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+3 Commerce · B.Com Honours

B.Com Honours.

A three-year honours degree for students aiming at careers in accounting, finance, economics and business management, taught under the CBCS curriculum of Utkal University.

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Utkal University
Degree
B.Com (Hons) — Utkal University
Duration
3 years
Eligibility
10+2 Commerce, or Science with Mathematics · 75% in Class 10 and 60% in Class 12
Admission
Merit-based, through the Odisha SAMS portal
The air-conditioned library, with reading tables and tall bookshelves.
AC library
Highlights

What the programme gives you.

  1. 01 CBCS curriculum as prescribed by Utkal University, Bhubaneswar
  2. 02 Accounting and Management as honours subjects
  3. 03 Support for CA and CMA Foundation alongside the degree
  4. 04 Preparation for banking, SSC and railway examinations
  5. 05 Two 2024 commerce graduates went on to IIM Shillong and IIM Lucknow
Curriculum

Course components

The CBCS structure of Utkal University, component by component.

  • Accounting One of the two honours subjects of the B.Com programme.
  • Management The other honours subject, studied alongside Accounting.
  • Generic Elective Papers taken alongside the honours subjects, as the CBCS structure requires.
  • AECC Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course Compulsory courses that every student under CBCS takes.
  • SEC Skill Enhancement Course Skill-based papers within the degree.
  • DSE Discipline Specific Elective Electives chosen from within commerce.
How we teach

Built into every week.

01

Teaching

Conceptual teaching with regular doubt-clearing and revision sessions, supported by lecture notes and worksheets.

02

Integrated coaching

Preparation support for CAT, MAT, CA Foundation and CMA Foundation.

03

Continuous evaluation

Unit tests, surprise tests, mid-semester examinations and practical evaluation every semester, with results communicated to parents.

04

Booster & remedial classes

Booster classes for students who need more support, and remedial classes for anyone who misses a session.

05

Mentoring

Every student is assigned a faculty mentor for academic guidance.

06

Competitive classes

Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English and general knowledge for banking, SSC and railway examinations, taught by faculty invited from leading national-level tutorials.

Meet the faculty

Who teaches you

Meet the faculty.

The teachers who will take your classes, mentor you and answer your doubts.

  • Portrait of Jyoti Ranjan Jena

    Jyoti Ranjan Jena

    M.Com., M.Ed.

    7 years of teaching experience

  • Portrait of Sandipta Mohapatra

    Sandipta Mohapatra

    M.Com., MBA, PGDIBO

    5 years of teaching experience

  • Portrait of Sukesh Chandra Moharana

    Sukesh Chandra Moharana

    M.Com.

    4 years of teaching experience

  • Portrait of Subhashree Priyadarshini

    Subhashree Priyadarshini

    M.Com., NET

    2 years of teaching experience

  • Portrait of Bijayalaxmi Badajena

    Bijayalaxmi Badajena

    M.Com.

    2 years of experience

  • Portrait of Rudra Pratap Das

    Rudra Pratap Das

    M.Com., B.Ed.

    1 year of teaching experience

See the whole faculty →

Careers

Where it can lead

Accounting & audit

  • Chartered Accountant (CA)
  • Company Secretary (CS)
  • Accountant
  • Government Auditor
  • Tax Inspector

Finance & banking

  • Financial Analyst
  • Investment Banker
  • Bank Probationary Officer
  • Insurance

Business & management

  • Business Consultant
  • Management Trainee
  • Entrepreneur

Alongside the degree

Coaching for the next exam

  • CA Foundation
  • CMA Foundation
  • CAT
  • MAT
  • Banking
  • SSC
  • Railways
Results

Where our students go next.

Results and testimonials as published by the college.

  • Portrait of Rohit Ranjan Singh

    Rohit Ranjan Singh

    Admitted to IIM Shillong

    Commerce · 2024

  • Portrait of Lopamudra Rout

    Lopamudra Rout

    Admitted to IIM Lucknow

    Commerce · 2024

  • Rohit Ranjan Mahanty

    Went on to OUTR, Bhubaneswar

    Commerce

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A student writes

“Jupiter Degree College acted as a touchstone for me.”

It has been a long journey or rather arduous one till I joined Jupiter Degree College for my +3 Commerce education. The dilemma, the indecision and difficulty in choice of a career that usually accompanies young adults, simply vanished when I entered the campus. Coming from a rural background, I never contemplated a career that I am pursuing at present. Jupiter Degree College acted as a touchstone for me. I am now just some days away from being a Territory Manager, CCD, Beverages and this has only been possible because of Jupiter Degree College. The entire atmosphere and the experienced faculties made me realize the innate possibilities in me. I could think sky high right now. Now I have the audacity to recommend Jupiter Degree College for the eligible ones.

Aditya Mohapatra Alumnus · Territory Manager, CCD
A parent writes

“I am really thankful and indebted to Jupiter Degree College.”

I feel proud as Jupiter Degree College served the best at undergraduate studies to my daughter. After her +2 Commerce, she insisted me joining Jupiter Degree College and I had to accede to her wish. But the results she achieved are simply awesome. With finance as her special subject, she is now in a company with a lucrative pay scale. Simultaneously she is planning for her higher studies in Financial Management. I am really thankful and indebted to Jupiter Degree College. In addition to regular teaching the extra coaching she got during the period was extremely helpful to her.

Kahnu Charan Banerjee Parent · Bhadrak

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For parents

A safe, settled home on campus.

The hostels are inside the campus, away from the bustle of the city, with greenery all around — separate AC hostels for boys and girls, with electrical backup for comfort throughout the year.

Hostel is compulsory for every student.

Students studying at their desks in a girls’ hostel room.
Girls' hostel room
Students in uniform eating together at long tables in the dining hall.
Dining hall
A doctor checking a student’s health at the campus medical room.
Health check-up
  • In-campus hostels

    Inside the campus with greenery all around, for fresh air and a calm atmosphere.

  • Homely rooms

    Separate AC hostels for boys and girls, with spacious air-conditioned rooms designed for adult students who need privacy.

  • Study hour

    A strict study-hour schedule for uninterrupted study, with faculty support for doubts.

  • Hygienic, nutritious food

    Ample care is taken to keep every meal hygienic, nutritious and balanced for students.

  • Dining hall

    The dining hall seats two hundred students at a time.

  • Health care

    A doctor and a pharmacist are available, and a 24×7 ambulance is always within reach.

  • Safety & security

    The campus is walled and guarded by security personnel, with 24×7 CCTV surveillance throughout.

Hostel, library, labs and sports →

How to join

Admission in four steps.

Admission is strictly on merit through the Government of Odisha SAMS portal. We guide students and parents through every step.

  1. 1

    Check your eligibility

    Pass +2 Science or Commerce from CHSE, CBSE, ICSE or any state board, with at least 75% in Class 10 and 60% in Class 12, and the subject your honours programme needs.

  2. 2

    Apply through SAMS

    Apply online on the Government of Odisha SAMS portal for undergraduate admission, following the e-admission procedure and the timeline SAMS sets.

  3. 3

    Call the college

    Students and parents can call our admission helplines at any stage — we will guide you through the SAMS application.

  4. 4

    Complete admission

    After seat allotment, complete admission at the college with the required documents. Selected students receive the details from the college.

Eligibility for this programme

10+2 Commerce, or Science with Mathematics · 75% in Class 10 and 60% in Class 12

Documents to bring

  • CLC / SLC and conduct certificate from the last institution (original)
  • Attested photocopy of the Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
  • Attested photocopy of the +2 / Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
  • Four recent passport-size colour photographs
  • Attested photocopy of the caste certificate (reserved categories only)
  • Attested photocopy of the Aadhaar card
  • Photocopy of the front page of the student’s bank passbook

Questions students and parents ask

Can a Science student take B.Com Honours?

Yes. B.Com Honours accepts +2 Commerce, or +2 Science with Mathematics, with at least 75% in Class 10 and 60% in Class 12.

Does the college help with CA and CMA?

Yes. Support for CA Foundation and CMA Foundation runs alongside the degree, with preparation for CAT and MAT for students aiming at an MBA.

Is the hostel compulsory?

Yes, hostel is compulsory for every student. Boys and girls stay in separate air-conditioned hostels inside the campus, with a strict study-hour schedule, a doctor and pharmacist, a 24×7 ambulance and 24×7 CCTV.

Which programmes can I apply for?

B.Sc Honours in Physics, Chemistry, Zoology and Computer Science, B.Com Honours, and the Integrated Degree with IAS Coaching (B.Sc Honours with UPSC preparation).

What is the minimum eligibility?

A pass in +2 Science or Commerce from CHSE, CBSE, ICSE or any state board, with at least 75% in Class 10 and 60% in Class 12. Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science Honours need Mathematics; Zoology Honours needs Biology; B.Com accepts Commerce, or Science with Mathematics.

How do I apply?

Admission is merit-based through the Government of Odisha SAMS portal. Apply online on SAMS within its timeline, and call our helplines if you need help at any step.

What documents do I need at admission?

Your CLC/SLC and conduct certificate (original), attested Class 10 and +2 mark sheets and certificates, four passport-size photographs, a caste certificate if applicable, an Aadhaar photocopy and the front page of your bank passbook.

Are scholarships available?

Fellowships are available for meritorious students. Call the admission helplines for current details.

Can I visit the campus before deciding?

Yes. Message us on WhatsApp or call the office to arrange a campus visit — the college is near the Old Toll Plaza on NH-16 at Gangapada, Bhubaneswar.

Interested in B.Com Honours?

Message the college office on WhatsApp or call — we will answer questions on eligibility, the SAMS application and the campus.

Read the admission process