Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023: Application, Exam Dates, Counselling

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Notification will release in January 2023. Goa University MCA Entrance Exam is conducted by Goa University. It is a state-level entrance exam conducted every year for admission in MCA Courses. Through this exam, candidates will get admission to the universities and colleges located in Goa. Candidates may check the eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Candidates may read the whole article for complete details regarding the Goa University Entrance Exam 2023 like dates, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus etc.

• Application Submission Deadline: 15th April 2023
• Entrance Test Date: Offline mode on 23rd April 2023 at Goa University
• Selected Candidates List: Expected to be announced on the website around 4th May 2023

Admission to MCA Programme at Goa Business School: Academic Year 2023-24

• Mode of Application: Online applications are accepted via Goa University website: www.unigoa.ac.in.
• Eligibility Criteria for MCA Programme:
  • Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in BCA/Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks. (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per State Government Rules).
  • Option 2: Graduation in a Non-Computer Science discipline with Mathematics at 10+2 or Graduation level, with at least 50% marks. (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per State Government Rules). Provisional admission granted, subject to completion of Bridge Courses.
• Bridge Course for Non-Computer Science Graduates (Semester III Admission): Successful completion of Bridge Course(s) required before admission to Semester III. Minimum 40% marks in Theory and Laboratory components. Evaluation by Goa Business School. Refer to Section B for details.
• Aptitude Entrance Test for MCA: Qualification in the Aptitude Entrance Test is mandatory. Refer to Section A. Aptitude Entrance Test for further details.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Dates

The important dates of Goa University MCA Admission are given in the table below:

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Dates

Particulars	Dates (tentative)
Staring of Application Form	19 April 2023
Last Date of Application Form	13 May 2023 (up to 12:00 PM)
Admit Card	May 2023
GOA University MCA Entrance Exam Date	23 May 2023
Declaration of Merit List I	04 June 2023
Admission Round I	04 to 30 June 2023
Declaration of List II	05 July 2023
Admission Round II	05 to 12 July 2023

 

A. Aptitude Entrance Test for MCA Admission:

The Aptitude Entrance Test follows the outlined procedure:

1. The test content is based on the syllabus available on the University website (Aptitude Entrance Test Syllabus), covering:
   • Part 1: Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning
   • Part 2: Mathematics
   • Part 3: Computer Science
2. The test comprises 50 multiple-choice questions, with each correct answer carrying 2 marks. A negative marking of 0.5 is applied for each incorrect response. Unanswered questions will be scored 0 marks.
3. The total duration of the Test is set at 90 minutes.
4. To qualify for MCA admission, candidates need to achieve a minimum of 30% marks (rounded up to the next integer) in the Aptitude Entrance Test.

Section	Level of Difficulty	Topic/s	No. of Questions
I	Least Difficult	Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning	15
II	Medium Difficulty	Mathematics	10
		Computer Science	05
III	Most Difficult	Computer Science	20

 

The tie-breaking in creating the Merit List will be as follows: i. Section III scores shall be the first level of tie-breaker, followed by Section II. ii. In case the tie still exists, the University shall decide the order of merit.

B. Bridge Course for Non-Computer Science Candidates:

Non-Computer Science candidates aspiring for the Two-Year MCA program must complete the “Fundamentals in Computer Science” Bridge course through self-study, utilizing content identified from existing MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) resources. The comprehensive syllabus and recommended links to relevant MOOCs courses are available on the University website (Bridge Course Syllabus).

Bridge Course Evaluation: The evaluation of the Bridge course consists of two parts: Part A and Part B. Goa Business School administers the evaluation process. The assessment methodology is as follows (effective from Academic Year 2022-23):

1. Part A Evaluation:
   • Content: Theory and concepts from the Bridge course.
   • Assessment: Evaluation of theoretical understanding.
2. Part B Evaluation:
   • Content: Practical application and hands-on aspects from the Bridge course.
   • Assessment: Evaluation of practical skills and application.

Bridge course Pattern

Part	Total Marks	To be held in	Contents and Weightage
A	100	1st month of	1. Programming and Simple Linear Data Structures<br>(Theory: 30 marks, Lab: 40 marks)<br>2. Computer Organization & Architecture and Fundamentals of Operating Systems<br>(Theory: 30 marks)
B	100	–	1. Discrete Mathematics<br>(Theory: 50 marks)<br>2. Web Basics<br>(Lab: 50 marks)

 

Prospective students are encouraged to refer to the University’s official resources for detailed information regarding the Bridge course and its evaluation process. Check https://www.unigoa.ac.in/uploads/confg_docs/20230403.043033~Notific_MCA_adm_2023-24_V-1-0.pdf

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Application Form

The details regarding the Goa University MCA Admission application form are given below:

• GOA university application form is released on 19 April 2023.
• The application form will release in online mode.
• Candidates will be able to fill the application form through the official website.
• The last date to fill the form is 13 May 2023.
• Candidates may fill the details as per asked in the application form.
• The uploading documents should be in the prescribed format only.
• Moreover, candidates may keep a copy of the filled application form for further use.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Application Fee

The details regarding the application fee are given below:

• The applicant is to provide correct personal details along with the application fee of Rs.1000/-.
• Candidates will have to pay the application fee in online mode via credit card, debit card or net banking.
• Candidates may note that the application fee once paid would not be refunded.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Eligibility Criteria

The details regarding the Goa University MCA Admission eligibility criteria are given below:

• Qualification:
  • Mathematics is to be one of the subjects in their HSSCE (10+2) or at higher levels.  Candidates will have to provide the needed documentary proofs fulfilling their eligibility criteria; preferably at the time of admission, failing which, their admission shall be cancelled.
• Minimum Marks:
  • Any Indian national is open to apply for this course, but are to satisfy various eligibility criteria. The student should graduate with at least 55% aggregate marks at the first-degree exam for the general category and 50% for candidates belonging to the reserved category.
• Foreign student applicants are to follow a different protocol including a letter from the education ministry department.
• Admissions to this course are restricted on a merit basis, evaluated through a series of entrance tests in the subject of Mathematics, English, Computer Awareness, Analytical and Logical Reasoning.
• With 60 seats available, students will be allotted seats as per performance in the entrance test, while the reservations of seats as per Govt. rules are also kept in mind.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Pattern

For the academic year 2023-22, a single round of the Aptitude Entrance Test shall be conducted.

• The test shall have 50 multiple choice questions
• +2 marks each for a correct answer, with a negative marking of -0.5 for each wrong answer. An unanswered question will have 0 marks.
• The question paper will be in the English language.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Syllabus

The details regarding the Goa University Syllabus are given below:

• Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning
  • Series
  • Relationships
  • Permutations and Combination
  • Inference
  • Classification
  • Coding
• General English
• Mathematics
  • Set Theory
  • Calculus
  • Vectors
  • Trigonometry
  • Algebra
  • Coordinate Geometry
• Computer Awareness
  • Computer Basics

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Admit Card

The details regarding the Goa University MCA entrance exam admit card are given below:

• The admit card will release in May 2023.
• The authority will release the admit card in online mode.
• Candidates will be able to download the admit card from the official website.
• After the application for admission, the student will receive a hall ticket for the entrance exam via email, which the candidate is required to carry, along with an identity card such as the exam hall.
• The entrance exam is of 2 hours, consisting of 90, 3 mark multiple-choice questions.
• These questions are distributed among the different subjects, with 40 from Analytical and Logical reasoning, 10 from general English, 10 from computer awareness and 30 from mathematics.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Result

A separate merit list and a waiting list will be prepared for candidates graduating from Goa University and those graduating from other universities. These lists will be uploaded on the University website and displayed on the Notice Boards of the Department of Computer Science and Technology.

• The candidates are required to score a minimum of 30% marks (percentage obtained
  by the candidate to be rounded up to the next integer)to successfully qualify the Aptitude
  Entrance Test.
• The admissions of candidates failing to pay the admission fee on the prescribed day are cancelled and candidates from the waiting list take in their place as per merit.
• The 1^st provisional list of candidates will be put up on June 2020 with  June being the last day for the payment of fees. The second provisional list will be displayed on  June, with  June being the last date for the payment of fees.
• The final list of candidates, successfully completed the admission process will be displayed on of June. June is the last day for the payment of fees for those students admitted in the final round.

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Counselling

The details regarding the Goa University Admission counselling are:

• The counselling process will be conducted after the declaration of the result.
• Candidates shortlisted in the merit list will be invited for the counselling process.
• Through the counselling process, the authority will check the eligibility of the candidate.
• Moreover, Candidates will have to bring the original documents for verification.

Total Number of Seats & Reservation

MCA Degree Program has total 60 Seats, the distribution of seats and Reservation Policy (may be subject to change) as follows:

• SC – 02% (01 Seat)
• ST – 12% (07 Seats)
• OBC – 27% (16 Seats)
• PH – 03% (02 Seats)
• FF – 01% (01 Seat)
• General (31 Seats)
• Other Universities (02 Seats)

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Important Links

• Download the GU MCA Admission 2021 Information Brochure Pdf

Goa University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 Highlights

The candidates can check here under, GOA University MCA Entrance Exam 2023 short details:

Exam Name	Goa University Master of Computer of Application Entrance Exam 2023
Conducting body	Goa University
Level of exam	State-level
Frequency	Once a year
Official website	https://www.unigoa.ac.in/

Goa University

Goa University is listed among numerous esteemed colleges in Goa. MCA (Masters in Computer Applications) is one of the many courses offered here. The MCA course conducted by the University aims to bestow its students with comprehensive knowledge and practical knowledge, covering the various aspects of computer use in the industry. It is a combination of Computer Science, Mathematics and Management Science courses.

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