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GLA Online MCA
GLA University, Mathura · UGC-entitled · NAAC A+
About the GLA Online MCA
GLA Online's MCA is a two-year, four-semester UGC-entitled degree built for working learners who want a career in software. It covers programming, databases and software engineering, with exposure to AI/ML, cloud computing, cybersecurity and data science, delivered through recorded lectures, live coding sessions and virtual labs.
- Live coding sessions, hackathons and virtual labs
- Programming in C, Java and Python; DBMS; operating systems
- Exposure to AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity and data science
- 24/7 mobile-friendly LMS with industry mentors
GLA Online MCA fees and EMI
About ₹94,000 all-in for 2 years, payable semester-wise, yearly or in full.
| Fee component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Tuition per semester | 21,500 |
| Tuition per year | 43,000 |
| Total tuition (2 years) | 86,000 |
| Exam fee, total (₹1,500 per semester) | 6,000 |
| One-time registration and alumni fees | 500 + 1,800 |
| All-in total, as quoted by GLA | 94,000 |
| Saving if you pay the full fee at once | 4,000 |
| Saving on year 1 if you pay yearly | 2,000 |
- No-cost EMI is available on yearly and one-time payments through GLA's finance partners. Ask us for the current tenure.
- GLA advertises a 40% alumni discount and 20% sibling discount; there are no merit scholarships.
Fees for the 2026 sessions as published on glaonline.com; confirm with a counsellor before paying.
GLA Online MCA fee payment plans
You can pay semester-wise, yearly or once. Paying yearly or in full costs less, and works out to about ₹3,750 per month of study if you pay in full.
| Payment plan | You pay | Instalments | Total for 2 years, all-in | You save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester-wise | ₹23,000 a semester | 4 | ₹94,000 | — |
| Yearly (no-cost EMI available) | ₹44,000 in year 1, then ₹46,000 a year | 2 | ₹92,000 | ₹2,000 |
| One-time (no-cost EMI available) | ₹88,000 once | 1 | ₹90,000 | ₹4,000 |
Semester-wise fee schedule
| Semester | Tuition | Exam fee | Registration | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ₹21,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 (one-time) | ₹25,000 |
| Semester 2 | ₹21,500 | ₹1,500 | — | ₹23,000 |
| Semester 3 | ₹21,500 | ₹1,500 | — | ₹23,000 |
| Semester 4 | ₹21,500 | ₹1,500 | — | ₹23,000 |
| Total (2 years) | ₹94,000 | |||
All-in totals include the ₹2,000 registration fee quoted on glaonline.com. GLA's fee page lists one-time charges as ₹500 registration plus ₹1,800 alumni fee, so the final figure can differ slightly. Confirm with your counsellor before paying.
GLA Online MCA EMI calculator
GLA advertises no-cost EMI on yearly and one-time payments through its finance partners. For example, the first-year MCA fee of ₹44,000 over 12 months of no-cost EMI is about ₹3,667 a month. Try your own plan below.
Estimate only. No-cost EMI is subject to the finance partner's approval; the lender and the tenure available to you are confirmed by your counsellor. Education-loan EMI uses the standard reducing-balance formula.
Eligibility and admission
A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university; a Science, Computer Applications or IT background is preferred. GLA publishes no minimum percentage and no separate maths condition.
- Book a free call with a Gradify counsellor to confirm eligibility and fees.
- Register on the GLA Online portal and fill the application form.
- Pay the non-refundable registration fee.
- Add your education details and generate your DEB ID on the ABC portal.
- Upload your documents and the undertaking.
- Pay the programme fee in full, yearly or semester-wise, or choose no-cost EMI.
What you will study
Core areas published by GLA; the full semester-wise syllabus is shared on request.
- Data structures and algorithms
- Operating systems
- Programming in C, Java and Python
- Database management systems
- Software engineering
- AI/ML, cloud computing, cybersecurity and data science
How you learn and take exams
- Recorded video lectures and live interactive sessions
- 24/7 mobile-friendly LMS with e-books, quizzes and discussion forums
- Assignments, projects and case studies
- Online proctored exams taken from home
- No campus visit required
Sample degree certificate & marksheet
GLA Online MCA degrees are awarded by GLA University, Mathura, and GLA states they are valid for jobs, higher studies and government exams. Here is what the degree certificate and grade report card look like.
Samples marked "SAMPLE" are for illustration only. The certificate and marksheet you receive are issued by GLA University.
Careers and placement support
- Software Developer
- Database Administrator
- Systems Analyst
- Network Security Specialist
- Data Scientist
GLA lists alumni at TCS, Capgemini, Infosys, Accenture, Wipro and Tech Mahindra.
Support includes resume building, mock interviews, mentorship and access to hiring partners. Placement is not guaranteed.
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Online MCA at a similar budget: GLA vs other universities
GLA's online MCA costs ₹86,000 in tuition, the lowest in this group. The next option, Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) Online, costs ₹24,000 more.
| University | Online MCA total fee | Costs more than GLA by | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLA University Online (this page) | ₹86,000 | — | GLA MCA → |
| Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) Online | ₹1,10,000 | +₹24,000 | View fees → |
| LPU Online | ₹1,29,600 | +₹43,600 | View fees → |
| Shoolini University Online | ₹1,30,000 | +₹44,000 | View fees → |
| VGU Online | ₹1,50,000 | +₹64,000 | View fees → |
| Chandigarh University Online | ₹1,55,000 | +₹69,000 | View fees → |
| Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) Online | ₹1,58,000 | +₹72,000 | View fees → |
Compare all online MCA programmes side by side → All universities offering an online MCA →
Tuition totals as listed on our university pages for the 2026 sessions; exam and registration fees differ by university. Confirm the latest fee before paying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the GLA Online MCA fee per semester?
Tuition is ₹21,500 a semester plus a ₹1,500 exam fee, so ₹23,000 a semester. The full 2-year course costs about ₹94,000 all-in.
Can I pay the GLA Online MCA fee in EMI?
Yes. GLA advertises no-cost EMI on yearly and one-time payments through its finance partners. For example, the first-year fee of ₹44,000 over 12 months is about ₹3,667 a month. Your counsellor confirms the lender and tenure.
How much do I save by paying the GLA Online MCA fee in full?
A one-time payment saves ₹4,000, and yearly payment saves ₹2,000 in the first year, compared with paying semester-wise.
Which online MCA programmes cost about the same as GLA?
On our university pages the next-lowest fees are Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) Online (₹1,10,000), LPU Online (₹1,29,600), Shoolini University Online (₹1,30,000). GLA costs ₹86,000 in tuition.
Is the GLA Online MCA degree valid?
Yes. It is a UGC-entitled online degree from GLA University, Mathura (NAAC A+), and GLA states it is valid for jobs, higher studies and government exams.
What is the total fee of the GLA Online MCA?
About ₹94,000 all-in for 2 years: tuition ₹86,000 (₹21,500 per semester) plus exam and one-time fees. Paying in full saves ₹4,000.
Is there an EMI option?
Yes. GLA offers no-cost EMI on yearly and one-time payments through its finance partners.
Who is eligible?
A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university; a Science, Computer Applications or IT background is preferred. GLA publishes no minimum percentage and no separate maths condition.
Is there an entrance exam?
No. Admission is direct on eligibility.
How are exams conducted?
Online proctored exams that you take from home.
Does GLA guarantee placement?
No. GLA offers resume help, mock interviews, mentorship and access to hiring partners, and states this does not guarantee a job.
How does Gradify help?
Gradify Learning is an admission partner of GLA University. We check your eligibility, explain fees and EMI, and help with the application, documents and DEB ID at no cost.
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