Founded in 1988, Chennai Mathematical Institute is a private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large metropolis of Chennai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. CMI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.