Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola was established in 1969. It offers programs dedicated to agrarian sciences. The courses offered include B.Sc, B.Tech, M.Sc, M.Tech, and Doctoral Degree programs in the faculties of Agriculture & Engineering. Admissions to the courses are conducted based on various entrance tests for PG programs, and on merit in previous examinations for UG programs. Placements are provided with the top companies to deserving students.