To be eligible for the MCA degree program at Arunai Engineering College in Chennai, candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from a recognized university. Additionally, they must have a minimum aggregate score of 50% in their undergraduate studies. Candidates with a valid score in entrance exams such as TANCET or any other equivalent national-level exam are preferred. It is also essential for candidates to have a strong foundation in mathematics and computer programming languages. Prior work experience in the field of computer applications may be an added advantage.