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B.Com — Bachelor of Commerce

The accounting and finance backbone, and the standard base for CA and CS.

3 yearsCommerce / Arts stream11 universities listed

What is B.Com?

B.Com is a three-year undergraduate degree in accounting, taxation, economics and business law. It is the default undergraduate choice for Commerce students and the usual companion degree for students simultaneously preparing for CA, CS or CMA. The Honours variant is more rigorous and preferred for postgraduate economics and finance.

Eligibility

  • 10+2 with Commerce preferred; Arts accepted at many institutions
  • Typically 45%-60% aggregate
  • Mathematics or Accountancy required for the Honours variant at some universities

What you will study

Financial accountingCorporate accountingCost accountingBusiness economicsIncome taxAuditingCorporate lawGoods and Services Tax

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B.Com — frequently asked questions

B.Com or B.Com Honours?

Honours is more specialised and more demanding, and is preferred for MA Economics, MBA at top institutions and finance roles. General B.Com is lighter and suits students dividing their time with CA or CS preparation.

Can I do CA along with B.Com?

Yes, and it is the most common pattern in India. Most students register for CA Foundation or Intermediate while completing B.Com, since the syllabus overlaps substantially.

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