Established in 1913, Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics is one of the oldest and most reputed colleges in India. It was the first dedicated Constituent Commerce College in the Asian Continent which is affiliated to Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai. The college is located at B. Road, Churchgate, Mumbai and is graded ‘A’ grade by NAAC. Sydenham College is popular for offering commerce education in a variety of courses such as BCom, BMS, BBI, BAF, BSM, MCom, BSC. (Finance) , BBA, BS Luxury Brand and Retail Management. However, admission to these programs is strictly done via the merit lists prepared by the college itself. The merit list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in last qualifying exam as well as HBSU-CET entrance exam (for management courses).
Besides, Sydenham College is pretty well known for its vast alumni network and illustrious alumni members including Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Rajiv Podar (MD – Podar Enterprise, Mumbai), CA Niesh Shah (MD – Kotak Asset Management Company), Niraj R. Bajaj (Director, Bajaj Group) and many more. The college has received various awards recently such as ‘Asia’s Most Trusted Brand Award’ and was once selected for the prestigious “World’s Most Trusted Brand Award”.
| Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Name of the Institute | Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics |
| Establishment Year | 1913 |
| Institute Type | Constituent College of Dr. Homi Bhabha State Cluster University |
| Affiliation | Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai |
| Approval / Recognition | Government of Maharashtra |
| Accreditation | NAAC – ‘A’ grade |
| Courses Offered | B.Com, BMS, BBI, BAF, BSM, M.Com, B.SC. (Finance) , BBA, BS Luxury Brand and Retail Management |
| Admission Criteria | HBSU-CET |
| Total Faculty | 12, 7 with Ph.D |
| Contact Info | Phone: 22882117 | 22042897 Email: sydprincipal@yahoo.co.in |
| Location | B. Road, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Official Website | sydenham.ac.in |
Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics offers UG as well as PG courses to the interested candidates in the stream of commerce and science. The duration of the UG courses ranges between 3 to 4 years and the duration of PG courses is 2 years. For admission to BS-BM, BS-SM, BS-BFA and BS-LBRM courses is carried out based on merit in class 12 as well as performance in CET. Merit in the last qualifying exam is considered for rest of the offered courses. The Sydenham College courses, eligibility criteria and fee details are given below.
| Courses | Details | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| B.Com | Duration: 3 – 4 Years Eligibility: Candidates must have completed their 10+2 with 45% for General Category and 40% for Reserved Category from a recognized board. Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 7,336 – INR 1,65,921 |
| BS-BM | Subject: Business Management Duration: 4 years Eligibility Criteria: 50% weightage of class 12 score and 50% weightage of HBSU-CET/MAH-CET/NPAT or its equivalent entrance exam Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 7,894 – INR 57,386 |
| BS-SM | Subject: Sports Management Duration: 4 years Eligibility Criteria: 50% weightage of class 12 score and 50% weightage of HBSU-CET/MAH-CET/NPAT or its equivalent entrance exam Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 6,14,036 |
| BS-BFA | Subject: Banking and Financial Analytics Duration: 4 years Eligibility Criteria: 50% weightage to class 12 score and 50% to HBSU-CET/BSE-CET Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 4,46,160 |
| BS-LBRM | Subject: Luxury Brand and Retail Management Duration: 4 years Eligibility Criteria: 25% of class 12 score and 50% on score of HBSU-CET/MAHCET/NPAT/TSOLR – UG or its equivalent entrance exam and 25% to the personal interview Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 7,66,177 |
| BAF | Subject: Accounting and Finance Duration: 4 years Eligibility Criteria: 50% weightage to class 12 score and 50% to HBSU-CET/BSE-CET Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | NA |
| BSc | Duration: 4 Years, Full Time Eligibility criteria: Candidates must have completed their 10+2 with 45% for the General Category and 40% for Reserved Category from a recognized board Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 3,22,860 – INR 7,65,921 |
| M.Com | Duration: 2 Years Eligibility criteria: Candidates must have completed their 10+2 and B.Com with 50% in General Category and 45% in Reserved Category from a recognized university Selection Criteria: HBSU-CET | INR 8,165 |
Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics admission 2024 has started. The admission process is both merit-based and entrance-based for the UG courses. The admission to the PG courses is also carried out on the basis of merit. Admission for all first year UG and PG courses is done as per the rules and regulations laid down by HBSU and Govt of Maharashtra.
| Categories | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| For Open Category Candidates from the State of Maharashtra, Outside Maharashtra States (OMS), J & K Migrant candidates | INR 1200 |
| For Candidates of Reserved Category [SC, ST, VJ/DT- NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), OBC, EWS] & Persons with Disability Candidates (PWD) belonging to Maharashtra State only | INR 1000 |
| Course | Open-Category Cutoff Percentage (As per Second Merit List 2024) |
| B.Com | 67.17% |
| BAF | 87.17% |
| BBI | 46.4% |
There is a dedicated Training and Placement Cell at the Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics to provide placement assistance to the students. The training cell is responsible for guiding the students and shaping them towards their best suited professions and careers by providing adequate training and perfect outreach. Apart from the on-campus placement opportunities, the college also provides the facility of summer internship opportunities at well reputed firms and organizations.
Tabulated below are the Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics Placement Highlights 2024:
| Particulars | Placement Details 2024 |
|---|---|
| Participating Recruiters | More than 200 |
| Highest Salary Package Offered | INR 9.0 Lakhs per annum |
| Average Salary Package Offered | INR 3.5 Lakhs per annum |
| No. of Students Placed | 183 |
