Question 1

What Are the Passing Criteria for a Student? (KTU 2024 Scheme)

Accepted Answer

To PASS a course under KTU 2024 Scheme, a student must meet both conditions:
1️⃣ ESE Requirement (External Exam)
The student must score at least 24 marks out of 60(40% of ESE &ndash; End Semester Examination).
2️⃣ Total Marks Requirement
The student must score at least 50 marks total (Internal + External).
If any one condition is not met &rarr; FAIL

📘 All Possible Clear Examples (6 Cases)
These examples cover every type of pass/fail situation, so students can understand easily.

Case 1: Minimu

Question 2

Does KTU allow the use of a scribe during examinations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) officially permits the use of a scribe (writer) for students with permanent or temporary disabilities that prevent them from writing examinations.
As per the KTU Notification No. KTU/AD(CONFIDENTIAL)/1116/2024, dated 19 March 2024, and in line with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016, the following norms apply:

The use of a scribe is allowed for:

Blind or visually impaired students, and

Students with physical or medic

Question 3

What is an APAAR ID (Academic Bank of Credits ID), and how can students create it?

Accepted Answer

The APAAR ID (Academic Bank of Credits ID) is a unique 12-digit identification number provided to every student in India under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.It is created through the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) system to digitally store and manage your academic credits earned from recognized institutions.
🎓 Purpose of APAAR ID:

Stores your academic records and credits in one place.

Helps you transfer credits between universities or colleges.

Acts as a digital academic ID lin

Question 4

What are SGPA and CGPA in KTU, and how are they calculated for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students?

Accepted Answer

Under the KTU 2024 regulations for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) programmes, student performance is evaluated using SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average) and CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average).

SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average):It is the weighted average of grade points obtained in all courses of a semester.
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CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average):It represents the overall academic performance across all semesters.
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Example:If a student earns grade points of 9, 8, and 7 in three courses wi

Question 5

What is the grading system followed for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) under KTU 2024 regulations?

Accepted Answer

🎓 Grade and Grade Points

Grades
Grade Point (GP)
% of Total Marks Obtained in the Course

S
10
90% and above

A+
9.0
85% and above but less than 90%

A
8.5
80% and above but less than 85%

B+
8.0
75% and above but less than 80%

B
7.5
70% and above but less than 75%

C+
7.0
65% and above but less than 70%

C
6.5
60% and above but less than 65%

D
6.0
55% and above but less than 60%

P (Pass)
5.5
50% and above but less than 55%

F (Fail)
0
Below 50% overall (CIE + ESE)OrBelow 40%

Question 6

Can BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students transfer colleges, take a break of study, or remain absent for a long period under KTU regulations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Inter-college transfer, break of study, and rules for long absence are all covered under the KTU 2024 regulations.

Inter-College Transfer:Students can apply for a transfer to another KTU-affiliated college, usually after the 2nd semester, subject to seat availability and university approval.

Break of Study:A student may apply for a break of study due to valid reasons such as medical issues, start-up ventures, or internships. The break must be approved by the Principal and the University

Question 7

Are grace marks and activity points available for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students under KTU?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under the KTU 2024 regulations, grace marks and activity points are applicable to both BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students.

Grace Marks:Students who represent their college, university, or state in officially approved sports, arts, or technical events are eligible for grace marks.The amount of grace marks depends on the level of participation and KTU guidelines &mdash; generally up to 5% of total marks per semester.

Activity Points:Every student must earn 100 activity points (equivalen

Question 8

Are internships and industrial visits mandatory for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students under KTU, and when are they conducted?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Both internships and industrial visits are mandatory components of the BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) programmes under KTU 2024 regulations.
Students usually complete their internship during the summer semester &mdash; typically after the 6th or 7th semester, as per the academic plan. The internship is evaluated through Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) based on reports, presentations, and performance.
Industrial visits (IVs) are also a required part of the curriculum to provide industry ex

Question 9

What happens if a BBA (Hons.) or BCA (Hons.) student fails a subject, and how long can backlogs be cleared?

Accepted Answer

If a student fails a subject in any semester, they can reappear for the exam during the next available supplementary or regular examination conducted by KTU.
Students get a maximum of 6 years (the 4-year course duration plus an additional 2-year grace period) to clear all backlogs and complete the degree requirements.
If the syllabus of a course changes, students are allowed to write supplementary exams under the old syllabus for two chances only. After that, the exam will be based on the new sy

Question 10

How are internal and external marks calculated for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students under KTU?

Accepted Answer

Each course under the BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) programmes is evaluated through Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) and End Semester Examination (ESE).

For most theory courses, marks are divided as:

Internal (CIE): 40%

External (ESE): 60%

Internal Evaluation (CIE) includes two internal exams, assignments, class participation, case studies, or other continuous assessments decided by the faculty.

External Evaluation (ESE) is conducted by the university or college at the end of each

Question 11

What are the attendance requirements and relaxations for BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) students under KTU?

Accepted Answer

Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in each course to be eligible for the End Semester Examination (ESE).
In special cases like medical or personal reasons, attendance can be condoned up to 60% by the Principal, but this relaxation can be used only for two semesters during the entire programme and requires payment of a condonation fee.

Additional relaxations:

Menstrual Leave: 2% attendance relaxation

PWD (Persons with Disabilities): 5% attendance relaxation

Students repr

Question 12

What is the difference between BBA (Hons.) and BBA (Hons.) with Minor?

Accepted Answer

BBA (Hons.):

A 4-year degree programme with a total of 170 credits.
Students complete the regular curriculum prescribed by KTU.
Focuses mainly on core business and management subjects.

BBA (Hons.) with Minor:

Also a 4-year programme, but with 190 credits in total.
Students earn an additional 20 credits by studying specialized courses from another discipline (Minor area).
Designed for students who want extra specialization &mdash; for example, a BBA (Hons.) student can take a Minor in are

Question 13

How many total credits are required to complete the BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) programmes?

Accepted Answer

For BBA (Hons.):

Total: 170 credits (167 academic + 3 activity credits)
For BBA (Hons.) with Minor: 190 credits (includes 20 additional credits for Minor coursework)

For BCA (Hons.):

Total: 170 credits (167 academic + 3 activity credits)

Question 14

What is the duration of the BBA/BCA (Hons.) programme under KTU ?

Accepted Answer

The BBA (Hons.) and BCA (Hons.) programmes each have a duration of 4 years (8 semesters).

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