Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani
Established in 1972, on Land grant pattern, Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani formerly Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani is one of the four Agricultural universities in state of Maharashtra. University is well connected by road, rail and air. Nearest airport is at Nanded which is 75 km away from the headquarter.
Courses Offered:
Under Graduate Degree Programme
B.Sc.(Hons) (Agriculture, Horticulture, Community Science),
B.Tech. (Food Technology, Agril. Engineering, Bio-technology
Post Graduate Degree Programme
M.Sc. (Agri.) (Agriculture Economics, Agriculture Extension Education, Agriculture Meteorology, Agronomy, Entomology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Physiology, Seed Science and Technology, Soil Science, Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)
M.Sc. (Hort.) (Floriculture and Landscaping, Fruit Science, Vegetable Science)
MBA Agri- Business Management
M.Sc. (Community Science) (Food and Nutrition, Human Development and Family Studies, Resource Management and Consumer Science)
M.Tech. (Food Processing Technology, Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, Processing and Food Engineering)
Ph.D. Degree Programme
Agriculture Economics, Agriculture Extension Education, Agriculture Meteorology, Agronomy, Entomology, Floriculture and Landscaping, Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Physiology, Seed Science and Technology, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, Food Processing Technology, Irrigation and Drainage Engg., Soil and Water Conservation Engg., Processing and Food Engg., Farm Machinery and Power Engg.
Fees Structure: As mentioned in the prospects
Facilities for Students:
Academic & Research Facilities
- University Library: Established in 1972, it hosts over 1,00,000 books, 25,000 plus periodicals, journals, theses, e-resources, and databases .
- Departmental & Specialized Labs: Numerous labs across disciplines such as agricultural chemistry, ngineering, entomology, plant pathology, food technology, micro-biology, and more .
- Computer and IT Infrastructure: Multiple computer labs, campus-wide Wi-Fi, and strong IT support.
Campus and Farm Facilities
- Instructional Farm and Research Plots: Main campus is having instructional farms, orchards, medicinal / decorative gardens, greenhouses, and cattle sheds .
- Housing, Dining & Support
- Hostels: Dormitories for boys and girls, with attached bathrooms in some cases, mess facilities, and guardian oversight
- Canteen/Cafeteria: Campus eating spots for students and staff
- Parking: Dedicated parking zones for faculty, staff, and students
- Medical Services: On-campus medical facilities available round-the-clock
Sports & Recreation
- Outdoor Sports Arena: Two basketball courts, multiple volleyball, kabaddi, kho-kho grounds, handball field and a 400m running track.
- Indoor Games: Two badminton courts, four table tennis tables, an indoor sports complex
- Gymnasium: A gym is available for physical fitness.
Placement & Training Support
- Training & Placement Cell: Helps organize workshops, soft-skill training, and campus/ off-campus placement drives .
- Experiential Learning: Modules like RAWE and Student READY offer internships, rural training, practical farm exposure, and hands-on learning—lasting up to 20 weeks.