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Commerce is a popular field of study among students after Class 12. Those who have an interest in financial information/transactions, trading of economic value, etc. often consider studying Commerce subjects after Class 12. The Commerce course can be pursued at the undergraduate as well as postgraduate level. UG level Commerce courses offered to aspirants include BComBBACACSBBA LLB, BBM, BSc, etc. At the PG level, popular Commerce programs are MComMBAMPhilMSc, etc. Generally speaking, UG courses in Commerce are of three years duration whereas; PG and Doctoral programmes are of two years duration.

The Commerce subjects broadly cover various facets of Accounting, Business, Management, Finance, and Banking domains whilst equipping the students with managerial skills, thus enhancing employment opportunities. In this article, Shiksha brings you a detailed account on the Commerce subjects, specialisations and colleges.

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List of Commerce Subjects

As mentioned above, the commerce course can be pursued at various levels such as undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. The courses are available in full-time, part-time and online modes of education.

List of Commerce Subjects: UG-Level

The undergraduate Commerce syllabus is spread across six semesters. Each semester has various Commerce subjects which deal with management studies. Check out the table below to know a few of the Commerce subjects offered at the undergraduate degree level:

Commerce Course

Commerce Subjects

BCom

1.       Financial Accounting

2.       Company Law

3.       Indirect Tax Laws

4.       Auditing and Corporate Governance

5.       Fundamentals of Financial Management

6.       Business Organisation and Management

7.       Elective Courses such as Macroeconomics, Foreign Exchange Markets, etc.

8.       Language: English/Hindi/Modern Language

BCom (Honors)

1.       Environmental Studies

2.       Financial Accounting

3.       Business Laws

4.       Corporate Laws

5.       Corporate Accounting

6.       Business Mathematics

7.       Auditing and Corporate Governance

8.       Indirect Tax Laws

9.       Principles of Marketing

10.   Income Tax Law and Practice

11.   Computer Applications in Business

12.   Human Resource Management

BBA

1.       Introduction to Business Studies

2.       Business Accounting

3.       Principles of Macroeconomics

4.       Business Communication

5.       Business Mathematics

6.       Organization Behaviour

7.       Management Accounting

8.       Elements of IT

9.       Operations Research

10.   Business Law

11.   Fundamentals of Quality Management

BA in Business Economics

1.       Economics of Firm Strategy

2.       Economics of Money and Banking

3.       Managerial Economics

4.       Basic Financial Accounting

5.       Entrepreneurial Development

6.       Marketing

7.       Statistics for Business Analytics

8.       Macroeconomics

9.       Fiscal Economics

10.   International Economics

11.   Financial Markets

12.   Indian Economics and Economic Reforms

List of Commerce Subjects: PG-Level

Commerce syllabus for post-graduation programmes is spread across four semesters. Every semester has various Commerce subjects based on the course and programme. Check out the table below to know a few of the Commerce subjects for PG-level courses:

Commerce Course

Commerce Subjects

MCom

1.       Business Statistics

2.       Managerial Economics

3.       Managerial Accounting

4.       Financial Planning

5.       Organisational Theory and Behaviour

6.       Quantitative Techniques for Business

7.       Financial Management and Policy

8.       Marketing Management

9.       Legal Aspects of Business

10.   Global Strategic Management

11.   Entrepreneurship

12.   Corporate Governance, Ethics and Social Responsibility of Business

MA (Hons) in Economics

1.       Economic History of India

2.       Principles of Economics

3.       Sociology

4.       Indian Economy Since Independence

5.       Micro Economics

6.       Development Economics

7.       Accounting and Financial Management

8.       Statistics for Economic Analysis

9.       Data Base of Indian Economy and Computer Analysis of Data

10.   Economics of Public Finance

11.   Economics of Agriculture

12.   Basics of Financial Markets

MBA

1.       Organizational Behaviour

2.       Economics

3.       Marketing Management

4.       Information Technology

5.       Business Communication

6.       Behavorial Science

7.       Foreign Business Language

8.       Research Methodology

9.       Company Report

10.   Productions and Operations Management

11.   Accounting and Finance

12.   Human Resource Management

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Top Commerce Specialisations

The Commerce course is offered across various specialisations, wherein the students can learn different Commerce subjects. The most popular Commerce specialisations are Accounting, Finance and Banking. Check out the table below to know the Commerce specialisations offered by various Commerce colleges in India:

Top Commerce Specialisations

Accounting and Finance

Banking and Finance

Banking and Insurance

Accounting and Taxation

Actuarial Science

Business Administration

Applied Economics

Financial Accounting

Human Resources

Entrepreneurship

Auditing

Investment Banking

Table of contents
  • 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

#36 India Today

1.4 L - 12.4 L
4.8 - 6.14 LPA

#9 The Week

2 Courses
87.73 K
4.5

#1 Outlook

3 Courses
432 - 540
8.4 LPA

#3 India Today

11 Courses
75.02 K - 4.52 L
4 - 6.66 LPA

#6 India Today

3 Courses
30.71 K - 66.13 K
5.45 - 6.05 LPA

#6 Outlook

Popular Private Commerce Colleges in India

2 Courses
2.4 L - 3.2 L
4.2

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45 K - 60 K
1 Course
1.4 L
4 Courses
2.33 L - 5.61 L
3.9
1.01 L - 1.69 L
3.6 LPA

#115 Outlook

3.24 L - 4.32 L
7.5 LPA

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.

3 Oct ' 26

SAT India Exam (October) Attempt

7 Nov ' 26

SAT India Exam (November) Attempt

Feb '26 - Apr '26

SNUCEE 2026 Registration Phase 1

TENTATIVE

9 Sep ' 26

CA Foundation Sep 2026 exam Paper 4

7 Sep ' 26

CA Foundation Sep 2026 exam Paper 3

17 Oct ' 26

CMA Dec 2026 Application Last Date (Inter & Final)

21 Oct ' 26

CMA Dec 2026 Application Last Date (Foundation)

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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Answered 6 days ago

SRCC scholarships are mainly comprised of need-cum-merit based scholarships to BCom (Hons) students as financial assistance. The scholarships offered at the insitute are mostly awarded on the basis of academic performance of the student and in some cases their background also. Some of the SSRC Schol

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aaradhy rastogi

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Answered a week ago

The starting salary for a Chartered Accountant (CA) abroad generally ranges from USD 45,000 to USD 75,000 per year (approx. INR 38 L to INR 63 L).

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Rohini Rawat

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

There are two ways for Indian students and professionals to be able to practice as a CA abroad - one by leveraging the mutual agreements that India has with other countries - it renders to reduced number of mandatory exams that need to be taken by Indian students. The second one is to go through the

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Abhishek Mehra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Canada and Australia are widely considered the best options for doing a CA abroad.

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Abhishek Khanna

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 weeks ago

To take admission in S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College BCom course, students should meet the eligibility criteria. Check below selection process:

  • For BCom, minimum 45% of aggregate marks are required in last qualifying exam for students from RBSE / CBSE and any other equivalent Board. Minimu

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, students can apply offline for BCom admission in S. S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College. For offline process, students can download the offline application form or obtain the form from the college campus. The duly filled application form shall be submitted to the office either by hand or o

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Follow the steps given below know to application process of S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College for BCom course:

  • Apply throught the official website.

  • Choose learning mode, select BCom.

  • Fill the online application form.

  • Pay the application fee in preferred method (credit card/ debit card/ UPI).

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, BCom admissions for the 2026-27 academic session at S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College are currently open for BCom. Students can apply online and offline for admission.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College BCom admission are based on the scores of Class 12. To be eligible students must pass Class 12 with 45% aggregate. Candidates are required to participate in the merit-based admission process to be considered for the final admission offer.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, students can get direct admission in BCom at S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College. Entrance exams are not required for admission in the college. The selection criteria for BCom admission is based on the scores in last qualifying exams.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, entrance tests are not required for selection in  BCom at S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College. The selection for BCom course is based on the merit. Students must submit the scores of last qualifying exams for admission.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The fee structure of the BCom course is very diverse due to its specialisation offerings. The BCom fee at Mithibai College ranges between INR 92,160 (BCom General) and INR 4,07,000 (BCom in Accounting and Finance).

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Divya Shakti Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 weeks ago

Aspirants must score a minimum of 48% in BCom or at least 55% aggregate in EAFM/ ABST to apply for MCom programme at S.S. Jain Subodh Girls College. Admission in MCom programme is purely based on merit of the candidates.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 3 weeks ago

BMS focuses on logical decision-making, corporate strategy and fixing practical management problems.

BBA teaches you foundations of running a company - covering general administration and leadership skills.

BCom is all about numbers - focusing heavily on accounting, taxation, economics and finance.

Particulars

BMS 

BCom

BBA

Full Name

Bachelor of Management Studies

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor's of Business Administration

Course Level

Undergraduate

Undergraduate

Undergraduate

Course Eligibility

Class 12 with 50 per cent marks

10+2 (Studied Commerce and Accountancy)

3 years

Entrance Exams

CUET, XET

IPU CET, CUET, Christ University Entrance Test, and DUET

NMIMS NPAT, SET, AIMA UGAT, CUET, IPM Aptitude Test, IPMAT, and IPU CET 

Popular Colleges

IIM Bodh Gaya, Shiv Nadar University, University of Mumbai 

SRCC, Ramjas College, Christ University, Hindu College, Hansraj College, etc.

Manipal University, Chandigarh University, IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, and Loyola College

Course Fees

INR 3 Lakh - INR 8 Lakh

INR 3000 to INR 60000

INR 50,000 to INR 6 Lakh and above

Job Profiles

Sales Executive, Marketing Executive, Human Resource Executive, Finance Manager, etc.

Financial Analyst, Accountant, Tax Consultant, Accounts Manager, etc.

HR Executive, Marketing Executive, Marketing Manager, Sales Executive, Research and Development Manager, etc.

Top Recruiters

Reliance, TCS, Honda, Accenture, Deloitte, and so on

ICICI, HDFC, SBI, PNB, RBI, LIC, KPMG, etc.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Hindustan Unilever, International Business Machines (IBM) Corp, Ernst & Young (EY), etc.

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Mamona Jain

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

To be eligible to apply for BCom at S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College, students must have minimum 45% of aggregate marks are required in last qualifying exam for students from RBSE / CBSE and any other equivalent Board. Minimum 60% of aggregate marks is required for students, who are not th

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

S.S. Jain Subodh Commerce and Arts College BCom total tuition fee is INR 48200 - INR 65200. Students must pay additional INR 1500 for Geography and INR 500 for Physical Education.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, many top colleges here offer BCom with integrated CA, CS, or CMA support. Christ University is particularly known for this combination. It's a smart move if you're serious about clearing CA early while still doing your degree.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

To become a Chartered Accountant (full form of CA) after class 12th, you need to first register yourself for the CA foundational course through Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

Then, you need to meet the eligibility criteria and clear the foundational and intermediate exam. You als

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, ICAI runs multiple scholarship schemes for students pursuing CA course. The scholarships are granted on two basis: need based or merit based.

Here is the scholarships offered by ICAI to CA aspirants -

Scholarship Name

Amount Awarded

Economically Weaker Intermediate Students

INR 1500 per month

Economically Weaker Final Students

INR 1500 per month

Merit-Cum-Need Based Scholarship

INR 2000 per month

Merit Scholarship

INR 2500 per month

For more details about the CA Scholarship Scheme, students can click here.

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

If you have a UG degree then you don't need to sit for CA Foundation. Having a UG degree gives you an instant pass to sit for CA Intermediate level. 

Stage

Eligibility

Duration

Eligibility Check

Must be a graduate/postgraduate with:

• Commerce stream – 55% marks

• Other streams – 60% marks

Immediately after Graduation

CA Intermediate Registration

Direct entry into Intermediate level (Foundation exempted)

Immediate

Orientation + IT Training

Must complete 4 weeks of Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (ICITSS)

1 month

Articleship (Internship)

Begin after completion of ICITSS

2 years

CA Intermediate Exam

Eligible after 8 months of study period post-registration

8 months study period

CA Final Preparation

Eligible to appear in Final 6 months before articleship completion

6–8 months

CA Final Exam

After completing 2 years of articleship

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Total Minimum Duration

From graduation to CA Final result (if cleared in first attempt)

3.5 to 4 years

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Bhavya Jain

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Answered a month ago

 A score of 350 is competitive and viable for categories like SC, ST, or lower EWS/OBC brackets as merit lists progress through later rounds.

CUET raw score cutoffs for the main campus typically range higher than 420–490+ for the unreserved.

 

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Moggam sandya

Beginner-Level 2

Answered a month ago

 In SV University Tirupati with does not request any entrance exam. 

And the admission is strictly merit based eviluted directly on your qualifying 10 + 2 marks.

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Moggam sandya

Beginner-Level 2

Answered a month ago

It was approximately the annual fees was in the Sharda first grade college 9,200 to 12,200 per annum and it was depending upon the undergraduate courses like BCom BCom computers general MBA.

BA -9,190

B com- 9,200 to 12,200

 

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Moggam sandya

Beginner-Level 2

Answered a month ago

You can check the college portal for the previous years' papers.

https://www.shiksha.com/college/psg-college-of-arts-and-science-psgcas-coimbatore-1855

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, GIBS Business School offers hostel facilities for both male and female students to ensure a safe, comfortable and student-friendly atmosphere for all students from different states of India. The hostels are well-equipped with all kinds of facilities required for both academic and personal safet

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Mohammed Maqsood

Beginner-Level 4

Answered a month ago

Vijetha Degree College fees is not available for BCom. Aspirants are advised to contact the admission team to get the complete fee structure for BCom. 

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a month ago

Aspirants after completing BCom degree from Vijetha Degree College are open to career in Chartered Accountancy, Finance, Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship. BCom is a three-year UG level course of Vijetha Degree College.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a month ago

Yes, almost all the best commerce colleges in Kolkata provide excellent support to the CA/CS/CMA candidates, along with regular BCom course. This is why many students dream of joining a bright stream in Kolkata for the certification with the course.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

B.Com general and B.Com honours 3.6 Lacs 7.2 Lacs for the full course B.Com 4.58 lacs total tuition fees 4.08 lacs other freezes 50000 first year payment 1.5 lakhs

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sandhya moggam

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a month ago

Yes, switching to an MBA after B.Com is a common and smooth path in India. However, studying at a reputed Mumbai commerce college can help build a stronger CAT or entrance exam profile, thanks to better mentorship and peer competition. Your undergrad college matters more for network and guidance tha

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

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