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Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] 2025 - Full Form, Course Details, Eligibility, Admission, Syllabus, Duration

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Updated On - Oct 21,2024

B Com stands for Bachelor of Commerce which is a three year undergraduate program. B Com subjects impart Analytical skills, Financial Literacy, Business Acumen, Business Laws, Taxation knowledge etc, with aim to make the student job ready in the field of Banking, Accounting, Insurance and Finance. B Com Admissions for top B Com Colleges in India like Shri Ram College of Commerce, Hindu College, Ramjas College, Loyola College etc, are done both on the basis of merit and through various entrance exams as well. Some of the top entrance exams conducted for enrolling students in B Com courses are IPU CET, CUET, NPAT, BHU UET etc. Know More Details About Bachelor of Commerce Syllabus

During the 3-years B Com degree, the aspirants will learn about the general business principles, and at the same time, study core commerce subjects such as finance, economics, accounting, actuarial studies, business management, etc.The minimum required eligibility for B Com courses is 50% marks in class 12 or equivalent examination. The B Com course is the most popular and sought after course by commerce students.  The B Com Syllabus focuses on subjects such as Taxation, Economics, Accounts etc. B Com Honours Subjects are the most popular in the B Com course. The average B Com fees ranges from INR 5,000 – 50,000. After B Com degree students can expect job offers with minimum salary packages of INR 2,50,000 – 4,00,000 per annum. For Free Sign In

B Com Course Details

  • B Com is offered as B Com Distance Education or B Com Online mode as well, which helps students to do B Com from the comforts of their homes. 
  • The minimum eligibility criteria for B Com admissions is that students must pass the class 12 examination in any stream with a minimum aggregate of 50%. 
  • Some of the top B Com colleges in India are, Shri Ram College of Commerce, Hansraj College, Hindu Colleges, Loyola College etc.
  • Admissions to B Com courses are done both through entrance exams and on the basis of merit
  • Some of the top entrance exams conducted for B Com courses are IPU CET, BHU UET, DUET, NPAT etc.
  • Students can apply for different types of B Com programmes like B Com LLB, B Com with ACCA or B Com with CA to enhance their career opportunities. 
  • After B Com, students have the option to either pursue MCom, CA, MBA or opt for B Com Jobs such as Tax Consultant, Stock Broker, Auditor, Lecturer, Insurance Consultant, etc. 
  • B Com with MCom Integrated Course is also gaining popularity among students.
  • The salary of B Com graduates ranges between INR I,44,000 to INR INR 4,32,000. 

What is B.Com Course ?

B Com is a 3-year Undergraduate program that focuses on subjects related to commerce, Economics, Business Law, Accountancy, Taxation and finance. B Com full-form is Bachelor of Commerce.

The B Com course is available in 3 categories which are B Com-General, B Com Honours, and B Com LLB. Both B Com General and B Com honors can be pursued from regular as well as B Com distance colleges. 

Why Should You Study B Com ?

  • Prepares students for Entrepreneurship and Employment: A B Com degree prepares graduates for the Corporate world as well as Entrepreneurship unlike any other Bachelor course. The course provides business and financial knowledge to adapt in the professional world.
  • Vast Job domains: Bachelor of Commerce graduates have a variety of opportunities to work in sectors such as Banks and Capital Management, Accounting Firms, Investment Banking, Budget Planning etc.
  • Higher salary packages: According to PayScale India, the average salary earned by B Com graduates is INR 2.5 to 4 lakh per annum. The entry-level salary for B Com graduates is INR 2.5 to 3 lakh per annum.
  • Higher Studies: B Com provides a base to pursue higher education to enhance their skills and have the opportunity to earn more by opting for courses like CA, CS, CMA, MBA etc. These courses will help to move further up in the hierarchy. 

Who Should Study B Com ?

  • Bachelor of Commerce, like any other course, should be chosen carefully by the candidates to achieve the desired result. 
  • Bachelor of Commerce is the stepping stone for candidates who want to pursue and excel in the Management or the commerce field. 
  • B Com imparts the basic knowledge of the MCom course curricular, thus making it a perfect choice for MCom aspirants. 
  • Over the years, the demand for Bachelor of Commerce candidates has gone up in both government and private job sectors.

What are the Types of B Com Available in India ?

B Com courses are classified into different types and 38 different specialization programs are offered across India. Students completed 12th in schooling are eligible for all these programs and can get admitted into all the affiliated universities present in all the Indian states. 

Currently, there are 6175 B Com colleges in India, offering different B Com specializations.

Type of B Com Admission Fees
B Com Online Merit Based INR 20,000
B Com Distance Education Merit Based/Entrance Based INR 47,000
B Com Abroad Entrance Based:  INR 12 Lakhs

B Com Honours

B Com Honours is a type of B Com Degree course with a subject as a major. Most students apply for majors in accountancy. B Com Honours is also a 3 year UG Degree course in the field of commerce, covering subjects such as Accounting, Taxation, Economics, Financial Management, etc.

Nomenclature and course curriculum is the major difference between B Com Honours and Bachelor of Commerce. 

Most of the students prefer to pursue B Com Honours program as it helps to prepare for certification exams such as Chartered Accountancy (CA) and other certifications side by side or afterwards.

Online B Com

B Com Online is also a 3 year course which helps students to further their knowledge about Business Communication, Financial and Corporate Accounting, Business Law and Accounting. 

  • B Com online is an ideal course for candidates who are unable to pursue a regular B Com course or can’t afford the regular B Com fees. 
  • The average fees for B Com online ranges between INR 11,000 to INR 20,000. 

B Com Distance Education

Degree Bachelor Course
Duration 3-6 Years
Eligibility 50% in 10+2 Boards Exam
Average Fees (INR) 15000 – 25000
Average Placements (INR) 250000 – 450000
Job Role Operations Manager, Accountant, Account Executive, Finance Manager etc

What is the B Com Distance Education Admission Process ?

The documents that are required for the admission process of B Com Distance Education are mentioned below:

  • Marksheet of Class 12 Boards exam
  • Certificate from the employer, for availing relaxation in minimum marks in the case of teachers, Govt. employees, University employees etc.
  • Pass Certificate of Class 12 Board Exam
  • Community, Nativity and Income certificates in original (in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OEC/OBC who are eligible for marks relaxation/fee concession)
  • Self-addressed stamped 3 envelopes.
  • Self attested copy of the S.S.L.C/S.S.C page etc. showing the date of birth.

B Com Distance Education from IGNOU

IGNOU(Indira Gandhi National Open University), is one of the most well respected universities in India. 

The university comprises highly skilled professionals and an experienced team of faculty who helps in developing knowledge, skills, attitudes, and value through dynamic and interactive methods of learning among the students. 

IGNOU provides Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Certificate and Diploma courses to students belonging to arts, science, commerce and management fields.

Important features of IGNOU:

  • Tele-counseling for student groups
  • Training Study Centre Counselors /Coordinators
  • Administrative interaction with Regional Centre functionaries
  • Extended Contact Programme (ECP) with students
  • Teaching-end studios located at IGNOU Campus, New Delhi and about 850 receivers ‘nodes' located in IGNOU Regional Centers and Study Centers.

Top B Com Distance Education Colleges in India 2025

College Name Fees Structure
IGNOU INR 8,100
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning -
Sikkim Manipal University INR 57,700
MT Distance and Open Learning Institute -
Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University INR 2,880
Dr BR Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) INR 2,000
Netaji Subhas Open University INR 6,300
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) INR 8,144
Karnataka State Open University INR 4,700
Acharya Nagarjuna University (CDE) INR 4,320

B Com Subjects

B Com Subjects depends on the specialisation chosen by the student. B Com Accountancy is the most popular B Com course. 1 Year B Com Subjects are mainly pass subjects that are common for all. The honours subjects starts from the second year.

B Com Subjects: Semester I B Com Subjects: Semester II
Accounts Accounts
Economics Management
Environment and Public Health Maths
English Economics
Maths/ Computer General Awareness 1 & 2
Business Communication Computers
Computer Applications and IT -
Second language -
B Com Subjects: Semester III B Com Subjects: Semester IV
Income Tax Laws Corporate accounting-II
Banking and Insurance Elements of company Law-II
Microeconomics-I Managerial communication
Financial Markets and Institutions The Indian banking system and central banking
Indian Economy Corporate accounting-II
Corporate Accounting-I Elements of company Law-II
Business Communication Managerial communication
- The Indian banking system and central banking
- Marketing Management Subjects
B Com Subjects: Semester V B Com Subjects: Semester VI
Cost accounting Advance accounting paper 2
Entrepreneurship B Com Indirect Taxes paper 2
Marketing Management Marketing Management
Banking & Financial systems Contemporary Indian economics Issue and policies
Income Tax Mercantile Law-II

B Com course Subjects

Decision Analysis Government
Human Resource Law
Logistics Management Economics
Information Management Labour Relations
Auditing Management Science
Insurance Marketing
Industrial Psychology Econometrics
Accounting Banking 
Politics and Public Policy Communication
Transport Economics Taxation

B Com Admission Process

The Admission Process for B Com admissions involves various procedures at various institutions. 

  • Direct Admissions: Direct admission for B Com course takes place without any entrance exams. Students are admitted on the basis of their marks in class 12 boards exams. The list is prepared after the boards exams release their results. 
  • Entrance Exams: Some universities and colleges like Delhi University admit students to the Bachelor of Commerce course based on their marks in national or state level entrance exams like IPU CET, DUET, BHU, etc.

B Com Eligibility Criteria

As different colleges have different criteria, some of the common eligibility criteria for B Com admissions 2025 is mentioned below.

  • Candidates must have completed and passed class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board.
  • The minimum percentage for B Com admission varies from college to college. Delhi University cutoff for B Com admission ranges in the area of 99%, whereas, for some colleges, it can be a minimum of 45 percent.
  • Students from any stream can apply for B Com admission but, a candidate can get preference over candidates from other streams if he/she/zee has completed 10+2 with Commerce.
  • Some colleges conduct entrance examinations for admissions in B Com. Candidates qualifying in B Com entrance exams are given admission based on marks secured in these examinations.

B Com: Entrance Exams 2025

Exam Registration Date Exam Date
CUET April  – June , 2025

July and August , 2025

IPU CET March  – May , 2025 June  – June , 2025
NPAT December , 2025 – June , 2026 April  – June , 2025
AIMA UGAT December , 2025 – April , 2026 May 09, 2025
SUAT To be announced To be announced
BHU UET To be announced To be announced

B Com Entrance Exam Syllabus

Accountancy Maths
Business Studies Basic Computer Questioning
Verbal and Logical reasoning Current Affairs

The papers are MCQ based and carry negative marking.

B Com Admission 2025

The B Com admission 2025 registrations have started for B Com entrance exams like NPAT 2025 and DSAT 2025. B Com admissions are based on the minimum qualification based on marks scored by a candidate in 10+2. See More:

However, there is no central examination for this course but some universities and colleges admit students to the course based on their marks in national or state level entrance exams like IPU CET, DUET, BHU, etc.

Integrated B Com Course Details

  • Integrated B Com is an undergraduate degree which merges two different courses into a single degree. 
  • Integrated B Com is a five-year UG course which a student can pursue after the completion of 10+2 examination. 
  • This course provides students with an extra academic qualification which will help them in the future to gain an edge over their competitors. 
  • There are various Colleges/ Institutes/ Universities in India that offer admission to the 5-year Integrated B Com course.

B Com LLB Course Details

B Com LLB is a dual degree integrated programme offering two different degrees to students in two different disciplines. 

When LLB is integrated with B Com, the dual degree course offers career options ranging from litigate lawyer, judge, legal consultants, legal advisors, legal managers to PO managers. 

Course  Bachelors of Commerce and Bachelor of Legislative Law
Course Level Undergraduate 
Course Type Integrated Degree Course
Degree B Com + LLB
Course Duration 5 Years
Internship Mandatory
Internship  15-20 Weeks
Course Mode Full Time
Qualification  10+2
Selection Process Entrance Exam Based
Course Fee INR 30,000 - INR 13.20 Lakhs
Field  Law and Commerce
Job Types Public Prosecutor, Law Reporter, Advocate/Lawyer, Human Resource Manager, Assistant Advisor, Deputy Legal Advisor, Business Consultant, Attorney General, Law Officer, Management Accountant, etc.
Average Salary INR 2.5 LPA - INR 50 LPA or Over

B Com with CA: Course Details

B Com with CA is one of the highest paying jobs in the world.The course needs time and devotion and upgrades the students stature and knowledge in the field of business and finance, including audit, taxation, financial and management. B Com with CA graduates work across all sectors as it is one of the most respected degrees.

Course  Bachelors of Commerce and Chartered Accountancy
Course Level Postgraduate 
Course Type Integrated Degree Course
Degree B Com + CA
Course Duration 2+3 Years
Internship Mandatory 2.5 years
Course Mode Full Time
Qualification  10+2 and for CPT for CA
Selection Process Entrance Exam Based
Course Fee INR 30,000 - INR 13.20 Lakhs
Field  Accounts ,Law and Taxation
Job Types

Internal Auditing, Tax Auditing, Forensic Auditing, Career in Accounting and Finance, Taxation Advisory (Both Direct and Indirect), Statutory Audit under applicable statutes, Managing Treasury function

Average Salary INR 8 LPA - INR 22 LPA or Over

B Com MCom Integrated: Course Details

B Com MCom integrated course is a 5-year course which students can study if they want to do both UG and PG Course together. B Com-MCom Integrated course helps students study all about Finance, Banking, Accounting, Insurance and International Business. B Com+MCom can be pursued separately. 

Course  Bachelors of Commerce and Master of Commerce
Course Level Postgraduate 
Course Type Integrated Degree Course
Degree B Com + CA
Course Duration 3+2 Years
Internship Mandatory 
Course Mode Full Time
Qualification  Bachelor’s degree
Selection Process Merit and University level Entrance exam
Course Fee INR 30,000 - INR 2 Lakhs
Field  Accounts ,Law and Taxation
Job Types Government and Private Sectors, National Banks, Railways, Income Tax, Private Banks.
Average Salary INR 3 LPA - INR 5 LPA or Over

B Com with ACCA: Course Details

B Com with ACCA is a 3-4 years undergraduate course in Bachelor of Commerce with 6 ACCA papers integrated within the curriculum.  

ACCA Professional qualification can be finished with B Com+ACCA Integrated course  since the curriculum is already integrated or embedded in the B Com syllabus.

ACCA is an internationally recognized certification. Students studying B Com with ACCA get to study all the aspects essential for commerce and business, ranging from accounting, taxation, marketing, management, reporting, law, government compliances along with regular B Com subjects.

Course Level Professional Level
Full Form Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
Duration Varies with previous qualifications
Examination Type 13 exams with 7 years to pass all of them (at least 4 papers in one sitting)
Eligibility 18 years of age, 65% in Maths or Accounts, and 50% in all other subjects
Admission Process Either Merit or Entrance Exam Based
Course Fee INR 28,000 to 2,00,000
Average Salary INR 3,50,000 to 4,00,000 (ACCA fresher)
Top Recruiting Companies PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Ernst and Young, Deloitte, KPMG, TATA Communications, Embassy Group, Grant Thornton
Job Positions Accountant, internal auditor, forensic accountant, compliance officer, business analyst, risk manager, treasurer, insolvency practitioner, business consultant, chief financial officer, etc.

Top B Com Colleges in India 2025 with Fees

There are around 8,840 B Com colleges in India, including private, government , and public/private.B Com colleges in India offer courses at UG and PG level.

The average fees range from INR 2-4 lakh. The average remuneration stands between INR 3-4 lakh per annum.

B Com Top Colleges with NIRF Ranking

NIRF Ranking 2025 College Name
1 Shri Ram College of Commerce
2 Lady Shri ram college for Women
3 Chandigarh University
4 Loyola College
5 Woxsen University
6 Hindu College
7 Jain University
8 Hansraj College
9 Kalinga University

B Com Top Colleges with India Today Ranking

India Today Rankings 2025 College Name
1 SRCC - Shri Ram College of Commerce
2 Hindu College
3 Lady Shri Ram College for Women
4 Hansraj College
5 Loyola College
6 Madras Christian College
7 CHRIST
8 Ramjas College
9 NM College of Commerce and Economics
10 Mithibai College of Commerce and Economics
11 St Joseph’s College of Commerce
12 Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College
13 Daulat Ram College
14 Gargi College
15 Indraprastha College for Women

B Com vs B Com Honours: Which is a Better Choice?

B Com and B Com Honours  are the topmost choices for students who want to make a career in the field of Finance and management. It is quite difficult for the students to choose the right career path after higher secondary exams as to opt for which course.

Below is the detailed comparison between the two streams to help the students.

Features B Com (Hons.) B Com
Duration 3 years 3 years
Course Objective This course is for students who are looking forward to making a career in finance, accountancy and taxation The B Com programme is constructed to enhance a student’s skill and knowledge in the field of Business Management and Entrepreneurship
Eligibility Criteria More than 50% in 10+2 with mathematics More than 50% in 10+2 with mathematics
Job Opportunities B Com offers better job opportunities as compared to B Com Although there are various job opportunities after B Com, the chances of getting a decent job are much better after a student has pursued an MBA
Roles Offered Following are some of the roles offered after B Com: Accountant, Account Executive, Operations Manager, Chartered Accountant, Finance Analyst Some of the roles offered to B Com graduates are: Sales Executive, Office Executive, Research Assistant, Assistant Manager
Salary INR 25,000 to Rs. INR 45,000 INR 7,000 to INR 23,000 
Scope for Higher Studies B Com has a wider scope in fields like CA, CS, CMA etc to continue higher studies which will yield more as compared to B Com Pursuing MBA after B Com

B Com Jobs

B Com offers a wide variety of career options. Apart from studying further and doing a job in the field of Chartered Accountancy and Company Secretaryship, there are many other job options that you can select as per your choice and skills. Candidates can apply in various sectors such as Banking, Finance, Insurance, Accounting, Taxation etc.

B Com Job Profiles

Job Roles Job Description Average Salary (INR)
Tax Consultant It is known to be one of the most lucrative options because taxation is a kind of field that affects everyone. So, here also the demand is really high. 5 Lakhs
Auditor An auditor holds a very important position in a company as he/she basically keeps a check upon the financial statements and accounting ledger of the different companies. 4.61 Lakhs
Stock Broker B Com help to make the foundation of being a stock broker. After B Com they need to complete many other degrees and certificates in order to become a stock broker.  3.93 Lakhs
Export-Import Manager During graduation, you will also be trained in this field. All the companies which deal in the export and import of goods will definitely require an export-import manager. You can join at an entry-level position in a company and then soon you will attract excellent pay in this field. 2.44 Lakhs
Accountant After the completion of the B Com course, it is one of the most ideal and common choices made by a Bachelor of Commerce graduate. One other advantage of going for this course is that accountants are required in every company due to which they need for accountants. The initial payment will be less but gradually you will have a hike in your pay package. 2.48 Lakhs
Finance Consultant The financial future of a company is planned by a financial consultant. They basically tell about the profitable investments and other beneficial plannings that are required in a company. 10.03 Lakhs
Banker A Bachelor of Commerce graduate can easily get a job in the bank by cracking their entrance exam. You can either go for a public sector bank or a private sector bank. 3.61 Lakhs
Insurance Consultant An insurance consultant is quite similar to the finance consultant. One minor difference between the two is that an insurance consultant generally plans about backup plans if any accidental disaster occurs. 3 Lakhs

B Com Top Recruiters in India

Some of the top recruiters offering high paid jobs to these degree holders are tabulated below:

Accenture Wipro
Capgemini Cognizant
TCS Amazon
Genpact Flipkart
Ernst & Young Deloitte

Top B Com Job Sectors

Finance Taxation
Law Management
Accounts Operations