CDAC Noida: Admission, Courses, Placement, Cutoff

Centre for Development of Advanced Computing - [C-DAC] ,Noida ,Uttar Pradesh

Overview

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) established in 1994 as a premier research institution within the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY). The institution operates under AICTE approval to serve as an affiliate of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) while maintaining NBA accreditation.

The fees at CDAC range from ₹50,000 to ₹1.53 lakh annually across its M.Tech MCA MBA (IT) Diploma and PG Diploma programs. The M.Tech program at CDAC costs ₹1,22,000 per year and both MCA and MBA (IT) programs cost ₹1,32,000 annually. Students need to pay between ₹81,000 and ₹90,000 for each of the PG Diploma programs in AI, Big Data, and Embedded Systems.

Students at CDAC achieve 90% placement success and find employment with top companies including Nagaro, Yamaha, Cisco, and Infosys which offer salaries reaching ₹17 LPA though the average compensation package amounts to between ₹7-8 LPA.

Quick Highlights

Particulars	Details
Established	1994
Accreditation	AICTE-approved, NBA recognized
Affiliation	Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
Programs Offered	M.Tech, MCA, MBA (IT), Diploma, PG Diploma
Popular Specializations	Computer Science, IT, VLSI, AI, Big Data, Embedded Systems
Fee Range	₹50,000 – ₹1.53 lakh per year
Admission Criteria	GATE, IPU-CET, CUET PG, CAT, MAT, C-CAT
Placement Rate	90%
Highest Salary Package	₹17 LPA
Average Salary Package	₹7-8 LPA
Top Recruiters	Nagaro, Yamaha, Cisco, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture

Centre for Development of Advanced Computing - [C-DAC] ,Noida ,Uttar Pradesh

Programs

CDAC provides five different academic programs including M.Tech, MCA, MBA (IT), Diploma, and PG Diploma which cost between ₹50,000 and ₹1.53 lakh annually to study AI, Big Data along with Embedded Systems and IT.

Course	Fees (1st Year/Total)
M.Tech (CS, IT, VLSI)	₹1,22,000
MCA	₹1,32,000
MBA (IT)	₹1,32,000
PG Diploma (AI, Big Data, Embedded Systems, Software Development)	₹81,000 - ₹90,000
PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics	₹1.04 Lakh

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

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Bachelor of Arts [BA]

1 courses • 3 years

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Centre for Development of Advanced Computing - [C-DAC] ,Noida ,Uttar Pradesh

Admissions

Students can obtain admission at CDAC through GATE, IPU-CET, CUET PG, CAT, MAT and C-CAT examinations. After students receive their selection the admission process requires online registration along with document submission and payment of fees to confirm their enrollment.

Course	Eligibility
M.Tech (CS, IT, VLSI)	B.Tech from a recognized university
MCA	BCA from a recognized university
MBA (IT)	Any graduate from a recognized university
PG Diploma (AI, Big Data, Embedded Systems, Software Development)	B.Tech in CS/IT with 50% marks
PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics	Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

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FAQs related to Admissions

1. What are the entrance exams for CDAC admission?

Scores of GATE, IPU CET, CUET PG, CAT, MAT and C-CAT are used for making the admission for the course.

2. How can I apply for admission in CDAC?

Upon their selection, the candidates are required to fill out the application form online, submit all the required documents and the fee.

Centre for Development of Advanced Computing - [C-DAC] ,Noida ,Uttar Pradesh

Placements

At CDAC, the placement rate is 90% and salaries can range up to ₹17 LPA, average roundly ₹7-8 LPA, and a minimum of ₹3 LPA that is offered by top recruiters like Nagaro, Yamaha, Cisco, Infosys and so on.

Key Metrics	Placement Statistics
Placement Rate	90%
Highest Salary Package	₹17 LPA
Average Salary Package	₹7-8 LPA
Top Recruiters	Nagaro, Yamaha, Cisco, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture

FAQS

1. What is the CDAC placement rate ?

CDAC has a very good placement rate of 90%, where top companies keep on coming in different domains for student recruitments.

2. How much is the CDAC salary?

The salaries range from ₹3 LPA (minimum) to ₹17 LPA (highest) and average/package of ₹7-8 LPA.

Centre for Development of Advanced Computing - [C-DAC] ,Noida ,Uttar Pradesh

Infrastructure

CDAC provides infrastructure including a large number of advanced labs, smart classrooms, a digital library, high speed internet, research centers among others. Additionally, there are the hostels, sports facilities and a cafeteria which makes it convenient for the students.

Facility	Details
Laboratories	Advanced computing, AI, Big Data, and Embedded Systems labs
Classrooms	Smart classrooms with teaching aids
Library	Digital library with online and offline resources
Internet	High-speed Wi-Fi across the campus
Sports Facilities	Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
Cafeteria	Hygienic food with multiple cuisine options
Research Centers	Dedicated R&D facilities for innovation
Auditorium	Large hall for seminars and events

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

1. Does CDAC provide hostel facilities for students?

Yes, CDAC offers hostel accommodation with essential amenities for students.

2. What are the facilities available on the CDAC campus?

It has advanced labs, smart classrooms, digital library, high speed Wi-Fi, hostels, sports facility, cafeteria and research centers.