Lady Doak College Madurai B.Com Professional Accounting: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The B.Com Professional Accounting programme is a self-financed specialisation at Lady Doak College with its curriculum aligned to ICAI Chartered Accountant Foundation syllabi. Unlike the regular aided B.Com, this programme mandates CA Foundation registration in Semester I, requires Tally software certification, and includes a compulsory audit firm internship in Semester V. The programme is specifically designed for students who want to integrate professional accounting qualifications with their undergraduate commerce studies.

Ans. Yes, registration for the ICAI CA Foundation is mandatory for all students enrolled in the B.Com Professional Accounting programme at Lady Doak College. Students are required to register with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India during Semester I of the programme. This ensures that the academic coursework and the professional CA Foundation preparation proceed together throughout the three-year degree, giving students a structured path toward the chartered accountancy qualification.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as chartered accountants after clearing ICAI examinations, or work in accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial analysis roles in corporate firms, banks, and public sector organisations. The Tally certification and audit firm internship embedded in the programme make graduates work-ready for accounting roles immediately after graduation. Many students also pursue further qualifications such as M.Com, MBA Finance, or CMA after completing this degree.

Ans. The total programme fee for the 3-year B.Com Professional Accounting is INR 1,68,000. The Year 1 fee is INR 56,025 and subsequent annual fees are charged as per the college notification. The first fee installment for the 2026 batch was due by June 12, 2026. Fees are paid annually through the college’s fee payment system. Hostel charges are billed separately and are not included in the INR 1,68,000 programme total.

Ans. Students must bring originals and one photocopy set of all qualifying documents for document verification held between June 3 and June 5, 2026. Documents required include Class 12 mark sheet showing Commerce, Business Studies, and Accountancy subjects, original transfer certificate, community certificate, Aadhaar card, and passport-sized photographs. Vocational stream mark sheets are not accepted. A parent or guardian must attend document verification in person as per Lady Doak College admission rules.

Ans. The B.Com Professional Accounting programme at Lady Doak College includes a mandatory internship at a registered audit firm during Semester V. This provides students with practical exposure to auditing workflows, financial reporting, and client-facing accounting tasks under the supervision of a practising Chartered Accountant. The internship is a curriculum requirement for programme completion and is intended to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional accounting practice in real business environments.