Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com]
About Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com]
UPRTOU’s Bachelor of Commerce is a three-year distance mode programme for 10+2 graduates seeking a UGC-recognized commerce qualification with the flexibility to study alongside work or family responsibilities. Ranked 3rd in the NIRF Open University category 2025, UPRTOU offers the B.Com through self-study materials and term-end examinations at regional centres. Total fees are INR 15,000 for three years and admission is merit-based.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 15 August 2026.
- UPRTOU operates regional study and examination centres in Prayagraj, Lucknow, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Kanpur, Agra, Bareilly, Meerut, Noida, Jhansi, and Faujabad.
UPRTOU B.Com Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Course Fee | INR 5,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 15,000 |
- Total fees are paid in three annual instalments of INR 5,000 each.
- Application fee of INR 500 is non-refundable and payable separately at registration.
- All fees are payable online through the UPRTOU Samarth admission portal.
UPRTOU B.Com Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 25 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 August 2026 |
- Students must create a mandatory ABC ID and DEB ID before submitting the application form.
- Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks and no entrance examination is required for B.Com.
- Regional centre selection is finalized at the time of application and cannot be changed.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 or equivalent from any stream from a recognized board is the minimum requirement.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2. Relaxed to 45% for SC/ST/OBC/Minority category candidates.
- No upper age limit. Working professionals in accounts and finance are eligible to apply.
- A valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar is required at the time of admission.
Admission Process
- Visit the official UPRTOU Samarth portal at uprtou.ac.in and create an account with a valid email and mobile number.
- Generate an ABC ID through the Academic Bank of Credits portal and a DEB ID through the UGC-DEB portal before applying.
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- Upload scanned copies of 10+2 and 10th mark sheets and certificates, government-issued photo ID, and a recent passport-size photograph.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 500 through the online payment gateway on the Samarth portal.
- Select a preferred UPRTOU regional centre near the place of residence for examinations and study support.
- Download and retain the application acknowledgement receipt from the portal after successful submission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an affordable UGC-recognized B.Com at just INR 15,000 total.
- Working in accounts, finance, or trade and need a formal commerce degree.
- Planning to pursue CA, MBA Finance, or M.Com after completing graduation.
- Based in UP with access to UPRTOU’s 11 regional examination centres.
✗ Skip if
- Need campus-based accounting labs, tally training, and commerce workshops.
- Targeting placement-supported B.Com from a reputed commerce college.
- Require college infrastructure including library, events, and peer networking.
- Employers in the target sector specifically require a full-time residential degree.
UPRTOU B.Com Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility/Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| UP Post-Matric Dashmottar Scholarship | Fee reimbursement | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students with annual family income below INR 2 lakh |
| Central Sector Scholarship via NSP | Varies by category | SC/ST students at UGC-DEB recognized distance institutions |
| UPRTOU SC/ST Fee Concession | Partial fee waiver | SC/ST students submitting valid caste certificate at admission |
- Apply for UP Post-Matric Dashmottar Scholarship at scholarship.up.in by October 2026.
- NSP scholarships available at scholarships.gov.in after UPRTOU enrolment confirmation.
- Submit valid caste certificate at admission for UPRTOU in-house SC/ST fee concession.
UPRTOU B.Com FAQs
Ques. Is the UPRTOU B.Com degree valid for government jobs and CA/M.Com admission?
Ans. Yes. UPRTOU is UGC-recognized and the B.Com is approved by the Distance Education Bureau. The degree is equivalent to a full-time B.Com and is accepted for government commerce vacancies, CA Foundation registration, and admission to MBA, M.Com, or postgraduate diploma programmes at recognized institutions across India.
Ques. Can I complete UPRTOU B.Com while working in accounts or business?
Ans. Yes. The programme is structured entirely for distance learners. UPRTOU sends study materials to the registered address and examinations are held at 11 regional centres across Uttar Pradesh including Prayagraj, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Agra. No campus attendance is required at any stage of the three-year B.Com programme.
Ques. What subjects are covered in the UPRTOU B.Com programme?
Ans. The UPRTOU B.Com curriculum covers core commerce subjects including financial accounting, business economics, business organisation and management, corporate accounting, income tax law, auditing, cost accounting, company law, and business statistics. The programme spans three years and is delivered through self-study printed materials and term-end examinations.
Ques. What documents are needed for UPRTOU B.Com admission 2026?
Ans. Applicants need 10+2 mark sheets and pass certificate, 10th pass certificate and mark sheets, a government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar or voter ID, recent passport-size photographs, and a caste or category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/Minority quota candidates. All documents are uploaded as scanned files on the UPRTOU Samarth admission portal.
Ques. Can students from any stream apply for UPRTOU B.Com?
Ans. Yes. UPRTOU accepts applications for B.Com from 10+2 graduates of any stream including Commerce, Arts, and Science. There is no stream-specific restriction on eligibility, provided the candidate meets the minimum percentage requirement of 50% in aggregate. Science and Arts graduates can therefore pursue B.Com at UPRTOU without any barrier.
Ques. What career options are available after UPRTOU B.Com?
Ans. UPRTOU B.Com graduates can work as junior accountants, tax assistants, billing executives, finance support staff, and banking clerks in private firms and government departments. The degree also qualifies for CA Foundation, M.Com, MBA, and various state and central government service examinations that require a commerce graduation background.