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About Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com]
Presidency College Chennai offers BCom across 2 main specializations: Commerce (General) and Corporate Secretaryship, with a special section for Hearing Impaired students. The programme is 3 years full-time, offered in two shifts with a combined intake of about 175 seats. Annual fees are INR 1,295, making the total 3-year cost INR 3,885. Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks with no entrance exam required.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open May 2027 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Corporate Secretaryship is a rare BCom specialization blending company law, secretarial practice, and accounting, offered at very few government colleges in Tamil Nadu.
- A dedicated BCom section for Hearing Impaired students with 15 seats and sign language support makes this one of Chennai’s few inclusive undergraduate commerce programmes.
- Both BCom specializations follow the Autonomous College pattern under the University of Madras, giving the college flexibility to update syllabi independently.
Presidency College BCom Fees 2026
Both BCom specializations carry the same government-set fee structure. Annual fee is INR 1,295 and the total 3-year programme cost is INR 3,885. The same fee applies to both Shift I and Shift II sections.
| Specialization | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| BCom Commerce General BCom Corporate Secretaryship BCom Commerce (Hearing Impaired) | INR 3,885 |
- Annual fee is INR 1,295 for all BCom sections.
- Fees are set by the Tamil Nadu government and may be revised.
Presidency College BCom Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Rank List Published | June 3, 2026 |
| Special Quota Counselling | June 5, 2026 |
| General Category Counselling | June 8 to June 18, 2026 |
| Admission Closed for 2026-27 | June 18, 2026 |
| Next Cycle Expected to Open | May 2027 |
- Rank list was published on pcc.ac.in for 2026 admissions.
- Next cycle dates have not been notified yet.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 or equivalent from any recognized board in India.
- Commerce stream background is preferred for BCom General but candidates from other streams may also apply.
- Hearing Impaired section: candidates must have a valid disability certificate from a recognized medical authority.
Admission Process
- Register on the Tamil Nadu Single Window Admission (TNGASA) portal for government college UG admissions.
- Upload 10+2 mark sheet and required documents as specified by the portal.
- The college publishes a rank list on pcc.ac.in based solely on 10+2 aggregate marks.
- Report for counselling on the notified date with original mark sheet, community certificate, and the first-year fee.
- No entrance exam is required for any BCom specialization at Presidency College.
Presidency College BCom vs Other Colleges
Here is how Presidency College BCom compares with similar Chennai colleges on fees, exams, cutoff, and placements.
| Presidency College | Loyola College | MCC Chennai | Ethiraj College for Women | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fees | 3.9 K (3 yr) | 95 K (3 yr) | 84 K (3 yr) | Not Disclosed |
| Exams | Merit (10+2) | Merit (10+2) | Merit (10+2) | Merit (10+2) |
| Cutoff | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed |
| Salary | INR 2.11 LPA (Median, 2025) | INR 4.08 LPA (Median, 2025) | INR 4 LPA (Median, 2025) | Not Disclosed |
| CD Rating | 4.1/5 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a BCom from a recognized autonomous college at a total cost of INR 3,885
- You are interested in Corporate Secretaryship, a specialized and career-focused BCom variant
- You plan to pursue CA, CS, or MBA after BCom and need low fees to keep overall education costs low
✗ Skip if
- You want strong campus placements and finance sector recruitment during the BCom itself
- You need specializations like BCom Accounting and Finance or BCom Computer Applications not offered here
- You prefer a private aided college with smaller class sizes and more faculty interaction
Presidency College BCom Scholarships 2026
Presidency College BCom students are eligible for Central and Tamil Nadu government scholarships based on merit and income criteria, along with community-based fee concessions.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu State Merit Scholarship | Full or half of course fee | Merit-based on 12th and UG marks | September 2026 |
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | INR 230 to INR 1,200 per month | SC/ST candidates with caste and income certificate | October 2026 |
| BC/MBC Scholarship (Tamil Nadu) | Tuition fee reimbursement | Backward Class and Most Backward Class students | October 2026 |
| National Merit Scholarship (GoI) | Varies by category | Top performers in 12th from any board | As per GoI notification |
- Apply via Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal for state schemes.
- Scholarship amounts are subject to revision by the government.
Presidency College BCom FAQs
Ques. What exactly is BCom Corporate Secretaryship and how does it differ from BCom General?
Ans. BCom Corporate Secretaryship is a specialized variant that includes additional papers in Company Law, Secretarial Practice, and Corporate Governance alongside the standard accounting and commerce syllabus. It is designed for students who plan to pursue the Institute of Company Secretaries of India CS programme after BCom. BCom General follows the standard University of Madras commerce syllabus focused on accounting, finance, and economics. If you are targeting the company secretary career path, Corporate Secretaryship is the more direct route.
Ques. How competitive is BCom admission at Presidency College compared to Loyola and MCC?
Ans. Presidency College BCom is highly competitive despite its low fees because the combination of brand name, fee, and proximity attracts a large applicant pool. The general category cutoff tends to be in the high 80s to low 90s percentage range. Loyola College and MCC also use merit lists, but their higher fees reduce the applicant pool compared to Presidency. Students with above 85% in 12th Commerce can realistically target all three colleges.
Ques. Is BCom from Presidency College recognized for CA and CS Foundation exemptions?
Ans. Yes. Presidency College is a recognized autonomous institution affiliated to the University of Madras, and a BCom degree from here is fully recognized by ICAI for CA and ICSI for CS. BCom graduates can register for the CA Intermediate and CS Executive programmes. The Corporate Secretaryship specialization may provide an additional advantage in CS Executive by aligning some syllabus topics, but formal exemptions depend on ICSI rules at the time of registration.
Ques. What do most BCom graduates from Presidency College do after completing the degree?
Ans. A significant proportion continue to postgraduate programmes: MCom, MBA, and CA are the most common next steps. Among those entering the workforce directly, banking exams (IBPS PO and Clerk), government jobs via TNPSC Group II and IV, and entry-level accounting roles in the private sector are common paths. Campus placement for BCom at Presidency College is growing but is not as organized as at Loyola or MCC, so proactive internship-seeking during the degree helps considerably.
Ques. Are there industry certifications or value-added courses available during the BCom at Presidency?
Ans. Presidency College’s commerce department encourages students to pursue Tally, Excel, and GST certification courses alongside the degree, and some departments organize workshops with practising CAs and company secretaries. The NEP curriculum includes a skill-based elective component where students can choose value-added courses. These are supplementary and not embedded in the formal BCom degree structure. Students who proactively pursue CA Foundation or CS Foundation alongside their BCom consistently find it an efficient use of their three years.