Course comparison
DCA vs ADCA
The two most-asked-about computer diplomas — the difference is depth and length.
Side by side
| DCA | ADCA | |
|---|---|---|
| Field | Foundation & Computer Courses | Foundation & Computer Courses |
| Starts from | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| Complete programme | ₹3,200 | ₹7,200 |
| Levels | 3 | 3 |
| Duration | 3 mo | 6 mo |
| Modules | 8 | 9 |
| Lessons | 60 | 100 |
| Tools | Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint | MS Office, Tally, Photoshop, CorelDRAW |
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All fees are in Indian Rupees and include applicable taxes.
Which should you choose?
DCA (Diploma in Computer Applications) covers computer fundamentals, office tools and the basics — enough for everyday office work. ADCA (Advanced DCA) includes everything in DCA and adds more — accounting, DTP and additional applications over a longer duration. If you want a quick, affordable foundation, DCA; if you want a fuller qualification, ADCA.
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