Yuvaraja’s College (est. 1928) is a constituent college of the University of Mysore — the gold standard B.Com institution in Mysore. As an Autonomous college, it designs its own syllabi with updated CA-aligned content and NEP 2020 Honours pathway. NAAC ‘A’ graded. At ₹5,000–₹10,000 per year in government-regulated fees, it is simultaneously the highest quality and most affordable B.Com college in Mysore. CA Foundation coaching is either integrated or actively supported through tie-ups with CA coaching centres — the proximity to Mysore’s central commercial area means ICAI branch coaching is easily accessible. B.Com Honours under NEP 2020 allows students with CGPA ≥ 8.0 to extend to a 4th year for the Honours degree — valuable for MBA, CA, or research careers. Seats are highly competitive via merit admission. The University of Mysore’s CPDPS (Centre for Proficiency Development and Placement Services) supports career development. Alumni include prominent businesspeople, CA partners, and government finance officers across Karnataka.

Established in 1964 by JSS Mahavidyapeetha (the trust behind JSS STU, SDMIMD, JSSAHER, and 300+ institutions), JSSCACS is a NAAC-accredited private aided college in Mysore offering a broad range of B.Com specialisations. The JSS Trust’s pan-India corporate connections translate into strong placement support — with campus drives covering banking, finance, FMCG, and consulting companies. B.Com Finance, Taxation, and Banking specialisations are consistently in demand here. Faculty experience is a key strength — many faculty members have industry CA / ICWA experience alongside academic qualifications. Merit-based admission with management quota available.

Established in 1946, St. Philomena’s College is one of Mysore’s most respected autonomous institutions — NAAC ‘A’ graded, AICTE and UGC recognised, with a 33-acre campus. The autonomous status enables an updated B.Com curriculum that integrates CA Foundation preparation elements, making it particularly popular among students targeting the CA pathway. NIRF 2025 reports UG median placement of ₹2.52 LPA; top recruiters include ITC, IRCTC, Infosys, Radisson, and TAJ Hotels. Scholarships provided by Government of Karnataka for eligible students. The college’s Commerce Department has decades of alumni in CA, banking, and financial services — creating a natural mentorship ecosystem for B.Com students.

Established in 1948, Maharani’s College for Women is one of Mysore’s premier women’s autonomous colleges with over 75 years of higher education heritage. NAAC-accredited and affiliated to the University of Mysore, the college offers B.Com in multiple specialisations at government-aided rates — making it the top affordable B.Com choice for women in Mysore. The autonomous curriculum gives flexibility to incorporate CA preparation components, industry seminars, and updated taxation content. Strong alumni network of women professionals across banking, finance, and government services in Karnataka. Government scholarships and free-ship available for eligible categories.

SBRR Mahajana First Grade College (est. 1982, NAAC accredited) offers B.Com in multiple specialisations including the noteworthy Tourism & Travel Management track — particularly relevant for Mysore given its status as Karnataka’s top tourist destination. The Tourism specialisation at SBRR gives students practical exposure to Mysore’s heritage tourism industry, including field visits to Mysore Palace, heritage hotels, and tourism boards. The broader college ecosystem (16 courses, 7 streams) gives B.Com students a multidisciplinary peer environment. Active placement cell with banking, FMCG, travel, and retail sector ties.

Vidyavardhaka College of Commerce, run by the Vidyavardhaka Sangha (a Mysore-based trust with a strong local legacy), offers one of the city’s most prominent B.Com Tourism & Travel Management programs. Mysore’s heritage tourism ecosystem — including Mysore Palace (India’s most visited monument), Brindavan Gardens, Chamundi Hills, and a thriving MICE industry — gives tourism management students exceptional real-world learning access. The college is NAAC-accredited and University of Mysore-affiliated. The Vidyavardhaka Group’s presence across engineering and management education provides B.Com students cross-disciplinary networking opportunities.

JSS College for Women (est. 1983, JSS Mahavidyapeetha) is a NAAC-accredited women’s autonomous college in Mysore offering B.Com in multiple specialisations at government-aided rates. The JSS Trust’s 300+ institution network provides placement connections across banking, FMCG, and IT sectors. For women seeking B.Com in Mysore at a well-known women’s institution with good faculty and campus facilities, JSS College for Women is a strong choice — alongside Maharani’s College. Hostel facilities available. Placement cell actively works with banking and insurance companies.

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s Mysore campus brings India’s #8 university brand to B.Com education — NIRF #8 University Overall (2025), NAAC A++ graded. While primarily known for engineering and sciences, the Amrita Mysore campus offers B.Com programs with Finance & International Business specialisations. At higher fees (₹70,000–₹90,000/year estimated) than UoM-affiliated colleges, Amrita delivers a national university degree with strong brand value for placements in MNCs, multinational accounting firms, and international commerce roles. Admission via Amrita’s own process, not UoM merit lists.

With 60+ Government First Grade Colleges across Mysore district (including within Mysore city at Nazarbad, Yadavagiri, and surrounding taluks), government B.Com options at state-regulated minimum fees are widely accessible. Annual fees as low as ₹5,000, with government scholarships reducing costs further for SC/ST/OBC students. UoM-affiliated degree is nationally recognised. For students who need to minimise education costs while preparing for CA Foundation, IBPS bank exams, or MBA entrance tests — government colleges deliver a recognised B.Com degree at the minimum possible investment. Admission purely on 10+2 merit; competition for city centre government college seats is high.

BGS First Grade College is part of the BGS (Brunton’s) Group of Educational Institutions in Mysore — a trust operating medical, engineering, pharmacy, and management colleges alongside commerce programs. University of Mysore affiliated B.Com with 129 commerce seats (including B.Com and BBM). BGS’s multi-disciplinary college ecosystem gives B.Com students networking access with engineering, management, and health sciences students. Active placement cell with campus drives from IT, banking, and service sector companies.

Pooja Bhagavat Memorial Mahajana Education Centre (est. 1999, Mahajana Group, Mysore) offers B.Com under University of Mysore affiliation at mid-range fees. Part of the broader Mahajana Education Society — a trusted education group in Mysore city. Offers standard B.Com specialisations with Taxation and Computer Applications tracks. A reliable, affordable private option for students seeking a UoM B.Com degree with personable faculty ratios and an active college community.

Maharaja’s College (est. 1879) is one of India’s oldest colleges — a constituent college of the University of Mysore with 145+ years of educational heritage. While primarily an Arts and Science college, its Commerce wing offers B.Com General at government-regulated minimum fees. The distinction of studying at one of South India’s oldest educational institutions — which has alumni including Indian presidents, prime ministers, and Nobel laureates — carries significant cultural and alumni network value. Government fees, merit-based admission. A historic institution for students who value heritage and prestige at minimal cost.