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Online BCA Fees in India 2026 — All 20 Universities Compared
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Fee Comparison — All 20 Online BCA Programs
Sorted by total fees (cheapest first) by default. Filter by budget range to find programs within your means. Click any university to see the semester-wise breakdown.
| # | NAAC | Mode | Note | Details | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IGNOU Indira Gandhi National Open University | not-accredited | distance | ₹49,800 | ₹8,300 | Excludes exam fee ₹200/paper and practical fee | View |
| 2 | Shoolini Online Shoolini University | A+ | online | ₹83,000 | ₹13,833 | Pay-now component under the pay-after-placement option | View |
| 3 | KL Online KL University | A+ | online | ₹91,500 | ₹15,250 | One-time, at admission | View |
| 4 | GLA Online GLA University Not UGC-DEB listed | A+ | online | ₹99,800 | ₹16,633 | One-time, at admission | View |
| 5 | Parul Online Parul University | A++ | online | ₹1,11,000 | ₹18,500 | Confirmed from paruluniversity.online — verify before quoting as fees may be updated per session. | View |
| 6 | UU Online Uttaranchal University | A+ | online | ₹1,20,000 | ₹20,000 | Includes ₹2,500 examination fee | View |
| 7 | DPU-COL D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | A++ | online | ₹1,25,000 | ₹20,833 | ₹1,25,000 spread across 6 semesters; may vary by specialization | View |
| 8 | Manipal Online Manipal University Jaipur | A | online | ₹1,44,000 | ₹24,000 | Non-refundable; for Indian/SAARC students | View |
| 9 | LPU Online Lovely Professional University | A+ | online | ₹1,50,000 | ₹25,000 | Non-refundable; paid at admission | View |
| 10 | JAIN Online JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) | A++ | online | ₹1,50,000 | ₹25,000 | Specialized electives. CS & IT elective: ₹1,20,000. 15% off on one-time payment. | View |
| 11 | UPES Online UPES | A | online | ₹1,50,000 | ₹25,000 | Application fee is not included in the published fee block | View |
| 12 | Amity Online Amity University | A | online | ₹1,75,000 | ₹29,167 | Approximate — verify exact amount at amityonline.com | View |
| 13 | CU Online Chandigarh University | A+ | online | ₹1,77,000 | ₹29,500 | Standard fee; Early Bird: ₹23,600 | View |
| 14 | SPPU CDOE Savitribai Phule Pune University | A++ | distance | ≈ ₹45,000 Indicative | ₹7,500 | Annual fee reported as ₹8,000–₹15,000; the current CDOE fee card could not be read. | View |
| 15 | KUK CDOE Kurukshetra University | A++ | distance | ≈ ₹45,000 Indicative | ₹7,500 | Varies by mode and session — reported range is ₹20,000–₹50,000. | View |
| 16 | YCMOU Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University | not-accredited | distance | ≈ ₹68,520 Indicative | ₹11,420 | Reported total; not confirmed on the official portal. | View |
| 17 | Vignan Online Vignan University | A+ | online | ≈ ₹1,08,000 Indicative | ₹18,000 | Reported range is ₹1,08,000–₹1,20,000. | View |
| 18 | SRM Online SRM Institute of Science and Technology | A++ | online | ≈ ₹1,17,000 Indicative | ₹19,500 | Official range is ₹1,17,000–₹1,29,000 depending on specialization. | View |
| 19 | SASTRA Online SASTRA Deemed University | A++ | online | ≈ ₹1,50,000 Indicative | ₹25,000 | Figure published on the programme page; not re-confirmed in the current cycle. | View |
| 20 | Amrita AHEAD Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | A++ | online | ≈ ₹1,50,000 Indicative | ₹25,000 | Official page quotes about ₹1,50,000; excludes the ₹2,750/semester exam fee and ₹700 one-time registration. | View |
20 of 20 universities shown. Fees marked ≈ Indicative are not confirmed on an official fee page and are never used for “cheapest” claims. Verified fees were checked in October 2026. Per-semester is the listed semester tuition; where a university bills annually, it is the total divided by the number of semester rows, so one-time charges can make the real instalment higher.
What Does the Quoted Fee Include?
The biggest source of confusion around online BCA fees. Here's what is and isn't typically included in the advertised figure.
| Fee component | Included in quoted fee? |
|---|---|
| ✅ Tuition fee | Always included in the total fee figure |
| 📚 Study material / e-books | Included at most universities; a few charge separately (₹500–₹2,000/semester) |
| 📝 Exam / assessment fee | Often excluded — IGNOU charges ₹200/paper. Private universities mostly include it. |
| 💻 LMS / portal access fee | Always included — no additional charge |
| 🔬 Internship / practical fee | Usually included; verify per university if lab sessions are chargeable |
| 📋 One-time registration fee | ₹500–₹2,000 one-time charge at most private universities. Separate from semester fee. |
Always ask for a complete fee breakup from the university admissions team before paying. Request the "total cost to complete" figure including all charges — exam fees, registration, and any study material surcharges.
EMI & Installment Payment Options
Most universities allow semester-wise payment (every 6 months). Several also offer EMI through partner banks.
EMI options change frequently. Confirm current options directly with the university before enrollment.
Scholarships for Online BCA Students
Online BCA students from UGC-DEB approved universities are eligible for several government and university scholarships.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
GovernmentCentral Sector Scheme — merit-cum-means scholarship for students with family income < ₹8 LPA. Covers tuition + maintenance allowance. Open to online degree students from UGC-DEB approved universities.
https://scholarships.gov.in →State Government Scholarships
GovernmentMost states offer SC/ST/OBC scholarships for higher education including online degrees. Check your state's Social Welfare Department portal. Amount varies from ₹10,000–₹50,000/year.
University Merit Scholarships
UniversityMany private universities (Amity, Chandigarh, LPU) offer 10–30% tuition waivers for students with 85%+ in 10+2. Apply directly during admissions.
Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme
GovernmentFor wards of ex-servicemen and ex-coast guard personnel. ₹2,500–₹3,000/month for professional degree students including online degrees at UGC-DEB approved institutions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Online BCA fees, costs, and payment options.
Among fees we have confirmed on an official page, IGNOU is the cheapest at ₹49,800 (₹8,300 × 6 semesters) — a Parliamentary Act university with no minimum percentage or Maths requirement. Some programmes still have indicative totals that are not yet confirmed on an official fee card; those are labelled “≈ Indicative” and excluded from cheapest-fee claims. Among private universities, Shoolini lists ₹83,000 (₹9,000 per semester plus ₹29,000 after placement). GLA University lists ₹99,800 but is not in the UGC-DEB list, so we do not rank it.
Yes — the most common hidden costs are: (1) Exam fees charged per paper (IGNOU: ₹200/theory paper, ₹300-500/practical), (2) One-time registration fee (₹500–₹2,000) at private universities, (3) Study material or e-book charges at some universities. Always ask the university for a complete fee structure including all charges before enrolling.
Yes. Most universities structure fees semester-wise (every 6 months), which naturally provides an installment mechanism. Several private universities (Amity, Chandigarh, LPU, UPES) also offer EMI options via partner banks or NBFCs. Contact the university admissions team for current EMI partner options.
It depends on the university. At most private universities, the total fees include tuition, study material, and exams. At IGNOU, the semester fee (₹8,300) excludes exam fees (₹200/theory paper). Always read the full fee structure page on the official university website — not third-party aggregators.
IGNOU BCA is ₹49,800 total (6 semesters × ₹8,300), the lowest verified total in our list. Verified private-university totals start at ₹83,000 (Shoolini, part deferred until placement) and reach ₹1,77,000 (Chandigarh). Private programmes generally add specializations, structured online classes and placement support.
Yes. Students can apply for: (1) National Scholarship Portal (NSP) — merit-cum-means for income < ₹8 LPA, (2) State government SC/ST/OBC scholarships — check your state welfare portal, (3) University merit waivers — 10–30% at many private universities for 85%+ in 10+2, (4) PM Scholarship Scheme for ex-servicemen wards.
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