Established in 1976, Mahatma Gandhi Institute is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large town of Moka (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Mauritius, Mahatma Gandhi Institute (MGI) is a coeducational Mauritian higher education institution. Mahatma Gandhi Institute (MGI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. MGI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.