Pondicherry University B.Com : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Pondicherry University (PU), a NAAC A+ accredited Central University established by an Act of Parliament in 1985, offers the Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com (Hons.)] as a 4-year full-time, on-campus programme under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework. The programme is offered at both the main Puducherry campus (Kalapet) and the Karaikal campus, with an intake of 40 seats at each campus. The B.Com (Hons.) curriculum covers core commerce subjects including financial accounting, business law, taxation, auditing, corporate finance, and management, along with interdisciplinary and skill-enhancement courses as per NEP guidelines. The total fees for the 4-year programme are approximately Rs 2.07 Lakhs, making it one of the most affordable and prestigious commerce programmes in South India. Admission is through CUET (UG) 2026 conducted by NTA, and the programme is highly popular among students seeking a quality commerce education from a reputed central university with strong research and academic credentials.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are through CUET (UG) 2026. The CUET UG 2026 application window was open from January 3 to February 26, 2026 (now closed). The exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026, and results are expected by July 4, 2026 (tentative). Pondicherry University will release its merit list and conduct counselling after CUET results are declared, with the new batch expected to commence in August/September 2026.

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4-year B.Com (Hons.) programme under NEP 2020, offering exit options at the end of each year with appropriate certificates/diplomas.
Offered at two campuses: Puducherry (main campus, 40 seats) and Karaikal campus (40 seats).
Pondicherry University was the first in India to implement the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS), now widely adopted across universities.
The curriculum integrates interdisciplinary courses, ability enhancement courses, skill enhancement courses, and SWAYAM/MOOC courses.
NAAC A+ accredited Central University with strong research culture and 456+ faculty members.
Students can intern at Parliament through the Vice-President/Chancellor's initiative (10 students per year).

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03 Feb, 2026 Pondicherry University B.Com Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.05 Lakhs. Check details.

PU B.Com Fees

The B.Com (Hons.) programme at Pondicherry University falls under the Management category for fee purposes. Fees are charged semester-wise, with odd semesters (I, III, V, VII) having a higher fee due to one-time charges collected in the first semester, and even semesters (II, IV, VI, VIII) having a lower fee. The total fee for the entire 4-year (8-semester) programme is approximately Rs 2,06,576. This is significantly lower than most private universities, making PU an excellent value-for-money option. Differently abled students are fully exempt from all fees except refundable caution deposits and group medical insurance.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Odd Semester (I/III/V/VII)	Even Semester (II/IV/VI/VIII)
Tuition Fee	Rs 3,000	Rs 3,000
Registration Fee (1st sem only)	Rs 300	-
Matriculation Fee (1st sem only)	Rs 100	-
Recognition Fee (1st sem only)	Rs 400	-
Sports Fund	Rs 500	Rs 500
Medical Examination / Facilities Fund	Rs 600	Rs 600
Library Fund	Rs 1,500	Rs 1,500
Laboratory Running / Maintenance Fund	Rs 2,500	Rs 2,500
Amenities Development Fund (1st sem only)	Rs 600	-
Students' Welfare Fund	Rs 600	Rs 600
Alumni Association Fund (1st sem only)	Rs 500	-
Caution Deposit - Refundable (1st sem only)	Rs 1,000	-
Advanced Lab / Language Lab Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Facilities Upgradation Fund	Rs 10,000	Rs 10,000
Placement Activity Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Academic Activity Fund	Rs 3,000	Rs 3,000
Field Visit	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,000
Industry-Institute Interface Fund	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,000
Digital Activity Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Group Medical Insurance (1st sem only)	Rs 944	-
University Development Fund (1st sem only)	Rs 2,000	-
Per Semester Total	Rs 30,944 (1st sem) / Rs 27,200 (other odd sems)	Rs 20,700
Total Fees (4 years / 8 semesters)	Rs 2,06,576 (approx.)

Hostel Fees

Hostel Fees (Optional)	Boys: Rs 1,000 per year (approx.); Girls: Nominal / Free

Caution deposit of Rs 1,000 is refundable upon leaving the university after clearing all dues.
Differently abled students are fully exempt from all fees except caution deposit and group medical insurance.
SC/ST students eligible for Post-Matric scholarships may pay fees after receiving scholarship amounts (within 90 days of admission).
Self-financing mode seats (if any) are charged double the regular fee.
Hostel mess charges are separate and payable to the mess contractor at actuals.
Late fee fine: Rs 5/day for first 10 days; Rs 10/day thereafter.

PU B.Com Admission 2026

Pondicherry University admits students to the B.Com (Hons.) programme exclusively through CUET (UG) scores. The CUET UG 2026 application window has closed (was January 3 to February 26, 2026). The exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026. After CUET results are declared (expected July 4, 2026), Pondicherry University will release a merit list and conduct counselling for seat allotment. Candidates are advised to monitor the official admissions portal (admissions.pondiuni.edu.in) for merit list and counselling schedule updates.

PU B.Com Admission Dates

Event	Dates
CUET UG 2026 Application Start	January 3, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Application Last Date	February 26, 2026 (Closed)
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card	May 5, 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates	May 11 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Answer Key	June 17, 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Result	July 4, 2026 (tentative)
PU Merit List / Counselling	July - August 2026 (tentative)
Batch Commencement	August / September 2026 (tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Conducting Body	Exam Dates	Application Period
CUET (UG) 2026	National Testing Agency (NTA)	May 11 - May 31, 2026	January 3 - February 26, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Pass in 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
SC/ST candidates are eligible irrespective of percentage obtained in the qualifying examination (unless otherwise specified).
CUET UG 2026 domain subjects for B.Com (Hons.): Accountancy / Business Studies / Economics / Computer Science.

Admission Process

Register and appear for CUET (UG) 2026 on the NTA portal (cuet.nta.nic.in). The application window for 2026-27 is now closed.
Download CUET UG 2026 admit card from May 5, 2026 (tentative) and appear for the exam between May 11 and May 31, 2026.
Check CUET UG 2026 result on the NTA website (expected July 4, 2026).
Monitor Pondicherry University's admissions portal (admissions.pondiuni.edu.in) for the merit list and counselling schedule.
Participate in PU's online counselling: register, submit preferences, and await seat allotment.
Report to the allotted campus (Puducherry or Karaikal) with original documents and pay fees to confirm admission.
Documents required: 10th and 12th mark sheets, CUET scorecard, transfer certificate, migration certificate (if applicable), caste certificate (if applicable), passport-size photographs.

PU B.Com Scholarships 2026

Pondicherry University offers and facilitates a wide range of scholarships for its students. For UG students, the primary scholarships available are government-funded schemes for SC/ST/OBC students, the NSP (National Scholarship Portal) schemes, and the Government of Puducherry scholarships for UT residents. The university's own merit and merit-cum-means scholarships are primarily for PG students. Differently abled students enjoy full fee exemption. These scholarships make the already affordable B.Com programme even more accessible.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Government of India SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from respective state governments	As per state government norms
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana	80% in Class 12; parental income up to Rs 4.5 Lakhs; enrolled in AICTE/UGC-recognised UG course	Rs 82,000 per year
Government of Puducherry Merit / Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Students belonging to UT of Puducherry enrolled in PU courses	As per Puducherry Govt norms
Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child (UGC)	Single girl child pursuing UG/PG programme	As per UGC norms
PG Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holders	University rank holders at UG level pursuing PG	As per UGC norms
Full Fee Exemption	Differently abled students	All fees waived (except caution deposit and medical insurance)

SC/ST students eligible for Post-Matric scholarships may pay fees after receiving scholarship amounts, within 90 days of admission.
Students are eligible for only one scholarship at a time.
NSP scholarship requires 75% attendance and maintenance of 50% marks.
Scholarship applications are typically submitted online through the respective portals at the beginning of each academic year.

PU B.Com FAQs

Ques. Is the B.Com at Pondicherry University a 3-year or 4-year programme?

Ans. Under the NEP 2020 framework, the B.Com (Hons.) at Pondicherry University is now a 4-year programme. However, students have exit options: after 1 year they receive a Certificate, after 2 years a Diploma, after 3 years a B.Com degree, and after 4 years a B.Com (Hons.) degree. Students who exit early can re-enter within 3 years to complete the remaining years.

Ques. Is CUET mandatory for admission to B.Com at Pondicherry University? What subjects should I choose?

Ans. Yes, CUET (UG) is the only route for admission to B.Com (Hons.) at Pondicherry University. You should choose domain subjects from: Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, or Computer Science. It is advisable to choose the subjects you have studied in Class 12 for best performance.

Ques. What is the total fee for the B.Com (Hons.) programme at Pondicherry University?

Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Com (Hons.) programme is approximately Rs 2.07 Lakhs for the entire duration. This includes tuition fees, library fund, lab fund, placement activity fund, and other charges. Hostel charges are separate and very nominal (approximately Rs 1,000 per year for boys; girls' hostel is largely free). This makes PU one of the most affordable central universities for commerce education.

Ques. Can students from outside Puducherry apply for B.Com at Pondicherry University?

Ans. Yes, Pondicherry University is a Central University and admits students from across India. Admission is purely merit-based through CUET (UG) scores. There is no domicile restriction. However, reservation benefits (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) are as per Government of India norms, not state-specific.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Com (Hons.) from Pondicherry University?

Ans. Graduates can pursue higher education such as M.Com, MBA, CA, CMA, CS, or CFA. Career options include roles in accounting, finance, banking, taxation, auditing, corporate law, and financial analysis. Pondicherry University's strong academic reputation and central university status also opens doors to government jobs and competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, and banking exams.

Ques. Does Pondicherry University provide hostel accommodation for B.Com students?

Ans. Yes, Pondicherry University has separate hostels for boys and girls on its 780-acre green campus. Hostel fees are very nominal (approximately Rs 1,000 per year for boys; girls' hostel is largely free). Mess charges are separate and payable at actuals. Hostel accommodation is subject to availability and is allotted on a first-come, first-served basis after admission. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation immediately after confirming admission.

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