St. Xavier's College, Kolkata — B.Com
St. Xavier's College · Autonomous Jesuit Institution, University of Calcutta
B.Com (Hons.) at St. Xavier's College, Kolkata — merit-based admissions with an index calculated from Class 12 marks.
About St. Xavier's Kolkata
St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, founded on 16 January 1860, is spread over 16 acres at 30 Park Street, Kolkata. The urban campus includes separate hostels for men and women (AJC Bose Road Hostel), along with a food court, gym, indoor games facilities, and a two-floor central library. As an autonomous Jesuit institution affiliated with the University of Calcutta, it maintains its longstanding tradition of academic excellence and holistic education.
The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including B.Com (Hons.), B.A., B.Sc., B.M.S., integrated M.Sc. courses, and evening PG and commerce programmes.
Eligibility
- Educational requirement: Passed 10+2. Admission is based on merit, typically without entrance tests for B.Com. No eligibility after five years from passing +2 (excluding admission year).
- Honours requirements: Minimum 45% marks in English and each subject in the +2 exam (60% aggregate recommended for competitive courses). B.Com Honours requires English plus one of Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Statistics, or Applied Mathematics.
- Mathematics requirement: For B.Com, a mandatory +2 subject requirement includes Mathematics/Business Mathematics/Business Economics with Mathematics (math options may vary slightly by board).
- Aggregate index: Admissions involve calculating an index comprising marks in English + two other subjects (including math, where required), weighted per course.
Admission Procedure (2026)
- Merit based on the calculated index using +2 marks (English + two subjects; math mandatory for B.Com).
- Selection Lists are published online in phases.
- Online Admission: Selected candidates must complete enrolment within the stipulated online deadlines.
- Document Verification: Occurs at the college premises in mid-July.
- Orientation for new students is held around 17-18 July.
Candidates must ensure eligibility (45% in required subjects, mathematics criteria met), apply online, and submit all documents during physical verification.
Fee Structure — Tuition & Total Fees for B.Com (Morning/Evening)
| Year | Tuition Fee (₹) | Total Fees (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 93,000 | 1,16,000 |
| 2 | 93,000 | 1,16,000 |
| 3 | 93,000 | 1,16,000 |
| Total | 2,79,000 | 3,48,000 |
Note: Tuition fees are consistent across 2025-26 and are likely retained for 2026-27.
St. Xavier's College, Kolkata — B.Com — FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about this course
St. Xavier's College, Kolkata was founded on 16 January 1860 and is spread over 16 acres at 30 Park Street, Kolkata. As an autonomous Jesuit institution affiliated with the University of Calcutta, it maintains its longstanding tradition of academic excellence and holistic education.
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