NIT MCA Common Entrance Test (NIMCET exam will be conducted for Two hours. The question paper will contain 120 multiple choice questions (MCQs) with four choices for each individual question. Multiple Choice Questions will be written in English Language only and will not be translated into any other language. The question paper will be divided amongst four subjects in the following pattern :
Mathematics | 50 questions |
Analytical Ability and Logical Reasoning | 40 questions |
Computer Awareness | 10 questions |
General English | 20 questions |
Each correct answer will earn the candidate FOUR marks, whereas each negative answer will amount to Negative One mark. The candidates are advised not to attempt such questions if they are not sure of the correct answer. More than one answer indicated against a question will be negatively marked. The candidates have to mark the responses in the OMR sheet using black or blue ink ball point pen only.
Set Theory: Concept of sets – Union, Intersection, Cardinality, Elementary counting; permutations and combinations. Probability and Statistics: Basic concepts of probability theory, Averages, Dependent and independent events, frequency distributions, measures of central tendencies and dispersions. Algebra: Fundamental operations in algebra, expansions, factorization, simultaneous linear / quadratic equations, indices, logarithms, arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progressions, determinants and matrices. Coordinate Geometry: Rectangular Cartesian coordinates, distance formulae, equation of a line, and intersection of lines, pair of straight lines, equations of a circle, parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola. Calculus: Limit of functions, continuous function, differentiation of function, tangents and normals, simple examples of maxima and minima. Integration of functions by parts, by substitution and by partial fraction, definite integrals, applications of definite integrals to areas. Vectors: Position vector, addition and subtraction of vectors, scalar and vector products and their applications to simple geometrical problems and mechanics. Trigonometry: Simple identities, trigonometric equations properties of triangles, solution of triangles, heights and distances, general solutions of trigonometric equations.
The questions in this section will cover logical situation and questions based on the facts given in the passage.
Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), structure of instructions in CPU, input/output devices, computer memory, and back-up devices. Data Representation: Representation of characters, integers and fractions, binary and hexadecimal representations, binary arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, simple arithmetic and two’s complement arithmetic, floating point representation of numbers, Boolean algebra, truth tables, Venn diagrams.
Questions in this section will be designed to test the candidates’ general understanding of the English language. There will be questions on the following topics: Comprehension, Vocabulary, Basic English Grammar (like usage of correct forms of verbs, prepositions and articles), Word power, Synonyms and Antonyms, Meanings of words and phrases, Technical writing. NIMCET is a National Level Entrance Test for admission into Master of Computer Applications Programme (MCA) offered by 11 participating National Institutes of Technology (NITs) for the year 2017. The Curriculum and Syllabi of Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programme offered by NITs are designed considering the needs of different Information Technology firms in India and abroad. MCA graduates have high potential for jobs in IT Sector.
Nationality : Candidate must be a citizen of India. Age Limit : There is no stated age limit to be eligible for the exam. Academic Qualification : • Candidates must have studied B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons) / BCA / BIT/ B.E/ B.Tech of minimum three years full-time from a recognized University with Mathematics/ Statistics as one of the subjects. • They must have minimum 60% marks in aggregate or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scales (55% marks or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale in case of SC/ ST). • Candidates in the final year of qualifying exam are also eligible. They must present the passing certificate before September. Number of Attempts : There is no limit on the number of times a candidate appears for NIMCET.
The step-wise process to apply for the exam is given below :
Between 21 - 25 years. Qualification Pursuing or completed Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate; passed class 12th with mathematics as mandatory. Direct second year admissions: passed Bachelor Degree in Computer Applications, Information Technology or Computer Science. Reservation Pursuing or completed Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 45% aggregate.
Eligibility for the First-Year Admission : • Candidates must be a citizen of India. • Aspirants should have passed 10+2 or graduation level with Mathematics as one of their main subjects. • Candidates must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria before they head towards the MAH MCA CET Application Process. • Candidates must have passed a bachelor degree (3 years) in any disciplines from any recognized university and should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate. • In case candidates belong to the backward category and PwD category to Maharashtra State only they must secure at least 45% aggregate. • If any aspirant is in the final year of qualifying examination then also they are eligible to apply for MAH MCA CET examination.
Eligibility for Lateral Entry Admission : • The eligibility criteria are same as the first-year admission except candidate must have passed a bachelor degree in computer application (BCA) or B.Sc. in (CS, IT) from any recognized university. • Candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate bachelor degree in computer application (BCA) or B.Sc. in (CS, IT) from any recognized university and in case they belong to the backward category and PwD category to Maharashtra State only then they should have secured a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.
Overview table for MAH MCA CET Eligibility :
Exam Details | MAH MCA CET Eligibility Highlights |
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Nationality | The candidates must be a citizen of Indian. |
Qualification | Candidates should have passed a minimum duration of three years bachelor’s degree awarded by university recognized by university grants commission or association of Indian universities in any discipline. |
Subjects | The candidates must have passed 12th exams with Mathematics as one of the compulsory subjects. |
Aggregate | At least 50% aggregate in 10+2 or equivalent for general category candidates and at least 45% aggregate in case the candidates belongs to backward class categories or persons with disability belonging to Maharashtra state only. |
Lateral Entry | Candidate should have passed a bachelor's degree in Computer applications or science (Information technology or computer science). |
Required Caste Certificate : If aspirants come under the given category then they must produce the caste certificate from the competent authority as mentioned below : • If candidates belonging to SC, VJ/DT (NT (A)), NT (B), NT(C), NT (D), OBC and SBC categories they should submit “Caste Validity Certificate” issued by scrutiny committee of social welfare department. • If candidates belonging to ST category then they should produce “Tribe Validity Certificate” issued by scrutiny committee of tribal department.
Disabilities come under the PWD category : • Visually Impaired : The visually impaired candidates are those candidates whose writing speed is adversely affected permanently for some reason can use their own scribe at their cost during the online examination.
• To prepare well for the MAH MCA CET examination, the candidate must know the syllabus properly. • Knowing the syllabus in advance helps an individual arrange important study materials to score well.
• This shall include the questions to measures how quickly and logically you can think. This section will cover logical situations and questions based on the facts given in the passage. This test shall check the problem-solving capability of the candidate.
• Questions in this section will be designed to test the candidate’s general understanding of the English language. There will be questions on the topics such as Basic English grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction, word & phrases, jumbled.
• Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), Structure of instructions in CPU, input/ output devices, computer memory, memory organization, backup devices. • Data Representation: Representation of characters, integers, and fractions, binary and hexadecimal representations, Binary Arithmetic: Addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, signed arithmetic and two's complement arithmetic, floating point representation of numbers, normalized floating point representation, Boolean algebra, truth tables, Venn diagrams. • Computer Architecture: Block structure of computers, communication between the processor and I/ 0 devices, interrupts. • Computer Language: Assembly language and high-level language, Multiprogramming and time-sharing operating systems, Computer Programming in C. • Operating System basics: Multiprogramming and time sharing operating systems.
• Algebra: Fundamental operations in Algebra, Expansion, factorization, Quadratic equations, indices, logarithms, arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progressions, binomial theorem, permutations, and combinations. • Coordinate Geometry: Rectangular Cartesian coordinates, equations of a line, midpoint, intersections etc., equations of a circle, distance formulae, the pair of straight lines, parabola, ellipse and hyperbola, simple geometric transformations such as translation, rotation, scaling. • Differential Equations: Differential equations of first order and their solutions, linear differential equations with constant coefficients, homogenous linear differential equations. • Trigonometry: Simple identities, trigonometric equations, properties of triangles, the solution of triangles, height and distance, inverse function. • Probability and Statistics: Basic concepts of probability theory, Averages, Dependent and independent events, frequency distributions, and measures of dispersions, skewness and kurtosis, random variable and distribution functions, mathematical expectations, Binomial, Poisson, normal distributions, curve fitting, and the principle of least squares, correlation, and regression. • Arithmetic: Ratios and proportions, problems on time-work, distance-speed, percentage, etc. • Basic Set Theory and Functions: Set, relations, and mappings. • Mensuration: Areas, triangles, and quadrilaterals, area and circumference of circles, volumes and surface areas of simple solids such as cubes, spheres, cylinders, and cones. • Locomotors Disability: The candidates whose dominant (writing) extremity is affected to the extent of slowing the performance of the function(minimum of 40% impairment).
Mode : Online Duration : PART 1: 45 minutes; PART 2: 45 minutes Paper Pattern : PART 1: General Aptitude- 25 questions; PART 2: Computer Concept- 25 questions Subject : General Aptitude, Mathematics and Computer Concepts Marking Scheme : Correct answer: (+) 4 marks; Incorrect answer: (-) 1 mark. Maximum Marks : PART 1: General Aptitude- 100 questions; PART 2: Computer Concept- 100 questions Total Marks : 200 marks Language / Medium : English
• Mode: MAH MCA CET 2020 will only be held in the online mode which will be a Computer Based Test. Candidates are required to mark answers on the computer screen. • Medium: The exam will be conducted in English only. • Exam Duration: Time allotted for the MAH MCA CET 2020 test is 90 minutes. • Types of Questions: Questions in the MAH MCA CET 2020 test will be Objective Type Multiple Choice questions. For every question, four options will be given out of which only one option will be correct. • Sections: MAH MCA CET 2020 will be conducted in four sections of 200 marks. The four sections of the exam are Logical / Abstract Reasoning, Computer Concepts, English Comprehensions and verbal ability and Mathematics & Statistics. • Marking Scheme: For every correct answer, 2 marks will be awarded. • Negative Marking: 0.5 marks will be deducted for each incorrect response.
MAH MCA CET Pattern details :
Summary of Paper Pattern | ||
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No of Section | 4 | |
No of Questions | 100 | |
Total Marks | 200 | |
Duration | 90 Minute | |
Mode | Online | |
Marking Scheme | 2 | |
Negative Marking | 0.5 |
MAH MCA CET Section wise Pattern :
Section | Marks |
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Logical / Abstract Reasoning | 60 |
Computer Concepts | 40 |
English Comprehensions And Verbal Ability | 40 |
Mathematics & Statistics | 60 |