Why BCA Is More Relevant Than Ever

The perception of BCA as merely an alternative has vanished over the years. By 2025, an increasingly accelerating tech startup ecosystem in India will have seen BCA graduates enter critical roles within product teams, app development, data and cloud infrastructure. 

With more than 100,000 startups across the country, India's digital economy has an admirable opportunity for young talent who are equipped with practical technology skills, not merely degrees.  

So, what is driving the demand for BCA graduates?

1. Cost-Effective

Skilled Talent Startups need people who are already skilled, willing to learn, and cost-effective. BCA graduates can fit this sweet spot because they possess sufficient background knowledge, are fast learners, and can quickly grow into roles with the necessary hands-on training. 

2. Emergence of No-Code and Low-Code Platforms

The emergence of no-code and low-code tools and platforms such as Webflow, Glide, and Bubble has contributed to startups hiring BCA graduates in sample development, workflow management and general drawing without needing a consumer science degree.

3. Generalist mindset 

BCA students have received extensive training in programming, networking, databases, and software applications. They are effectively “generalists" and have unique skills that make them well-positioned to take on many roles in a small, fast-paced team. 

4. Growth of Arbitrary 

Tech and SaaS Startups/foundational IP and SaaS startups, such as fintech, edtech, AI, and cybersecurity firms, have been recruiting entry-level tech graduates, whether from BCA or not.

Career Prospects for BCA in Startups

BCA graduates join numerous hands-on roles, including:

• Web Developers and Front-End Engineers

• App Developers (Android/iOS with Flutter or React Native)

• QA Testers and Automation Analysts

• Cloud/DevOps Assistants

• Junior Data Analysts

• Product Support Engineers in SaaS startups

One key difference with these roles is that they have a clear growth path, as many start-ups tend to promote employees quickly based on their performance rather than just experience.

How Students Can Differentiate Themselves

If you're studying BCA and are looking to work at a startup, here are the priorities:

• Portfolio: Build a portfolio. Contribute to some open-source projects or host your own. Make sure you have a live GitHub profile.

• Tools: Learn relevant tools, JavaScript frameworks, SQL, Firebase, and basic knowledge of cloud tools like AWS or Azure.

• Intern early: Experience matters more than theoretical knowledge. Try sourcing remote or freelance internships from the 2nd year onwards.

• Stay startup aware: Keep reading about what's happening in the market. Follow Indian tech startups and understand their business models.

Final Thoughts 

With regards to BCA, students at MBS College enjoy great facilities, having access to smart computer labs, cloud-enabled workstations and project-based learning arrangements. Our program highlights practical skills in response to industry demand, such as web development, data analytics, the basics of DevOps and application development. 

MBS College continually offers internships and hackathons to provide students with a genuine startup-like experience year after year. Therefore, should you want a future-ready BCA program that prepares you to work in the rapidly evolving tech startup world, then MBS College offers a smart option for you.