Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA-TE)

Duration: 1 Year

Program Details

Affiliated with Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar

The Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) – Teacher Education is a specialized one-year professional program offered by M.K. College of Education, affiliated with Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar. The program is designed to empower educators with advanced knowledge and practical skills in computer applications, emphasizing their effective integration into teaching and learning processes.

Ideal for both in-service and aspiring teachers, the PGDCA (Teacher Education) program bridges the gap between technology and pedagogy, preparing educators to meet the demands of modern, technology-driven classrooms. The curriculum includes core areas such as computer fundamentals, educational technology, multimedia applications, and ICT-based instructional design.

Aligned with the vision of 21st-century education and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the program promotes technology-enabled, inclusive, and innovative teaching practices, enabling educators to enhance learning outcomes and contribute effectively to digital and transformative education environments.

Program Outcomes

On successful completion of the one year PGDCA (TE) programme, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the technical knowhow in field of IT Application.
  • Design and develop basic IT Application as per customer requirements.
  • Work as a team member and team leader as an when needed.
  • Render efficient skills to climb the hierarchy of an organization.
  • Exhibit skills for a continuous and lifelong learning.
  • Understand and dispatch his Professional and Ethical responsibilities towards self and society at large.

Program Specific Outcomes

On successful completion, students will be able to:

  • Train graduate students in basic computer technology concepts and information technology applications.
  • Enhance their career opportunities in the software development sector in the state.
  • Develop confidence in handling information applications.
  • Enable students to decide in choosing the options available if the students wishes to go for further studies.
  • Expose the students to Open Source technologies so that they become familiar with it and can seek appropriate opportunity in trade and industry.
  • Develop real life IT application as part of the study.

Career Prospects

  • ICT Instructor in Schools and Teacher Training Colleges
  • Computer Teacher (Primary to Senior Secondary Level)
  • E-Content Developer
  • Online Teaching Facilitator
  • Technical Support Staff in Educational Institutions
  • Edupreneur (Start Online Coaching / Digital Learning Platform)
Eligibility Criteria

Pass with 45% aggregate marks in Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.

There will be relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST/OBC categories

The reservation will be applicable as per Punjab Govt. Policy

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Fee & Scholarship
S.No. Scholarship Name Details
1 CTSET Scholarship Scheme
  • Establishment of a collective scholarship fund of ₹20 crore to support students across academic programmes.
  • Scholarships to be awarded based on performance in CTSET or any other assessment mechanism approved/notified by the University.
  • Scholarship slabs (Slab 2) shall be applicable as per the approved fee structure.
  • Continuation of the scholarship shall be subject to academic performance and institutional norms.
2 CT Alumni Scholarship Scheme
  • Top Slab (>85%) plus 25% one-time discount on first semester fee only will be given to all Alumni Students.
  • The Top Slab shall continue throughout all semesters.
  • If the student already has a uniform, even if admission was taken in a previous year but the course was not completed and re-admission is sought, no Uniform Fee and Library Fee shall be charged.
  • The condition is that the student must not have taken a refund of those fees earlier.
  • Applicable to graduates of CT Institutions enrolling in higher-level programmes within the CT Group.
  • In case of course change, Uniform Fee shall be payable as per the revised course.
3 Sibling Fee-Waiver Scheme
  • If an existing student brings his/her sibling for admission, the newly admitted student shall receive Top Slab plus 25% one-time discount on first semester fee.
  • The Top Slab shall continue throughout all semesters for the first sibling.
  • Proof of sibling relationship and concurrent enrollment shall be mandatory.
4 Teachers Scholarship (Non CT Group) - (Blood Relation Only)
  • If the ward of a Teaching Staff member of any School/College affiliated with a recognized School Board or University takes admission with us, Top Slab (85% & Above Slab) plus 25% one-time discount on first semester fee will be given.
  • Conditions:
  • Parent must be a regular Teacher/In-Service.
  • The Board (CBSE/PSEB/ICSE etc.) or University must be recognized.
  • Parent should have at least one year of Job Experience Certificate.
5 CT Staff/Supporting Staff Ward
  • For CT Staff/Supporting Staff Wards, Top Slab plus 25% discount on every semester fee shall be provided.
  • The staff member must have completed at least one year of service with the institution.
6 Special Educational Fee Concession for Children of Serving Armed Forces Personnel (Only for First Semester)
  • Applicable to candidates whose one parent is actively serving in the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Police, CRPF, or other recognized forces.
  • Fee Concession Structure:
    • Punjab Domicile: 25% of Semester Fee
    • Outside Punjab: 50% of Semester Fee
  • Relevant service and domicile documents shall be mandatory.
CONDITIONS APPLY:
  • The scholarship will be provided only after submission of the full fee.
  • The fee shall be non-refundable.