Established in 1970, Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of New Delhi (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), NCT of Delhi. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan University is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.