OJEE MCA Entrance Exam

Your comprehensive guide to the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination for MCA

Introduction

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) is a state-level entrance test conducted by the OJEE Board (OJEEB) for admission into various professional courses, including Master of Computer Applications (MCA), in Government and Private Universities and Colleges of Odisha. This guide provides aspiring MCA candidates with crucial information regarding the syllabus, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and other important details for the OJEE MCA Entrance Exam.

Syllabus

The OJEE MCA syllabus is primarily divided into two main sections: Mathematics and Computer Awareness.

1. Mathematics

  • Logic: Statements, Truth tables, Conditional and Bi-conditional, Conjunction, Disjunction, Negation.
  • Algebra of Sets: Union, Intersection, Difference, Symmetric difference and Complement of sets, De Morgan's laws, Venn diagram, Cartesian product of sets, Power Set, Relation and function (domain, codomain and range of a relation, types of relations, Equivalence relation).
  • Number System: Real numbers (algebraic and order properties, rational and irrational numbers), Absolute value, Triangle inequality, AM ≥ GM, Inequalities (simple cases), Complex numbers (as ordered pairs of reals, representation in the form a+ib, Argand diagram).
  • Algebra: Permutations and Combinations, Binomial theorem for positive integral index, properties of Binomial coefficient, Determinants and matrices up to third order (Minors and cofactors, Properties of determinants, Types of matrices, algebra of matrices, Adjoint and inverse of matrix, Application of determinants and matrices to the solution of linear equations).
  • Trigonometry: Trigonometric Identities, Solution of Trigonometric Equations, Inverse Trigonometric Functions.
  • Coordinate Geometry (2D): Distance and Section Formulas, Equations of Lines and Circles, Angles between Lines, conditions for concurrence of three lines, coordinates of centroid, orthocentre and circumcentre of a triangle.
  • Coordinate Geometry (3D): Representation of three dimensional space by R x R x R, Direction Cosines and Direction Ratios, Equations of Lines and Planes, Distance between Point and Line.
  • Quadratic Polynomials.
  • Sequence and Series: Infinite Geometric Series, Relation between AM and GM, Arithmetic and Geometric Series.
  • Vectors: Addition of Vectors, Scalar and Vector Products.
  • Differential Calculus: Concept of limit, limits of polynomial functions, rational functions, trigonometric functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, Continuity of functions, Continuity and differentiability, Derivative of standard Algebraic and Transcendental functions, Differentiation of trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, Differentiation by chain rule, parametric and implicit functions, higher order derivatives.
  • Integral Calculus: Definite and indefinite integrals, properties of definite integrals, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, Evaluation of definite integrals, determining areas of the regions bounded by simple curves in standard form.
  • Probability and Statistics: Measures of Dispersion (Mean, Median, Mode of grouped and ungrouped data, Standard deviation, Variance and mean deviation for grouped and ungrouped data), Probability of an event, addition and multiplication theorems of probability, Mutually exclusive events, Independent events.
  • Differential Equations: First order and first degree differential equations.

2. Computer Awareness

  • Introduction to Computer.
  • Computer Arithmetic: Binary and hexadecimal representations, Binary arithmetic, Floating-point representation.
  • C Language: Variables and Data types, I/O Operations, Operators and Expressions, Control Flow statements, Functions, Array, Pointers, String Handling, Structures and Unions, Concepts of functions in C, Arithmetic and Logical Expressions.
  • Computer-related General Knowledge.
  • Elementary Arithmetic Operation.
  • Terminals, Networking, Data Communication, Data Structuring.
  • Basic fundamentals of PC, Hardware.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens. NRI or PIO candidates may also apply for admission against supernumerary seats.
  • Age Limit: There is no age limit for admission to MCA courses through OJEE.
  • Educational Qualification:
    • A Bachelor's Degree of at least three years duration in any discipline from a recognized University.
    • Mandatory Subject: Mathematics must be a compulsory subject at the 10+2 (Intermediate/Higher Secondary) or at the graduation level.
    • Minimum Marks:
      • Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (for General category candidates).
      • Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (for SC/ST category candidates).
  • Appearing Candidates: Candidates who are in their final year of the qualifying Bachelor's degree examination are also eligible to apply.

Exam Pattern

  • Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) - Online.
  • Duration: 2 hours.
  • Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each with four answer options.
  • Total Questions: 120.
  • Total Marks: 480.
  • Medium of Examination: English.
  • Marking Scheme:
    • +4 marks for each correct answer.
    • -1 mark for each incorrect answer.
    • No marks deducted for un-attempted questions.
  • Sectional Time Limit: Usually, there are no sectional time limits; candidates can manage their time across sections within the total duration.

Section-wise Distribution:

Section No. of Questions
Mathematics 60
Computer Awareness 60
Total 120

Other Important Details

Application Procedure

The OJEE application process is online. Key steps include:

  1. Visit the official OJEE website (www.ojee.nic.in).
  2. Click on the "New Registration" link and read all instructions carefully.
  3. Register by providing essential details (name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID).
  4. Log in using the generated application number and password to fill the detailed application form.
  5. Fill in personal, academic, and contact information, and choose preferred examination zones.
  6. Upload scanned photograph, signature, and left thumb impression as per specified format and size.
  7. Pay the application fee online (approx. INR 1000 for a single course, additional INR 500 per extra course) using debit card/credit card/net banking.
  8. Review and submit the application form. Print the confirmation page.

Important Dates (Approximate for 2025)

Please refer to the official OJEE website for the exact and latest dates, as these are subject to change.

  • Online Application Start: January 30, 2025 (tentative)
  • Last Date for Online Application: March 20-25, 2025 (tentative)
  • Application Form Correction Window: Late March 2025 (tentative)
  • Admit Card Release: April 25, 2025 (tentative)
  • Exam Date (MCA): May 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10 & 11, 2025 (OJEE exam dates span multiple days, candidates are allotted a specific date/shift)
  • Result Declaration: First week of June 2025 (tentative)
  • Counselling & Seat Allotment: July 2025 onwards (tentative)

Counselling and Admission

Admission to MCA programs in Odisha through OJEE is based on the rank obtained in the entrance test. The counselling process is conducted online and involves:

  1. Online registration for counselling.
  2. Choice filling of colleges and courses based on OJEE rank.
  3. Multiple rounds of seat allotment.
  4. Document verification and reporting to the allotted college to complete admission formalities.

Special OJEE

A Special OJEE may be conducted later (typically in June) to fill vacant seats in various courses, and for candidates who missed the main OJEE exam or belong to states other than Odisha (for private colleges only). Eligibility and exam pattern may differ slightly for Special OJEE.

Contact Information

  • Official Website: www.ojee.nic.in
  • Contact Details: Refer to the official OJEE website or information brochure for helpline numbers and email support.

divine.indore@gmail.com

(+91) 9300183001

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