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The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at Surana College (Autonomous), Bangalore is a two-year full-time postgraduate program established in 2000, offered at the Kengeri Campus. The program is approved by AICTE, affiliated to Bangalore University, and has been accredited by NBA for three years (January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028). With a seat intake of 120 students, the program offers two specialisation tracks: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) and Cloud Computing. The total fee for the program is Rs. 4 lakh for the full two-year course. The MCA program is popular for its industry-oriented curriculum, strong placement support, and its focus on emerging technologies such as AI, ML, cloud computing, and full-stack development, making it a preferred choice for students seeking careers in the IT sector in Bangalore.

PG Admissions for 2026-27 are currently open at Surana College. Candidates applying under the government quota must appear for Karnataka PGCET (K-PGCET) conducted by KEA, while candidates applying under the management quota must appear for the KMAT (Karnataka Management Aptitude Test). Based on the 2025-26 pattern, PGCET counselling was conducted in September-October 2025, and the batch commenced in October 2025. For 2026-27, PGCET registration is tentatively expected to open in April 2026, with the exam in June 2026 and counselling in August-October 2026.

Key Points

The MCA program at Surana College has been accredited by NBA for three years (January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028), making it one of the few NBA-accredited MCA programs in Bangalore.
The department has secured 12 university ranks and 3 gold medals at Bangalore University level.
Seat intake is 120 students per batch, with seats allocated through government quota (PGCET) and management quota (KMAT).
Two specialisation tracks are available from Semester III: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) and Cloud Computing.
The Sadhana IT Club, established in 2005-06, conducts weekly events including aptitude tests, hackathons, mock interviews, and product launches to enhance industry readiness.
Value-added certificate programs include Cybersecurity from PaloAlto, Python Full Stack Development, Cloud Foundation using AWS, and Data Visualization using Tableau.
The department conducts a 3-day KWEC (Kapoor's Workshop for Effective Communication) workshop twice a year for soft skills development.
Annual industrial visits are organised in association with eMudhra for final-year students.

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Surana MCA Fees

The total tuition fee for the MCA program at Surana College is Rs. 4 lakh for the full two-year course (Rs. 2 lakh per year). The fee is the same across all specialisations. Additional charges such as examination fees and other institutional charges may apply each semester. Hostel accommodation is available off-campus and is not mandatory.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	2,00,000
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	2,00,000
Total Tuition Fee (2 Years)	4,00,000

Examination fees, library fees, and other institutional charges are payable separately as applicable each semester.
Hostel fee: Rs. 3,999/month (off-campus); Mess fee: Rs. 6,000/month (off-campus) - not mandatory.
The full course fee is to be paid at the time of admission to avail any applicable scholarships.
Fee concessions are available for SC/ST candidates and students from Surana Educational Institutions (SEI) alumni families.

Surana MCA Admission 2026

Admissions to the MCA program at Surana College are conducted through two routes: government quota seats are filled through Karnataka PGCET (K-PGCET) counselling conducted by KEA, while management quota seats are filled based on KMAT scores. For 2026-27, PGCET registration is tentatively expected to open in April 2026. Candidates are advised to register for PGCET/KMAT early and keep track of KEA counselling schedules.

Surana College MCA Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
PG Admissions Open	March 2026 (Ongoing)
PGCET Registration Start	April 26, 2026 (Tentative)
PGCET Registration End	May 15, 2026 (Tentative)
PGCET Exam Date	June 24, 2026 (Tentative)
PGCET Result	August 8, 2026 (Tentative)
KEA Counselling / Option Entry	August - October 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	October 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Session	Registration	Exam Date	Result
Karnataka PGCET (K-PGCET) 2026	Single	Apr 26 - May 15, 2026 (Tentative)	June 24, 2026 (Tentative)	August 8, 2026 (Tentative)
KMAT 2026	Session 1	Dec 12, 2025 - Feb 5, 2026	February 22, 2026	February 28, 2026 (Tentative)
KMAT 2026	Session 2	Apr 1 - Jun 1, 2026 (Tentative)	June 18, 2026 (Tentative)	June 18, 2026 (Tentative)

K-PGCET is for government quota seats; KMAT is for management quota seats. All dates are tentative and subject to official notification by KEA and KMAT authorities.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Any graduate degree of minimum 3 years duration (10+2+3 pattern) from a recognised university.
Mathematics or Statistics as a subject at PUC (10+2) level or at graduation level.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks at graduation level (45% for reserved category candidates from Karnataka).

Admission Process

For government quota: Register and appear for Karnataka PGCET (K-PGCET) conducted by KEA at kea.kar.nic.in.
For management quota: Register and appear for KMAT conducted by KPPGCA at kmatindia.com.
Participate in KEA counselling (for PGCET) or apply directly to Surana College (for management quota/KMAT).
Submit required documents including graduation marksheets, degree certificate, PGCET/KMAT scorecard, and category certificate (if applicable).
Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.
Classes are conducted at the Kengeri Campus of Surana College (Autonomous).

Surana MCA Scholarships 2026

Surana College offers multiple scholarship schemes for students, primarily at the entry level. The scholarships are designed to support meritorious students, economically weaker sections, SC/ST candidates, and students from the Surana Educational Institutions family. The full course fee must be paid at the time of admission to avail any applicable scholarship. Scholarships are available only at the entry level (first year of admission).

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Amount (Rs.)
SEI Samudaya Scholarship (SEISDS) - for students from SEI institutions	90% and above in qualifying exam	2,000
SEI Samudaya Scholarship (SEISDS) - for students from SEI institutions	80% - 89% in qualifying exam	1,500
SEI Samudaya Scholarship (SEISDS) - for students from SEI institutions	60% - 79% in qualifying exam	1,000
SEI-Samarthan and EWS Scholarship (SEISS)	Teachers/Defence/Single Parent children or EWS (income less than Rs. 1 lakh/year), min. 60% marks	Up to 3,000
SEI Social Welfare Scholarship (SEISWS)	SC/ST Category-1, income less than Rs. 2 lakh/year, min. 60% marks	5,000 (BCA equivalent; PG amount subject to management decision)
SEI Udaan Scholarship	Excellence in Sports/Cultural activities	Fee concession (25% to 75% of fee payable, based on achievement level)
SEI Staff Children Concession	Children of SEI staff	50% to 80% concession on tuition fees
Alumni Children/Siblings Concession	Children or siblings of Surana College alumni	Up to 50% concession on tuition fees

The SEI Samudaya Scholarship is applicable within 15 days from the date of results.
All scholarships are available only at the entry level and require full fee payment at the time of admission.
SC/ST scholarship requires submission of caste certificate and income certificate from the appropriate authority.
EWS scholarship requires submission of Annual Income Certificate (income less than Rs. 1 lakh) from the appropriate authority.
Students may also be eligible for Government of Karnataka post-matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC categories through the UUCMS portal.

Surana MCA Placement 2026

The MCA Department at Surana College has a dedicated placement cell that actively engages with IT companies for on-campus and off-campus recruitment. The department provides structured pre-placement training through industry partners including QSpiders and Palle Technologies. For AY 2024-25, 32 students were placed across companies including TCS, QSpiders, Dyashin Technosoft, Opinion Bunch, and Diya Edu Labs. The highest package offered across PG programs at Surana College is 16.41 LPA and the average package is 5.7 LPA. The department continues to expand its corporate network with key recruiters including CGI, Turing Minds, Cordis.us, Elecsis InfoTech, Federal Bank, Coreflex Solutions, Agile Point, Kramah Software, Everest IMS, and Vegam.IO.

Placement Statistics

Placement Metric	Details (AY 2024-25)
Students Placed	32
Highest Package (PG Programs)	16.41 LPA
Average Package (PG Programs)	5.7 LPA
Key Recruiters	TCS, QSpiders, Dyashin Technosoft, CGI, Federal Bank, Agile Point
Placement Mode	On-Campus and Off-Campus

Placement figures for AY 2024-25 are specific to the MCA department. Overall college-level highest package is 16.41 LPA across all PG programs.

Surana College Bangalore MCA Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#116 out of 251 in India 2025

#19th in Bangalore

#21 in Karnataka

Indiatoday Ranking

#64 out of 193 in India 2025

#12th in Bangalore

#14 in Karnataka

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Surana MCA FAQs

Q1. What is the difference between the AI/ML and Cloud Computing specialisations in MCA at Surana College?

Ans. The AI/ML specialisation focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Big Data Analytics, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, and Generative AI. The Cloud Computing specialisation covers Cloud Networking, Parallel and Distributed Computing, Cloud Platforms, DevOps for Cloud, and Emerging Trends in Cloud Computing. Both tracks share a common foundation in Semester I and II, and the specialisation begins from Semester III. Students should choose based on their career interest: AI/ML for data science and AI roles, and Cloud Computing for cloud architecture and DevOps roles.

Q2. Is the MCA from Surana College NBA accredited, and what does that mean for students?

Ans. Yes, the MCA program at Surana College has been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for three years from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028. NBA accreditation is a quality certification that validates the program's curriculum, faculty, infrastructure, and outcomes against national standards. For students, it means the degree is recognised for quality by a national body, which can be an advantage during placements and for higher studies abroad.

Q3. How are government quota and management quota seats different for MCA admission at Surana College?

Ans. Government quota seats (approximately 50% of intake) are filled through Karnataka PGCET (K-PGCET) conducted by KEA. Candidates must register for PGCET, appear for the exam, and participate in KEA's centralised counselling. Management quota seats are filled based on KMAT scores, and candidates can apply directly to Surana College after qualifying KMAT. The fee structure is the same for both quotas.

Q4. What pre-placement training does the MCA department provide?

Ans. The MCA department provides structured pre-placement training through industry partners QSpiders and Palle Technologies. Training includes aptitude tests, coding practice, technical mock interviews, soft skills sessions, and resume-building workshops. The Sadhana IT Club conducts weekly events including hackathons, group discussions, and panel discussions. Additionally, the KWEC (Kapoor's Workshop for Effective Communication) is conducted twice a year as a 3-day intensive soft skills workshop.

Q5. What value-added certifications can MCA students pursue at Surana College?

Ans. MCA students can pursue several value-added certificate programs including Cybersecurity from PaloAlto, Python Full Stack Development, Cloud Foundation using AWS, Data Visualization using Tableau, Web Application Development using Django, React.js, Android Application Development, and Advanced MySQL. The department also encourages students to obtain professional certifications such as AWS, Oracle, and Microsoft certifications to enhance employability.

Q6. What is the typical career path for MCA graduates from Surana College?

Ans. MCA graduates from Surana College typically secure roles in software development, cloud computing, DevOps, data analytics, AI/ML engineering, and IT services. Key recruiters include TCS, CGI, Federal Bank, Agile Point, Cordis.us, and Elecsis InfoTech. Graduates can also pursue higher studies such as M.Tech or PhD in Computer Science. The growing IT ecosystem in Bangalore provides strong employment opportunities, and the NBA-accredited degree from an autonomous college affiliated to Bangalore University is well-recognised by employers.