Bachelor of Computer Application (B.C.A)
Education goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. We believe in empowering students to explore their passions challenge conventions.
Prerna College offers a comprehensive BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) programme — an AICTE-approved undergraduate degree designed to inspire learning, technical innovation, and real-world IT application. Carefully crafted to blend theoretical computer science with hands-on programming and software development, the BCA programme equips students with the practical skills needed to excel in today’s fast-evolving technology industry. With guidance from experienced faculty, access to fully equipped computer labs, ICT-enabled classrooms, internet-connected workstations, a library with DELNET and NDLI e-resources, and a dedicated Career Guidance & Placement Cell, BCA students at Prerna College are empowered to become software developers, web developers, system analysts, and IT professionals.
Program Highlight
Bachelor of Computer Application (B.C.A)
Typical Program Structure
- Course Name: Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
- Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)/ 4 Years (8 Semesters)
- Mode: Full-time undergraduate program
- Eligibility:12th pass (any stream) from a recognized board
Program Objectives
The primary objective of this program is to provide a foundation of computing principles for effectively using information systems and enterprise software.
It helps students analyze the requirements for system programming and exposes students to information systems.
This programme provides students with options to specialize in various software systems.
To produce outstanding Computer Scientists who can apply the theoretical knowledge into practice in the real world and develop standalone live projects themselves.
To provide an opportunity for the study of modern methods of information processing and its applications.
To develop among students the programming techniques and the problem-solving skills through programming.
To prepare students who wish to go on to further studies in computer science and related subjects.
To acquaint students with working effectively with a range of current, standard
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
Discipline knowledge
Acquiring knowledge on the basics of Computer Science and the ability to apply design principles in the development of solutions for problems of varying complexity.
Problem Solving
Improved reasoning with strong mathematical ability to identify, formulate, and analyze problems related to computer science, and exhibiting a sound knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
Design and Development of Solutions
Ability to design and develop algorithmic solutions to real-world problems.
Programming a computer
Exhibiting strong skills required to program a computer for various issues and problems of day-to-day scientific applications.
Application Systems Knowledge
Possessing a minimum knowledge to practice existing computer application software.
Communication
Must have a reasonably good knowledge of communication, both oral and written.
Ethics on Profession, Environment and Society
Exhibiting professional ethics to maintain the integrity in a working environment and have concern for societal impacts due to computer- based solutions for problems.
Lifelong Learning
Should become an independent learner. So, learn to learn ability
Motivation to take up Higher Studies
Inspiration to continue education towards advanced studies in Computer Science.
Semester-Wise Subject Breakdown Summary
| Subject / Paper | Semester | Type |
|---|---|---|
| YEAR 1 — SEMESTER I & II — FOUNDATIONS | ||
| Programming in C (Fundamentals & Structured Programming) | Sem I | Theory + Practical |
| Mathematics – I (Algebra, Discrete Maths & Logic) | Sem I | Theory |
| Computer Fundamentals & Office Automation | Sem I | Theory + Practical |
| Communication Skills & Language Paper | Sem I–II | Compulsory |
| Environmental Studies | Sem I–II | Compulsory |
| Object-Oriented Programming Using C++ | Sem II | Theory + Practical |
| Mathematics – II (Statistics & Numerical Methods) | Sem II | Theory |
| PC Maintenance & Troubleshooting | Sem II | Theory + Practical |
| YEAR 2 — SEMESTER III & IV — CORE APPLICATIONS | ||
| Data Structures Using C/C++ | Sem III | Theory + Practical |
| Database Management Systems & SQL | Sem III | Theory + Practical |
| Java Programming – Core & Advanced | Sem III–IV | Theory + Practical |
| Operating Systems (Unix/Linux) | Sem III | Theory + Practical |
| Computer Networks & Internet Technologies | Sem IV | Theory + Practical |
| Web Technologies – HTML, CSS, JavaScript & PHP | Sem IV | Theory + Practical |
| Accounting & Financial Management (for BCA) | Sem IV | Theory |
| YEAR 3 — SEMESTER V & VI — ADVANCED & PROJECT | ||
| Software Engineering & Project Management | Sem V | Theory |
| Python Programming & Data Analysis | Sem V | Theory + Practical |
| Advanced DBMS & PL/SQL | Sem V | Theory + Practical |
| Multimedia & Web Design (Advanced) | Sem V | Theory + Practical |
| Elective – Android Development / Cloud Computing / Cybersecurity | Sem VI | Elective |
| Final Year Project (Software Development) | Sem VI | Project |
| Viva Voce (Project Defence & Practical Exam) | Sem VI | Oral Exam |
Year-Wise Learning Focus
Year 1 & 2 — Core CS & Applications
- C, C++ — structured & object-oriented programming fundamentals
- Data Structures — arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, sorting
- DBMS — relational model, SQL queries, normalization, transactions
- Java — OOP, exception handling, collections, JDBC
- OS — process management, memory, Unix/Linux commands
- Networks — OSI model, TCP/IP, IP addressing, LAN/WAN
Year 3 — Advanced Development & Project
- Web Technologies — HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL
- Python — scripting, NumPy, Pandas, data analysis basics
- Software Engineering — SDLC, UML, Agile & project management
- Advanced DBMS — PL/SQL, stored procedures & triggers
- Elective options — Android Dev / Cloud Computing / Cybersecurity
- Full final-year software project with documentation & viva voce
| Regular Students | Required Credits |
|---|---|
| Core Courses | 30 Credits |
| Science (S) Core | 30 Credits |
| Business (B) Core | 3 Credits |
| GPA | 3 Credits |
| Total | 90 Credits |
The Science (S) Core develops a strong foundation in scientific principles, analytical thinking, and evidence-based problem-solving These courses introduce students to the fundamental concepts of the natural world while strengthening their abilities to observe, experiment.
| Semester 1 | Courses Code | Core Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundations in Communication & Critical Thinking (12 Required Credits) | IBS301 | International Business Management | 3 Credits |
| BUS109 | Introduction to Microeconomics | 3 Credits | |
| MKT200B | Principles of Marketing | 3 Credits | |
| BUS308B | Strategic Management | 3 Credits | |
| Accounting | BUS325B | Introduction to Operations Management & Decision Science | 3 Credits |
| FIN305 | Introduction to Corporate Finance | 3 Credits | |
| BUS110 | Introduction to Macroeconomics | 3 Credits | |
| ACC101 | Introduction to Accounting | 3 Credits | |
| Management | BUS100A | Introduction to Business | 3 Credits |
| BUS211C | People and Organization | 3 Credits |
Science (S) Core
The Science (S) Core develops a strong foundation in scientific principles, analytical thinking, and evidence-based problem-solving These courses introduce students to the fundamental concepts of the natural world while strengthening their abilities to observe, experiment.
| Semester 2 | Courses Code | Science | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Science | PHY 101 | Conceptual Physics | 3 Credits |
| BIO 105 | Introduction to Life Sciences | 3 Credits | |
| PHY 101 | Introduction to Physical Science | 3 Credits | |
| ENV 110 | Environmental Science | 3 Credits | |
| Technology | CS 101 | Digital Foundations and Applied Programming | 3 Credits |
| TECH 205 | Management Information Systems (MIS) | 3 Credits | |
| ENGR 100 | Introduction to Engineering Principles | 3 Credits | |
| DATA 210 | Data Management and Visualization | 3 Credits | |
| Mathematics | MATH 115 | College Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 Credits |
| STAT 201 | Probability and Statistics | 3 Credits |
Business (B) Core
The Business Core, requiring 30 credits (typically eleven 3-credit courses), is the largest component of the foundational curriculum. It ensures students gain a comprehensive, interdisciplinary understanding of the functional areas necessary to operate and manage an organization.
| Semester 3 | Courses Code | Business Core | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance | IBS301 | International Business Management | 3 Credits |
| BUS109 | Introduction to Microeconomics | 3 Credits | |
| MKT200B | Principles of Marketing | 3 Credits | |
| BUS308B | Strategic Management | 3 Credits | |
| Accounting | BUS325B | Introduction to Operations Management & Decision Science | 3 Credits |
| FIN305 | Introduction to Corporate Finance | 3 Credits | |
| BUS110 | Introduction to Macroeconomics | 3 Credits | |
| ACC101 | Introduction to Accounting | 3 Credits | |
| Management | BUS100A | Introduction to Business | 3 Credits |
| BUS211C | People and Organization | 3 Credits |
Dr Liladhar Rewatkar
M. Sc. (CS), M. Phil. (CS), Ph.D.
Head, Senior Assistant Professor (Grade 11)
Dr Debasis Das
MCA, M. Sc., MBA, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor
Dr Avinash Hedaoo
M. Sc. (CS), Ph. D. SET
Assistant Professor
Dr Vijay Nikam
MCA, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor
Mr. Chandrashekhar Tople
M.Sc. [CS], SET, B. Ed
Assistant Professor
Ms. Priyanka Chandawar
MCA, NET
Assistant Professor
Ms. Poorva Wagh
MCA, M. Sc. NET
Assistant Professor
Ms. Sharvari Ramteke
M. Sc. (CS) NET
Assistant Professor
Mr. Ajay Nanwatkar
MCA,SET
Assistant Professor
Ms. Neha Samundre
MCM, M. Sc.
Assistant Professor
Ms. Rupali Surve
M. Sc. (CS) M.Phil. B. Ed.
Assistant Professor
Ms. Rajshree K. Akare
MCA
Assistant Professor
Ms. Mrunali A.Nikure
M. Sc. (CS)
Assistant Professor
Ms. Anamika Bhagat
M. Sc. (CS), SET
Assistant Professor
Ms. Nancy Purohit
M. Sc. (CS), MGSC
Assistant Professor
Ms. Shikha Gajbhiye
M. Sc. (Maths)
Assistant Professor
Ms Naina Khokad
MCA
Assistant Professor
Ms. Harshita Nagpure
M. Sc. (CS)
Assistant Professor
Ms. Sneha Ambekar
MCA
Assistant Professor
Ms. Nayana Puri
B. E.
Assistant Professor
Ms. Jyoti Yadav
M. Sc. (Stats)
Assistant Professor
Ms. Mansi Dhenge
MCA
Assistant Professor
Ms. Gitanjali Kale
M. Sc. (CS)
Assistant Professor
Ms. Neha Samundre
MCM, M. Sc.
Assistant Professor
Publication
| Sr.No. | Year | Title of Papers | DOI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
2025 |
Rewatkar L & Awasare P. ‘Customer Churn Prediction from Large Datasets in Python’, STAP Journal, Vol. 11(3), 2025, pp.300-305. |
https://doi.org/24.20089.STAPS.2025.V11.3.01630 |
|
2 |
2025 |
Rewatkar L & Choudhary S. ‘Predicting Disease Outbreak from Healthcare Data Using Python’, STAP Journal, Vol. 11(3), 2025, pp.306-313. |
https://doi.org/24.20089.STAPS.2025.V11.3.01631 |
|
3 |
2025 |
Rewatkar L & Gaikwad S. ‘Customer Purchase Pattern Analysis in Retail Using Power BI’, STAP Journal, Vol. 11(3), 2025, pp.314-322. |
https://doi.org/24.20089.STAPS.2025.V11.3.01632 |
|
4 |
2025 |
Rewatkar L & Rokde S. ‘Visualizing an Interactive Sentiment Analysis Dashboard for Social Media Data with Python’, STAP Journal, Vol. 11(3), 2025, pp.323-329. |
https://doi.org/24.20089.STAPS.2025.V11.3.01633 |
|
5 |
2025 |
Rewatkar L & Khadatkar T. ‘Cloud-based Data Lake Implementation Using Python’, STAP Journal, Vol. 11(3), 2025, pp.330-337 |
https://doi.org/24.20089.STAPS.2025.V11.3.01634 |
| Sr.No | Faculty Name | Books Titles | National / International | ISBN | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Dr Liladhar Rewatkar, Dr Nirzar Kulkarni, Dr Ujwal Lanjewar & Dr Manjiri Pathak |
Computer Application in Business |
National |
978-93-91322-82-3 |
Alliance & Co., Nagpur |
|
2 |
Dr Liladhar Rewatkar, Dr Nirzar Kulkarni, Dr Ujwal Lanjewar & Dr Manjiri Pathak |
Content Writing |
National |
978-93-91322-90-8 |
Alliance & Co., Nagpur |
|
3 |
Dr Liladhar Rewatkar, Dr Ujwal Lanjewar & Dr Nirzar Kulkarni |
Internet of Things |
National |
978-93-91322-83-0 |
Alliance & Co., Nagpur |
|
4 |
Dr Liladhar Rewatkar, Dr Ujwal Lanjewar & Dr Mahendra Dhore |
Basics of Python |
National |
978-93-91322-83-0 |
Alliance & Co., Nagpur |
|
5 |
Dr Liladhar Rewatkar, Dr Ujwal Lanjewar & Dr Jageshwar Keche |
Desktop Publishing |
National |
978-93-91322-92-2 |
Alliance & Co., Nagpur |
- Name of the Inventor :Dr Liladhar Rewatkar
- Patent Journal Publication Date :3rd June 2022
- Application No. :202221028424 A
- Title of the Invention :Systematic Approach to improve bug life cycle using agile methodology for quality software
- Patent Status : Published
- Name of the Inventor : Dr Liladhar Rewatkar
- Patent Journal Publication Date :9th February 2023
- Application No. :202441033647 A
- Title of the Invention :An e-Authentication system based on Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and cybersecurity using QR codes and OTPs.
- Patent Status : Published
Abput Programs Fees
The cost of the Bachelor of Computer Application (B.C.A) program at Prerna College includes tuition fees, examination fees, and other academic charges as prescribed by the institution and affiliated university.
Tuition Fees: Competitive and student-friendly fee structure
Examination & Enrollment Fees: As per RTM Nagpur University norms
Additional Charges: Laboratory, library, and extracurricular activities
| Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | Winter 2025 | Annual | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 weeks | 6 weeks Summer 1 3 Weeks Summer 2 3 Weeks | 16 weeks | 17 weeks Winter 1 3 Weeks Winter 2 3 Weeks | Costs USD | |
| Enrollment Fee (Onetime fee) | $560 | $560* | $660 | ||
| Orientations Fee (Onetime fee) | $159 | $159* | $159 | ||
| Medical Insurance (Yearly) | $68 | $68 | |||
| Tuition | $4,129 | $1,139 | $5,138 | $1,028 | $11,434 |
| Residence | $728 | $364 | $728 | $364 | $2,184 |
| Breakfast Fee | $448 | Not offered | $448 | Not offered | $896 |
| Activity Fee | $100 | $100 | $200 | ||
| Total Fast Year | $6,192 | $1,503 | $7,133 | $1,392 | $16,220 |
| Total Second Year | $5,192 | $1,503 | $7,133 | $1,392 | $15,220 |
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Our BCA admission process is transparent, merit-based, and AICTE compliant. Includes tuition, computer lab access, library e-resources, and career placement support throughout all 3 years.
Admissions Requirements
Document Required
- Completed application form
- HSC/12th mark sheet and passing certificate
- SSC/10th mark sheet and passing certificate
- School leaving certificate
- Recent passport-sized photographs
- Caste certificate/category Certificate as per Maharashtra norms (if applicable
- Valid ID proof
| Program Level | Adnations Session | Applications Opens | Appellation Deadline | Classes Begin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Spring Intake | October 1 | December 15 | January 10 |
| Undergraduate | Fall Intake | April 1 | July 30 | September 1 |
| Postgraduate | Spring Intake | October 1 | December 30 | January 15 |
| Postgraduate | Fall Intake | April1 | August 10 | September 5 |
| International Students | All Intake | 6 Month Before | 2 Months Before | As Scheduled |