One of my friends did Polytechnic in EEE after 10th & has now done BCA (Bachelors in computer applications), is he eligible for UPSC exam?
At present, his qualification is {SSC + 3-years Polytechnic + 3-years BCA B.Sc}. Will he be able to appear for UPSC exam? Will he be treated as a graduate as a minimum graduate degree is required for UPSC? Please answer asap.
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Yes, you are eligible, if he has done BCA from a recognized college/University by AIU. Further, BCA is an undergraduate degree, hence you are eligible if meeting the other criteria.
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