Kerala MCA Question Paper (Out), Paper Analysis, Answer Key, Admit Card, Exam Dates, Cut off, College Predictor
Exam Date (18 Jun 2024)
Overview

About Kerala MCA Entrance Exam

Kerala MCA Entrance Exam stands for Kerala Master of Computer Application Entrance Exam conducted by the Director, LBS Centre for Science and Technology to provide admissions into two-year regular Master of Computer Application (MCA) course for 2024-24 academic session in various institutions in Kerala. It is a state level entrance exam conducted in pen-paper based test (offline) mode.

The application process is available in online mode only. Kerala MCA Entrance Exam Admit Card also issued online. The paper takes place in conventional Paper-Pencil mode (offline).

About Kerala MCA Exam
Exam Name Kerala MCA
Kerala MCA Full form Kerala MCA Entrance Exam
Exam Level State
Conducting Body LBS Centre for Science and Technology
Category Masters
Mode of Application Offline
Kerala MCA  Application Form

Eligibility Criteria:

Aspirants are requested to check the eligibility conditions before filling the application form. Form with the incorrect information will be rejected in the admission process at any stage and no grievances will be entertained by the institute in this regard.

Students must have completed Graduation and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45 % for ST/SC/ PwD category students) in graduation are eligible to apply.

Students appearing in Kerala MCA Entrance Exam -2024 must be a citizen of India.

Students who are awaiting their final year results can also apply but at time of admission they have to submit the proof of qualifying exam (Graduation).

There is no minimum age required to apply for the Kerala MCA Entrance Exam -2024.

Application Form Fill-out Process:

Applicants are required to apply through the E-application process (online) only. Last date for registration for this academic year is over. Candidates can apply next year by following the process given below.

  1. Visit the official website of LBS Centre for Science and Technology.
  2. After that click on the Admission to MCA Course 2024-24 and " New Candidate” link.
  3. Read the instructions carefully before filling out the online application form.
  4. Fill-up all the necessary details in the application form carefully.
  5. Upload your signature, scanned photograph, thumb impression and all the necessary documents in the application form.
  6. Pay the application fee via online mode.
  7. Submit the application form before the last date of registration.

Application Fees:

Students who wish to apply for the Kerala MCA Entrance Exam -2024, may pay the applicable fee through the online gateway of debit or credit card which is a non-refundable amount.

General category students: - Rs.1200/-

SC/ST/OBC & PH students: - Rs.600/-

Kerala MCA  Syllabus

Syllabus:

Before appearing in Kerala MCA Entrance Exam 2024 conducted by LBS Centre for Science and Technology, students must check the syllabus given below.

Mathematics & Statistics

• Algebra: Fundamental operations in Algebra, quadratic equations, indices, expansion, factorization, logarithms, arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progressions, permutations and combinations, binomial theorem, surds.

• Set Theory: Sets and subsets, properties of relations, integers and functions, operations on sets, sequences.

• Matrix Algebra: Inverse of a matrix, rank, Elementary transformations, solution of simultaneous linear equations, quadratic forms, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

• Co-ordinate Geometry: Equations of a line, Rectangular Cartesian co-ordinates, mid-point, intersections etc., distance formulae, equations of a circle, pair of straight lines, ellipse and hyperbola, parabola, simple geometric transformations such as rotation, translation, scaling.

• Calculus: Limit of functions, differentiation of function(s), continuous functions, tangents and normal, integration of function by parts, simple examples of maxima and minima, by partial fraction and by substitution, definite integral application to surfaces and volumes of frustums of a sphere, cylinder, cone, Taylor Series.

• Vectors: addition and subtraction of vectors, Position vector, vector and scalar products and their applications to simple geometrical mechanics and problems.

• Trigonometry: trigonometric equations, Simple identities, properties of triangles, height and distance, solution of triangles, inverse function

• Probability and Statistics: Basic concepts of probability theory, averages, frequency distributions, and measures of dispersions, dependent and independent events, skewness and kurtosis, mathematical expectations, binomial, Poisson, random variable and distribution functions, normal distributions, curve fitting, and principle of correlation, least squares and regression.

Computer Science

• Computer Basics: Central Processing Unit (CPU), Organization of a computer, back-up devices, Structure of instructions in CPU, computer memory, input / output devices, memory organization.

• Data Representation: Representation of characters, binary and hexadecimal representations, integers, and fractions, Binary Arithmetic: Addition, multiplication, subtraction, division, 1’s and 2’s complement arithmetic, floating point representation of diagrams, numbers.

• Computer Architecture: communication between processor, Block structure of computers and I / O devices, interrupts

• Programming Languages: Python, C++, C, Java.

• Algorithms and Flow chart

• Operating Systems: types of operating systems, Evolution of operating systems, modern operating systems, functions of an operating system.

• Database Management systems: Entity-Relationship Diagram, Relational Database, Functional Dependencies, Decomposition.

• Computer Networks: LAN, WAN, MAN, Network Topology: Bus, Star bus, Star, Ring, Star ring, Mesh, Repeater, Modem, NIC, Transceiver, Hub, Bridge, Network adapters, Connectors, Switches, Routers and Gateways.

Quantitative Aptitude Logical Ability

Linear agreement, blood relationships, Analytical reasoning, alphabet test, classification, verbal series, data sufficiency test, routes and networks, symbols and nations, Team Selection, Sequencing and Arrangement, Passage Conclusion, Fact Inference Judgment, Statement Argument, Analogy and among others.

English

Fill in the blanks, Conclusion, error correction, vocabulary, tenses, sentence correction, unseen passage, word formation, idioms and phrases, synonyms, articles, subject-verb agreement and theme detection etc.

General Awareness

Inventions and discoveries, Famous personalities, Books and authors, Languages, Currencies, Music, World Organisations, Dances, Prizes and awards, Natural calamities, Fashion Events, Sports.

Kerala MCA  Exam Dates

Exam Dates:

The Kerala MCA Entrance Exam is a state level entrance exam conducted by LBS Centre for Science and Technology for admission into Master of Computer Application (MCA) in pen-paper based test (offline) mode.

Students wishing to appear for the exam must meet the eligibility conditions of the exam. Kerala MCA Entrance Exam has been conducted on 18 Jun 2024 and results was declared on 26 Jun 2024.

Events

Dates

Last Date for Registration

4 Jun 2024

Remitted of Application fee

10 to 31 May 2024

Publication of Academic & Personal Data after

verification

8 Jun 2024

Admit Card Download

12 Jun 2024

Kerala MCA-2024 Entrance Exam Date

18 Jun 2024

Result Date

26 Jun 2024

Declaration of rank list

03 Jul 2024

Kerala MCA  Admit Card

Exam Admit Card:

The Kerala MCA Entrance Exam for Masters in Computer Applications Admit Card was available on the official website of LBS Centre for Science and Technology on 12 Jun 2024. Students can access their hall ticket by logging in with their login id and password.

Steps to Get Admit card:

  1. Go to the official website of LBS Centre for Science and Technology.
  2. Then after click on the " MCA Course 2024-24 Admit Card" link.
  3. Enter your login id and password.
  4. Click on the "Submit" button.
  5. Admit card/Hall ticket will be shown on the screen.
  6. Download and print your Admit card/Hall ticket for future reference.

Students are suggested to carry their admit card to the exam centre on exam date. Without the admit-card, students are not permitted for the exam.

Kerala MCA  Exam Centres

Exam Centres:

Kerala MCA Entrance Exam 2024 centres are across the Kerala State and it is a pen-paper based Test (offline mode) which is conducted at Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode. Students need to be present at least one hour before at Exam Centre for the verification. For appropriate information about test centres students are advised to refer to the official website on a regular basis for latest updates and notifications.

Kerala MCA  Exam Pattern

Exam Pattern:

Exam Details

Kerala MCA Entrance Exam 2024

Mode of Exam

Pen-paper based test (offline)

Medium of Exam

English

Number of Questions

120 questions

Number of Sections

5 Sections

Duration of Exam

2 hours (120 minutes)

Types of Questions

Multiple choice questions

Marking Scheme

Correct answer: 1-mark, Wrong answer: No negative marking

Total Marks

120

Kerala MCA Entrance Exam 2024 will comprise of five Sections listed below with marks distribution.

Sections

Questions

Marks

Mathematics & Statistics

25

25

English

15

15

General Knowledge

5

5

Computer Science

50

50

Quantitative Aptitude Logical Ability

25

25

Total

120

120

Kerala MCA  Result

Exam Result:

The Kerala MCA entrance exam 2024 was declared on the official website of LBS Centre for Science and Technology on 26 Jun 2024.  Aspirants can check their results by using their login id and password.

Steps to get Result:

  1. Go to the official website of LBS Centre for Science and Technology.
  2. Then after click on the " Kerala MCA Entrance Exam 2024 Results" link.
  3. Enter your login id and password.
  4. There is “Submit" button option click on it.
  5. Your result will be appeared on the screen.
  6. For future reference download your result.

Kerala MCA  Cut Off

Exam Cut-off:

The cut-off for Kerala MCA Entrance Exam will be affected by a number of factors and it is also important to note that the cut-off marks vary every year.

The number of students applied for the exam.

The number of students appeared in the Kerala MCA Entrance Exam -2024.

Availability of Seats.

Lasts year’s Kerala MCA Entrance Exam -2024 cut-off scores.

The number of students qualified in the exam.

The difficulty level of the entrance exam.

The details mentioned above including the application registration process, exam dates, eligibility conditions, exam pattern, syllabus, cut -off marks based on analysis and statistics. For exact details visit the official website.

Helpline: -

Students having any queries regarding Technical Problems and other problems including admissions can call the helpline or email on the given email addresses:

LBS Centre for Science and Technology

Email- lbstvpm@gmail.com

Websites- www.lbscentre.kerala.gov.in

Phone Numbers- 0471 – 2560364 & 0471 - 2560363

General Enquiry Phone Number- 0471 - 2324396

Notifications