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Online M.Com (Master of Commerce)

Postgraduate · 5 UGC-entitled universities compared

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Level

Postgraduate

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Total fee

₹66,000 – ₹1.3 lakh

Universities

5 compared

What is an Online M.Com?

An online M.Com (Master of Commerce) is a two-year postgraduate degree in accounting, finance, taxation and business, taught online over four semesters. It goes deeper into commerce subjects than a B.Com and is more academic and finance-focused than an MBA.

It suits commerce graduates working in accounts, audit, tax, banking or finance who want a master's degree for promotion, and people preparing for teaching, research or competitive exams where an M.Com is asked for.

The university must be entitled by UGC-DEB to offer the online M.Com for your session. An online M.Com from an entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to one earned on campus.

Expect 8 to 12 hours of study a week, with case studies, accounting problems and a project or dissertation in the final year at many universities.

Key highlights

Quick read

  • Two years, four semesters; most universities allow up to four years
  • For B.Com graduates, and at many universities BBA, BBM or other graduates with commerce subjects
  • Advanced accounting, corporate finance, taxation, auditing and business law
  • Specialise in accounting and finance, taxation, banking or international finance where offered
  • Online, remotely proctored exams at most universities
  • Equivalent to a campus M.Com when the university is UGC-DEB entitled

Online M.Com from top universities

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Validity and approvals

Approvals
ApprovalWhat it means for you
UGC-DEB entitlementThe one that matters most. Under the UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, a university may run an online degree only if the UGC's Distance Education Bureau lists it, for that programme, for your admission session. Check the university and the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in before you pay.
Equivalence with a regular degreeThe 2020 Regulations say a degree earned online from an entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to the same degree earned on campus. Some employers, exam boards and foreign bodies apply their own rules, so check them if you have a specific job or exam in mind.
NAAC gradeThe National Assessment and Accreditation Council grades a university's overall quality. A strong NAAC score is also one of the routes by which a university becomes eligible to offer online programmes.
NIRF rankThe Ministry of Education's annual National Institutional Ranking Framework. A rank shows how the university as a whole compares; it is not a ranking of its online programme.
AIU membershipMembership of the Association of Indian Universities helps when another university or an employer abroad assesses your degree, for example for admission to a higher degree.
WES and other foreign evaluationsIf you may study or work abroad later, ask World Education Services (or the evaluator your destination uses) whether it evaluates online degrees from your chosen university. Several universities say theirs are accepted; confirm with the evaluator before you rely on it.

Online vs regular M.Com

Online vs regular
FactorOnlineRegular (on campus)
Where and when you studyFrom home, around your job; recorded lectures plus scheduled live sessionsOn campus, on the college timetable
Total costUsually lower; no hostel or relocation costsHigher tuition at many institutes, plus living costs
Can you keep working?Yes, most learners doUsually not for a full-time programme
ExamsOnline, with remote proctoring at most universitiesIn-person exams at the institute
Networking and campus lifeOnline forums, live classes and occasional meet-upsDaily contact with classmates, clubs and campus events
PlacementsCareer support and job portals; campus-style placement is limitedCampus placement for many M.Com programmes
RecognitionEquivalent to the regular degree if the university is UGC-DEB entitledRecognised if the university is UGC-recognised

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Online M.Com subjects and syllabus

Our summary of the common core across the online M.Com programmes on this site and typical UGC-model M.Com curricula. Subject names differ by university.

Semester 1

  • Management Concepts and Organisational Behaviour
  • Advanced Financial Accounting
  • Managerial Economics
  • Business Statistics
  • Business Environment

Semester 2

  • Corporate Financial Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Research Methodology
  • Income Tax Law and Practice

Semester 3

  • Cost and Management Accounting
  • Corporate Tax Planning
  • Auditing and Assurance
  • Two specialisation electives

Semester 4

  • Strategic Management
  • Indirect Taxes (GST)
  • Specialisation elective
  • Project or dissertation

Eligibility

A B.Com, or a related bachelor's degree accepted by the university (such as BBA, BBM or BAF), usually with 45% to 50% marks.

  • B.Com or an equivalent commerce degree from a recognised university
  • Many universities also accept BBA, BBM, BAF or BMS; some accept any graduate
  • Usually 45% to 50% aggregate marks, with relaxation for reserved categories
  • No entrance exam at most universities

Duration and mode

Duration
Programme length2 years (4 semesters)
Maximum time allowedUsually 4 years
CreditsAround 80 credits, depending on the university
ModeOnline lectures, e-books, case studies, assignments and a project
ExamsEnd-of-semester exams, mostly online with remote proctoring
Weekly study timePlan for 8 to 12 hours a week

Online M.Com fees by university

Total programme fees range from ₹66,000 to ₹1,25,000 across the 5 universities we compare. These are list prices from the universities' websites (October 2026), before scholarships or offers.

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat2 years (4 semesters)₹66,000₹16,500Details
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹1,00,000₹25,000Details
Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan24 months (4 semesters)₹1,08,000–Details
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹1,14,000–Details
Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka2 years₹1,25,000–Details
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Admission procedure

  1. Check the university and the online M.Com on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session
  2. Apply on the university's official portal
  3. Upload mark sheets, degree certificate, ID and photo
  4. Pay the first-semester fee to the university's own account
  5. Get access to the learning platform

Top Online M.Com specialisations

Career scope and salary

Careers
RoleTypical salary
Financial AnalystAverage base pay about ₹5.7 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2.7 lakh–₹10 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026)
Tax ConsultantAverage base pay about ₹6.9 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.2 lakh–₹10 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026; small sample of 72 profiles)
AccountantAverage base pay about ₹3.1 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.5 lakh–₹6.2 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Relationship Manager (banking)Average base pay about ₹4.5 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2.5 lakh–₹10 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026)
Commerce lecturer (after NET or SET)Pay in colleges follows UGC and state pay scales; private institutions set their own.

Is it worth it?

  • Worth it if you work in accounts, tax or finance and your employer values a master's degree, or if you plan to teach commerce (you will also need UGC-NET or a state SET).
  • If your goal is a management role, compare it with an online MBA in finance, which covers broader management skills.
  • An M.Com doesn't replace professional qualifications such as CA, CMA or ACCA, but it can sit well alongside them.

Online M.Com: FAQs

Can I do an online M.Com without a B.Com?

Many universities accept BBA, BBM or similar degrees, and some accept any graduate. Check the eligibility on the university's page.

Is an online M.Com valid for UGC-NET and lecturer jobs?

An online degree from a UGC-DEB entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to the regular degree under the UGC's 2020 Regulations. Check the specific exam notification for any extra conditions.

M.Com or MBA in finance?

An M.Com goes deeper into accounting, tax and commerce theory; an MBA in finance is broader and more managerial. Choose by the job you want next.

How much time does it need?

Plan for 8 to 12 hours a week, plus extra time for the final project.

Can I do it alongside CA or CMA?

Many students do. Check the exam calendar of both so that your semester exams don't clash with your professional exams.

Is there an entrance exam?

Most universities admit on your graduation marks without an entrance test.

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