L S Raheja College of Arts and Commerce

What L S Raheja College of Arts and Commerce does

L S Raheja College of Arts and Commerce is an autonomous, private educational institution operating in Mumbai, India, managed by the Sadhana Education Society trust. Founded in 1980 as a Gujarati linguistic-minority college, it offers a vertically integrated academic portfolio spanning Junior College (Arts and Commerce), undergraduate programs (B.Com, B.A., BMS, BAF, BBI, BFM, B.Sc.IT, BAMMC, BCMA, BDB, plus emerging B.Sc. in AI & Data Science and Cyber Security & Digital Forensics), postgraduate programs (M.Com and MA Psychology with Clinical and Counselling specializations), and a Ph.D. research center in Business, Policy and Administration recognized since 2018-19. The college is affiliated with the University of Mumbai and holds NAAC accreditation, including a B++ grade in its most recent third cycle (2022) following A grades in 2004 and 2011.

The institution operates a technology stack centered on third-party educational platforms: CIMS ERP and its student-facing Student Diary Cloud mobile application (iOS/Android), IRINS for research information management, DrillBit for plagiarism detection, Microsoft Teams for academic communication, and integration with the University of Mumbai SAMARTH admission portal and National Digital Library. Approximately 100 teaching staff support the programs, and dedicated placement partnerships with companies such as KPMG, First Source, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, Skillup Exchange, and PSD Media provide campus recruitment channels, though disclosed placement volume was modest at 12 students in 2024-25.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees (regulated by University of Mumbai and Government of Maharashtra), examination fees, and certificate/document issuance fees, with government scholarships and freeships administered on behalf of eligible students. The college serves the Mumbai western suburbs catchment area, with no disclosed geographic expansion beyond a single campus in Santacruz West. As a nonprofit trust-operated institution, it has no external equity investors, no funding rounds, and no public shareholders.

Name

L S Raheja College of Arts and Commerce

Legal name

L. S. Raheja College of Arts and Commerce

Website

https://lsraheja.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Short description

L S Raheja College of Arts and Commerce is a nonprofit, autonomous educational institution in Mumbai, India, affiliated with the University of Mumbai and offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across Arts, Commerce, Management, IT, and emerging technology verticals for students in the Mumbai western suburbs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online Divisions of Traditional Universities (Hybrid/Extension) (EDAHALAB)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Postgraduate education
• Doctoral research programs
• Autonomous college

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Tuition fees from undergraduate and postgraduate students across aided and self-financing courses. Fees are regulated by University of Mumbai and Government of Maharashtra guidelines.
2. Examination Fees: Fees collected for examination forms, hall tickets, revaluation, and photocopy of answer papers.
3. Certificate and Document Fees: Fees for issuance of certificates including bonafide, transcripts, migration certificates, NOC, and other documents.
4. Scholarship Administration: Government scholarships and freeships administered through college for eligible students including EBC, SC/ST/OBC, Minority, and Defense personnel categories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

L. S. Raheja College of Arts and Commerce is an autonomous, NAAC-accredited higher education institution affiliated with the University of Mumbai, offering Junior College, undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs across Arts, Commerce, Management, IT, Mass Media, and Finance streams. The college delivers classroom-based degree programs, add-on certificate courses, placement support, and research infrastructure supported by an ERP-based student portal, mobile app, and academic-integrity tooling.

Product overview

L. S. Raheja College of Arts and Commerce is an autonomous institution affiliated with the University of Mumbai, offering a comprehensive educational portfolio from Junior College through Ph.D. level. The college provides undergraduate programs in Arts, Commerce, Management, IT, Mass Media, and Finance (including B.Sc. in AI & Data Science and Cyber Security & Digital Forensics), postgraduate programs in Commerce and Psychology, and doctoral research. The institution supports its academic delivery through technology platforms including a mobile app for student and faculty access, an ERP-based student portal (Student Diary Cloud) for academic and administrative functions, and plagiarism detection services. Add-on certificate courses in Investments, Digital Marketing, Financial Planning, and Soft Skills complement the core degree programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Junior College Programs (Arts and Commerce) Higher Secondary (Class 11-12) programs in Arts and Commerce streams for students completing Class 10.
• Undergraduate Degree Programs Bachelor's degree programs including B.Com, B.A., B.M.S., B.A.F., B.B.I., B.F.M., B.Sc.IT, B.A.M.M.C., B.C.M.A., B.D.B., and B.Sc. in AI & Data Science and Cyber Security & Digital Forensics.
• Postgraduate Programs Master's degree programs including M.Com and M.A. in Psychology with Clinical and Counselling specializations.
• Ph.D. Research Program Doctoral research program recognized for continuous University of Mumbai affiliation since 2018-19 in Business, Policy and Administration.
• Add-on Certificate Courses Certificate courses in Investments, Digital Marketing, Financial Planning, Soft Skills, and SWAYAM NPTEL online add-on courses for industry readiness.
• L. S. Raheja College Mobile App Mobile application for students, faculty, and alumni providing single-window access to notifications, examination information, event updates, course details, and direct links to college and library websites.

Quantifiable outcome

• NAAC B++ Grade in 3rd Cycle accreditation (2022)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Asian Institute of Family Managed Business (AIFMB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 August 2017MOU partnership established on 25th August 2017 for establishing and operating the Entrepreneurship Cell at L.S. Raheja College. AIFMB is a nonprofit organization supporting first and second-generation entrepreneurs. The partnership aims to equip students with key insights into entrepreneurship and motivate them to launch startups.
• Diplomathon GlobalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for hosting Model United Nations (MUN) event, providing students a platform to discuss critical global issues and refine diplomatic, communication, and critical thinking skills through structured debates.
• 1% ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial literacy initiative partner for Money Matters Students Edition session organized on National Financial Awareness Day. Partner provides expertise for promoting financial literacy and preparing students for secure financial future.
• IRM-IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerE-Talk session by Mr. Shalin Shah from IRM-India on 'Beyond the Case Study: Applying IIM Ahmedabad's Problem-Solving Framework in Real-Life' providing practical problem-solving strategies to students.
• University of MumbaicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliation agreement - L.S. Raheja College is affiliated with University of Mumbai. All degrees offered are recognized by the university and follow prescribed academic guidelines and examination formats.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Direct peers

• Sophia College for Women: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai offering UG and PG programs in Arts, Commerce, and Science. Comparable on autonomy and UoM-affiliated multi-disciplinary offerings.
• H.R. College of Commerce and Economics: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai focused on Commerce, Management, and Economics programs. Highly comparable as a Mumbai-based autonomous Arts & Commerce college with strong placement networks.
• Jai Hind College: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai offering UG and PG programs across Arts, Commerce, Management, and Science streams. Comparable on autonomy, UoM affiliation, and multi-disciplinary structure.
• DG Ruparel College: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai offering UG programs in Arts, Commerce, and Science. Comparable as a fellow traditional autonomous Mumbai Arts & Commerce institution.
• Wilson College: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai offering UG and PG programs in Arts, Commerce, and Science. Comparable as a fellow traditional autonomous Mumbai college.
• K.J. Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce (now K.J. Somaiya Deemed to be University): Mumbai-based Arts & Commerce college that has grown into a deemed university with multi-program UG/PG offerings and Ph.D. programs. Directly comparable on Arts/Commerce focus and Mumbai placement market.
• Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai offering UG and PG programs in Arts, Commerce, and Science. Comparable in scale, autonomy status, and curricular breadth to LS Raheja.
• NM College of Commerce and Economics: Autonomous Mumbai commerce-focused college affiliated with University of Mumbai with strong placement record. Comparable on commerce program focus, autonomy status, and Mumbai student market.
• St. Xavier's College, Mumbai: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai offering UG and PG programs across Arts, Commerce, and Science. Directly comparable as a fellow autonomous Mumbai institution with multi-disciplinary UG/PG offerings and a strong placement track record.
• Mithibai College: Autonomous Mumbai college affiliated with University of Mumbai with strong UG/PG portfolio in Arts, Commerce, Science, and Management. Comparable as a fellow high-enrollment Mumbai autonomous institution.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/ls.raheja/?hl=en

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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