#1
Fee₹22,000 / yr
Median*₹9.05 L
Seats320
UG · 3 yrs
B.Com (Honours)
Accounting, finance and commerce — the backbone degree for CA and finance careers.
Duration3 years (6 semesters)
EligibilityClass 12 (Commerce preferred) with 50–60%+; CUET for central universities
Typical fees₹30 K–4 L total
Colleges8
Course overview
B.Com (Honours) is an in-depth three-year undergraduate commerce degree with specialised, rigorous coverage of accounting, finance, taxation and economics. Widely regarded in India as the strongest base for CA, CS, CMA and finance careers, it offers more analytical depth than a general B.Com.
Is B.Com (Honours) right for you?
✅ Choose it if you…
enjoy numbers, accounting and finance, like analytical depth, and want a strong base for CA/CS/CMA or a finance career.
⚠️ Reconsider if you…
you dislike heavy accounting and quantitative work, prefer a generalist or management-first path, or want a creative/technical field.
Eligibility & entrance exams
Eligibility: Class 12 (Commerce preferred) with 50–60%+; CUET for central universities.
Entrance exams
CUET (UG) → DU, BHU, central universitiesIPU CET → GGSIPU-affiliated Delhi collegesNPAT → NMIMS commerce programmesChrist / SET → Christ University and Symbiosis collegesState CETs → state university commerce seats
What you’ll study
Year 1 — Foundations
Financial accounting, business law, microeconomics, business organisation and mathematics/statistics.
Year 2 — Core depth
Corporate accounting, cost accounting, company law, macroeconomics, income tax and business communication.
Year 3 — Advanced + electives
Auditing, management accounting, GST and indirect tax, financial management, and specialisation electives plus a project.
Core subjects covered
Financial AccountingCorporate AccountingCost & Management AccountingIncome Tax & GSTBusiness & Corporate LawBusiness EconomicsAuditingFinancial Management
Popular specialisations
Accounting & TaxationAdvanced accounting, audit and GST — leads to CA-track, tax-consulting and audit roles.
Finance & InvestmentCorporate finance and markets — leads to analyst, equity-research and finance roles.
Banking & InsuranceBanking operations and risk — leads to banking, insurance and BFSI roles.
Business AnalyticsFinancial data and reporting tools — leads to analyst and reporting roles.
EconomicsApplied and quantitative economics — leads to research, policy and analyst roles.
Admission process
1 · Apply / CUETRegister for CUET or apply directly to colleges.
2 · Score & meritSelection on CUET/entrance score or Class 12 commerce marks.
3 · CounsellingUniversity counselling and seat allotment by merit and preference.
4 · Document checkVerify marksheets, category and eligibility documents.
5 · EnrolmentPay fees and confirm the allotted seat.
🗓️ Indicative cycle: CUET registration Feb–Mar, exam May–Jun, results Jun–Jul, counselling Jul–Aug, classes from Aug. Confirm exact dates on official sites each year.
Duration & fees
Duration: 3 years (6 semesters), full-time.
| Institute type | Indicative fees | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Top private / autonomous | ₹2–4 L total | Christ, NMIMS, SRCC-tier private equivalents |
| Reputed govt / DU colleges | ₹50 K–1.5 L total | SRCC, Hindu, Loyola, St. Xavier’s |
| State / regular colleges | ₹30 K–80 K total | state university affiliated colleges |
📋 Source: official institute fee structures (2024–25). Indicative; confirm with the institute.
Career outcomes & salary
| Role | Indicative fresher CTC market |
|---|---|
| Accountant / Audit Associate | ₹3–6 L |
| Tax Consultant | ₹3.5–7 L |
| Financial Analyst | ₹4–8 L |
| Banking Officer | ₹3.5–7 L |
| Account Executive | ₹3–5.5 L |
📋 Source: indicative market ranges (AmbitionBox, Glassdoor, 2026) — not official figures. Official institute placement averages are shown on each college below. Actual outcomes vary by college, skills & year.
Top recruiters
DeloitteEYKPMGPwCGrant ThorntonHDFC BankICICI BankAxis BankGenpactTCSInfosys BPMBDO
📋 Source: companies reported by institute placement cells (2024). Recruiters vary by college & year.
Scholarships & funding
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)Central merit and means-based aid for eligible students.
State post-matric scholarshipsFee reimbursement for SC/ST/OBC/EWS commerce students.
College merit scholarshipsFee concessions for top scorers at reputed colleges.
ICAI / professional-body supportAid and stipends for students pursuing CA/CS/CMA alongside.
Scope & future
B.Com (Hons) is one of the most versatile commerce foundations, feeding directly into CA/CS/CMA, banking, audit and corporate finance careers. Standalone roles start at the executive level, but the degree’s real strength is how well it supports professional certifications that sharply raise earnings. For finance-focused students it is among the best-value undergraduate routes in India.
📈 Demand for accounting, tax and finance talent stays resilient with GST compliance, growing BFSI and a deepening capital market; India’s financial services sector continues steady expansion as more households enter formal finance.
Source: IBEFWhere this degree can take you next
Higher studiesM.Com, MBA-Finance, or completing CA/CS/CMA.
Industry growthRise from associate to finance/accounts manager and controller.
Emerging fieldsFintech, GST analytics and financial data roles.
Government / PSUBanking, SSC, RBI grade-B and PSU finance posts.
Global pathwaysACCA, CFA, CPA and overseas finance roles.
Top colleges offering B.Com (Honours)
8 colleges · ranked by NIRF
#2
Fee₹35,000 / yr
Median*₹4.4 L
Seats240
#3
Fee₹38,000 / yr
Median*₹5.5 L
Seats480
#4
Fee₹24,000 / yr
Median*₹9.2 L
Seats100
#5
Fee₹17,000 / yr
Median*₹3.9 L
Seats120
#6
Fee₹12,000 / yr
Median*₹7.5 L
Seats300
#7
Fee₹1,40,000 / yr
Median*—
Seats360
#8
Fee₹38,000 / yr
Median*₹8.0 L
Seats600
*Median = institute-level NIRF median salary (official — institutes publish median, not average), where branch-specific data isn’t published. Fees from official institute structures (2024–25).
B.Com (Hons) vs BBA
| B.Com (Hons) | BBA | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Accounting, finance, taxation depth | Management, soft skills, generalist business |
| Best for | CA/CS/CMA and finance careers | Management roles and MBA aspirants |
| Placement reach | Audit, banking and finance roles | Corporate trainee and sales roles |
Frequently asked questions
What is the eligibility for B.Com (Honours)?
Class 12 (Commerce preferred) with 50–60%+; CUET for central universities.
What is the fee for B.Com (Honours)?
Indicative fees are ₹30 K–4 L total. Always confirm the current fee with the institute.
How long is B.Com (Honours)?
3 years (6 semesters).
What can I do after B.Com (Honours)?
Common paths include Accountant / Audit Associate, Tax Consultant, Financial Analyst, Banking Officer.
Which colleges offer B.Com (Honours)?
8 colleges in our list offer it, including Hindu College, University of Delhi, Loyola College, Chennai, St. Xavier's College, Kolkata.
Interested in admission?
Share your details and we’ll send admission info, fees and updates for B.Com (Honours) colleges. Free, no obligation.
📋 Sources & data vintage
- Fees: official institute fee structures (2024–25).
- College placements (avg / highest): NIRF 2024 & institute placement reports.
- Role-wise salary ranges: indicative market estimates — AmbitionBox, Glassdoor (2026). Not official.
- Eligibility & approvals: UGC · AICTE · official college websites.
We publish the latest officially-declared figures. Official data can be 1–2 years old (the last release cycle) — that's normal; when the authority revises it, we update it here. Check back at this spot for the latest figures.
Disclaimer. Course details, fees, eligibility, salary and career information on this page are for general reference only, and may vary by location, institution, company, experience and market conditions. Figures are indicative and are not a guarantee of admission, employment or earnings — always verify with the official institution before deciding. CourseLane is an independent information platform and shall not be responsible for any decision made based on the information on this page.
Written by the CourseLane Research Team · reviewed by a senior counsellor · Last updated June 2026.