Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Gangadhar Meher University for the Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] {Hons.} program are structured to be affordable, reflecting its status as a government-assisted institution. The annual fee for students in the general or OBC categories is approximately INR 4,000 to INR 5,000, while SC/ST category students pay about INR 4,000 per year. Additional costs may include semester renewal fees, but the university does not impose tuition, caution, or registration fees.
Estimated total fees over the course duration are around INR 15,000. Hostel fees are set at INR 8,000 for the first year and about INR 6,000 for subsequent years, excluding the mess fees paid monthly. The university offers various state-backed scholarships, including pre-matric, post-matric, and category-specific aid, with amounts ranging from INR 8,000 to INR 15,000, depending on residence status and eligibility criteria.
About Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] {Hons.}
Gangadhar Meher University (GMU), Sambalpur, is a UGC-recognised Odisha state university established in 2015 with NAAC A accreditation. The B.Com (Hons.) is a four-year undergraduate programme covering financial accounting, business law, taxation, auditing, cost accounting, and corporate management for commerce and finance careers. Admission is through the Odisha SAMS portal at degree.samsodisha.gov.in based on Class 12 merit.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins 09 July 2026.
GMU B.Com Hons Fees 2026
| Fee Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 5,190 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 210 |
| Year 3 Fee | INR 210 |
| Year 4 Fee | INR 210 |
| Total Fees (4 Years) | INR 5,820 |
- Fee as per Odisha government university norms, 2026.
- Confirm the current fee structure at gmuniversity.ac.in before admission.
GMU B.Com Hons Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Odisha SAMS Registration | May 27 to June 16, 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | July 9, 2026 |
- Admission through Odisha SAMS merit list, degree.samsodisha.gov.in.
- Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks, no separate entrance exam.
- Reserved category seats as per Odisha government reservation norms.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 (10+2) in the Commerce or Arts stream from a recognised board with minimum 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories as per Odisha government norms).
- Admission through the Odisha SAMS online portal (degree.samsodisha.gov.in) based on Class 12 merit. No separate entrance examination is required for state quota seats.
- Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) as per Odisha government reservation norms. Seats allotted through SAMS centralised counselling.
Admission Process
- Register on the Odisha SAMS portal at degree.samsodisha.gov.in.
- Submit Class 12 details and upload required documents on the SAMS portal.
- Odisha SAMS publishes the merit list based on Class 12 aggregate marks.
- Fill college and programme preferences including Gangadhar Meher University B.Com Hons.
- Report to Gangadhar Meher University, Sambalpur, with original Class 12 certificates and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Want a low-cost commerce degree from a government state university
- Targeting banking, accounting, or government commerce jobs in Odisha
- Planning M.Com, MBA, or professional courses like CA after graduation
- Comfortable with SAMS merit admission without a management quota
✗ Skip if
- Seeking campus placements or corporate tie-ups during the degree
- Preferring a private or metro-based commerce college
- Need a professional UG like BBA, BCA, or integrated programmes
GMU B.Com Hons Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha Government Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC candidates |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC candidates |
| Central Scholarship (NSP) | As per NSP norms | Economically weaker sections |
| Education Loan | As per bank policy | All eligible candidates |
- Odisha government scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates.
- Central scholarships available at scholarships.gov.in (NSP portal).
- Education loans from nationalised banks are available for all eligible students.
GMU B.Com Hons FAQs
Ques. What is B.Com (Hons.) at Gangadhar Meher University?
Ans. B.Com Honours at Gangadhar Meher University is a four-year undergraduate commerce degree with advanced study in accounting, finance, and corporate management. It is offered by this UGC-recognised NAAC A state university, with admission through the Odisha SAMS portal on Class 12 merit at degree.samsodisha.gov.in. The university traces its roots to Gangadhar Meher College, founded in 1944, and was upgraded to a state university in 2015. It is one of the prominent higher-education centres in western Odisha for arts, science, and commerce education.
Ques. What is the fee for B.Com (Hons.) at GMU Sambalpur?
Ans. The total fee for B.Com (Hons.) at Gangadhar Meher University is INR 5,820. As a government state university with NAAC A accreditation, GMU keeps fees highly subsidised compared with private institutions. Odisha government and central scholarships further reduce the net cost for eligible SC, ST, and OBC students. Candidates should confirm the latest published fee at gmuniversity.ac.in before paying any amount.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Com (Hons.) at GMU?
Ans. Passed Class 12 (10+2) in the Commerce or Arts stream from a recognised board with minimum 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories as per Odisha government norms). Final seat allotment also depends on the merit position, category reservation, and the number of seats available in the relevant department for the session.
Ques. How is admission done for B.Com (Hons.) at GMU Sambalpur?
Ans. Register on the Odisha SAMS portal at degree.samsodisha.gov.in. Odisha SAMS publishes the merit list based on Class 12 aggregate marks. Reserved category seats follow Odisha government reservation norms. Candidates must verify original documents and pay the prescribed fee within the notified window to secure their allotted seat, failing which the seat moves to the next merit candidate.
Ques. What career options follow B.Com (Hons.) from GMU?
Ans. Graduates of B.Com (Hons.) from Gangadhar Meher University take up roles in accounting, banking, financial services, taxation, auditing, and government commerce roles. The UGC-recognised degree from a NAAC A state university is valid for government job applications and competitive examinations at state and national level. Common higher-study routes include M.Com, MBA, or professional courses like CA, CS, and CMA, which open college-teaching and specialist research careers.
Ques. Are scholarships available at GMU for this programme?
Ans. Yes, Odisha government Post-Matric scholarships for SC, ST, and OBC students are available, along with central scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Education loans from nationalised banks support all eligible candidates. Students should apply at the start of the academic year through the official e-scholarship portals to receive timely disbursal, keeping income and caste certificates ready for verification.