MG University B.Com Computer Applications: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) with Computer Applications at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam is a full-time undergraduate programme offered through affiliated arts and science colleges under the university. Under the new MGU Undergraduate Programme (MGU-UGP) Honours framework, this course is now offered as B.Com (Honours) with Computer Applications as a major specialisation, with a duration of 4 years (8 semesters). The programme integrates core commerce subjects such as accounting, taxation, business law, and financial management with computer applications including programming, database management, and business software, making graduates well-equipped for careers in accounting, IT-enabled services, and business management. The total fee for the programme at self-financing colleges is approximately Rs. 80,640 for the full 4-year duration (Rs. 10,080 per semester). Admission is through the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) conducted by MGU after the publication of Plus Two results.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year will commence immediately after the publication of Kerala Plus Two (DHSE) results, which are typically announced in May. The CAP 2026 registration is expected to open in May-June 2026. For the 2026-27 batch, the CAP process was conducted in June-July 2025. The current admission season (2026-27) is upcoming, with the process expected to begin after Plus Two results are declared.

Key Points

• Under the MGU-UGP (Honours) framework, B.Com (Computer Applications) is now a 4-year Honours programme, with an option to exit after 3 years with a B.Com degree (without Honours).
• The programme combines commerce fundamentals with computer applications, making graduates suitable for roles in accounting software, ERP systems, data entry, and IT-enabled business services.
• Admission is through the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) - a single-window online admission system for all MGU-affiliated arts and science colleges.
• The programme is offered at both Government/Aided colleges (lower fees) and Self-Financing (SF) colleges (higher fees of Rs. 10,080 per semester).
• MGU is re-accredited by NAAC with A++ grade, and its affiliated colleges are spread across Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Pathanamthitta, and Alappuzha districts.

MGU B.Com Fees

Fee Structure

• The tuition fee of Rs.
• 10,080 per semester applies to Self-Financing (SF) colleges.
• Government and Aided colleges charge significantly lower fees as per Government norms.
• Other charges (admission fee, library fee, lab fee, etc.) vary by college and are in addition to the tuition fee.
• Hostel fees, if applicable, are charged separately by the respective college.
• Fee refund policies are governed by the MGU Fee Refund Policy (https://www.mgu.ac.in/uploads/2025/02/5805-AC_A_1-2024-MGU.pdf).
• No EMI options are mentioned in the official fee structure; candidates should check with the respective college.

MGU B.Com Admission 2026

MGU B.Com (Computer Applications) CAP Admission Dates

• The exact CAP 2026 schedule will be announced by MGU after the publication of Plus Two results.
• Candidates should monitor the official CAP portal (https://cap.mgu.ac.in/) for confirmed dates.
• For the 2025-26 batch, the CAP process was conducted in June-July 2025.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed the Plus Two (Higher Secondary) or equivalent examination recognised by MGU, with Bookkeeping and Accountancy and any two of the following subjects: Commerce, Commercial Correspondence and Commercial Geography, Economics, Life Insurance with Salesmanship, Banking with Secretarial Practice, Business Studies, Mathematics, Computer Science/Computer Applications, Informatics Practice and Management, Informatics Practice, Management, or Accountancy as optional subjects under Part III.
• Alternatively, candidates who have passed Plus Two with other subjects under Part III optional subjects are eligible provided they have secured 45% aggregate marks.
• There is no upper age limit for admission to B.Com (Computer Applications) at MGU-affiliated colleges.

Admission Process

• Candidates must register online through the MGU CAP portal (https://cap.mgu.ac.in/) after the publication of Plus Two results.
• The application fee for CAP is Rs. 1,200 for General category and Rs. 600 for SC/ST candidates.
• Candidates must enter their Plus Two marks, preferred colleges, and course options during registration.
• Allotment is done through a merit-based centralised process; candidates are allotted seats based on their Plus Two marks and preferences.
• After allotment, candidates must report to the allotted college within the stipulated time and complete admission formalities by paying the prescribed fees.
• Management quota seats (50% in SF colleges) are filled directly by the college management; candidates should contact the respective college for management quota admissions.

MGU B.Com Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• SC/ST students at Government and Aided colleges typically receive full fee reimbursement under the Post Matric Scholarship scheme.
• Candidates should apply for scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (https://scholarships.gov.in/) or the Kerala State Scholarship Portal.
• Application deadlines for scholarships are typically announced at the beginning of the academic year.