Founded in 1968, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (Mahatma Phule Agricultural University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Rahuri (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Maharashtra. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. MPKV also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.