About Tumkur University Commerce Department
About Tumkur University Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce at Tumkur University is a postgraduate teaching and research department on the Tumkur University main campus. Tumkur University was established in 2004 when the University of Mysore's Tumkur jurisdiction was bifurcated — the Commerce department has been operational since the university's early years and serves students from Tumkur, Chitradurga and Davanagere districts. The campus is within Tumkur city, accessible by KSRTC and rail from Bengaluru (70 km, 1.5 hours).
Programmes and Fees
| Programme | Duration | Seats | Annual Fee (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCom | 2 Years | 30 | ₹7,000–₹10,000 |
| PhD (Commerce) | 3 Years minimum | Per supervisor | ₹10,000–₹12,000/year |
Admission Process
MCom: Karnataka PGCET score and KEA counselling. BCom with 50% minimum required. PGCET notification opens April–May each year on the KEA website. Tumkur University MCom seats are allotted through the same centralised PGCET counselling process as all other Karnataka state university PG programmes. PhD: Tumkur University research entrance test and faculty interview — check the university website for the annual notification.
Location Advantage for Central Karnataka Students
Tumkur University's location on the Bengaluru-Pune NH48 makes it one of the most accessible university campuses in Karnataka. Students from Chitradurga (80 km), Sira (50 km), Tiptur (45 km) and Gubbi (30 km) who want an MCom on a university campus without relocating to Bengaluru find Tumkur a practical choice. Tumkur city's silk and coconut trading economy provides case study material relevant to the MCom Economics of Trade and MSME Finance papers.
Career Scope
MCom graduates from Tumkur University target Karnataka government lectureship (NET/SET), IBPS bank officer exams, cooperative bank PO roles in Tumkur district, and PhD continuation at Tumkur University or Bengaluru City University. The MCom qualification from a recognised state university meets eligibility for Karnataka government college assistant professor recruitment under the aided college system.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MCom fee at Tumkur University?
Annual MCom fee is approximately ₹7,000–₹10,000 — among the lowest for any MCom programme in central Karnataka. Government university fees are regulated and do not include capitation. Hostel facilities on campus at approximately ₹2,000–₹3,500 per month.
Is Tumkur University MCom recognised for NET/SET eligibility?
Yes. Tumkur University is a UGC-recognised state university. MCom from Tumkur University meets the eligibility criteria for UGC-NET and Karnataka SET (KSET) examinations for the Lectureship/Assistant Professor qualification in Commerce. Verify current eligibility norms on the NTA and KSET official websites before applying.