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PROSPECTUS 2024-25

Master of Computer Applications

UGC NAAC A+
Entitled Accredited

100%
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Take a leap, dream big, and embrace the opportunity towards a

transformative journey by pursuing an online higher education
from a university backed by a rich academic legacy and
accredited with distinct honors.

The flexibility to continue working while supporting yourself or

your family ensures that you can maintain a stable income while
simultaneously acquiring valuable knowledge and skills that will
shape your future.

Accredited A+ Grade By UGC-entitled Online Degrees AICTE Approved Get ready to empower yourself.
National Assessment and Equivalent to On-campus Programs
Accreditation Council (NAAC) Degree Get learning.

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Among India’s top 150 Among India’s top Amongst Top Private Among Top Leading
Universities in 2023 multidisciplinary universities Universities in North East (2023) Universities Showcasing
in East Zone (2024) Entrepreneurial Spirit

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Give an individual a
professional education
and you have given him a
lifestyle.
Padma Shri awardee
Dr. T M A Pai
Founder
Manipal Education & Medical Group

VISIONARY PHILANTHROPIST PHYSICIAN

EDUCATIONIST BANKER

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From the Vice Chancellor’s desk

Providing quality and affordable education
for all has been the driving force behind
building Sikkim Manipal University to what it is
today. Renewing our efforts towards creating
student-centric learning experiences for
professional growth, SMU is excited to now
go online and cater to learners across various
geographies & backgrounds.

Air Vice Marshal (Dr) Dilip Chandra Agarwal, VSM (Retd)

Vice Chancellor,
Sikkim Manipal University

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Evolve into a better, accomplished

version of yourself with online degrees
from Sikkim Manipal University.

Flexible Next-gen
Learn at your convenience, Modular, easily learnable
as per your schedule and sets of study materials to
lifestyle. learn on the go!

High-quality Cost-effective Recognized

Learn from expert faculty No-cost EMI and SMU’s online degrees are
through a best-in-class learning scholarships available. UGC-entitled and accredited
platform. A+ by NAAC.

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A university for your

aspirations

Valuable learning Placement assistance Attractive scholarships

Flexible, modern curriculum for Comprehensive services to help Exclusively for defense personnel,
maximum industry relevance kickstart your career differently-abled people, alumni of
SMU, and learners from Sikkim &
Dedicated course mentors for a Includes interview tips, other Northeast regions of India
comprehensive learning experience employability assessments,
resume building, industry Learners can also avail an attractive
readiness programs, mock fee concession on full program
interviews, virtual placement fee or annual fee, provided they
drives, and more make the payment before program
commencement

Sikkim Manipal University was established in 1995 and is a NAAC A+ accredited

university. Popularly known for imparting quality education, it now also offers UGC-entitled
degree programs in the online mode.

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2024-25 PROGRAM / MCA

MCA
Master of
Computer Applications
(Online)

Eligibility Fee structure

Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree INR INR 98,000 or
in Computer Applications/Computer Science/Information INR 24,500 per semester
Technology from a recognized university/institution, or an
equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian INR 500 (non-refundable application fee)
Universities (AIU) or other competent bodies, with at least 50%
marks (45% for reserved categories)

Candidates who have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree

from other streams like Science, Business Administration, Business Duration
Management, Arts & Humanities, Commerce, etc. are also eligible
for MCA admission but they have to attend and complete a Minimum 2 years
compulsory bridge course in fundamentals of computer and (divided into four semesters)
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.

Gain advanced knowledge in computer applications and equip yourself with

the skills to thrive in the ever-evolving field of information technology.

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Master of Computer Applications | Program structure

First semester Second semester Third semester Fourth semester
Computational Mathematics Python Programming .NET Framework Mobile Application Development

Java Programming Software Engineering and Unified Modelling Computer Network Angular JS, React JS, and
Language VUE JS

Operating Systems Computer Organization and Architecture IT Laws and Practices Project

Database Management System Data Structure and Algorithm .NET Framework Lab Choose any 1:
Machine Learning
Distributed System and Grid Computing
Database Management System Lab Data Structure and Algorithm Lab Computer Network Lab

Java Programming Lab Python Programming Lab Choose any 1:

Data Warehousing and Data Mining
Cloud Computing
Fundamentals of Computers & IT

Fundamental of Mathematics

Total program credits: 80 Note: *Bridge course (non credit) applicable only for non IT background.
**(Compulsory) Bridge course (non credit) applicable only for non-mathematic background.
Each subject carries 4 credits
Lab activities carry 2 credits each
SMU reserves the right to change the program curriculum, eligibility, fee structure, number of sessions,
Each semester carries 20 credits
duration, certificate format, admission process, and other terms in the program and can incorporate
Project carries 8 credits
any such changes deemed necessary by the institute without prior intimation.
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Get started
Program registration
Fill in your basic, education & work
experience-related details and pay the application
fee to register.

Fee payment
Pay the admission fee for the first
semester/year or full program.

Document upload
Upload supporting documents & submit
your application.

University approval
The university will evaluate your
documents to confirm your admission.

Application to online degrees at SMU can be initiated

through our website www.onlinemanipal.com

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A seamless & dedicated

eLearning solution
Making learning a convenient, flexible, and memorable experience
The eLearning material will be made available to you on the Learning Management System (LMS)
based on the four-quadrant approach, as per UGC (Credit Framework for online learning courses
through SWAYAM) Regulations, 2016.

Video eText
lectures materials

Virtual Interactive
classroom material

Virtual Discussion
simulation forums

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Evaluation Results Right to amend rules

The assessment system has been conceived, developed, The results will be published on the student portal. If you fail to clear The university reserves the right to add / delete / change /
and administered on a rigorous and fair basis to bring out any of the papers (either in TEE or CA or both), you have to re appear amend the syllabi, program structure, rules and regulations
the best in you and prepare you for a challenging career. for the relevant paper by applying to the university through the wherever considered necessary and appropriate without
resitting application along with relevant fees, within the due date. any prior notice. You are advised to go through the website
Your performance evaluation will be based on both frequently where all circulars and important information
continuous evaluation and term-end examinations. will be hosted from time to time. Promulgation of any such
information on the website in the form of circulars / notices is
considered to be adequate.

Theory papers Awards and degree Jurisdiction

The theory part is assessed by performance based on continuous Successful students, on satisfying all criteria stipulated by the All disputes relating to university program and
assessment (CA) through assignments and term-end examinations university, will be awarded the respective degrees by the university. activities are subject to local jurisdiction (Sikkim) only.
(TEE). The assessment ratio for (TEE) to CA is 70:30. The CA is
based on assignments prepared by the university. TEE will comprise
descriptive and multiple-choice type questions. You must score at
least 40% in both CA and TEE to be declared as pass.

Examination
The university semester-end examinations will be held digitally
viz. computer-based and online proctored. You can appear for
the exams from the comfort and safety of your homes. A laptop
or desktop computer with a functioning webcam connected to
the Internet is required to appear for the exams. The details of the
examination schedule will be made available in the photo admit card
issued for appearing for the term end theory examinations. The
university will share all examination details via the student portal.

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SMIT Campus, Majitar, Rangpo, Pakyong,
India – 737136

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