Archive · 28 Jan 2026
MCA Graduates Show 71% Employability
MCA graduates have a 71% chance of getting jobs in the IT sector.
The IT industry in India is growing, with 1.8 million jobs expected in 2025.
While web development is changing due to AI, it's not disappearing.
AI and machine learning are important skills to learn for better job opportunities.
For students with low GATE scores, it's still possible to get into good MTech programs in tier II/III IITs or NITs.
Repeating a class due to health issues is also an option.
The key is to focus on emerging technologies and prepare well for the future.
MCA graduates have a 71% employability rate in the IT sector.
India's IT sector demand is projected to reach 1.8 million roles in 2025, a 16% growth.
Web development is transforming due to AI, but developers need to become AI managers.
Entry-level AI/ML roles offer higher salaries (Rs 6-8 LPA) compared to traditional web development (Rs 4-6 LPA).
Students with low GATE scores can still get into tier II/III IITs or NITs for MTech programs.
- Who
- MCA graduates, IT professionals, students, and career counselor Nayagam PP
- What
- Discussion on career prospects for MCA graduates and advice on pursuing MTech with low GATE scores
- When
- Present and future job market trends
- Where
- India
- Why
- To provide guidance on career choices and employability in the IT sector
- Employability Rate for MCA Graduates
- 71%
- India's IT Sector Demand in 2025
- 1.8 million roles (16% growth)
- Entry-Level AI/ML Salary
- Rs 6 to 8 LPA
- Entry-Level Web Development Salary
- Rs 4 to 6 LPA
- AI Market Job Growth in India
- 39%
- Salary Premium for AI Specialists
- 30-35%
- GATE Score for IIIT Bangalore MTech CSE
- 480-583 (2023-2024)
- GATE Score for IIIT Hyderabad MTech CSE
- Above 650