Established in 1943, Utkal University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Bhubaneswar (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Odisha. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Utkal University is a small coeducational Indian higher education institution. Utkal University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. Utkal 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.