Hargovandas Lakhmichand College of Commerce (H L College of Commerce) is the first college which was started by the Ahmedabad Education Society (AES). The college was established in 1936, and is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and University Grant Commission (UGC) with B++ grade. HL College of Commerce is affiliated to Gujarat University. The college has received many laurels, that include the Best college Award in the commerce category in Gujarat twice. 

  • HL College of Commerce offers Bachelor Of Science in Fintech, Bachelor of Science In International Finance And Bachelor of Commerce in Banking & Financial Services at undergraduate level.
  • HL College of commerce provides M.Com course in the post graduate sphere.
  • Admissions are strictly conducted on a merit basis, with the merit list prepared by the college committee.

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The college has a placement cell that helps the students to improve their soft skills and guides them to make decisions related to their career. HL College of Commerce attracts a median package of INR 3 LPA for the students. Several awards and scholarships are given to students on the basis of merit, need and their performance in extracurricular activities. The college also offers accommodation facilities.

HL College of Commerce Courses & Fees

The institution specialises in the Commerce field and provides an undergraduate and a postgraduate program for the students. Courses offered at HL College of Commerce are either Self-Financed Programmes or Grant-in-Aid Programmes. Details of the courses are listed below:

Self-Financed Programmes

The courses offered under Self-Financed Programmes by HL College of Commerce, Ahmedabad are detailed below:

Courses Details
Bachelor Of Science in Fintech Duration- 3 years
Eligibility- Candidate must pass 10+2
Seat Intake- 100
Bachelor of Science In International Finance (Hons.) Duration- 4 years
​Eligibility- Candidate must pass 10+2
Seat Intake- 60
Bachelor of Commerce in Banking & Financial Services (Hons.) Duration- 4 years
​Eligibility- Candidate must pass 10+2
Seat Intake- 100

Grant-in-Aid Programmes

The courses offered under Grant-in-Aid Programmes by HL College of Commerce, Ahmedabad are detailed below:

Program Program details
B.Com Specializations- Accountancy, Statistics, Computer Applications
Duration- 3 years.
Eligibility- Candidate must pass 10+2 from English medium or with English as a subject.
Selection criteria- Merit based.
M.Com Specializations- Accounting & Auditing
Eligibility- Candidates must pass graduation with minimum marks of 50%..
Selection criteria- Merit based.

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HL College of Commerce Placements

HL College of Commerce has its own Training and Placement cell on campus. The cell is responsible for conducting campus placement programs, counselling sessions, Aptitude Tests, Interviews and other activities in order to guide the students in making career related decisions for the future. Internship opportunities are also given to students for getting knowledge about the genuine corporate world and to obtain new ideas regarding career. 

According to the 2019-20 placement highlights, students at HL College of Commerce were offered a median package of INR 2.60 LPA and INR 3 LPA at the undergraduate and postgraduate level respectively.

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HL College of Commerce- Top Recruiters 

  • Kotak Mahindra
  • HDFC Bank
  • TCS 
  • ICICI Bank
  • IndusInd Bank
  • Vijaya Bank

HL College of Commerce Scholarships

HL College of Commerce facilitates various scholarships granted by the state government and also by the central government. The college also offers several institutional free ships. Students are also awarded various honours, financial assistance and medals for their participation in extracurricular activities.

The different scholarships that can be availed at HL College of Commerce are:

  • Mukhyamantri Yuwa Swavalamban Yojana- The motive of this scholarship is to facilitate financial help to needy students for college fees, hostel charges, food expenses and books & equipment costs. 
  • Digital Gujarat Scholarship- The scholarship facilitates financial help to students who belong to the reserved category and are permanent residents of the state of Gujarat.
  • Honorable Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme-Under this scholarship, financial help is offered to students who belong to low income level class. Candidates are also given loans for completing their higher education.

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HL College of Commerce Rankings

  • Ranked the best Commerce college in Gujarat.
  • Ranked 40th in the list of best commerce colleges in India as per the The Week magazine in 2020.
  • HL College of Commerce ranked 60th in the best commerce college category by Outlook in 2020.
  • The college secured 42 rank for the best commerce college by The Week Magazine in 2019.

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HL College of Commerce FAQs

Ques. What facilities are provided by the HL College of Commerce?

Ans. HL College of commerce provides a range of facilities to the students for encouraging a comfortable environment for their studies. These are listed below-

  • Library
  • Sports facilities
  • Hostel facilities for both boys and girls
  • Auditorium
  • Computer Labs
  • Cafeteria

Ques. What is the placement process of HL College of Commerce?

Ans. The process of placement at HL College of Commerce involves a few steps that are listed below-

  • Offering the suitable job
  • Interview
  • Group discussion
  • Conduction of test
  • Pre placement discussion
  • Selection of students
  • Registration of Candidates

Ques. How can a student become an Alumni Association member of HL College of Commerce?

Ans. A student can become a member of the Alumni Association of HL College of Commerce by paying the prescribed fee with the photocopy of the graduation marksheet and two passport size photographs.

Ques. How can a candidate obtain transcripts at HL College of Commerce?

Ans. The candidate needs to pay the prescribed fee along with the photocopy of the qualifying examination marksheet and the original marksheets of all the semesters in the concerned department. Within two working days, the college issues the signed and stamped transcript.

Ques. Does HL College of Commerce gives Awards and Prizes to the students?

Ans. HL College of Commerce offers multiple prizes and awards in different fields like in academics, sports and others. Some of the notable ones are:

  • Shri Rambhai Nathabhai Amin Cash Prize- Three toppers, one each from FY, SY and TY B.Com, who have scored the highest marks get this Cash prize which is worth INR 7,000.
  • Smt. Padmavatiben Manubhai. D.Zaveri Scholarship Fund Prize- Candidates who scored the highest marks in four subjects at TY B.Com university examination are awarded with this cash prize.
  • Late Shri. M.A. Shah Sports Scholarship- Two best sports persons of the college who perform best at college level are awarded with this Scholarship for continuing their education at HL College of Commerce.

Ques. Are there any clubs or societies at HL College of Commerce?

Ans. Yes, there are many clubs,committees and societies for various activities. HL College of Commerce highly promotes extracurricular activities among its students. Some of the clubs and committees of the institution are mentioned below-

  • The Orator’s Podium
  • The Rainbow Palette
  • The Harmony Music Club
  • Student Council
  • The jhankar Beats Dance Club
  • Einstein’s Proteges for Quiz club
  • The Theatre Artists Club
  • Infostring Club For Management events and games
  • Eco-Buddy Club
  • HL College of commerce Model United Nation (HLCCMUN)
  • HLCC Robinhood Army Club
  • National Service Scheme (NSS)
  • National Cadet Corps (NCC)