College of Commerce, Arts and Science (COCAS), Patna is a constituent college of Patliputra University. Pt. Indu Shekhar Jha founded it as the College of Commerce in 1949, following advice from India’s first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. Science was introduced in 1957, Arts in 1960, and Law in 1963. The institution adopted its present name in 2016. It is recognised by the UGC under Sections 2(f) and 12(B) and has a NAAC ’A’ grade with a 3.09/4.0 CGPA in the third accreditation cycle. It is not currently listed in NIRF or another major national ranking.

The college occupies a 5.89-acre campus in Kankarbagh, Rajendra Nagar, Patna, opposite Rajendra Nagar Railway Terminal. Its facilities include a multi-faculty academic block, laboratories, and a central library.

  • BA and BA Hons cover 14 subjects, including English, Hindi, History, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Psychology, Urdu, and Sanskrit. These three-year courses cost INR 16,605 to INR 28,600 in total.
  • B.Com is a three-year course with a total fee of INR 28,600.
  • B.Sc options include Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biochemistry, IT, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, and Mathematics. The three-year total fee ranges from INR 15,880 to INR 60,600.
  • B.Ed, BCA, BBM, BJMC, and B.Lib are professional undergraduate courses lasting two to three years, with fees between INR 11,050 and INR 45,000.
  • MA is offered in eight subjects, including Economics, English, Hindi, History, Political Science, and Sociology. The two-year total fee is INR 14,100.
  • MBA, M.Sc, M.Com, and M.Lib are two-year postgraduate courses with total fees from INR 14,100 to INR 36,000.
  • PhD study is available in several disciplines within the humanities, social sciences, commerce, and sciences.
  • Diploma and PG Diploma choices include DMLT, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, and PGDCR, with fees from INR 10,000 to INR 34,000.

The full three-year BA Hons fee is INR 28,600. B.Sc courses cost INR 15,880 to INR 60,600, with Biotechnology and IT among the higher-fee science options. The two-year MBA costs INR 35,000. Eligible students may apply through the NSP portal for Bihar government support, including SC/ST post-matric scholarships and the Chief Minister’s Bihar Scholarship Scheme. During the 2024 placement season, the average package was INR 3.5 LPA, while the highest offer reached INR 7 LPA. Recruiters included TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, and Glenmark. Graduates also prepare for BPSC, UPSC, banking, and other government-service examinations.

Admission Update: The next COCAS Patna UG admission cycle for the 2027-28 session is expected to begin through OFSS Bihar between April and May 2027.

COCAS Patna Admission Dates 2027

The following tentative schedule covers the next admission cycle. The dates are based on the stated pattern for the 2027-28 academic session.

EventDate
OFSS Bihar Part-I registration for BA, B.Com, and B.ScApril to May 2027 (tentative)
OFSS merit list and allotment for BA, B.Com, and B.ScJune to August 2027 (tentative)
PPU PG entrance test for MA, M.Sc, and M.ComJune to July 2027 (tentative)

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

COCAS Patna Courses and Fees

Five faculties, Sciences, Social Sciences, Commerce, Humanities, and Law, together offer 17 undergraduate, 13 postgraduate, and 7 vocational or professional programmes. The Government of Bihar and Patliputra University regulate the fee structure. Most three-year BA and B.Com courses have total fees below INR 30,000.

CourseDurationEligibilityFee
BA Hons in 12 subjects3 years10+2 from a recognised board; selection through OFSS Bihar meritINR 28,600 total
B.Com3 years10+2 with Commerce or an equivalent qualificationINR 28,600 total
B.Sc Hons in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, or Zoology3 years10+2 with relevant science subjects and 45% marksINR 15,880 total
B.Sc in Biotechnology or Biochemistry3 years10+2 with Biology and ChemistryINR 45,000 total
B.Sc in IT3 years10+2 with Mathematics or Computer ScienceINR 45,500 total
BJMC3 years10+2 from a recognised boardINR 45,000 total
B.Ed2 yearsBachelor’s degree with 50% marksINR 17,500 total
BCA3 years10+2 with MathematicsINR 15,800 total
MBA2 yearsBachelor’s degree with 50% marksINR 35,000 total
MA in 8 subjects2 yearsBachelor’s degree in the relevant subject and a valid PPU PG entrance scoreINR 14,100 total
M.Sc in Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Zoology, or Mathematics2 yearsB.Sc in the relevant subjectINR 35,000 to INR 36,000 total
M.Com2 yearsB.Com with 50% marksINR 14,100 total

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Fees for SC/ST students are usually slightly lower. For example, the total BA Hons fee for an SC/ST student is INR 28,450. Eligible students may also receive support through state scholarship schemes. DMLT, short for Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, costs INR 34,000, while the Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Diploma costs INR 30,000. These one-year to two-year vocational courses prepare students for allied healthcare work in Bihar.

COCAS Patna Admission Process

Admission rules differ by course. Standard UG selection uses Class 12 merit, while postgraduate and MBA applicants must follow the relevant entrance-test and counselling process.

UG (BA / B.Com / B.Sc) Admission

COCAS Patna admits students to BA, B.Com, and regular B.Sc courses through OFSS Bihar, the Online Facilitated System for Services. Patliputra University’s portal is used for Part-II allotment. Selection depends only on the applicant’s 10+2 board percentage, so these courses do not require an entrance examination.

  • Complete 10+2 from a recognised board in the stream required for the chosen course.
  • Selection follows the 10+2 aggregate in strict merit order. Subject-specific cutoffs also apply to B.Sc Hons.
  • Register through OFSS Bihar, enter the preferred colleges, and wait for allotment. After receiving a COCAS seat, report to the college with the original documents.

Professional and Self-Financed UG (BCA, BBM, BJMC, B.Sc Biotech, B.Sc IT)

Patliputra University conducts counselling for professional and self-financed undergraduate courses. Admission is decided from 10+2 merit in the required stream. The specialised BJMC, Biotechnology, and IT courses receive higher demand.

PG (MA / M.Sc / M.Com) Admission

Applicants first take the Patliputra University PG Entrance Test in their chosen subject and then attend counselling. A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks is required, while reserved-category applicants need 45% marks. Seat numbers are limited, and Economics, English, and Political Science attract strong competition.

MBA Admission

MBA applicants need a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks. They may qualify through the Patliputra University MBA entrance test or a valid CMAT or MAT score. Shortlisted applicants then appear for a group discussion and personal interview.

COCAS Patna Career Outcomes

The Training and Placement Cell arranges campus recruitment drives each year. In 2024, the recorded average package was INR 3.5 LPA, and the highest package was INR 7 LPA. NIRF 2025 data reported a median package of INR 2.35 LPA for three-year UG programmes. Companies recruiting students included TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, and Glenmark.

Corporate employment is only one route taken by graduates. Many students prepare for BPSC, SSC, UPSC, IBPS, SBI, and state teaching examinations. Through its 75-year history in Patna, the college has built an alumni network across public administration, law, academics, and banking.

Career PathwayTypical Route
Corporate placementThe Training and Placement Cell conducts campus drives. The 2024 average was INR 3.5 LPA, and the highest package was INR 7 LPA.
Banking and financeGraduates take examinations such as IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, and SBI PO. B.Com, MBA, and Economics students form the main group following this route.
Government serviceStudents prepare for BPSC, SSC CGL, and UPSC. Participation is especially common among B.Com students and BA students of History, Political Science, and Sociology.
Law and judiciaryStudents may pursue LLB through the COCAS Law Faculty or another law college before following routes such as the BPSC Judicial Services examination.
TeachingThe route combines the COCAS B.Ed programme with qualification through BTET or CTET.

COCAS Patna Scholarships

Category, family income, and academic merit determine eligibility for Bihar government and central government scholarships available to COCAS Patna students.

Scholarship / SchemeEligibilityCoverage
Bihar SC/ST Post-Matric ScholarshipSC/ST students who have Bihar domicileTuition fees, examination fees, and a maintenance allowance according to government rules
Bihar Chief Minister Scholarship SchemeStudents from any category who are within the top 10% of the state board merit listINR 15,000 to INR 25,000 per year
OBC/EBC Post-Matric Scholarship, BiharOBC and EBC students whose family income is below the set limitReimbursement of tuition and examination fees
NSP Central Merit SchemesApplicants who meet the national-level merit and income conditions for the relevant schemeINR 20,000 to INR 82,000 per year, depending on the scheme

Applications for both central and state schemes are made through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Bihar scholarship applicants must also submit income and caste certificates issued by a competent government authority.

COCAS Patna Campus and Infrastructure

The 5.89-acre urban campus is in Kankarbagh, Rajendra Nagar, Patna, directly opposite Rajendra Nagar Railway Terminal. Separate blocks serve the Science, Commerce, Humanities, and Law faculties. Students also have access to a central library, science laboratories, IT laboratories, and a seminar hall.

COCAS Patna does not provide a residential hostel. Students can instead find private paying-guest accommodation in nearby residential areas. The location also offers access to city public transport, competitive-examination coaching centres, and other Patna facilities. NCC and NSS units operate at the college, which also holds annual academic and cultural festivals.

COCAS Patna vs Patna College vs Science College Patna

Students considering government constituent colleges in Patna for arts, commerce, or science often compare COCAS Patna with Patna College and Science College Patna. The latter two are part of Patna University, while COCAS belongs to Patliputra University. All three serve similar student groups within the city.

ParameterCOCAS PatnaPatna CollegeScience College Patna
Established194918631927
Affiliated UniversityPatliputra UniversityPatna UniversityPatna University
NAAC GradeA, CGPA 3.09A+A
Programmes FocusCommerce, Arts, Science, Law, and professional coursesArts and HumanitiesPure Sciences
BA Hons Total FeesINR 28,600INR 25,000 to INR 35,000 for 3 yearsNot offered because the college only offers science programmes
Notable StrengthA broad multi-faculty range that includes MBA, BJMC, and BiotechnologyBihar’s oldest and most prestigious college, with a strong alumni networkPure science strength, including B.Sc Hons across 10 subjects

Patna College, the region’s oldest and most prestigious arts college, commonly attracts the highest-scoring humanities students from 10+2. Science College focuses on pure sciences and is preferred by B.Sc students interested in UPSC preparation or research. Of the three institutions, COCAS has the widest course selection. Its MBA, BCA, BJMC, and professional science courses are not available at either Patna College or Science College.

COCAS Patna FAQs

Ques. What steps are required for COCAS Patna BA admission in 2027?

Ans. Apply through the OFSS Bihar portal at ofssbihar.in. Part-I registration is expected between April and May 2027. A merit list is prepared from 10+2 percentages, after which applicants submit college preferences during Part-II through the Patliputra University portal. Students allotted a seat must report to COCAS with their original documents. The 2027-28 cycle is expected to begin between April and May 2027.

Ques. How much does the three-year BA Hons course at COCAS Patna cost?

Ans. General-category students pay a total of INR 28,600 for the three-year BA Hons programme. The SC/ST fee is INR 28,450. Eligible students can use Bihar government SC/ST and OBC post-matric scholarships for tuition and related costs.

Ques. Does COCAS Patna provide student accommodation on campus?

Ans. No, the college has no on-campus hostel. Private paying-guest accommodation is widely available near its Kankarbagh, Rajendra Nagar location in Patna. Public transport connects the college with other parts of the city.

Ques. What placement results has COCAS Patna recorded?

Ans. The 2024 campus placement average was INR 3.5 LPA, and the highest offer was INR 7 LPA. TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank were among the confirmed recruiters. Instead of entering corporate jobs, many graduates prepare for BPSC, UPSC, banking, or teaching careers.

Ques. What is the NAAC status of COCAS Patna?

Ans. COCAS Patna has a NAAC ’A’ grade and a 3.09/4.0 CGPA from its third re-accreditation cycle. It is also recognised under UGC Sections 2(f) and 12(B) and functions as a constituent college of Patliputra University.

Ques. Is an MBA available at COCAS Patna, and how is admission decided?

Ans. Yes. The college offers a two-year MBA with a total fee of INR 35,000. Admission accepts the Patliputra University MBA entrance test or valid CMAT and MAT scores. Shortlisted applicants must then complete a group discussion and personal interview. MBA students are an important part of the group recruited by banking and FMCG companies during campus drives.