Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, also known as DSE Commerce, is a prestigious government department under the University of Delhi. Established in 1967, the department is located in New Delhi and is part of the Faculty of Commerce and Business. The campus forms a part of the Delhi School of Economics and is recognized by the UGC.
The Department of Commerce, DSE offers Postgraduate and Doctorate level programs in the Commerce and Management stream. Two of the most popular courses offered include Master of Commerce (M.Com) and Master of International Business (MIB). The department has a reputation for academic excellence, research-driven learning, and robust corporate and academic placements. Admission to its programs is merit-based and also involves entrance examinations conducted by the University of Delhi for specific courses.
In terms of placements, the department has consistently achieved impressive results. In the 2024 placement season, the highest salary package offered was INR 13 LPA, with an average package of INR 7.5 LPA. Top companies like Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, ICICI Bank, and HDFC regularly visit the campus for recruitment.
| Particulars | Department of Commerce, DSE Highlights 2025 |
|---|---|
| College Name | Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics |
| Establishment Year | 1967 |
| College Type | Government |
| Campus Size | Part of University of Delhi Main Campus |
| Accredited By | NAAC |
| Recognised By | UGC |
| Popular Courses | MCom, MBA (IB), PhD in Commerce |
| Admission Criteria | Merit-based / Entrance Examination (DUET) |
| Official Website | www.commerce.du.ac.in |
CUET PG 2026 provisional answer key has been released. Candidates can view the answer key along with their response sheets through the official portal at exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/.
Ph. D. Admission 2025-26 Phase 2 Interview Schedule Released - The interview schedule for the second phase of Ph. D. admission for the academic year 2025-26 has been released. The interviews will be held on 08th April 2026 at the Department of Commerce, Faculty of Commerce and Business, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi. Candidates are required to report by 08:00 AM and must bring necessary documents including their research proposal and plagiarism report. A list of provisionally shortlisted candidates is available in Annexure-I. Candidates found ineligible are listed in Annexure-II and can appeal by submitting a Google Form by 04 April 2026.
CUET PG 2026 admit card has been issued for exams scheduled from March 16 to March 19, 2026. Candidates can access and download their admit cards online from the official website, exams.nta.nic.in, by logging in with their application number and date of birth.
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university, Minimum of 50% aggregate marks, Valid score in a national-level entrance exam (CAT, MAT, or GMAT) | |
| M.A. (Master of Arts) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50% or above in undergraduate program | |
| M.Com. (Master of Commerce) | Bachelor's degree in Commerce or a related field, minimum of 50% aggregate marks | |
| M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) | ₹1,000 | Master's degree in Commerce or a related field, minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA |
The table below lists the Department of Economics fee for all courses along with their eligibility criteria:
| Course Name | Total Fee | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BA Economics | INR 30,000 | 10+2 with minimum 45% marks in any stream |
| MA Economics | INR 40,000 | Graduation with Economics or related subjects |
| MSc Economics | INR 45,000 | BSc/BCom/BA with Economics, minimum 50% marks |
| PhD Economics | INR 60,000 | Postgraduation in Economics with 55% marks + entrance |
| Particulars | Placement Stats 2024 |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 95% |
| Highest Package | INR 13 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 7.5 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 6 LPA |
| No. of Companies Visited | 40+ |
| Top Recruiters | Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, ICICI Bank, HDFC |