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YOUR CURRENT EXPLORATION

After Class 12 · Commerce (with or without Maths)

33 course options found · 31 connected careers in the displayed pathways

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Management & Business

Start building business, office, retail, accounting and entrepreneurship skills.

6 matching courses →

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Arts and Humanities

Design & Creative

Develop visual, digital, fashion, animation and creative-production skills.

3 matching courses →

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Commerce and Finance

Accounting and Taxation

Explore financial records, audit support, taxation, compliance and professional accounting pathways.

2 matching courses →

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IT & Computer Applications

UI and UX Design

UI and UX design researches user needs and creates understandable, accessible and effective digital interfaces and experiences.

2 matching courses →

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Agriculture

Agriculture and Horticulture

Agriculture and horticulture apply plant, soil, water, pest and business knowledge to crops, fruits, vegetables, flowers and managed landscapes.

1 matching course →

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Arts and Humanities

Design, Animation, Fine Arts and humanities careers

1 matching course →

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Commerce and Finance

Banking

Explore retail, corporate, operations, credit, risk and digital-banking career pathways.

1 matching course →

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Law & Legal Studies

Corporate and Commercial Law

Corporate and commercial law governs companies, contracts, transactions, finance, competition and business relationships.

1 matching course →

COURSE PATHWAYS

Eligible study options and where they can lead

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Undergraduate · 3-4 years

B.Sc Animation and Multimedia

Undergraduate course in animation, visual effects and multimedia production.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility is institution-specific; portfolios or aptitude evaluation may apply.

UI and UX Design Design & Creative

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Animator Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Design Typical next study Master of Visual Arts Alternative study

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Undergraduate · 3-4 years

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)

Undergraduate commerce degree covering accounting, taxation, business and finance.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from an eligible stream; accountancy, mathematics or economics requirements vary by program and institution.

Accounting and Taxation Management & Business

Admission routes Common University Entrance Test UG Possible route

Career outcomes Financial Analyst Common outcome Banking Professional Common outcome Accountant Common outcome Cost and Management Accountant Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Commerce Typical next study Master of Business Administration Alternative study

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Undergraduate · 3-4 years

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Undergraduate course in programming, software development and computer applications.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility applies; Mathematics or Computer Science may be required by some institutions.

Software Development IT & Computer Applications

Admission routes IPU Common Entrance Test Possible route KIIT Entrance Examination Possible route Common University Entrance Test UG Possible route

Career outcomes Web Developer Common outcome Software Engineer Common outcome Cloud Engineer Related outcome

Possible higher study Master of Computer Applications (MCA) Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 4 years

Bachelor of Design (B.Des)

Undergraduate design program covering visual, product, interaction and related fields.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from an eligible stream; portfolio, aptitude test or studio evaluation may apply.

UI and UX Design Design & Creative

Admission routes Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design Possible route NIFT Entrance Examination Possible route National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test Possible route

Career outcomes Graphic Designer Common outcome UI/UX Designer Common outcome Animator Related outcome Interior Designer Related outcome

Possible higher study Master of Design Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 3-4 years

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Undergraduate degree in painting, sculpture, applied arts and visual communication.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility; portfolio, drawing test or studio assessment may apply.

Arts and Humanities Design & Creative

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Graphic Designer Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Fine Arts Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 3-4 years

BBA in Banking and Finance

Undergraduate business degree focused on banking operations and financial services.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from an eligible stream; Mathematics or entrance requirements vary.

Banking Management & Business

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Banking Professional Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Business Administration Typical next study Master of Commerce Alternative study

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Professional · 4-5 years

Chartered Accountancy (CA)

Professional qualification in accounting, audit, taxation and financial reporting.

Check these requirementsEligibility and entry route are governed by the current ICAI regulations; students from different streams may enter under applicable rules.

Accounting and Taxation Management & Business

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Chartered Accountant Common outcome Accountant Related outcome Tax Consultant Related outcome

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Professional · 3-4 years

Company Secretary (CS)

Professional qualification in corporate law, governance and compliance.

Check these requirementsEntry, exemptions and training follow the current ICSI regulations.

Corporate and Commercial Law Management & Business

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Compliance Officer Common outcome Company Secretary Common outcome

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Undergraduate · 4 years

B.Sc Agriculture

B.Sc Agriculture course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsAgriculture, PCB, PCM or other approved subject combinations vary by university and state.

Agriculture and Horticulture

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Agricultural Scientist Common outcome Horticulturist Common outcome

Possible higher study M.Sc Agriculture Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 4 years

B.Sc Forestry / Horticulture

B.Sc Forestry / Horticulture course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsAgriculture, PCB, PCM or another approved science combination may be accepted.

Forestry and Fisheries

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Horticulturist Common outcome

Possible higher study M.Sc Forestry / Horticulture / Environmental Science Alternative study

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Undergraduate · 3 years

B.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration

B.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from a recognised board; English or aptitude conditions may apply.

Hotel Management

Admission routes National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination Possible route

Career outcomes Hotel Manager Common outcome

Possible higher study M.Sc Hospitality Administration Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 3 years

BA Journalism / Mass Communication

BA Journalism / Mass Communication course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility and language or entrance requirements vary.

Journalism and Writing

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Content Writer Common outcome Journalist Common outcome

Possible higher study MA Journalism / MJMC Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 3-4 years

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Bachelor of Arts (BA) course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from a recognised board; honours subjects may have additional requirements.

Social Sciences

Admission routes Common University Entrance Test UG Possible route

Career outcomes Railway Operations Officer Related outcome Armed Forces Officer Related outcome Police Officer Related outcome Civil Services Officer Related outcome

Possible higher study Master of Arts Typical next study MA Education Alternative study

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Undergraduate · 3 years

Bachelor of Banking and Insurance (BBI)

Bachelor of Banking and Insurance (BBI) course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility; commerce, mathematics or entrance requirements vary.

Insurance

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Insurance Underwriter Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Commerce Typical next study Master of Business Administration Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 3 years

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from an eligible stream; mathematics or entrance requirements vary.

Management & Business

Admission routes Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test Possible route IPU Common Entrance Test Possible route KIIT Entrance Examination Possible route

Career outcomes Human Resources Professional Common outcome Event Manager Common outcome Digital Marketing Specialist Common outcome Marketing Manager Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Business Administration Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 3 years

Bachelor of Business Management (BBM)

Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 from an eligible stream; mathematics or an entrance process may be required.

Management & Business

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Marketing Manager Related outcome

Possible higher study Master of Business Administration Typical next study Master of Management Studies Typical next study

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Undergraduate · 4 years

Bachelor of Elementary Education

Bachelor of Elementary Education course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility under the current institution and teacher-education rules.

Teaching and Languages

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes School Teacher Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Education Typical next study MA Education Alternative study

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Undergraduate · 3 years

Bachelor of Financial Markets (BFM)

Bachelor of Financial Markets (BFM) course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.

Check these requirementsClass 12 eligibility; Mathematics, Accountancy or Economics may be required or preferred.

Finance and Investment

Admission routes Merit or institution-specific admission may apply.

Career outcomes Investment Banking Analyst Common outcome Financial Analyst Common outcome

Possible higher study Master of Commerce Alternative study

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CAREER DESTINATIONS

Careers connected to these courses

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Accountant

Prepares and reviews financial records, reconciliations, reports and controls for organisations or clients.

₹2.5-12 lakh/year (indicative)

Analytical Thinking Financial Analysis

Connected courses: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Chartered Accountancy (CA) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Agricultural Scientist

Researches crops, soil, production systems and technologies to improve agricultural outcomes.

₹4-16 lakh/year (indicative)

Research

Connected courses: B.Sc Agriculture View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Animator

Creates motion and performance for characters, objects or information across film, games, advertising and digital media.

₹2.8-15 lakh/year (indicative)

Creativity Communication

Connected courses: B.Sc Animation and Multimedia, Bachelor of Design (B.Des) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Armed Forces Officer

Leads personnel and performs operational, technical or administrative duties in an authorised branch of the Indian Armed Forces.

₹7-22 lakh/year (indicative)

Leadership Teamwork

Connected courses: Bachelor of Arts (BA) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Banking Professional

Supports customer, credit, operations, risk, compliance or digital services within regulated banking organisations.

₹3.5-14 lakh/year (indicative)

Attention to Detail Communication

Connected courses: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), BBA in Banking and Finance View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Chartered Accountant

Provides professional accounting, audit, taxation, reporting and financial advisory services within permitted practice scope.

₹5-30 lakh/year (indicative)

Financial Analysis

Connected courses: Chartered Accountancy (CA) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Civil Services Officer

Administers public programs, regulation and government responsibilities within an allocated service.

₹7-25 lakh/year (indicative)

Leadership Analytical Thinking

Connected courses: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Cloud Engineer

Designs, automates, operates and secures computing infrastructure delivered through cloud platforms.

₹4-18 lakh/year (indicative)

Problem Solving Cloud Infrastructure

Connected courses: Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Company Secretary

Advises organisations on company law, governance, board processes and statutory compliance within professional scope.

₹4.5-22 lakh/year (indicative)

Analytical Thinking Financial Analysis

Connected courses: Company Secretary (CS) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Compliance Officer

Helps an organisation understand, implement, monitor and document its legal and regulatory obligations.

₹4-20 lakh/year (indicative)

Legal Research Communication

Connected courses: Company Secretary (CS) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Content Writer

Researches and writes clear, useful and original content for defined audiences, formats and organisational goals.

₹2.5-12 lakh/year (indicative)

Creativity Communication

Connected courses: BA Journalism / Mass Communication, Bachelor of Arts (BA) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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Cost and Management Accountant

Uses costing, management accounting and financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.

₹4-20 lakh/year (indicative)

Analytical Thinking Financial Analysis

Connected courses: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) View roadmap, roles and reality check →

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