Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), formerly known as Marathwada Agricultural University (MAU), is a prominent government agricultural university located in Parbhani, Maharashtra. Established on 18 May 1972, the university is named after Vasantrao Naik, a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, and is funded and regulated by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).

The university stands out as a unique institution in India, being the only agricultural university that offers comprehensive education across all branches of Agricultural Sciences. As of 2014, VNMKV had an extensive academic network comprising 12 constituent colleges and 32 affiliated colleges, with a total student intake of 4,175. Additionally, the university manages 9 constituent agriculture schools and 53 affiliated schools, serving an additional 3,270 students.

VNMKV offers a diverse range of academic programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in various agricultural disciplines. Its constituent colleges cover specialized areas such as Agricultural Biotechnology, Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Home Science, and Agricultural Business Management. The university's primary objectives include providing agricultural education, conducting research tailored to regional needs, and facilitating technology transfer in the agricultural sector.

Located at Basmat Road, Krishinagar in Parbhani, VNMKV continues to play a crucial role in agricultural education and research in Maharashtra, contributing to the development of agricultural sciences and supporting the agricultural community through its comprehensive academic and research programs.

Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), formerly Marathwada Agricultural University (MAU)

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