Founded in 1986, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Nauni (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Himachal Pradesh. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.