UPES BCA Overview
The three-year BCA at UPES is offered through the School of Computer Science and covers programming, data structures, web technologies, databases and emerging computing areas. The programme can be a pathway to software and IT roles or further study such as MCA.
UPES BCA Eligibility
UPES lists 50% marks in Class X and XII with Mathematics, Computer Science or Information Technology as one of the major subjects in Class XII.
UPES BCA Fee Breakdown & Placement Comparison
A current listing reports about ₹7.16 lakh for the three-year BCA, with approximately ₹2.84 lakh, ₹2.09 lakh and ₹2.24 lakh year-wise. Verify the final payable structure on the official 2026-27 fee page.
Hostel, transport, technology, programme-specific consumables/training, insurance, I-Card and other applicable charges can be additional. UPES also lists a ₹31,300 one-time training/certification fee for applicable full-time programmes, ₹9,000 PDC fee for PG programmes and ₹23,300 for UG programmes, subject to programme exclusions.
| Programme / area | Reported outcome | How to interpret it |
|---|---|---|
| MBA / School of Business | ₹30 LPA highest; ₹14 LPA top-10% average; 390+ offers; 150+ recruiters (2023-24) | Useful MBA-specific benchmark; do not apply it to UG courses. |
| B.Tech / engineering | 17.5 LPA top-10% average CTC is highlighted by UPES for B.Tech CSE | Compare specialisation and cohort; not the same as a median salary. |
| B.Des | ₹6.48 LPA average and ₹15.17 LPA highest for a reported industrial/product-design programme | Design outcomes vary by discipline. |
| University-wide | 92% placed in 2024-25; 800+ recruiters on campus in 2025 | Broad headline; ask for course-wise denominator and roles. |
| Highest headline | ₹1.3 Cr secured by an alumnus | Exceptional alumnus outcome, not a typical student package. |
UPES BCA Fees 2026
A current 2026 listing reports approximately ₹7.16 lakh for the three-year BCA, with year-wise fees of about ₹2.84 lakh, ₹2.09 lakh and ₹2.24 lakh. Another current fee source lists tuition-only figures differently, so students should verify the final payable amount against the official 2026-27 fee structure.
UPES BCA Admission 2026
UPES lists UPESEAT, CUET and board merit among BCA selection routes. Admission can also be subject to programme-specific entrance or interview requirements.
BCA Career Scope
Students planning a technical career should build projects, coding skills, internships and relevant certifications alongside the degree.
UPES BCA Placements
UPES placement reporting is generally school- and programme-dependent. The School of Computer Science publishes separate B.Tech and school-level figures. Students should ask for BCA-specific recruiter and role data rather than assuming B.Tech CSE outcomes apply directly to BCA.
UPES BCA FAQs
What is BCA eligibility at UPES?
50% in Class X and XII with Mathematics, Computer Science or IT as a major subject in Class XII.
What is the BCA fee?
Current listings indicate around ₹7.16 lakh for three years, but the official 2026-27 fee structure should be checked before payment.
Can BCA students pursue MCA?
Yes. A BCA can provide a foundation for MCA and other postgraduate computing programmes, subject to the eligibility rules of the institution selected.