Established in 2012, Desh Bhagat University is a private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the small city of Mandi Gobindgarh (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Punjab. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Desh Bhagat University is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Desh Bhagat University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Desh Bhagat University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.