CBSE 12th/CUET: Apply for B.Com in Auditing in Karnataka by Today
In short
- There are 908 colleges across Karnataka offering Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) programs.
- B.Com program fees in Karnataka range from ₹99,000 to ₹585,000.
- Admission to B.Com courses requires candidates to have completed 10+2 from a recognised board, with some top colleges in Bangalore requiring 50-60% marks.
- CBSE 12th Board Exam and CUET are accepted by 905 and 864 colleges respectively for B.Com admissions.
- The Bachelor of Commerce is a three-year UGC-recognised degree available in full-time, distance, and online modes.
Students seeking admission to Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) programs in Karnataka for the upcoming academic year have many options, with 908 colleges offering the UGC-recognised three-year degree. These programs encompass various specialisations, including B.Com Financial Accounting and Auditing, B.Com Logistics and Supply Chain Management, B.Com Business Management, and B.com (Finance & Accountancy), alongside the general Bachelor of Commerce.
The fee structure for B.Com programs across Karnataka varies significantly, with costs ranging from ₹99,000 to ₹585,000. Bangalore, a prominent hub for commerce education, typically sees average annual B.Com course fees between ₹1.5 lakhs and ₹4 lakhs, reflecting the competitive academic environment and infrastructure available in the city.
Admission Criteria and Entrance Examinations
Eligibility for B.Com programs mandates that candidates must have completed their 10+2 education from a recognised board. For admission to most top B.Com colleges in Bangalore, a minimum aggregate of 50% to 60% marks in Class 12 is generally required. While some universities conduct their own entrance examinations for B.Com admissions, many colleges also offer merit-based admissions based on Class 12 scores.
The CBSE 12th Board Exam is widely accepted for B.Com admissions, with 905 colleges in Karnataka considering its scores. The Common University Entrance Test (CUET), administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is also a significant pathway, accepted by 864 colleges across the state.
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Prominent B.Com Colleges in Karnataka and Their Fee Structures
Karnataka hosts a diverse range of institutions offering B.Com programs, with several colleges in Bangalore and Mangalore being particularly sought after. These institutions vary in their establishment dates and fee structures, providing options for different student preferences and financial considerations.
Some of the established colleges in Bangalore include St Joseph’s College, founded in 1882, Christ University (1969), Mount Carmel College (1948), and Jain University (1990). Fees at these institutions reflect their standing and offerings, with Christ University’s B.Com programs ranging from ₹155,000 to ₹1,833,000, St Joseph’s College at ₹156,900, and Jain University at ₹585,000. Maharani Lakshmi Ammanni College for Women offers a B.Com program at ₹99,000, while Seshadripuram College’s fee is ₹108,000.
| College Name | City | Type | Fee Range (₹) | Established | Years of Legacy | Exams Accepted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ University | Bangalore | Private | 155,000 – 1,833,000 | 1969 | 55 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| St Joseph’s College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 156,900 | 1882 | 142 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| Kristu Jayanti College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 150,000 – 240,000 | 1999 | 27 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| Mount Carmel College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 351,000 | 1948 | 76 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| Jain University, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 585,000 | 1990 | 34 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| Seshadripuram College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 108,000 | 1973 | 51 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| MS Ramaiah College of Arts – Science and Commerce, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 525,000 | 1994 | 32 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| St Aloysius Institute of Management & Information Technology | Mangalore | Private | Fee not available | 1999 | 27 years | CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUET |
| Maharani Lakshmi Ammanni College for Women, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 99,000 | 1972 | 52 years | NA |
| The Oxford College of Business Management, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 150,000 | 1994 | 32 years | NA |
| T John College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | 310,000 | 1993 | 31 years | NA |
| MES College of Arts Commerce & Science, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 1956 | 68 years | NA |
| SDM Degree College (Autonomous) | Dakshina kannada | Private | Fee not available | 1966 | 58 years | NA |
| Jyothi Nivas College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 1966 | 58 years | NA |
| MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 2013 | NA | NA |
| Dayananda Sagar Business Academy | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 2007 | NA | NA |
| Seshadripuram Institute of Commerce & Management | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 2005 | NA | NA |
| St Francis de Sales College | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 2004 | NA | NA |
| Alva’s College | None | Private | Fee not available | 1998 | NA | NA |
| Surana College, Bangalore | Bangalore | Private | Fee not available | 1995 | NA | NA |
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