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Online MCA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Master of Computer Applications, specialisation in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Programme

Online MCA

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Offered by

7 of 7 universities

Mode

Online, UGC-entitled

About the Online MCA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing and computer vision, with hands-on model building.

The first year covers the core MCA subjects; the specialisation subjects come in the later semesters. See the full Online MCA syllabus.

What you study

  • Machine Learning
  • Deep Learning
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Computer Vision
  • Reinforcement Learning
  • MLOps basics

Universities offering the Online MCA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka2 years₹1,30,000–Details
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat2 years (4 semesters)₹1,40,000₹35,000Details
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹1,60,000₹40,000Details
Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan24 months (4 semesters)₹1,64,000–Details
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹1,70,000–Details
Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab2 years (4 semesters, up to 4 years)₹1,75,000–Details
Shoolini University OnlineSolan, Himachal Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹2,00,000–Details

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Eligibility and duration

A bachelor's degree, usually with 50% marks, and mathematics either in Class 12 or at graduation level. BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science or IT) and B.Tech graduates meet this directly; other graduates may need a bridge course.

Duration
Programme length2 years (4 semesters)
Maximum time allowedUsually 4 years
CreditsAround 80 to 100 credits, depending on the university
ModeOnline lectures, virtual labs, coding assignments and a final project
ExamsEnd-of-semester exams, mostly online with remote proctoring, plus practical assessments
Weekly study timePlan for 12 to 15 hours a week
IntakesUsually January and July

Careers and salary

  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • AI Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • NLP Engineer

Data Scientist (closest PayScale role): Average base pay about ₹10.2 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.1 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated September 2026).

FAQs

What is an Online MCA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning?

Machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing and computer vision, with hands-on model building.

Who can apply?

A bachelor's degree, usually with 50% marks, and mathematics either in Class 12 or at graduation level. BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science or IT) and B.Tech graduates meet this directly; other graduates may need a bridge course.

What does it cost?

Total fees at the universities we compare range from ₹1,30,000 to ₹2,00,000 (list prices, October 2026).

What jobs can I get?

Typical roles include Machine Learning Engineer, AI Engineer, Data Scientist, NLP Engineer.

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