TIAS is Thalassery's first self-financed Arts and Science College, headed by one of the most veteran education management groups in the Malabar region of Kerala.

TIAS strives to give students a high-quality individualised education programme that will help them succeed in their personal and professional lives. The Tellicherry Institute of Advanced Studies is dedicated to knowledge development, providing a high standard of learning and the pursuit of excellence. To promote professional progress in our students, we focus on Modern teaching methods, Research, and other Scholarly activities. TIAS provides the opportunity for students to experience and develop non-academic skills in addition to academic, vocational, and technical skills, to ensure that our students are ready to embark on their respective careers and future endeavours after their graduation.