Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Kerala University for the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program consist of a semester-wise structure. The tuition fee for each semester is Rs. 13,010. Additionally, there is an examination fee of Rs. 730 payable at the end of each semester. During the admission phase, a refundable caution deposit is required, which is refundable upon course completion.
Aside from these primary fees, there are miscellaneous initial charges such as demand drafts. Financial aid opportunities include scholarships like the e-grantz scheme, with specific concessions available for students belonging to certain categories, such as SC/ST and OEC.
About Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com]
Kerala University offers the Bachelor of Commerce as a 3-year to 4-year full-time programme under the FYUGP framework through more than 120 affiliated colleges in Thiruvananthapuram and surrounding districts. Three degree streams are offered: BCom Commerce, BCom Accounts and Data Science and BCom Hotel Management and Catering. Fees range from INR 35,560 to INR 86,380 based on affiliated college type. Admission is through the FYUGP CSS entrance examination and merit in the qualifying examination.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open March 2027 (Tentative).
Key Points
- BCom Commerce offers six distinct elective tracks: Finance, Taxation, Business Information Systems, Co-Operation, Tourism and Travel Management and Logistics
- BCom Accounts and Data Science combines traditional accountancy with data analytics, a stream not widely found at comparable affiliating universities in Kerala
- Non-commerce background students are eligible but must have scored a minimum of 45% aggregate in Class 12
Kerala University BCom Fees 2026
Kerala University BCom fees are set by the affiliated college type. Government and aided colleges offer all three BCom streams at subsidised rates while self-financing colleges charge higher fees.
| Course | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| BCom Commerce (Government and Aided Colleges) Electives: Finance, Taxation, Business Information Systems, Co-Operation, Tourism and Travel Management, Logistics | INR 35,560 to INR 79,540 |
| BCom Accounts and Data Science (Government and Aided Colleges) | INR 35,560 to INR 79,540 |
| BCom Hotel Management and Catering (Government and Aided Colleges) | INR 35,560 to INR 79,540 |
| BCom All Streams (Self-Financing Colleges) | Up to INR 86,380 |
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
Kerala University BCom Admission 2026
Kerala University 2026 BCom admission used the Centralized Allotment Process. Index marks from 10+2 and CSS entrance scores determined rank. All allotment rounds concluded by July 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 16 March 2026 |
| Application Closes | 30 April 2026 |
| FYUGP CSS Entrance Examination | 18 to 24 May 2026 |
| Rank List Published | 16 June 2026 |
| First Allotment Released | 17 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Window | 18 to 22 June 2026 |
| Second Allotment Released | 24 June 2026 |
| Community Quota Allotment | 8 July 2026 |
| Classes Commenced | 1 July 2026 |
- All 2026 admission events were completed as scheduled.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass in 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised board is required for all BCom streams
- Students from non-commerce backgrounds must have a minimum of 45% aggregate in the qualifying examination
- Commerce background students have no separate minimum aggregate requirement at government and aided colleges
Admission Process
- Online applications submitted at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in during the March to April 2026 window
- Index Mark computed by combining 10+2 board score and CSS entrance exam score to generate the merit rank list
- Seats allotted through the Centralized Allotment Process across all affiliated BCom colleges in multiple rounds
- Allotted candidates paid the admission fee and completed document verification at the allotted college
Kerala University BCom vs Other Colleges
Kerala University BCom compared with similar state universities on admission and outcome parameters.
| College | Fees | Exams | Cutoff | Salary | CD Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerala University | 35.6K to 86.4K | FYUGP CSS Merit (CAP) | Merit-based (Index Mark) | Not Disclosed | 3.8/5 |
| MG University, Kottayam | Not Disclosed | Merit (CAP) | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | 3.8/5 |
| Calicut University | Not Disclosed | Merit (CAP) | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | 3.6/5 |
| Kannur University | Not Disclosed | Merit (CAP) | Not Disclosed | INR 1.8 LPA (UG Median, 2022) | 3.8/5 |
✓ Opt for this if
- Planning CA, CMA or MBA after BCom where university reputation matters
- Affordable BCom in southern Kerala through government or aided affiliated colleges
- Interested in the Accounts and Data Science stream for finance-tech career roles
- FYUGP Honours track suits those planning commerce postgraduate specialization
✗ Skip if
- Need dedicated campus placement cells with corporate BCom recruitment drives
- Prefer a standalone residential commerce college over an affiliating university model
- Self-financing BCom fees up to INR 86,380 exceed the education budget
Kerala University BCom Scholarships 2026
BCom students at Kerala University affiliated colleges can access state government and institutional scholarships. Key awards for 2026 are listed below.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Education Scholarship (DCE) | As per DCE norms | First-year BCom in Aided college | Per academic cycle |
| Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | BPL family, first-year UG, minimum 50% in 10+2 | Per academic cycle |
| Joseph Mundassery Scholarship (PJMS) | INR 15,000 (one-time) | Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi or Jain community with 80%+ in UG final exam | Per academic cycle |
| SC/ST Fee Concession | Full fee waiver | SC/ST students in Government and Aided colleges on merit seats | At admission |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (e-Grantz) | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC students in higher education | Per academic cycle |
- Verify amounts and deadlines at DCE and e-Grantz portals.
Kerala University BCom FAQs
Ques. What is the difference between BCom Commerce and BCom Accounts and Data Science at Kerala University?
Ans. BCom Commerce is the standard degree with six elective tracks across 120 plus colleges. BCom Accounts and Data Science combines accountancy with data analytics modules, preparing students for financial analysis, audit technology and business intelligence roles. The Accounts and Data Science stream is offered at fewer affiliated colleges and suits students targeting CA, CPA or data analytics careers over general commerce employment.
Ques. Can Science or Humanities students apply for Kerala University BCom?
Ans. Yes. Non-commerce background students can apply but must have scored at least 45% aggregate in Class 12. Commerce background students have no such minimum at government and aided colleges. The 45% requirement is uniform across affiliated colleges as set by the FYUGP prospectus. Self-financing institutions may have their own additional criteria, so checking each college’s specific requirements before applying is important.
Ques. How does BCom Hotel Management and Catering differ from a hotel management diploma?
Ans. BCom Hotel Management and Catering is a full degree combining core commerce subjects such as accounting, economics and business law with hotel operations, food and beverage management and hospitality modules. Short hotel management diplomas focus only on operations. This degree gives graduates both commerce proficiency and hospitality expertise, opening managerial and finance roles in hotel chains that are not accessible through diploma programmes alone.
Ques. What postgraduate and professional paths are available after Kerala University BCom?
Ans. Common routes after Kerala University BCom include CA, CMA and CS professional qualifications. PG options include MCom, MBA, LLB and MCom with Finance or Taxation specialization. Banking sector entry through IBPS and SBI exams and government finance roles via Kerala PSC and UPSC are other popular paths. The NAAC A++ accreditation helps BCom graduates in PG admissions at central universities and IIMs.
Ques. How is elective track selected for BCom Commerce at Kerala University affiliated colleges?
Ans. Elective tracks under BCom Commerce are college-specific. A student selects a college in the CAP portal that offers the preferred elective such as Finance or Taxation. Not all affiliated colleges offer all six elective tracks. Checking elective availability at each college before setting the preference order in the allotment portal is essential, as changing elective after joining is not generally permitted under the FYUGP system.