1. Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi University

Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) is a top college under the University of Delhi in New Delhi, mainly known for commerce and economics. It was established in 1926 and has a strong academic focus and many active student societies that support overall learning. Its alumni include well-known names like Arun Jaitley, Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, and Anshu Jain, who have built successful careers in different sectors.

In 2025, Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) was ranked 18th in the “Overall College” category in national college rankings.

SRCC offers B.Com (Hons) and B.A. (Hons) in Economics at the undergraduate level, along with M.Com and M.A. at the postgraduate level.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses & Seats:
- B.Com (Hons): 793 seats
- BA (Hons) Economics:199
Admission Through: CUET UG
Cut Off:In 2025, the Round 1 cut-off was around 917/1000 for B.Com (Hons) and 909–910/1000 for B.A. (Hons) Economics
Eligibility: Students must have 10+2 with at least 50% marks and a valid CUET-UG score, and Mathematics in Class 12 is compulsory for B.A. (Hons) Economics.

2. Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), Delhi University

Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR) is a premier women’s college under the University of Delhi, established in 1956 and known for excellence in arts, commerce, and science education. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs like B.A., B.Com, and B.Sc., and is widely respected for strong academic and extracurricular achievements, producing leaders across diverse fields.

In the NIRF 2025 LSR was ranked 10th in the “College” category.

The highest placement package at LSR reached INR 48.90 LPA for the 2024 batch and INR 45 LPA for the 2025 batch, with average packages of INR 10.55 LPA (2024) and INR 12.18 LPA (2025).

Key Facts & Info

Top courses & seats :
- B.Com (Hons) - 67
- B.A. (Hons) Economics - 107
- B.A. (Hons) Political Science - 107
- B.A. (Hons) Psychology - 62
Admission Through - CUET (UG)
Cut Off - B.A. (Hons.) Political Science – 770–790 | B.Com (Hons.) – 780–800 | B.A. (Hons.) English – 760–780 | B.A. (Hons.) Economics – 785–800

3. Loyola College, Chennai

Loyola College is a reputed Arts and Science college in Chennai, well known for its strong Commerce and Business Administration streams, especially the B.Com and BBA programs. The college offers 20+ undergraduate and postgraduate courses across arts, science, and commerce, along with active M.Phil. and Ph.D. research programs. One of its most famous alumni is Anirudh Ravichander, who is a leading Indian music director known for blockbuster film soundtracks and multiple national-level awards.

In the NIRF 2025 ranking, Loyola College, Chennai, is ranked 14th in India

As per the 2024 placement report, the highest package at Loyola College was INR 22.5 LPA, with an average package of INR 6.34 LPA. Students from the B.Com and BBA courses also secured analyst roles at Goldman Sachs with packages around INR 8 LPA, reflecting the strong career outcomes of these programs.

Key Facts & Info

Top Course & seats :
- B.Com (Honours):-120
- B.A.: Mass Communication is a notable program -
- BBA –
Admission Through - Merit-based + Interview
Cut off - For Loyola College Chennai, merit-based cutoffs for B.Com and BBA usually fall around 90–95% or higher for the general category.

4. St. Xavier’s College (Mumbai & Kolkata)

St. Xavier's College, Mumbai and St. Xavier's College, Kolkata are premier Jesuit institutions known for excellence in Arts, Commerce, and Science, with popular courses like B.Com, B.A., B.Sc., and BMS (Mumbai). A well-known alumnus is Rajdeep Sardesai, one of India’s leading TV journalists and news anchors.

In the NIRF 2025 College Rankings St. Xavier's College, Kolkata secured an impressive 8th position nationwide.

In recent years, the highest package has touched around INR 21 LPA at both campuses, while the Mumbai campus reports an average of INR 4–6 LPA. The Kolkata campus placed 550+ students with a 25% rise in placements, showing strong career outcomes.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com - 240 seats (15% management quota, 85% for Christian minority and general category)
- BMS
- B.Com (Accounting & Finance)
Admission: Xavier Entrance Test (XET) / admission weighted at 60% for the XET score and 40% for Class 12 marks.
Cut off - XAT percentile above 90

5. Narsee Monjee College of Commerce & Economics (NM College), Mumbai

Narsee Monjee College of Commerce & Economics (NM College), established in 1964, is a leading commerce institution in Mumbai affiliated with the University of Mumbai and managed by the Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM). It is best known for its flagship B.Com program, which is one of the most sought-after commerce courses in the city.

For the 2024 placement season, the highest package at NM College stood at INR 21–23 LPA, with an average of INR 4–8 LPA and around 60–80% placement rate. It is important to note that NM College is separate from NMIMS University, which has its own higher placement statistics and a different alumni network.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com
- BMS
Admission: merit-based, using Class XII marks
Cut off : cutoff for the open category generally ranges from 89% to 97%

6. Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai

Madras Christian College (MCC), founded in 1837, is a historic and highly regarded institution in Chennai affiliated with the University of Madras, offering 30+ undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Arts, Science, and Commerce. Its B.Com program is among the most popular commerce courses. A distinguished alumnus is R. Venkataraman, the former President of India, highlighting the college’s legacy of leadership.

As per the 2023 placement data, the highest package at MCC touched INR 10 LPA.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com
- BBA - 125 seats are available for BBA
Admission: Admission is via online application with minimum 50% marks, through merit or entrance exams like TANCET/CUET, followed by merit list.

7. Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce (SCAC), Pune

Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce (SCAC), Pune is an autonomous, NAAC ‘A’ grade college affiliated with the Savitribai Phule Pune University. It is especially known for its flagship B.Com program, which is uniquely integrated with global professional qualifications such as ACCA, IMA, and IoA, along with offering M.Com and doctoral programs. A famous alumnus is Subodh Bhave, a renowned Marathi actor known for his work in films, television, and theatre.

Symbiosis International University is ranked 24th in the University category in the 2025 NIRF rankings.

During the 2023 placement season, the highest package at SCAC reached INR 21.50 LPA, reflecting the strong industry value of its commerce programs.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com
- BA
Admission: Merit-based (Class 12 marks)
Cut off - The expected cutoffs for the general category typically range from 80% to over 90%.

8. Mount Carmel College (MCC), Bengaluru

Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru (MCC), founded in 1944 and affiliated with Bangalore University, is a women's institution known for value-based education, strong academics, and industry-integrated learning. For commerce students, its popular programs include B.Com (Regular), B.Com with CMA integration, and BBA programs. A renowned alumna is Deepika Padukone, one of India’s leading Bollywood actresses.

In the 2023 placement season, the highest undergraduate package touched ₹21.5 LPA, while the median postgraduate salary stood at ₹4.5 LPA, reflecting solid career outcomes for MCC students.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com
- BBA
- B.Com with CMA integration
- BA Mass Communication
Admission: B.Com (General) admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks, BBA requires a written test followed by GD and PI, while BA Communication and Media is selected solely through a personal interview.
Eligibility: Candidates must have passed II PUC/12th (CBSE/ISC or equivalent) from a recognized board, with minimum marks as per program, and relaxation for SC/ST as per university norms.

9. St. Joseph’s College of Commerce (SJCC), Bengaluru

St. Joseph's College of Commerce, Bengaluru (SJCC) is a leading commerce-focused institution known for strong academics and an illustrious alumni network that includes Rahul Dravid and Mohandas Pai. It offers B.Com, BBA, and integrated professional programs such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, and CFA, designed for industry readiness.

For the 2025 placements, the highest B.Com package was ₹9.75 LPA with a median salary of ₹5.15 LPA, and top recruiters included Deloitte, KPMG, Accenture, and Goldman Sachs.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com (General, Analytics, IAF)
- BBA
Admission: B.Com (Regular) is merit-based on Class 12 marks; BBA and specialized courses require an entrance test, GD/micro-presentation, and interview; BA English (Hons) involves an entrance test followed by an interview.
Eligibility : SJCC UG admission is via online application with merit or entrance test, requiring at least 50% in 10+2/PUC from a recognized board.

10. Hansraj College, Delhi University

Hansraj College is a leading constituent college of the University of Delhi, known for its strong academics and vibrant alumni network. It is especially famous for its B.Com (Honours) program, offered by the college’s largest and most reputed Department of Commerce. Its distinguished alumni include Shah Rukh Khan and Anurag Kashyap.

Hansraj College is ranked 3rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 for colleges

For the 2024 and 2025 placement drives, the highest package touched INR 23 LPA, with average packages of INR 8.2 LPA (2024) and INR 8.4 LPA (2025), and median packages of INR 7 LPA (2024) and INR 9 LPA (2025), reflecting strong placement outcomes for commerce students.

Key Facts & Info

Top Courses:
- B.Com (Hons)
- BA (Hons) Economics
Admission: CUET (UG)
Cutt off - Hansraj College 2025 expected cutoffs (General): B.Com (Hons.) ~770–780 | B.A. (Hons.) Economics ~740–750 (round- and category-wise variations apply).

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