Parul University, Vadodara (Gujarat), is a private university established in 2015, graded NAAC A++ in 2023 .
The full-time BCA is a 3-year degree (or 4 years for BCA (Hons.)) with specializations such as Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Full Stack Web Development, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Web Technologies, Big Data, Gaming, and Web & Mobile Computing .
Applicants must have completed 10+2 with English and Math or Statistics, in any stream .
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Tuition Fees: What to Expect
Vadodara (Main Campus)
Annual tuition fee is approximately ₹1.34 lakh/year (≈ ₹4.02 lakh total over three years) for all specializations .
For BCA (Hons.), total tuition comes to around ₹5.36 lakh over three years .
Variations Reported Elsewhere
Some sources give a broad fee range of ₹1.48 lakh to ₹7.04 lakh tuition, and total including hostel of ₹3.85 lakh to ₹11.26 lakh depending on accommodation and extras .
Hostel & Accommodation Costs
At the Vadodara campus, hostel fees for boys range between ₹84,500 to ₹1.75 lakh, and for girls, ₹85,500 to ₹1.39 lakh depending on room type (non‑AC shared room being cheapest) .
Combining tuition and hostel, the total package may range from ₹4 lakh to ₹11 lakh depending on choices and extras like meal plans etc. .
Fee Comparison Table
| Campus / Mode | Tuition Fees (3 yrs) | Hostel Fees | Approx. Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parul Vadodara BCA (Gen) | ₹4.02 lakh | ₹0.85–1.75 lakh | ₹4.9–5.8 lakh |
| Parul Vadodara BCA (Hons) | ₹5.36 lakh | ₹0.85–1.75 lakh | ₹6.2–7.1 lakh |
| Others / broader estimates | ₹1.48–7.04 lakh | ₹2.37–4.22 lakh | ₹3.85–11.26 lakh |
Placements, ROI & Wise Decision-Making
Official claims: Parul lists 2,200+ recruiters, with highest package up to ₹45.98 LPA and average placement ~₹8 LPA for its BCA program .
Actual student experience: Reviews suggest average placement offers range around ₹3–4 LPA, with top achievers hitting ₹8–9 LPA. Around 50% of the class gets a job, often with smaller local firms in Vadodara, Surat, and Ahmedabad .
Red flags from reviews: Many users criticize Parul’s campus experience, citing poor food, heavy marketing, inconsistent teaching quality, and overstated claims about placements and facilities .
Pros
Pros:
Recognized specializations and modern curriculum.
Affordable compared to many private universities in India.
Campus life events and extracurricular opportunities.
FAQs
The university offers merit-based scholarships:
20% for 60–69.99%
30% for 70–79.99%
40% for 80% and above in qualifying exam
Average placement packages reported around ₹7 LPA, with a highest package cited up to ₹45.98 LPA for overall UG/PG degrees (not course-specific).
| Category | Details (2025–26) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | ₹1.34 lakh/year ⇒ ~₹4.02 lakh over 3 years |
| Hostel Fee | ₹2.37 l – ₹4.22 l (shared, non‑AC) |
| Total Cost | ₹3.85 l – ₹11.26 l (including tuition & hostel) |
| Eligibility | 10 + 2 with English and Maths/Statistics |
| Selection | Merit‑based |
| Scholarships | Merit, alumni, domicile/state/female-specific discounts |
| Placements (reported) | Avg ₹7 LPA; top packages ~₹45 LPA (not guaranteed) |
| Student sentiment | Mixed feedback; concerns over academics and marketing |
Academic fee per year is approximately ₹1.34 lakh
Multiplying by three years gives about ₹4.02 lakh total tuition