputed institutes may allow only those candidates for MCA admission who have pursued BCA or BSc in computer science-related specialisations. The students in their final year of graduation can also apply for the course provided the results of their final semester are released before the commencement of the MCA programme.