Established in 1962, Punjabi University, Patiala is a distinguished state public university and notably the second in the world to be named after a language. Originally founded to promote the Punjabi language, art, and literature, it has evolved into a massive multi-disciplinary institution spread over a 600-acre lush green campus. The university is recognized with a NAAC A+ grade, reflecting its high standards in research and teaching across more than 70 departments.

The university offers over 150 academic programs ranging from certificate to doctoral levels. While deeply rooted in humanities and linguistic studies, it provides modern, industry-aligned courses in Engineering (B.Tech/M.Tech), Business Management (MBA), Pharmacy, Law, and Computer Applications (MCA) and (BCA).

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), including an integrated (3+1) BCA (Honours with Research) program.

Around ₹10,000 – ₹20,000 per year for regular BCA

• There are 15 residential hostels (7 for boys and 8 for girls) accommodating over 4,000 students.
• A specialized collection of nearly 100,000 books focusing on Punjabi language, Sikh religion, and Punjab history.
• A 24/7 medical facility providing free consultation and medicines to students.
• A dedicated fleet of buses connects the campus to various parts of Patiala city.
• On-campus Post Office, State Bank of India branch, and a Model School for staff/community children.

For Punjabi University Patiala’s BCA (Honours with Research), you need 10+2 in any stream with 50% (45% for SC/ST) and Mathematics as a subject, with admissions often via merit (60%), aptitude (20%), and interview (20%) for the 3+1 program.