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Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science (PCACS) is a private autonomous college established in 1998 under the Mahatma Education Society (MES). It is permanently affiliated to the University of Mumbai and recognised by UGC under sections 2(f) and 12(B). The college received autonomous status from UGC in June 2019 and is ISO 9001:2015 certified.
PCACS has maintained NAAC ’A’ grade accreditation across three consecutive assessment cycles (2007, 2011, and 2016). The college does not currently appear in the NIRF College ranked list or other major national ranking indices.
The campus is located at Sector 16, New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, operated by the Mahatma Education Society, which also runs campuses in Borivali, Chembur, Powai, and Rasayani. The college serves over 4,000 students across UG and PG programmes.
- B.Com: available in Regular, Accounting and Finance, Accounting and Finance with ACCA, FinTech, Business Management, and Financial Markets specialisations
- B.Sc: available in AI and Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computational Science, Information Technology, Biotechnology, Psychology, and Economics and Analytics
- B.A. Multimedia and Mass Communication (BAMC): 3-year undergraduate programme
- BBA / BCA: management and computer applications programmes, linked to MAH CET
- PG Programmes: M.Com, M.Sc IT, M.Sc Biotechnology, M.Sc Data Analytics, and M.A. Communication and Journalism
- Ph.D: in Commerce, with specialisations in Business Policy and Administration, Business Economics, and Accountancy
Total B.Sc fees range from INR 1.37 Lakhs to INR 1.75 Lakhs for the 3-year programme. B.Com fees range from INR 78,570 to INR 1.69 Lakhs across specialisations. M.Sc fees are INR 1.04 to INR 1.26 Lakhs for the 2-year programme.
PCACS placements for the 2023-24 cycle saw 559 UG and 97 PG students placed. The highest package was INR 9 Lakhs. The UG median salary stood at INR 2.5 LPA and the PG median at INR 2.75 LPA.
PCACS Admission Dates 2026
PCACS admissions for the 2026-27 session follow the University of Mumbai schedule for merit-based UG admission, alongside the college’s own portal for pre-registration. BBA and BCA intake is MAH CET-linked and follows a separate state-level counselling schedule.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| HSC Maharashtra Board Results 2026 | Announced prior to admission |
| UG Admission Pre-Registration (PCACS Portal) | Open: closes 25 August 2026 |
| University of Mumbai UG Admission Portal | muugadmission.samarth.edu.in |
| MAH CET 2026 (BBA / BCA) | Conducted prior to counselling |
| PCACS First Merit List 2026 | To be declared on college portal |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | As per merit list schedule |
| Programme Commencement | August 2026 |
The table below lists the entrance exams accepted and the admission mode for each programme family at PCACS for the 2026-27 intake.
| Programme | Admission Basis | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| B.Com (all specialisations) | HSC merit (60% and above) | University of Mumbai portal / Direct |
| B.Sc (all specialisations) | HSC merit (45% and above in Science) | University of Mumbai portal / Direct |
| B.A. BAMC | HSC merit | Direct |
| BBA / BCA | MAH CET 2026 | State counselling / Direct |
| M.Com | B.Com graduation merit | Direct |
| M.Sc (IT / Biotechnology / Data Analytics) | Graduation merit in relevant science | Direct |
| M.A. Communication and Journalism | Graduation merit (50%) | Direct |
PCACS Courses and Fees
PCACS offers 13 undergraduate and 5 postgraduate programmes across Commerce, Science, and Arts. The college’s autonomous status allows it to design specialised curricula in areas like FinTech, Data Analytics, and AI and ML. The table below covers the major programme families with total fees for the full duration.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (Full Duration) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (AI/ML, CS, IT, Biotech, others) | 3 years | 10+2 with 45% in Science stream | INR 1.37 to 1.75 Lakhs |
| B.Com (Regular, A&F, Business Mgmt, FinTech) | 3 years | 10+2 with 60% | INR 78,570 to 1.69 Lakhs |
| B.A. Multimedia and Mass Communication | 3 years | 10+2 in any stream | INR 1.45 to 1.93 Lakhs |
| BBA | 3 years | 10+2 + MAH CET | INR 3 Lakhs |
| BCA | 3 years | 10+2 with Mathematics + MAH CET | INR 3.75 Lakhs |
| M.Com | 2 years | B.Com graduation | INR 61,420 to 71,160 |
| M.Sc (IT / Biotechnology / Data Analytics) | 2 years | Graduation in relevant science | INR 1.04 to 1.26 Lakhs |
| M.A. Communication and Journalism | 2 years | Graduation with 50% | INR 99,480 |
Among B.Sc specialisations, Computer Science total fees are INR 1.75 Lakhs and Biotechnology is INR 1.7 Lakhs. B.Com Accounting and Finance with ACCA is a professional-track combination programme preparing students simultaneously for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) global qualification alongside the UG degree. The FinTech specialisation in B.Com covers financial technology, digital banking, and data-driven finance.
PCACS Admission Process
PCACS follows University of Mumbai’s centralised merit-based system for B.Com and B.Sc admissions. BBA and BCA admissions run through the state’s MAH CET counselling process. PG admissions are merit-based, handled directly by the college.
B.Com Admission
Eligibility for B.Com is 10+2 with a minimum of 60% aggregate. Admission is purely merit-based. Students register through the University of Mumbai UG admission portal (muugadmission.samarth.edu.in) and simultaneously pre-register on the PCACS college portal. Merit lists are released in rounds, and candidates must confirm admission by the stated deadline with payment and documents.
B.Sc Admission
Eligibility for B.Sc is 10+2 with a minimum of 45% in the Science stream. Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology depending on the specialisation. B.Sc AI/ML and Computational Science favour candidates with a Mathematics and Computer Science background. Admission follows the same University of Mumbai merit portal process as B.Com.
BBA and BCA Admission
BBA and BCA admissions are linked to MAH CET 2026 scores. Eligibility is 10+2 in any stream with at least 45% aggregate. BCA additionally requires Mathematics in 10+2. Candidates are counselled through the state CET cell and allocated seats based on MAH CET rank and college preferences.
PG Programmes
M.Com eligibility is B.Com graduation. M.Sc IT, Biotechnology, and Data Analytics require graduation in the relevant science discipline. M.A. Communication and Journalism requires graduation with 50% in any stream. PG admissions are conducted directly by PCACS through its admission portal, with merit lists released based on graduation marks.
PCACS Placements
PCACS operates a dedicated placement cell that facilitates campus recruitment for UG and PG students. In the 2023-24 placement cycle, 559 UG students and 97 PG students were placed out of the respective graduating batches. The highest package was INR 9 Lakhs.
The UG median salary for 2023-24 was INR 2.5 LPA and the PG median was INR 2.75 LPA. Students become eligible for campus recruitment from the 5th semester onward. Internship stipends for final-year students range from INR 5,000 to INR 20,000 per month, depending on the employer and role.
| Placement Metric | 2023-24 | 2022-23 | 2021-22 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG Students Graduated | 1,439 | 1,446 | 1,363 |
| UG Students Placed | 559 | 524 | 354 |
| PG Students Graduated | 179 | 181 | 221 |
| PG Students Placed | 97 | 115 | 110 |
| Highest Package | INR 9 Lakhs | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| UG Median Salary | INR 2.5 LPA | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
Top recruiters for the 2023-24 cycle include Capgemini, TCS, Deloitte, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture, ICICI Securities, IKS Healthcare, Sutherland, and Trent Limited. IT and Commerce stream graduates are the primary recruitment targets. The college’s placement cell also connects students with internship opportunities across finance, media, and technology sectors.
PCACS Campus and Infrastructure
PCACS is located on the Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus at Sector 16, New Panvel, Navi Mumbai. It is one of six campuses operated by the Mahatma Education Society (MES) across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, including Borivali, Chembur, Powai, and Rasayani. The campus is accessible from Navi Mumbai, Panvel, Kharghar, and the Konkan coastal belt.
Academic infrastructure includes dedicated laboratories for the B.Sc IT, Computer Science, AI/ML, Biotechnology, and Data Analytics programmes. The college holds autonomous curriculum rights, enabling it to update course content and introduce specialisations without university approval delays. Hostel accommodation is available near the campus, with fees of INR 1 Lakh per academic year.
The college has maintained ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification. NAAC has accredited PCACS with the ’A’ grade in all three assessment cycles since 2007, covering teaching-learning, research, student support, governance, and infrastructure. The campus houses a library, seminar rooms, and student activity spaces for co-curricular and extracurricular programmes.
PCACS vs Jai Hind College vs K.J. Somaiya College
PCACS, Jai Hind College, and K.J. Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce are all University of Mumbai affiliated autonomous colleges offering undergraduate and postgraduate Commerce and Arts programmes. The table below compares key parameters for applicants choosing among them.
| Parameter | PCACS, Navi Mumbai | Jai Hind College, Mumbai | K.J. Somaiya College, Mumbai |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1998 | 1948 | 1961 |
| Affiliation | University of Mumbai (Autonomous) | University of Mumbai (Autonomous) | University of Mumbai (Autonomous) |
| NAAC Grade | A (3 consecutive cycles) | A+ | A+ |
| Location | New Panvel, Navi Mumbai | Churchgate, South Mumbai | Vidyavihar, Central Mumbai |
| Flagship Programmes | B.Sc IT/AI/ML, B.Com FinTech/ACCA | B.Com, B.A., B.Sc | B.Com, B.A., BBA |
| B.Com Fees (3 years) | INR 78,570 to 1.69 Lakhs | Not publicly disclosed | Not publicly disclosed |
| Student Strength | 4,000+ | Not publicly disclosed | Not publicly disclosed |
PCACS holds the advantage of a technology-heavy B.Sc portfolio (AI/ML, Data Analytics, Computational Science) and professional B.Com tracks (ACCA, FinTech) that are less common in traditional arts and commerce colleges. Jai Hind College has the older establishment and is particularly strong in Commerce, with a reputation for producing CA and MBA aspirants from South Mumbai. K.J. Somaiya College, located in Vidyavihar, draws students from Central and Eastern Mumbai. Aspirants from the Navi Mumbai and Panvel belt will find PCACS the most accessible of the three geographically.
PCACS FAQs
Ques. Is PCACS autonomous? What does autonomous status mean for students?
Ans. Yes. PCACS received UGC autonomous status in June 2019. Autonomous status means the college designs its own syllabi, conducts its own examinations, and can launch new specialisations without seeking approval from the University of Mumbai for each change. Degrees are still awarded by the University of Mumbai. Students benefit from more contemporary curricula and faster updates to course content.
Ques. What is the NAAC grade of PCACS?
Ans. PCACS holds NAAC ’A’ grade accreditation across three consecutive assessment cycles in 2007, 2011, and 2016. The college is also ISO 9001:2015 certified. PCACS does not currently appear in the NIRF College ranked list.
Ques. What B.Sc specialisations are available at PCACS?
Ans. PCACS offers B.Sc in seven specialisations: AI and Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computational Science, Information Technology, Biotechnology, Psychology, and Economics and Analytics. All specialisations are 3-year programmes and eligible students must have at least 45% in their 10+2 Science stream.
Ques. What is the highest placement package at PCACS?
Ans. The highest package in the 2023-24 placement cycle at PCACS was INR 9 Lakhs. The UG median salary was INR 2.5 LPA and the PG median was INR 2.75 LPA. Top recruiters included Capgemini, TCS, Deloitte, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture, ICICI Securities, and Trent Limited.
Ques. How are B.Com admissions done at PCACS?
Ans. B.Com admissions at PCACS are merit-based, using 10+2 marks. Candidates need a minimum of 60% aggregate in 10+2. Registration is done through the University of Mumbai UG admission portal (muugadmission.samarth.edu.in) and simultaneously through the PCACS admission portal. Merit lists are released in rounds. UG pre-registration on the PCACS portal closes on 25 August 2026.
Ques. Does PCACS offer a hostel facility?
Ans. Hostel accommodation is available near the PCACS campus in New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, with fees of INR 1 Lakh per academic year. Candidates should confirm hostel availability and current fee structure directly with the college admissions office at the time of admission.
Ques. What is the B.Com with ACCA programme at PCACS?
Ans. B.Com Accounting and Finance with ACCA is a professional-track combination at PCACS that prepares students for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) global qualification alongside the standard B.Com A&F degree. The programme integrates ACCA-aligned modules into the 3-year curriculum. Eligibility is 10+2 with 60% in Commerce or a relevant stream.
Ques. How are BBA and BCA admissions conducted at PCACS?
Ans. BBA and BCA admissions at PCACS are linked to MAH CET 2026. Eligible candidates must have completed 10+2 with at least 45% aggregate. BCA additionally requires Mathematics in 10+2. Seat allocation is through the Maharashtra state CET cell counselling process, after which candidates complete document verification and fee payment at the college.
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Pillai College of Arts, Commerce, and Science (PCACS), Navi Mumbai does not offer lateral entry for the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biotechnology program. Admission is based on merit in 10+2 (HSC) with PCB/PCM as core subjects.
Admission is done on the basis of merit or MH CET score.
Yes, Pillai College of Arts, Commerce, and Science (PCACS) in Navi Mumbai offers a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Information Technology (IT) program.
The fee for the MCom course is mentioned below:
Yes, Pillai College of Arts, Commerce, and Science offers the BSc in Psychology course. Candidates must have passed 12th in any stream ; minimum 50% marks in the respective examination. The fee per year for the BSc in Psychology is INR 70,000.
The fee for the BCom course is INR 21,410 at the PCACS, Navi Mumbai. The candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board.
The fee per year for the BA course is INR 41,480 at the Pillai College of Arts, Commerce, and Science (PCACS), Navi Mumbai. A candidate for being eligible for admission to the degree course in Bachelor of Mass Media shall have passed XIIth Std. Examination of Maharashtra Board of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent from the Science, Arts or Commerce Stream.
You can get the college application form at the official college page: PCACS Navi Mumbai Admissions page.
Pillai College of Arts Commerce and Science admission is done on the basis of merit.
There is no entrance exam or admission, admissions are done on the basis of the merit in previous qualifying exams.
As of now, there is no age gap criteria for admission to PCACS Navi Mumbai and you are eligible for admission.
Kindly contact directly to the PCACS college and KB college to know if transfer is possible in second year or not.
The total fee structure for B.Sc CS course is INR 1,20,000 for 3 years.
What is the fees of bca course.
The per year fee of PCACS Navi Mumbai BCA is INR 75 thousand.
The first year fee of PCACS Navi Mumbai B.Sc. is INR 42,654.
The first-year fee of BCA in PCACS Navi Mumbai is INR 75 thousand.
The total fee of Bachelor of Accounting and Finance is INR 1,14,156. The per year fee of the course is INR 38,052.
The details of PCACS Navi Mumbai BBA are given below:
The per year fee of PCACS Navi Mumbai B.Sc. Information Technology is INR 42,654. The total fee of the course is INR 1,27,962.
The per-year fee of BCA in PCACS Navi Mumbai is INR 75 thousand. The total fee of the course is INR 2.25 lacs.