One of my friends did his B.Com from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. Since he now belongs to the alumni network, here are some of the things he had to share about his college.

• Being there for 5 years, he describes his journey as something out of a dream. 
• It was indeed a huge transformation for his personality and he gets appreciated by his colleagues and friends for being a part of it.
• You would be surrounded by a knowledgeable pool of students and hefty rules like strict attendance criteria, etc. is an integral part of all-around development.
• This may sound exhausting at first but you get ample opportunities and time to bond with your friends.
• He always loved the fact that people were able to recognize his college and its reputation, just by the name.

As you step out of college and meet the fierce real world, your reputation works only when you work hard enough. Fortunately, being a part of NM, all of his friends were fearless and prepared to face challenges due to the tough regime and discipline they learned. On top of that, the name itself is a matter of pride for NMites any day.

Definitely, you can do both CA as well as B.Com at the same time from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai. However, managing both at the same time will be difficult. 

The college has a very strict attendance policy of 75%. So basically you will need to attend classes every day. Living in a city like Mumbai, traveling to and fro to attend lectures, managing studies along with a job is not something that everyone can handle. Even if your attendance percentage is slightly lower than 75% the college will debar you from giving exams and may even expel you from the program. Some students even develop health issues due to such a rigorous schedule.

Now, these are the problems with doing CA and B.Com at the same time. But if you can handle the pressure, then definitely you should do it.

Yes, the college does not offer a CA course. However, because more than half of the students of Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics go on to pursue CA in the later stage of their lives, it is claimed as the CA factory nonetheless. 

One of my cousins is a recent alumnus of the institute, and he says that the title acclaimed to NM college is quite inaccurate. It is because there are several other top colleges that produce students who go on to pursue CA in their upcoming years, without having to call themselves a part of the CA factory. For instance, HR, SRCC, and numerous other institutes are to name a few handfuls. 

Now, whether it is accurate to call NM College a CA factory or not is a completely subjective view. But it is called CA factory as a considerable number of students pursue CA after the completion of their degree from this college.

Both the colleges are different from each other in terms of rules and the curriculum. Having to know some people in both of these colleges, here are some comparative points you can refer to before making a decision.

• If you are an early riser, Narsee Monjee is the best as the classes start in the early morning. On the other hand, classes at St. Xaviers Kolkata are usually conducted in the evening from 4 pm to 8 pm. 
• Choosing between the two also depends on your perspective whether you want to be in your comfort or you want to see a change in your schedule.
• CA is not an easy subject. One of my friends has cleared IPCC and it will require a lot of dedication and hard work. 
• Coupled with B.Com it becomes more challenging. But if you are well prepared, it will not be a problem.
• The quality of education and brand name is at par for both the colleges, however, if you are an average student then Narsee Monjee is a better choice. 
• This is because you can attend the classes in the morning itself and finish by noon so that you can join coaching in the evening. 
• Both the colleges demand a minimum of 75% attendance however, in recent years Narsee Monjee has been allowing students with at least 50% attendance. So again the decision depends on your dedication towards CA.
• Being in a morning college also makes you disciplined. You will be able to work on a routine.

Overall, CA is one of the prestigious career perspectives in India and there is a huge scope for CA graduates. Thus, you must choose the college wisely. Both of these colleges stand apart from each other In terms of schedule and even location. Know your determination towards your goal and you can easily make a choice.

Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics and just like all colleges, they also have their own set of rules and regulations. Here are some day-to-day rules you need to follow:

• Always wear your ID card
• Your attendance must be above 75% officially but they would allow it if it's above at least 50%.
• Never use mobile phones in class.
• If you're late, your attendance for the entire day will be marked absent. 
• Attend all the lectures, be punctual.
• Submit assignments in time without any delay.
• Apart from the theory lectures, you need to have enough attendance in the practical classes too.

Overall, there are other minor rules which you would know once you become a part of Narsee Monjee College. Although the rules might sound quite strict compared to other colleges, these are the rules that make you disciplined and a better person. Failing to adhere to any of the rules can get you debarred from the authorities. 

My sister is a student of Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics and according to her, it can be done. But it will definitely be very much difficult for you to handle. The attendance of Narsee Monjee is strict, at least 75% is required. So you will have to attend classes almost every day.

Then the classes are not according to a fixed schedule. They change frequently. You may have a presentation or a project at any time without notice. This will eat up a lot of your time. All these things make doing CA and BAF simultaneously very difficult. But yes it can be done nonetheless. If you can take this and manage classes and office at the same time then go ahead and do it. 

In terms of academics, Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics would be the best option among the above-mentioned colleges. 

NM College has strict rules for conduct which are thoroughly followed very seriously in classrooms as well as colleges’ premises. 

It is known to have a good environment and you can focus very well on your studies. NM College does not only focus on theoretical knowledge but focuses on practical learning as well. There is a placement cell that invites various companies for job interviews. The placements are good. NM College of Commerce and Economics is undoubtedly one of the best of all.