Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] {Hons.}

The Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] {Hons.} at SIMATS, Chennai, is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered under the Saveetha College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (SCLAS), aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The programme follows a flexible 2+1+1 structure, allowing students to exit with a Certificate after 2 years, a Diploma after 3 years, or a full Honours degree after 4 years. The total fee for the programme is Rs. 8 Lakhs for the complete 4-year duration. The B.Com {Hons.} is a comprehensive commerce programme covering accounting, finance, business law, taxation, management, and economics, and is designed to provide students with a deeper and more research-oriented understanding of commerce compared to the standard 3-year B.Com. It is popular among students who wish to pursue higher education (M.Com, MBA, CA, CS) or research in commerce and related fields. SIMATS is ranked 23rd Overall by NIRF 2025, and SCLAS is a constituent college of the SIMATS ecosystem.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are currently open. Applications can be submitted online at simatsadmissions.saveetha.com. Based on previous year trends, the last date for applications is expected to be around June 29, 2026. Selection is merit-based on Class 12 marks, with no mandatory entrance exam. The new academic batch is expected to commence in August 2026.

Key Points

• The programme follows the NEP 2020 framework with a flexible exit policy: students can exit with a Certificate (after 2 years), Diploma (after 3 years), or full B.Com {Hons.} degree (after 4 years).
• The 4-year Honours structure provides a deeper, research-oriented curriculum compared to the standard 3-year B.Com, making it ideal for students planning to pursue M.Com, MBA, or research.
• The programme is offered under SCLAS (Saveetha College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), a constituent college of SIMATS.
• Curriculum covers core commerce subjects including Financial Accounting, Business Law, Taxation, Cost Accounting, Management, Economics, and electives in diverse domains.
• Students gain proficiency to pursue competitive professional qualifications like CA, CS, and ICMA alongside the degree.
• Value-added certification programmes and industry internships are part of the curriculum.

SIMATS B.Com {Hons.} Fees

The B.Com {Hons.} at SIMATS has a total fee of Rs. 8 Lakhs for the 4-year course, payable at Rs. 2 Lakhs per year. A one-time admission and caution money fee is charged at the time of joining. Hostel accommodation is available separately and is not mandatory. The fee structure is transparent.

Fee Structure

• Hostel fees are not mandatory and are charged separately based on room type (Non-AC to AC rooms).
• Fees are payable on a yearly basis.
• Education loans are available through nationalised banks for eligible students.
• No management quota or capitation fee is charged.
• Students who exit after 2 or 3 years under the NEP flexible exit policy will be charged fees only for the years attended.

SIMATS B.Com {Hons.} Admission 2026-27

SIMATS B.Com {Hons.} admissions for 2026-27 are open and conducted on a merit basis using Class 12 marks. There is no mandatory entrance exam. The process is fully online and straightforward. Students from all streams who have completed Class 12 from a recognised board are eligible to apply.

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

Note: SIMATS B.Com {Hons.} admission is merit-based and does not require CUET or any other entrance exam. Students who have appeared for CUET-UG may use their scores as a reference.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board.
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Class 12 (relaxation for reserved categories as per university norms).
• Students from any stream (Commerce, Science, Arts) are eligible to apply.

Admission Process

• Visit the official admissions portal: simatsadmissions.saveetha.com
• Register and fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.
• Upload required documents: Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, school leaving certificate, ID proof (Aadhaar), and passport-size photographs.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000 online.
• Submit the application form.
• Await offer letter based on merit (Class 12 marks).
• Accept the offer letter and complete fee payment to confirm admission.
• Report to the campus with original documents for verification.

SIMATS B.Com {Hons.} Scholarships 2026-27

SIMATS offers merit-based scholarships to B.Com {Hons.} students primarily linked to their Class 12 performance. The university also facilitates government scholarship schemes for eligible students. Scholarships can significantly reduce the tuition fee burden, especially for high-scoring students. Students are advised to apply for scholarships at the time of admission or during the specified semester periods through the official SIMATS portal.

Scholarship Details

• Merit scholarships are applied on tuition fees only and are subject to prior approval from the university.
• NSP scholarship requires maintaining 50% marks and 75% attendance throughout the course.
• Scholarship applications must be submitted during the admissions window or specified semester periods.
• Education loans are available through nationalised banks for students who require financial assistance.

SIMATS B.Com {Hons.} FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between B.Com {Hons.} and B.Com (General) at SIMATS?

Ans. Both are 4-year full-time programmes with a total fee of Rs. 8 Lakhs. The B.Com {Hons.} is offered under SCLAS (Saveetha College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) and follows the NEP 2020 framework with a flexible exit policy (Certificate after 2 years, Diploma after 3 years, Honours degree after 4 years). It has a more research-oriented curriculum. The B.Com General is offered under the Saveetha School of Management (SSM) and is a standard 4-year programme without the NEP flexible exit structure. Students planning to pursue research or higher education should prefer B.Com {Hons.}.

Ques. What is the NEP 2020 flexible exit policy in B.Com {Hons.} at SIMATS?

Ans. Under the NEP 2020 framework, students enrolled in B.Com {Hons.} can exit the programme at different stages: after completing 2 years, they receive a Certificate in Commerce; after 3 years, they receive a Diploma in Commerce; and after completing all 4 years, they receive the full B.Com {Hons.} degree. This flexibility allows students to re-enter the programme later if they exit early, as per the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) framework.

Ques. Is B.Com {Hons.} better than B.Com (Accounting and Finance) or B.Com (Corporate Secretaryship) at SIMATS?

Ans. It depends on the student's career goals. B.Com {Hons.} is a broader, research-oriented 4-year programme ideal for students planning to pursue M.Com, MBA, or research. B.Com (Accounting and Finance) and B.Com (Corporate Secretaryship) are 3-year specialised programmes with focused curricula aligned to specific professional qualifications (CA/ICMA and CS respectively). Students with a clear professional goal should opt for the specialised programmes, while those seeking a broader foundation should choose B.Com {Hons.}.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Com {Hons.} from SIMATS?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in accounting, finance, banking, taxation, business management, and corporate governance. They can also pursue higher education such as M.Com, MBA, CA (ICAI), CS (ICSI), or ICMA. The Honours degree also opens pathways to research (Ph.D.) in commerce and management. Entry-level roles include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Tax Consultant, Business Analyst, and Banking Officer.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Com {Hons.} at SIMATS?

Ans. The total fee for B.Com {Hons.} at SIMATS is Rs. 8 Lakhs for the 4-year course (Rs. 2 Lakhs per year). This includes tuition and other charges. Hostel fees are separate and optional, ranging from Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 per year depending on room type.

Ques. Can a student from the Science or Arts stream join B.Com {Hons.} at SIMATS?

Ans. Yes, students from any stream (Commerce, Science, or Arts) who have completed Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks are eligible to apply for B.Com {Hons.} at SIMATS. There is no stream restriction for this programme.