Updated on May 15, 2025 10:40 IST

Commerce careers offer so many opportunities, with common career avenues for graduates being Accounting, Banking, Finance, Marketing, and many more. Hence, graduates can work as Financial Analysts, Accountants, Accounts Managers, Tax Consultants, etc. 

Commerce salary offered at entry-level positions ranges between INR 2.5 LPA, approx, for mid-level profiles, INR 5.4 LPA approx, and for senior-level profiles INR 10 LPA approx. Some Commerce graduates choose to pursue further education, such as CA, CS or MBA, to enhance their career prospects.

The top recruiters where candidates can kickstart their Commerce career are ICICI, HDFC, SBI, PNB, RBI, LIC, KPMG etc. The popular colleges that offer Commerce courses are SRCC, Ramjas College, Christ University, Hindu College, Hansraj College, etc.

Top Careers in Commerce

A Commerce career has a lot of promise for those who are interested in it because there is always a need for skilled people. What matters, in the end, is whether or not one has a passion for it. To develop a niche in this sector, one must be focused, dedicated, and driven. 

Commerce graduates can join the following industries after earning a Commerce degree:

Commerce Jobs

Commerce Salary

Junior Accountants

INR 2.5 LPA

Accounts Executives

INR 3.8 LPA

Data Analysts

INR 6.4 LPA

Wealth Managers

INR 7.2 LPA

Cashiers

INR 2.2 LPA

Note - The salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

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  1. Social Commerce
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  3. Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality
  4. Chatbots
  5. Influencer Marketing
  6. Voice Search
  7. Personalized Shopping Experiences
  8. E-commerce

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Some areas of recruitment for Commerce graduates are as follows:

Key Areas

Description

Finance

Young professionals can enter the finance industry as Financial Market Dealers, Economic Research Managers, Risk Analysts, Cash & Credit Managers and so on.

Accounts

You can also work in roles like Accountant Manager, Finance Manager, Project Manager, Account Executive, Financial Adviser, Executive Assistant, Chartered Accountant, etc

Law

Commerce students can pursue a career in this area as it can provide them with various roles like Attorney, Lawyer or Legal Manager. 

Taxation

Students can work as Chartered Accountants, tax consultants, tax experts, financial risk managers, lecturers, senior tax administrators and more.

Management

The professionals can find work as Production Managers, Data Analysts, Research Analysts, Business Development Managers and others in this sector.

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Courses in Commerce

Below is an overview of the most popular further education paths for Commerce graduates in India and abroad -

Courses

Description

BCom

It is a UG degree program designed to provide students with a strong foundation in various aspects of commerce, business and finance.

MCom

You will get to study subjects like Accounting, Taxation, Business Studies, Statistics, Economics, Finance, and International Business.

BEd

If you want to teach after Commerce, pursuing a B.Ed qualifies you to become a school teacher.

MBA

For a career in finance, you can also go for an MBA with a specialization in Finance.

CA

It involves practices like accounting, auditing, taxation and financial assessment.

CS

A Company Secretary manages tax returns, legal compliance, and record-keeping, and advises the board of directors on regulatory matters.

CFA

Commerce professionals often pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation for global recognition.

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Top Recruiters for Commerce Graduates in India

Commerce candidates are hired for entry-level positions in fields such as finance, accountancy, marketing, retail, human resources, and administration. Auditing and accounting firms, in addition to insurance and financial institutions, employ Commerce graduates. 

The following are some of the top Commerce recruiters in India who hire graduates:

Top Recruiters

SBI

Punjab National Bank

ICICI Bank

Citibank

HDFC

Pricewaterhouse Cooper

RBS

Deloitte

IndusInd Bank

KPMG

Ernest & Young

TFC

LIC

New India Assurance

Bajaj Allianz

United India Insurance

HDFC Life

ICICI Prudential

Kotak Life

Max Bupa

Best Commerce Colleges for Placements 

Commerce courses in prestigious colleges frequently highlight strong placement histories. These colleges maintain specialized placement cells that work closely with industry collaborators to organise recruitment events, internships and various career prospects for students. 

Below are details of some distinguished institutions and their placement outcomes for Commerce graduates:

Commerce Colleges

Median Salary 

Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women's University

42.5 LPA

Masters' Union

30.92 LPA

K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce

28.54 LPA

Gandhi Memorial National College

22.82 LPA

Naveen Government College

19.96 LPA

Govt. Degree College for Women

17.5 LPA

University of Lucknow

14.4 LPA

KSG College of Arts and Science

14.02 LPA

Krishna Chandra College

13.44 LPA

Note - This info is taken from the official website/media reports/NIRF website and may vary.

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  • Popular Commerce Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Commerce Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Commerce Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location
  • Popular Commerce UG Courses
  • Popular Commerce PG Courses
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Popular Commerce Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Commerce Colleges in India. Learn more about these Commerce colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
27 Courses
2.5 L - 9 L
7.26 - 7.78 LPA

#39 India Today

Accounting & Commerce Applications open. Apply Now

1.4 L - 11.07 L
4.8 - 6.14 LPA

#13 India Today

2 Courses
87.73 K
4.5

#1 India Today

3 Courses
432 - 540
8.4 LPA

#3 India Today

43.41 K - 3.82 L
4 - 6.66 LPA

#6 India Today

2 Courses
55.95 K - 86.01 K
9.24 - 9.5 LPA

#2 India Today

Popular Private Commerce Colleges in India

2.76 L - 13.2 L
3.6

#49 India Today

Accounting & Commerce Applications open. Apply Now

2 Courses
30 L - 34.5 L
5.04 L - 9.96 L

Accounting & Commerce Applications open. Apply Now

3 Courses
38.34 K - 73.5 K
1.44 - 1.68 LPA
1.8 L - 6.52 L
3.0

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Commerce. Students interested in pursuing a career on Commerce, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

6 Jun ' 26

SAT India exam (June attempt)

22 Aug ' 26

SAT India Exam (August) Attempt

Feb '26 - Apr '26

SNUCEE 2026 Registration Phase 1

TENTATIVE

6 Jun ' 26 - 7 Jun ' 26

CUET UG 2026 Recheduled Exam

To Be Notified:

CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key

TENTATIVE

6 Jul ' 26 - 19 Jul ' 26

CA inter Sep 2026 Registration

Jul '26

CA inter May 2026 Result

TENTATIVE

Popular Commerce Specializations

Following are the most popular Commerce Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Most Popular Courses

Following are the most popular Commerce courses, based on alumni reviews. Explore these reviews to choose the best course in Commerce.

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for Commerce based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).

Popular Commerce UG Courses

Following are the most popular Commerce UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Commerce PG Courses

Following are the most popular Commerce PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Follow the list of pointers below to know how to check the  SIES College of Commerce and Economics merit list. 

  • Go to the official website of the college
  • Look for the 'admission notice' section on the page
  • Check if the merit list has been released for the preferred course.

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Answered 2 hours ago

SIES College of Commerce and Economics cutoff 2026 was published for admission to the BCom course for round 1. 

For the General AI category, the round 1 cutoff varied from 52.5 to 85 for various BCom course branches. Candidates who want admission to this course need to attain a percentile of at least

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 3 hours ago

Yes, you can get into this college with a percentile of 60% if you belong to the General AI category. The SIES College of Commerce and Economics cutoff 2026 was released for the first round of admission to different UG course specialisations. 

For the General AI category, the cutoff varied from 52.5

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 3 hours ago

The BCom course cutoff varies for different All India categories and rounds. The Muland College of Commerce cutoff 2026 was released up to round 2. 

For the General AI category, the round 2 cutoff for the BCom course varied from 61.17 to 87. Hence, students who want admission to the BCom course and i

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 3 hours ago

The percentage required for MCC Muland College for admission to the UG-level courses would depend on the category and chosen course. 

The MCC Mulan Cutoff 2026 was published for admission to BCom, BSc, and BMM courses for various All India categories. For the General AI category, the minimum percenti

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 4 hours ago

MIT School of Business and Computer Applications, MIT-ADT University offer a total of 60 seats for BCom programme. Please note, this number is taken from the official sources. It can change.

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Raj Priya

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Answered 4 hours ago

The total tuition fee of BCom at MIT School of Business and Computer Applications, MIT-ADT University is INR 4.9 lakh. Please note, this number is taken from the official sources. It can change.

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Raj Priya

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Answered 5 hours ago

Students cannot complete BCom at NIMS School of Business in one year. It is offered for three years only. The programme is divided in six semesters. Students have to complete all semesters to finish their degree. 

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Yes, direct admissions in BCom at NIMS School of Business are possible. Admissions are Class 12 merit based. The school may also consider CUET-UG scores, if applicable. Eligible students can apply by visiting the official website.

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Students with more than 60% marks in Class 12 are eligible for the scholarship offered by the school. Such students get some percentage of first year tuition fee waiver. Candidates with 95% and above marks get 100% scholarship on first year tuition fee.  

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Students have to fill an application form and submit it before deadline. Forms are available on the official university website. Seat allotment process is conducted by university only. It is based on merit. Shortlisted candidates can submit documents and pay first year fee to confirm admissions.

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Application fee is INR 1,000 for BCom. Students have to pay the fee during application form filling process. Forms are released on official university website. Students can pay the fee online.

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Registrations for the course may start after Class 12 result announcements. The application forms may get released in April or May. It is highlighted that registration timeline mentioned here is in general. The actual application dates may differ. Students can check official website for more informa

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Yes, the school provides hostels for BCom students. It provides AC and Non-AC seater rooms for both girls and boys. Candidates opting for hostels have to pay extra charges for the same. The fee for hostel is different and depends on the accommodation type.  

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Total fee for BCom is INR 7.05 lakh, as per Shiksha. It includes tuition fee, hostel charges, and other components. Hostel facility is optional. Students who don't want accomodation, do not have to pay hostel charges.

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

Yes, the school offers a BCom/BCom (H) programme in full-time mode. It is offered for three years. Admissions in the course are Class 12 merit based. The school may accept CUET scores as well. Application forms are to be submitted through official university website.  

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Bipasha Jha

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Answered 5 hours ago

To get a seat at Mulund College of Commerce, students have to first clear the eligibility rules ( 10+2 with 45% aggregate), since admission for BCom, BSc, and BMM courses is based on merit. The students can register on the official website and wait for the college to release the merit list. 

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Answered 6 hours ago

Mulund College of Commerce cutoff 2026 for the General AI category ranged from 53 to 87 for various UG-level courses, like BCom, BSc, BMM, etc.

The cutoff has been released up to 2 rounds for various All India categories. To know the round 2 cutoff range for all other All India categories, see below.

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 7 hours ago

Yes, you can get admission to the BCom Hons course at CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar with 60% marks in Class 12. The minimum marks required to apply for the course are not specified by the college. Students with passing marks can apply.

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered 7 hours ago

Those students who fulfil the eligibility criteria can apply for the BCom programme at CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar. The application process of the course is online. Students can see the eligibility criteria below:

CourseEligibility Criteria
BComPassed Class 12 in any stream from any recognised board

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 7 hours ago

Yes, the CKD Institute of Management and Technology provides various scholarships to its students. The scholarships are provided based on marks, as per Punjab government rules, and to the brilliant students holding university positions.

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered 7 hours ago

BCom at CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar is generally considered a good choice, as it offers BCom in full time with many facilities. The facilities include air-conditioned classrooms, a big library, a cafeteria, a seminar hall, etc. But students must explore more colleges to choo

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered 8 hours ago

The total number of seats available at CKD Institute of Management and Technology Amritsar for BCom programme is 60. The seats are allocated to the students based on merit of Class 12. Students have to satisfy the eligibility criteria.

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered 8 hours ago

The CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar application process is online. Those who want to apply for the course must visit the admission page of the institute. The candidates must fulfil the eligibility before applying.

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered 8 hours ago

Yes, the admission to the BCom programme at CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar are open. Students who are willing to take admissions must visit the institute website. Prior applying candidates must check the eligibility criteria.

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered 8 hours ago

Yes, the CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar, offers BCom Hons programme in full time. The college offers this course at the undergraduate level. BCom at CKD IMT Amritsar is three years long, divided into six semesters. Admission is based on merit.

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered Yesterday

Yes, direct admission to the CKD Institute of Management and Technology, Amritsar BCom, is possible. The institute takes admission through the management quota. To apply through the management quota, candidates have to go to the campus of the college. Students still have to fulfil the basic educatio

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Anjali Sharma

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Answered Yesterday

There are two main steps in BCom admission process in Lords Universal College:

Step 1: Registration on the University of Mumbai Samarth portal

Step 2: Lords Universal College application

Admission in BCom is given on the basis of eligibility and merit. After document verification, selected students ar

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Saumya Gairola

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Answered Yesterday

Total BCom seats at Lords Universal College are distributed among course specialisations. the highest intake is for BCom programme at 720 seats. Course-wise seat intake is mentioned in the following table:

BCom programme

Seats

 

BCom

720

BCom (Management Studies)

300

BCom (Banking & Insurance)

180

BCom (Accounting & Finance)

60

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Saumya Gairola

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Answered Yesterday

Lords Universal College fee for BCom courses varies according to the specialisation. The fee is mentioned in the table below:

BCom programme

Total Course Fee

BCom

INR 30,820

BCom (Banking & Insurance)

INR 41,810

BCom (Management Studies)

INR 49,950

BCom (Accounting & Finance)

INR 55,570

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Saumya Gairola

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