Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce

What Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce does

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), founded in 2008 and headquartered in Rasayani, Maharashtra, India, is a private nonprofit higher-education institution operated under the Mahatma Education Society (MES) umbrella founded by Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai. It serves higher-education students primarily in the Raigad district and surrounding Maharashtra catchment, offering 10 bachelor's degree programs (B.A., multiple B.Com. specializations, B.A.M.M.C., B.Sc. in Computer Science, IT, AI/ML, Cyber Security, PCM, Hospitality Studies, Data Science, Interior Design) and 4 master's programs (M.Com., M.Sc. IT, M.Sc. Data Science, M.Sc. Organic Chemistry, M.Sc. Physics), augmented by SAP Education certification and add-on vocational courses.

The institution is NAAC Cycle II accredited (2023) with autonomous status, ISO 20000-1 certified, and UGC-compliant, operating from a single campus with hostel and library infrastructure. Its revenue model is tuition-driven through direct student admissions handled solely by college authorities with no third-party agents; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Student support infrastructure includes career counseling, women development, an entrepreneurship cell, multiple disciplinary clubs, and webinars/seminars, while external engagement includes community-service partnerships and a nascent international exchange program.

No proprietary technology platforms, APIs, or AI-driven products are built or sold; the institution is a curriculum deliverer rather than a technology producer. Strategic positioning rests on regional brand association with MES, regulatory accreditation, and a deliberate pivot toward technology-aligned UG/PG programs to capture evolving student demand in the Maharashtra higher-education market.

Name

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce

Legal name

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous)

Website

https://phcasc.ac.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce is a private, NAAC-accredited autonomous higher-education institution in Rasayani, Maharashtra, operating under Mahatma Education Society and serving students with 14 UG/PG degree programs plus SAP and vocational certifications.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Rasayani

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

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce is a NAAC-accredited autonomous higher education institution offering 10 bachelor's degree programs and 4 master's degree programs across arts, commerce, science, and professional disciplines, complemented by SAP certification and add-on vocational courses. The college delivers campus-based undergraduate and postgraduate education directly to students in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India, under the governance of Mahatma Education Society.

Product overview

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce offers a comprehensive educational portfolio comprising 10 bachelor's degree programs spanning arts, commerce, sciences, and professional studies, along with 4 master's degree programs in specialized disciplines. The institution also provides SAP certification courses and add-on vocational programs. The undergraduate offerings include traditional degrees (B.A., B.Com., B.Sc. PCM) alongside career-oriented programs in technology (B.Sc.C.S., B.Sc.I.T., B.Sc. AI/ML, B.Sc. Cyber Security, B.Sc. Data Science), business (B.Com. specializations in Accounting & Finance, Banking & Insurance, Management Studies), media (B.A.M.M.C.), hospitality (B.Sc. Hospitality Studies), and design (B.Sc. Interior Design). The postgraduate tier covers commerce (M.Com.), information technology (M.Sc.I.T.), data science (M.Sc. Data Science), and pure sciences (M.Sc. Organic Chemistry, M.Sc. Physics). The college operates as an autonomous institution under NAAC accreditation, offering students structured degree programs complemented by SAP certification and add-on vocational courses for skill development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) Three-year undergraduate degree program in arts disciplines offered to students seeking higher education in humanities and social sciences.
• B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) Three-year undergraduate commerce degree providing foundational knowledge in accounting, finance, and business studies.
• B.Com. (Accounting & Finance) Specialized commerce program focusing on accounting principles, financial management, and banking operations for undergraduate students.
• B.Com. (Banking & Insurance) Commerce program specializing in banking sector operations, insurance products, and financial services for undergraduate students.
• B.Com. (Management Studies) Management-focused commerce degree covering business administration, organizational behavior, and strategic management for undergraduate students.
• B.A.M.M.C. (Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication) Media and communications degree covering journalism, advertising, public relations, and digital media for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc.C.S. (Bachelor of Science in Computer Science) Computer science undergraduate degree covering programming, algorithms, databases, and software development.
• B.Sc.I.T. (Bachelor of Science in Information Technology) Information technology degree program focusing on networking, web technologies, and IT infrastructure management for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc. AI/ML (Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Specialized science degree in AI and machine learning covering neural networks, deep learning, and intelligent systems for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc. (Cyber Security) Cybersecurity program covering network security, ethical hacking, cryptography, and information protection for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) Traditional science degree with PCM combination providing foundational knowledge in physical sciences and mathematics for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc. (Hospitality Studies) Hospitality management program covering hotel operations, food service, and tourism industry skills for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc. (Data Science) Data science degree covering statistical analysis, machine learning, data visualization, and big data technologies for undergraduate students.
• B.Sc. (Interior Design) Interior design program covering space planning, aesthetics, materials, and design software applications for undergraduate students.
• M.Com. (Master of Commerce) Two-year postgraduate commerce degree with advanced studies in accounting, finance, and business research.
• M.Sc.I.T. (Master of Science in Information Technology) Advanced IT postgraduate program covering enterprise systems, software engineering, and technology management.
• M.Sc. Data Science Advanced data science postgraduate program covering predictive analytics, advanced machine learning, and data engineering.
• M.Sc. Organic Chemistry Specialized chemistry postgraduate program focusing on organic compounds, synthesis, and chemical analysis techniques.
• M.Sc. Physics Advanced physics postgraduate degree covering quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and experimental physics.
• SAP Education SAP certification courses offered as add-on programs to provide industry-recognized enterprise software skills to enrolled students.
• Add-on Certificate/Diploma Courses Short-term certificate and diploma programs providing skill enhancement and vocational training across various disciplines for enrolled students.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Patalganga River and Environment Conservation Charitable TrustminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 August 2022Environmental awareness and conservation partnership for institutional social responsibility activities.
• Pillai Center for EntrepreneurshipcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 January 2016Jointly organized to create a platform for sharing ideas, networking, learning about starting a business, and understanding nuances of managing a business. Activities include interactions with entrepreneurs, business plan competitions, and other entrepreneurial events.
• Rotary Club of PatalganaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2014Collaborative community service initiative for blood donation drives.
• Mahatma Education Society (MES)coreOthersThe college is operated under Mahatma Education Society (MES), founded and led by Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai as Chairman and CEO. MES operates multiple campuses including Panvel, New Panvel, Khanda, Rasayani, Gorai, and Chembur.
• Pillai Center for EntrepreneurshipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMahatma Education Society's Pillai HOC College collaborated with the Pillai Center for Entrepreneurship to launch an Entrepreneurship Cell on 20th January 2016. The cell supports students aspiring to become entrepreneurs or manage family businesses.
• Rotary Club of PatalganaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBlood Donation Camp organized in association with Rotary Club of Patalgana on 4th February 2014.
• Patalganga River and Environment Conservation Charitable TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional Social Responsibility Cell (PHCASC) in association with Patalganga river and environment conservation charitable trust organized a rally against use of plastic on 13th August 2022.
• SAP EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationThe college offers SAP Education certification courses as part of its program offerings, providing students with industry-standard enterprise software training.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Pillai College of Engineering: Also under Mahatma Education Society (MES) in the New Panvel/Panvel area; offers engineering and technology programs and shares governance, branding, and student pathways with PHCASC, making it the most directly comparable MES-network peer.
• Wilson College: Historic Mumbai autonomous college delivering arts, science, and commerce degrees with NAAC accreditation — a comparable multi-faculty higher education institution in Maharashtra.
• Smt. CHM College of Arts, Commerce and Science: Affiliated college in Raigad/Maharashtra offering comparable arts, commerce, and science degree programs and targeting the same higher education student segment in the region.
• K.C. College of Arts, Commerce and Science: Mumbai-based autonomous NAAC-accredited college offering UG and PG arts, commerce, and science programs — closely comparable scale, accreditation profile, and curricular scope.
• Pillai's Institute of Management and Research: Another MES-managed institution offering management and commerce programs; competes for the same student pool in Raigad district and shares the same Pillai brand equity.
• Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College: Autonomous Mumbai college offering BA, BCom, BSc, and emerging tech programs with NAAC accreditation; a comparable Maharashtra higher education institution in program mix and target market.
• Changu Kana Thakur Arts, Commerce and Science College: Autonomous college in Raigad/Maharashtra offering arts, commerce, and science programs at UG and PG levels — a direct regional competitor in the same district and accreditation tier.

Broad incumbents

• University of Mumbai Affiliated Colleges: Major Maharashtra affiliating university governing hundreds of colleges offering the same BA/BCom/BSc program mix; represents the broad institutional competitor and accreditation framework PHCASC navigates.
• Savitribai Phule Pune University (Affiliated Colleges): Larger public university ecosystem that many Maharashtra arts/science/commerce colleges affiliate with; represents the broader incumbent structure within which PHCASC operates as an autonomous institution.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education: Larger private deemed university offering multi-disciplinary UG/PG programs including data science, AI/ML, and commerce — comparable emerging-tech program positioning but at materially larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/PillaiOf
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/pillaigrouponline
• Facebookfacebook.com/pillaiuniversity
• Instagraminstagram.com/pillaihoccollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/phcasc

Compliance4 records

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Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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