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Accredation
Accredited in A+ grade by National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Accredited in A+ grade by National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Accredation
UGC-entitled Online Degrees Equivalent to Campus Degree
UGC-entitled Online Degrees Equivalent to Campus Degree
Ranked 151-200
Amongst India’s Top #151-200 Universities in 2024
Amongst India’s Top #151-200 Universities in 2024
Accredation
AICTE Norms Compliant
AICTE Norms Compliant
Rank 1
Top Private University in North East
Top Private University in North East
Rank 15
Among Top Leading Universities Showcasing Entrepreneurial Spirit
Among Top Leading Universities Showcasing Entrepreneurial Spirit
Rank 6
Amongst Top 10 Multidisciplinary Universities in East Zone
Amongst Top 10 Multidisciplinary Universities in East Zone

Program benefits

Boost your career in IT

Boost your career in IT

Gain in-depth knowledge of the IT domain by leveraging new-age technologies and acquire the technical expertise needed to excel in various IT roles.

Advanced technical knowledge

Advanced technical knowledge

Gain proficiency in various subjects like bioinformatics, management information system, digital image processing, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and expert system.

Cutting-edge skills

Cutting-edge skills

Stay up to date with latest trends and tools in the field by gaining key skills like programming, software development, web development, and more.

Robust alumni network

Robust alumni network

Establish valuable connections with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and gain industry insights that can be invaluable while navigating the competitive job market. Get access to Sikkim Manipal University’s prestigious alumni network.

Fully online experience with campus immersion

Fully online experience with campus immersion

Benefit from a 100% online experience with zero compromise on quality through online enrollment, orientation, classes, assignments, projects, examinations, and career support. Get assistance from dedicated course mentors and 24×7 student support. Also, participate in exclusive campus events and interact with peers & faculty. 

Job roles to explore

Our online MCA program equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to establish a lucrative career in diverse job roles.

  • job-rolesDevOps
  • job-rolesQA Engineering
  • job-rolesSoftware Architecture
  • job-rolesWeb Development
  • job-rolesNetwork Engineering
  • job-rolesIT Architecture
  • job-rolesUI/UX Designing
  • job-rolesIT Project Management
  • job-rolesDatabase Administration
  • job-rolesSoftware Development
  • Cybersecurity
  • Cloud Computing
  • E-commerce
  • Gaming
  • Teaching and Academia
  • Information Technology
  • Manufacturing and Retail
  • Research and Development
  • Telecommunication

Program curriculum

24 months | 4 semesters | 15-20 hours/weeks | 80 credits

Semester 1

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Semester 3

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Get a prestigious degree

Globally recognized and widely accepted by governments and organizations, the online degrees offered by Sikkim Manipal University are at par with on-campus degrees and open doors to better professional opportunities.

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Fee & scholarships

Our flexi-payment options allow students to pay fees in hassle-free installments.

FULL COURSE FEE

USD 1,220

EACH SEMESTER

USD 305

scholarship

No-cost EMI

With our easy financing options, we let your learning take the spotlight without the stress of financing.

scholarship

Manipal scholarship scheme

Fee concession of 10% & 5% will be provided upon upfront payment of full program fee and annual fee respectively.

Who can apply

Educational qualification

Educational qualification

Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Applications/Computer Science/Information Technology from a recognized university/institution, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or other competent bodies

 

Candidates who have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from other streams like Science, Business Administration, Business Management, Arts & Humanities, Commerce, etc. are also eligible for MCA admission but they have to attend and complete a compulsory bridge course in fundamentals of computer and IT along with their Semester 1 courses. Additionally, candidates who have not studied mathematics during their 10 + 2/ bachelor’s degree programs must attend and complete a compulsory bridge course in mathematics along with other semester 1 courses.

 

Grades

Grades

Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation (45% for reserved categories).

Educational qualification

Educational qualification

Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Applications/Computer Science/Information Technology from a recognized university/institution, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or other competent bodies.

 

Candidates who have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from other streams like Science, Business Administration, Business Management, Arts & Humanities, Commerce, etc. are also eligible for MCA admission but they have to attend and complete a compulsory bridge course in fundamentals of computer and IT along with their Semester 1 courses. Additionally, candidates who have not studied mathematics during their 10 + 2/ bachelor’s degree programs must attend and complete a compulsory bridge course in mathematics along with other semester 1 courses.

 

Candidates who have completed their 10+2 or graduate level education outside India must produce a certificate of equivalence issued by the Association of Indian Universities.

 

Grades

Grades

Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation.

 

Other requirements

Other requirements

Candidates who are not Indian citizens or residing outside India and holding NRE or PIO status will be billed an international fee for respective degrees & may need to submit documents mentioned but not limited to CV, address proof, valid visa, PR card & passport copy as part of the application process.

Admission process

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Meet your faculty

Dr. Sourav Dhar
Dr. Sourav Dhar Professor & Director MTech, Ph.D.
Dr. Kushal Pokhrel
Dr. Kushal Pokhrel Associate Professor & Deputy Director MTech, Ph.D.
Mr. Arun Chaudhary
Mr. Arun Chaudhary Assistant Professor B.E, MTech
Mr. Tirupati Bhattacharya
Mr. Tirupati Bhattacharya Assistant Professor BCA, MCA, MTech
Mr. Ajay Prasad
Mr. Ajay Prasad Assistant Professor BTech, MTech
Mr. Niraj Sapkota
Mr. Niraj Sapkota Adjunct Faculty B.Sc., M.Sc.
Dr. Sourav Dhar Professor & Director MTech, Ph.D.

Dr. Sourav Dhar is an engineer and academician by profession. He received PhD (Engineering) in 2013. Since 2003, he has been associated with the Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, India, and executed different academic and administrative responsibilities. He was a Professor and Head of the ECE Department, SMIT from 2019 to 2023. As Professor and Director, he has taken the responsibilities of the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), Sikkim Manipal University since September 2023. His current research interests include 6G communication, cloud computing, IoT, WSN, remote sensing, and microwave filter design. He is a senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) (IEEE-GRSS society) and a life member of the Institution of Engineers (India)(IEI). He has published more than 60 research papers in several SCI/Scopus-indexed international journals and conference proceedings and guided several PhD scholars. Currently, four research scholars are working under his supervision at SMU. He has completed a sponsored project on microwave filter design as Principal Investigator.

Dr. Kushal Pokhrel Associate Professor & Deputy Director MTech, Ph.D.

Dr. Kushal Pokhrel graduated with his Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication from the University of Mumbai in 2003, and an MTech in Digital Electronics and Advanced Communication from SMU in 2005. He was awarded PhD from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SMU in 2021. He has a teaching experience of over 19 years alongside academic administration. Born in Gangtok, Sikkim he has an avid interest in computer networking and electronic devices. He has been teaching in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, SMU as an Associate Professor and is currently posted as Associate Professor and Deputy Director at CDOE, SMU.

Mr. Arun Chaudhary Assistant Professor B.E, MTech

Mr. Arun Chaudhary is currently working as an Assistant Professor at SMU-CDOE, Sikkim, India. He has completed Masters in Information Technology with specialization in Wireless Communication and Computing from IIIT, Allahabad. He did his graduation in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with specialization in Communication. He has a 13 years teaching experience in Open and distance education and 6 years in regular mode of education. His areas of research and interest includes - deep learning and causal reasoning. He enjoys exploring and using various tools applied for Data Science.

Mr. Tirupati Bhattacharya Assistant Professor BCA, MCA, MTech

Mr. Tirupati Bhattacharya is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University. He has completed his Master of Technology (MTech), and PG Diploma in Remote Sensing & GIS from Jadavpur University, Kolkata followed by an MCA and BCA from Sikkim Manipal University. Previously he worked as a Group ‘B’ in the Central Government Research Organisation in the domain of (ICT)Information Communication Technology System Management.

Mr. Ajay Prasad Assistant Professor BTech, MTech

Mr. Ajay Prasad is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University. He has more than 9 years of teaching experience. He is pursuing a Ph.D. from Sikkim Manipal University in the Computer Science and Engineering Department on Delay Tolerant Networks. He specializes in Computer Networks and Database Management Systems. He has multiple research papers at National and International conferences and has been credited for research publications indexed in highly reputed journals.

Mr. Niraj Sapkota Adjunct Faculty B.Sc., M.Sc.

Mr. Niraj Sapkota is an Adjunct Faculty at the Sikkim Manipal University. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim Manipal University, India. Mr. Sapkota has authored numerous research papers published in reputable international journals and conference proceedings. He has actively participated in various national and international conferences, presenting his research findings. Additionally, he has mentored several Mathematical Summer Camps, including MTTS and INMOTC, for both college and school students. Mr. Sapkota is a dedicated member of the Sikkim Mathematical Society, where he has organized and facilitated numerous workshops. He frequently serves as a resource person in workshops and camps, delivering lectures in many Invited Talks. Mr. Sapkota is also proficient in LaTeX, Python, and C++, showcasing his enthusiasm for computer programming.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the eligibility for online MCA? 

Educational qualification

  • Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Applications/Computer Science/Information Technology from a recognized university/institution, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or other competent bodies.
  • Candidates who have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from other streams like Science, Business Administration, Business Management, Arts & Humanities, Commerce, etc. are also eligible for MCA admission but they have to attend and complete a compulsory bridge course in fundamentals of computer and IT along with their Semester 1 courses. Additionally, candidates who have not studied mathematics during their 10 + 2/ bachelor’s degree programs must attend and complete a compulsory bridge course in mathematics along with other semester 1 courses.
  • Candidates who have completed their 10+2 or graduate level education outside India must produce a certificate of equivalence issued by the Association of Indian Universities.

Grades

  • Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation.

Other requirements

  • Candidates who are not Indian citizens or residing outside India and holding NRE or PIO status will be billed an international fee for respective degrees & may need to submit documents mentioned but not limited to CV, address proof, valid visa, PR card & passport copy as part of the application process.

What is the application process for online degrees at Sikkim Manipal University? 

The application process is completely online and applications can be submitted at www.onlinemanipal.com by providing the required details. If you need further assistance, then you can reach out to our admission counsellors at +91-7996 799 900 and they will assist you with the application process.

What are the documents required for admission into Sikkim Manipal University’s online degree programs? 

Mandatory documents: 

  • Proof of identity – Aadhaar card (mandatory for Indian citizens) 
  • Proof of address – Aadhaar card, passport, voter’s ID, gas bill, bank statement, post-paid mobile statement 
  • Class 10 & 12 marksheet. 
  • Graduation marksheet (for PG students) 

Non-mandatory documents: 

  • Graduation degree certificate for PG students 
  • Scholarship documents 
  • Defense Service certificate 
  • Divyaang certificate 
  • Reserved Category certificate 
  • Government ID card 

What is the selection process?

All applications will be evaluated for eligibility by the admissions team of Sikkim Manipal University. In case the university requires further clarification or documents, the candidate will be intimated via email, SMS or phone. Final decision regarding selection will be notified to the candidate within five working days of submitting the application.

How will I know about the status of my admission? 

Once a decision has been taken on the application submitted, the status of admission would be intimated to the candidate via email and SMS. 

How are Sikkim Manipal University’s online degree programs delivered? 

Sikkim Manipal University’s online programs are delivered in a 100% online mode so that students can attend live classes and complete the program remotely, while also pursuing their professional and personal commitments in parallel. 

Will the program have live lectures and webinars? 

Yes. The program is delivered through a mix of live lectures, pre- recorded videos and discussion forums in which students can interact directly with faculty and self-paced learning. Self-paced learning is driven by video lectures, e-books, quizzes, and assignments that are delivered using a state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS).

Are there any mandatory sessions? 

Students are expected to attend live classes, watch recorded sessions, and go through at least 75% of the self-learning content (reading material and video lectures) available on LMS. This would ensure they are eligible to appear for the final exams. 

When will I get access to the learning modules? 

After admission is confirmed by the university, students will receive access to the Learning Management System (LMS), student portal and e-library. Students can then start accessing the course material and begin their learning journey. 

What are some key subjects in the online MCA curriculum?

The online BA curriculum offered by Sikkim Manipal University covers important subjects like advanced Java programming, software engineering & unified modelling language, mobile application development, and design & analysis of algorithms.

What are the study materials given to learners of online degree programs at Sikkim Manipal University? 

Students are given access to an exhaustive e-library, video lectures, audio-visual interactive material, virtual classroom sessions, audio podcasts, virtual simulations, and self-assessment quizzes or tests. Students are free to download e-books and print them for convenience. 

How much time should I dedicate to complete the learning activities? 

Although the learning is flexible, students are expected to spend at least 15-20 hours per week watching concept videos, reading learning material, attempting quizzes, and attending live webinars. This would ensure that you get your degree within the minimum duration. 

How can I get my academic queries answered? 

Students will be assigned dedicated course mentors and coordinators who can be contacted to clarify doubts using discussion forums, instant messaging, and email on the Learning Management System (LMS). 

What is the examination pattern for online degrees at Sikkim Manipal University? 

  • The University term-end examination (TEE) will be held digitally viz. computer-based and online proctored.
  • Candidates can appear for the exams from the comfort of their homes.
  • The details of the examination schedule will be made available in the photo admit card. Other details on the examination pattern are available in the program guide provided to students.
  • Examination results will be published on the student portal. If a student fails to clear any of the papers (either in UE or IA or both), he must re-appear by applying to the University through the re-sitting application along with relevant fees, within the due date.
  • On satisfying all criteria stipulated by the University, successful students will be awarded their respective program degree by the University.

What is the evaluation & assessment pattern? 

  • A student’s performance evaluation will be based on both continuous assessments (CA) through assignments and term-end examinations (TEE) which consist of descriptive and multiple-choice questions. A student must score at least 40% in each of these to be declared as having passed the exam. The assessment ratio of TEE to CA is 70:30.
  • A student must score at least 40% in both the parts to be declared as having passed.

What is an online MCA?

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) is a two-year postgraduate program for students interested in the field of information technology. Sikkim Manipal University’s online MCA is recognized at par with any other on-campus MCA degree.

What is the course duration of online MCA? 

Online MCA is a two-year postgraduate program. It is divided into four semesters. The maximum duration for the completion of the program is 4 years.

Can I get a placement offer by doing online MCA? 

Yes, Sikkim Manipal University’s online MCA degrees are UGC-entitled and are accepted by governments, corporate organizations, and higher education institutions.

Does WES (World Education Services) evaluate online degrees from Sikkim Manipal University?

Sikkim Manipal University degrees issued after 2016 are evaluated by WES (World Education Services).

Is this online MCA program complaint with AICTE norms?

Yes, this MCA program is compliant with AICTE norms. However, as per the University Grants Commission (UGC), Central, State and Private Universities offering Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Postgraduate Diploma programs under the disciplines of Management, Computer Applications and Travel & Tourism in online mode do not require AICTE approval.

What are the highlights of online degree programs at Sikkim Manipal University?

Here are the highlights of Sikkim Manipal University’s online programs-

  • Flexible class schedule to suit working professionals.
  • Experienced faculty, expertly designed curriculum & interactive pedagogy.
  • State-of-the-art LMS with vast e-library, live classes, and on-demand video lectures.
  • Opportunity to be a part of SMU’s prestigious alumni network.

Will I have access to Sikkim Manipal University’s alumni network? 

Yes. Students of online degree programs will join Sikkim Manipal University’s alumni network with all associated privileges. As an alumnus, they can interact with peers and build their professional and personal network with professionals from across the globe. They will be given access to Sikkim Manipal University alumni portal. 

What are the different jobs a graduate can take up after online MCA?

  • Full stack developer
  • Database programmer
  • Software engineer
  • Cloud architect
  • Network engineer
  • IT architect
  • Software consultant

Can students take online examinations from any device?

Students can take up online examinations from any desktop/laptop with a Windows Operating System only. The Safe Exam Browser (exam portal) is not compatible with iOS devices.

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