Kerala University M.Com : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The Master of Commerce (M.Com) at the University of Kerala is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered through affiliated colleges across the state. The programme is structured across 4 semesters and covers advanced topics in accounting, finance, taxation, business management, and research methodology. Total tuition fees for the 2-year programme are Rs. 5,160 (General category), making it one of the most affordable PG commerce programmes in the country. The course is highly popular among B.Com graduates seeking to deepen their subject expertise, qualify for UGC NET/JRF, or pursue academic careers in commerce and management.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently ongoing. The last date to apply online is April 30, 2026. The entrance examination is scheduled from May 18 to May 24, 2026, and classes are expected to commence from July 16, 2026. Admissions remain open until August 31, 2026.

Key Points:

• Admission is through Kerala University's Centralised Allotment Process (CSS) based on an entrance examination conducted by the university.
• The programme is offered in affiliated government, aided, and self-financing colleges of Kerala University.
• SC/ST candidates are fully exempted from tuition fee payment; E-Grantz scholarship covers tuition and examination fees for eligible students.
• The programme prepares students for UGC NET/JRF, teaching careers, and higher research (M.Phil./Ph.D.).
• Eligibility requires a minimum CGPA of 2 on a 4-point scale, 3.5 on a 7-point scale, or 5 on a 10-point scale in the qualifying B.Com degree.

KU M.Com Fees

Tuition Fees

Hostel Fees (Optional)

• Caution Deposit of Rs. 2,000 is collected at the time of admission and is refundable at the end of the course.
• SC/ST candidates are fully exempted from tuition fee payment.
• E-Grantz scholarship covers tuition and examination fees for eligible SC/ST/OBC students; students effectively pay minimal or no fees.
• Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the total course fees above.
• No EMI facility is officially offered; fees are paid semester-wise.

KU M.Com Admission 2026

Kerala University M.Com Admission Dates 2026-27

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates must have passed a B.Com degree from the University of Kerala or an equivalent examination recognised by the university.
• Minimum CGPA of 2 on a 4-point scale, 3.5 on a 7-point scale, or 5 on a 10-point scale in the qualifying degree.
• Candidates who have qualified the entrance examination conducted by Kerala University are eligible for admission.

Admission Process:

• Register online at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in before April 30, 2026.
• Pay the registration fee online (Rs. 1,500 for General/SEBC; Rs. 750 for SC/ST).
• Appear for the university-level entrance examination scheduled from May 18 to May 24, 2026.
• Rank list is published on June 17, 2026; allotment is based on entrance exam score and merit.
• Candidates must report to the allotted college with original documents for certificate verification and admission.
• Pay the semester fee at the time of admission to confirm the seat.

KU M.Com Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• E-Grantz applications are submitted through the official portal: egrantz.kerala.gov.in.
• UGC Single Girl Child Scholarship applications are submitted through the UGC portal; the scholarship is available for PG students who are the only girl child in their family.
• SC/ST students are exempted from tuition fee payment at the time of admission itself.
• Central Sector Scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal: scholarships.gov.in.