CMI and Education

From its very inception, the CMI Congregation has been a pioneer in the field of education. St. Chavara, a visionary reformer, established the first Catholic Sanskrit School in 1846 and insisted that every church should start a school—an initiative that laid the foundation for widespread educational growth in Kerala. Inspired by his vision, the CMIs today manage a vast network of schools, colleges, professional institutions, and research centers across India and abroad. These institutions are renowned for academic excellence, holistic formation, and value-based education, with a special commitment to serving the poor and marginalized. Through their consistent dedication, the CMI congregation has become a leader in nation-building, nurturing generations of men and women who are intellectually competent, morally upright, socially committed, and spiritually grounded.