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The Himachal Pradesh University Masters in Computer Application Entrance Exam (HPU MCA Entrance Exam) is a University level MCA entrance exam. It is organized by Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) for admission to MCA in Department of Computer Science (HP University Shimla), and HPU Regional Centre Dharamshala. If you want to appear in HPU MCA exam then register before last date.
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HPU MCA Entrance Exam
The HPU MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Entrance Exam is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh University for admission to the MCA program. It is a highly competitive exam that assesses the candidates’ aptitude and knowledge in various areas of computer science and applications.
HPU MCA Important Date
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of HPU MCA Entrance Exam Application Form | As per HPU |
| Application Form Last Date | As per HPU |
| Admit Card Release Date | As per HPU |
| HPU MCA 2024 Exam Date | As per HPU |
| Last Year’s Exam Date | 17 June |
| Publication of Answer Key | As per HPU |
| HPU MCA Entrance Exam Result Announcement Date | As per HPU |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- They should have studied Mathematics as a subject in their 10+2 or graduation.
- The minimum qualifying percentage may vary each year and is determined by the university.
Application Process
- Candidates need to apply online through the official website of the Himachal Pradesh University.
- Fill in the required details, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee within the specified time.
HPU MCA Exam Pattern
The exam pattern is as follows
- Mode of Exam – The exam is a Offline test.
- Total Marks – Maximum marks in the exam is 100.
- Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 1.5 hours.
Scheme Of Examination And Curriculum
English shall be the medium of instruction and examination. The pass marks shall be 40% in each written paper and in the internal assessment separately, and 40% in viva-voce, project work and semester course and 50% in the aggregate subject to the conditions that aggregate shall be determined at the end of the examination. Other rules shall be as per the rules of the university.
a) Theory Papers
Each paper will be of 100 marks (75 marks for theory exam and 25 marks for internal assessment) and duration of each paper will be 3 hours. In each theory paper, nine questions are to be set. Two questions are to set from each Unit and candidate is required to attempt at least one question from each unit. Question number nine will be compulsory, which will be of short answer type with 5-10 parts, out of the entire syllabus. In all, five questions are to be attempted.
b) Practical Examination
Max. Marks: 100 (50 marks for practical and 50 marks for internal assessment).
Duration: 3 hours.
Conduct: Practical exam will be conducted by the external examiner from the panel proposed by the Chairman, Department of Computer Science, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla and duly approved by the concerned authorities of the Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla.
c) Project Work
In 2nd year (Fourth semester) the student has to develop one project, which will be evaluated by the external examiner from the panel submitted by Chairman, Department of Computer Science, Himachal Pradesh University, and duly approved by the university authority/evaluation branch, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla on the following basis:
System Development Project
System Design -100 Marks
Log Book and Interim Report -100 Marks
Seminars (2) -100 Marks
Project Report (3+1 Copies) -200 Marks
Viva-Voce -100 marks
Total -600 Marks
Preparation Strategies:
- Understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly.
- Create a study plan and allocate sufficient time for each subject/topic.
- Practice previous years’ question papers and sample papers to familiarize yourself with the exam format and improve time management skills.
- Use reference books and online resources to enhance your understanding of key concepts.
- Stay updated with current affairs and developments in the field of computer science.
Official Website
The official Website is admissions.hpushimla.in.
HPU MCA – Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | HPU MCA Entrance Exam |
| Full Form of HPU MCA Entrance Exam | Himachal Pradesh University Masters in Computer Application Entrance Exam |
| Organizing Body | HPU |
| Full Form of HPU | Himachal Pradesh University |
| Type of Exam | MCA Entrance Exam |
| Level of Exam | University |
| Region | Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | admissions.hpushimla.in |
| Courses Where Admission is Through HPU MCA Entrance Exam | MCA |
| Colleges Where Admission is Through HPU MCA Entrance Exam | Department of Computer Science (HP University Shimla), and HPU Regional Centre Dharamshala |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) /B.Sc. (Computer Science)/ B.Sc. (IT)/ BA(Computer Science)/ BA (IT) OR any Graduate |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 1.5 hours |
| Subjects in Question Paper | General logical ability & aptitude, Mathematics of +2 level, Computer Awareness |