Summary

Summary

In our era of information age, a profession in computer applications is certainlythe most-pursued one!Today, every sphere of work requires the use of computers and technology. In other words, every industry needs web designers, system analysts, coders, and so on. The arena of computer applications is ever-evolving. This explains the presence of a great number institutes offering courses in computer applications and its many specializations. Most of the colleges have a three-year course in computer applications, while some others have an integrated course of five years.

Career Prospects

Computer Applications is a highly diversified field. Considering its enormous scope, aspirants can choose the career option according to their interests and skills. The work profiles range from developing software and applications to testing and maintaining the technical requirements of organisations. Given below are the lists ofprominent job profiles and potential hiring sectors:

  • Animator
  • Ethical Hacker
  • Data Analyst
  • Application/Web Designer
  • Game Designer
  • Coder
  • Programmer
  • Software Developer
  • SEO Specialist
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Graphic Designer
  • Software Consultant
  • Cryptologist
  • Web Designer
  • Technical Writer

Stream & Eligibility

Given below are the basic eligibility conditions for admission to Bachelor of Computer Applicationsand similar courses:

Streams applicable (post-10th)

  • ARTS/ HUMANITIES
  • COMMERCE
  • NON-MEDICAL
  • MEDICAL
  • Candidate should to have cleared class 10+2 with more than 45% marks or equivalent from a recognized board. A few colleges place the minimum cut off of 50% marks.
  • Some colleges require the candidate to have completed class 10+2 with mathematics as a mandatory subject.
  • Computer Science subject in Class 11th -12th is required by most colleges.

Courses/Specialization

Mentioned below are a number of courses or specializations that students can pursue in the field of Computers:

Courses

  • B.Com (CS) (B.Com. with Specialization in Computer Science)
  • BCS (Bachelors of Computer Science)
  • B.Sc. (Computer Science)
  • B.Sc (Computer Technology)
  • B.Sc. (Information Technology)
  • B.Sc. + M.Sc. (IT) (Integrated)
  • BBA- Information Technology
  • B.Sc. + M.Sc. (IT) (Integrated)

Specialisations

  • .NET Technologies
  • Animation
  • Application Software
  • AutoCAD
  • Database Systems
  • CorelDRAW
  • Cyber Law
  • Networking
  • Digital Marketing
  • Data Analytics
  • ManagementInformation Systems(MIS)
  • IT Security & Ethical Hacking
  • Java Technologies
  • Hardware Technology
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Multimedia
  • Linux
  • Photoshop
  • Red Hat
  • Systems Development
  • VR and AR development
  • Troubleshooting

Skill set/ Interests

Computer Engineers usually possess some of the following skills and interests:

  • Strong Technical skills
  • Logical Thinking
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving Ability
  • Sharp Memory
  • Attention to Detail
  • Abstract Thinking
  • Scientific bent of Mind

Major Entrance Exams

SET(Symbiosis Entrance Test)

Symbiosis International University, Pune

www.set-test.org

CUET(Christ University Entrance Test)

Christ University, Bangalore

www.christuniversity.in

IPU CET(IPU Common Entrance Test)

Indraprastha University, Delhi

www.ipu.ac.in

HP CET(HP Common Entrance Test)

Himachal Pradesh Technical University

www.himtu.ac.in

BUMAT(Management Aptitude Test)

BharatiVidyapeeth University, Pune

www.bvuniversity.edu.in

KALSEE(Kalinga Scholastic Entrance Exam)

Kalinga University, Raipur

www.kalingauniversity.ac.in

Top Colleges in India

The most premier institutes in India for pursuing courses in Computer Applications are as listed below:

College / University Entrance Exam Website
M S University, Baroda-Gujarat Based on 12th Marks www.msubaroda.ac.in
Jiwaji University, Gwalior Madhya Pradesh JUET www.jiwaji.edu
Jamia Hamdard University, Delhi Based on 12th Marks www.jamiahamdard.edu
Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Punjab Based on 12th Marks www.gndu.ac.in
Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune-Maharashtra BUMAT www.bvuniversity.edu.in
Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka CUET www.christuniversity.in
Panjab University, Chandigarh Based on 12th Marks www.puchd.ac.in
Rajasthan University, Jaipur Based on 12th Marks www.uniraj.ac.in
Indraprastha University, Delhi IPU-CET www.ipu.ac.in
Symbiosis International University, Pune SET www.sicsr.ac.in
University of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Based on 12th Marks www.lkouniv.ac.in
Gujarat University, Ahmedabad Based on 12th Marks www.gujaratuniversity.ac.in
Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab Based on 12th Marks www.punjabiuniversity.ac.in
BIT University, Mesra, Jharkhand Based on 12th Marks www.bitmesra.ac.in
University of Madras, Chennai Based on 12th Marks www.unom.ac.in

Top Colleges in Himachal Pradesh

Following is a list of top colleges of Himachal Pradesh providing courses in Computer Science:

College / University Entrance Exam Website
Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla Based on 12th Marks www.hpushimla.in
Chitkara University, Solan Based on 12th Marks www.chitkara.edu.in
Bahra University, Solan Based on 12th Marks www.bahrauniversity.edu.in
IEC University, Solan Based on 12th Marks www.iecuniversity.com
St. Bede’s College, Shimla Based on 12th Marks www.stbedescollege.in
Baddi University of Emerging Sciences & Technologies, Baddi Based on 12th Marks www.baddiuniv.ac.in
Bells Institute of Management & Technology, Shimla Based on 12th Marks
AP Goyal Shimla University, Shimla Based on 12th Marks www.agu.edu.in
Arni University, Kangra Based on 12th Marks www.arni.in
Indus International University, Una Based on 12th Marks www.iiuedu.in

Important Facts

  • For pursuing diploma in Computer Applications, the eligibility criteria are limited to class 10th only.