Bachelor of Commerce
Commonly referred to as B.Com.
- Degree
- B.Com
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3-4 years
- Mode
- Full Time
About this programme
The traditional undergraduate gateway for high-level commercial training, tracking financial structures, corporate accounting metrics, and market economics. Key learning areas encompass direct and indirect taxation systems, auditing standards, cost and management accounting frameworks, and corporate legal guidelines. It operates on the modern 3 or 4-year NEP paradigm, providing a pathway to a 1-year Master's degree for 4-year Honours graduates.
Eligibility
Minimum academic requirement for this programme. Individual institutions may publish additional criteria.
10+2 in any stream
Programme structure
Indicative coursework across the duration of the programme.
Year 1
- Financial Accounting I & II
- Business Organization and Management
- Microeconomics & Macroeconomics Principles
- Business Communications & Statistics
Year 2
- Advanced Corporate Accounting
- Income Tax Law and Practice
- Company Law and Compliance
- Indian Economy Frameworks
- Cost Accounting Structures
Year 3
- Indirect Tax Laws (GST)
- Management Accounting Metrics
- Auditing Principles & Assurances
- Financial Markets & Institutions
- Financial Management Strategies
Final Year (Optional / NEP)
- International Business Dynamics
- Entrepreneurship Concepts
- Research Methodology Fundamentals
- Honours Project Viva Voce Evaluation
Entrance exams
Exams commonly used for admission to commerce programmes in India.
| Exam | Full name | Mode | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAT | Common Admission Test | Computer-based | Once a year |
Career outcomes
Typical roles for graduates of this programme, with indicative salary ranges.
| Role | Indicative package |
|---|---|
| Accountant | ₹3–7 LPA |
| Tax Consultant Associate | ₹3.5–8 LPA |
| Financial Analyst Intern | ₹4–9 LPA |
| Audit Assistant | ₹3–6.5 LPA |
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