Maya Devi University (MDU), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offers the Master of Computer Application (MCA) in Data Science through its School of Computer Engineering and Applications. The two-year full-time postgraduate programme covers advanced data analytics, statistical modelling, machine learning for business intelligence, big data technologies, data engineering pipelines, data governance, predictive analytics, visualisation tools, cloud data platforms, and capstone data projects. Admission is through CUET-PG, NIMCET, or MDUCET; graduates with a Bachelor’s degree and Mathematics background are eligible. The total programme fee is INR 1,61,500 for the two-year duration. Graduates are prepared for careers as senior data analyst across technology, banking, e-commerce, healthcare, and consulting.
Admissions for 2026-27 are in progress; CUET-PG and NIMCET 2026 results are expected in June 2026. Counselling and document verification are scheduled for June to July 2026 at the Selaqui campus.
Key Points
- MDU offers MCA Data Science as a two-year full-time postgraduate programme recognised by UGC; graduates build advanced technical expertise for industry and research.
- Graduates are prepared for careers as senior data analyst, data scientist, and data engineer across technology, banking, e-commerce, healthcare, and consulting.
- Scholarships available include MDU merit scholarships (up to 50% of tuition), girl child scholarship (10%), and Uttarakhand domicile scholarship (25%).
MDU MCA Data Science Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 70,000 |
| Annual Other Charges (examination, ERP, library) | INR 7,000 |
| One-Time Registration Fee | INR 1,500 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | INR 16,000 |
| Total Fees (2-Year Programme) | INR 1,61,500 |
- Annual tuition of INR 70,000 is payable each year for two years; total tuition over the programme is INR 1,40,000.
- Other annual charges of INR 7,000 per year cover examination, ERP, and library fees; total over two years is INR 14,000.
- One-time charges of INR 17,500 (INR 1,500 registration and INR 16,000 admission fee) are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from academic fees; optional on-campus accommodation is available at the Selaqui campus in Dehradun.
MDU MCA Data Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 2026 |
| CUET-PG / NIMCET 2026 | May to June 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | June 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 | March 2026 | May to June 2026 | June 2026 |
| NIMCET 2026 | February 2026 | June 2026 | June 2026 |
- Admission to MCA programmes at MDU is merit-based through CUET-PG, NIMCET, or MDUCET; candidates must hold a BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science/IT), or any graduation degree with Mathematics at Class 10+2 or graduation level and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline who have studied Mathematics at either Class 10+2 or at the graduation level are eligible for MCA at MDU.
- Counselling and document verification are conducted at the Selaqui campus; candidates must carry original graduation mark sheets, pass certificate, entrance scorecard, and character certificate.
- All schedules including merit lists, counselling dates, and seat matrix are published on the official university website (maya.edu.in) and the admission portal (admission.maya.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks; Mathematics must be studied at either Class 10+2 or at graduation level.
- BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science/IT/Mathematics), B.Tech (CS/IT), or any graduation degree with Mathematics qualifies for MCA admission at MDU.
- Entrance examinations: CUET-PG, NIMCET, or MDUCET. Admission is merit-based on entrance score combined with graduation aggregate.
- Final-year graduation students may apply provisionally; admission is confirmed on submission of the Bachelor’s degree certificate with the minimum qualifying marks.
Admission Process
- Register on the admission portal at admission.maya.edu.in and fill the MCA Data Science application form; enter CUET-PG, NIMCET, or MDUCET score and graduation details.
- Pay the application processing fee and submit before the specified deadline; upload graduation mark sheets, pass certificate, and entrance scorecard.
- Merit lists based on entrance score and graduation aggregate are published on maya.edu.in; shortlisted candidates receive offer letters.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Selaqui campus in June to July 2026; carry original graduation certificates, entrance scorecard, and character certificate.
- Complete fee payment at the accounts section or through the online payment gateway to confirm enrolment. Classes for the 2026-27 academic year commence in August 2026.
MDU MCA Data Science Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| MDU Merit Scholarship | Up to 50% of tuition fee | Based on MDUCET/CUET-PG score; candidates scoring 95 percentile and above receive maximum scholarship |
| NIMCET Merit Scholarship | 30 to 50% of tuition fee | Candidates admitted on the basis of NIMCET scores |
| Girl Child Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | All female students at MDU; automatically applied at the time of admission |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST candidates; family income below INR 2,50,000; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | Children or dependents of serving or retired defence/paramilitary personnel |
| Uttarakhand Domicile Scholarship | 25% of tuition fee | Students who are domicile of Uttarakhand under Uttarakhand Private Universities Act |
- Merit scholarships are contingent on maintaining a minimum of 80 percent attendance per semester and clearing all semester examinations without backlogs on the first attempt.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically from August to November each year.
- Uttarakhand domicile students receive a 25 percent tuition scholarship under the Uttarakhand Private Universities Act; this is applied directly at the time of admission.
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