Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] {Hons.} with ACCA
About Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] {Hons.} with ACCA
Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences (RCMAS) at Kakkanad, Kochi offers a three-year Bachelor of Commerce Honours programme integrated with the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK) credential. Students benefit from exemptions for nine of the thirteen ACCA examination papers and need to clear only four remaining papers for full ACCA membership. Affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, RCMAS provides a globally recognised accounting qualification alongside the BCom degree, benefiting students targeting careers in international finance, audit, and taxation across 180 countries where ACCA is recognised.
Admissions to the 2026-27 batch are open at Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences, Kochi, with B.Com (Hons.) seats allotted through MG University UG CAP at cap.mgu.ac.in and classes commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- Three-year BCom (Hons.) with embedded ACCA (UK) qualification pathway
- Nine out of thirteen ACCA papers exempted based on BCom Honours curriculum coverage
- ACCA is recognised in over 180 countries with 241,000 members worldwide
- Admission through MG University UG CAP and direct Management Quota channel
- NAAC A-accredited institution with structured ACCA mentoring and study support
Rajagiri RCMAS BCom (Hons.) with ACCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Semester 1) | INR 10,080 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 2) | INR 10,080 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 3) | INR 10,080 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 4) | INR 10,080 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 5) | INR 10,080 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 6) | INR 10,080 |
| ACCA Programme Fee (one-time) | INR 1,60,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, incl. ACCA Programme Fee) | INR 2,20,480 |
- Tuition fee is INR 10,080 per semester as per the 2024 revised fee structure at Rajagiri RCMAS.
- The ACCA integration fee of INR 1,60,000 is a one-time programme fee payable to the college for ACCA-embedded teaching, study materials, and mentoring; it does not cover ACCA UK examination fees, which are payable separately to ACCA.
- Total tuition and ACCA programme fees for the three-year B.Com (Hons.) with ACCA amount to INR 2,20,480.
Rajagiri RCMAS BCom (Hons.) with ACCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MG University UG CAP Application Opens | May 2026 |
| CAP Application Deadline | June 2026 |
| First Allotment | July 2026 |
| Management Quota Admissions Close | July 31, 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Admission to the B.Com (Hons.) programme is through the Mahatma Gandhi University UG Centralised Allotment Process (CAP); candidates register at cap.mgu.ac.in.
- A Management Quota is available for students who miss the CAP merit cutoff; applications are submitted directly to Rajagiri RCMAS.
- Students appearing in the Plus Two examination in March-May 2026 may apply provisionally.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Plus Two (or equivalent) with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent marks from a recognised board.
- Commerce stream with Book-Keeping and Accountancy as subjects is preferred; candidates from other streams are eligible if they meet the minimum percentage.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for relaxation in minimum percentage as per Mahatma Gandhi University and Kerala Government norms.
Admission Process
- Register at cap.mgu.ac.in for the MG University UG CAP after the Plus Two results are published.
- Enter option preferences listing Rajagiri RCMAS B.Com (Hons.) within the online CAP portal.
- Wait for the provisional rank list and trial allotment published by the university.
- Accept the allotment online and pay the university fee within the specified window.
- Report to Rajagiri RCMAS in Kakkanad on the allotment date with original documents for verification and admission.
Rajagiri RCMAS BCom (Hons.) with ACCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Government Post Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| SEBC/OBC Scholarship | As per government norms | Socially and Educationally Backward Classes and Other Eligible Communities in Kerala |
| College Merit Scholarship | Merit-based waiver | Students with outstanding Plus Two marks or academic performance |
- Government scholarships (Post Matric, SEBC, OBC) are processed through the National Scholarship Portal; students must register separately on NSP.
- Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to annual government notifications; students should apply within the first month of the academic year.
Rajagiri RCMAS BCom (Hons.) with ACCA FAQs
Ques. What does BCom (Hons.) with ACCA mean at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. It is a three-year BCom Honours programme where the curriculum is aligned with the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK) syllabus. Students are registered with ACCA and benefit from nine paper exemptions, meaning they need to clear only four ACCA papers independently to earn full ACCA membership alongside their BCom degree.
Ques. What is the total fee for BCom (Hons.) with ACCA at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. The BCom tuition fee is INR 10,080 per semester for six semesters, totalling INR 60,480. The one-time ACCA integration programme fee charged by the college is INR 1,60,000, making the combined total INR 2,20,480. ACCA UK examination fees for the remaining four papers are payable separately to ACCA.
Ques. Does completing BCom with ACCA at Rajagiri RCMAS automatically grant ACCA membership?
Ans. No. The nine exemptions reduce the number of ACCA papers a student must independently clear, but students must pass the remaining four papers and meet the ACCA practical experience requirement to earn ACCA membership. The college provides coaching and mentoring to support these remaining papers.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for BCom (Hons.) with ACCA at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Plus Two or equivalent from a recognised board, preferably in the Commerce stream. Admission is through MG University UG CAP for merit quota seats; Management Quota seats are available through direct application to the college.
Ques. What career opportunities does BCom with ACCA from Rajagiri RCMAS provide?
Ans. ACCA-qualified professionals work in financial audit, taxation, management accounting, and advisory roles at global firms and multinational organisations. The ACCA credential is formally recognised in countries such as the UK, Canada, Australia, and Singapore, opening international career pathways.
Ques. Is there scholarship support available for BCom (Hons.) with ACCA students at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. Yes. SC/ST students from Kerala can apply for the Government Post Matric Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal. SEBC and OBC students are eligible for corresponding government scholarships. The college also offers a merit-based scholarship for students with strong Plus Two performance.