About Us

Foundation History

Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation, Ahmednagar is in the service of education since 1986. Dr.VVP Foundation at Ahmednagar is registered under Bombay Public Trust Act 1950, dated – 5th July, 1982 -Reg. No-MAH-/ 544/ANR/82/ BPT/Act-490(Ahmednagar). The foundation is dedicated to provide quality education in the field of engineering, agriculture, medicine and management. To realize the visionary thoughts of Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil, his worthy son, Hon’ble Padmabhushan Shri. Balasaheb Vikhe Patil, established “Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation” (Dr.VVP Foundation) in the year 1982, with sole aim to spread technical, medical, paramedical, Ayurvedic education in the developing rural areas, thus contributing immensely towards national human resource development. Embarked on the journey by starting the College of Engineering in 1982. School of Management (IBMRD) is offering MBA degree course of University of Pune since 1986 and MCA course since 2010-11. College of Agriculture commenced in 2013-14 with an intake of 120 students in independent premises of Foundation.

Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation is actively engaged in serving society and rural area since 1982.We believe in excellence and we add value to our student’s over all personality. The aim is to provide specialized high quality education to build professionals, technical and agricultural industry. To explore the frontiers of knowledge from industry through independent research, as well as in collaboration with other entities in business or education. To equip the students with high level of conceptual, analytical and descriptive abilities to handle problems. Strong interaction with business and industry particularly in the teaching, seminars, training and placement in various industries. We have separate Training and placements officer which look after the placements activities of campus. During the last four decades, with the inspiration from Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil, other educational institutions have emerged like Pravara Rural Education Society, Pravara Medical Trust, Dr. Vikhe Patil Foundation, Pune these are the quality and value-centered educational institutions imparting values added technical education.

Our Inspiration

PADMASHREE DR. VITHALRAO VIKHE PATIL

The pioneer of Sugar Co-operative movement, who had a humble beginning, was chiefly instrumental in, organizing the much exploited sugarcane ‘growers of the 44 villages, in and around Pravaranagar, way back in 1948, and establishing Asia’s first co-operative sugar factory, which was commissioned in 1950.

Patrons

Our Philosophy

Cultivating a holistic approach to agriculture education, fostering innovation, sustainability, and empowerment to shape the future of farming and food security.

Collage's Principle

Empowering students with practical knowledge, fostering industry collaboration, and nurturing a passion for sustainable agriculture and rural development.

Key Of Success

Quality education, cutting-edge research, and a supportive learning environment—key elements for success in agricultural education & career development.

Hon’ble Mrs. Shalinitai Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil

Ex-President, Zilla Parishad, Ahmednagar At Post Loni(BK), Tal. Rahata, Dist.Ahmednagar

Hon’ble Adv. Shri. Vasantrao Shahurao Kapare

08, Yashwant Colony, Nagar-Aurangabad Road, Ahmednagar

Hon’ble Dr. Mrs Supriya Ajit Dhokane

1501, Tower B, Sukhada Building, Opp. Traffic Police HQ, Sir Pochkhanwal Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400030

Hon’ble Dr. Mrs. Susmita Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil

Flat No.801, Gemini Riverfront, Behind Spicer School, Next to Rohan Nilay Phase II, Sangvi Road, Aundh, Pune.

Dr. M. B. Dhonde

Ph.D.(Agri.), Principal, Dr. VVP College of Agriculture Ahmednagar

It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation’s College of Agriculture, Vilad Ghat, Ahmednagar, which is recognized by Maharashtra Council of Agiculture, Education & Research, Pune & affiliated to Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri (MS).

Our Vision and Mission

Vision

" We are committed to create future leaders and deliver research-based discoveries that will feed a growing world population, develop renewable sources of energy, ensure a safe sustainably packaged food supply, and maintain a healthy environment. "

Mission

" The central purpose of the College is to focus on the critical issues in global food supply and safety, human and animal nutrition, agricultural systems efficiency, environmental conservation, sustainable packaging, and renewable resources in the region, and especially those issues that are applicable worldwide. We achieve our purpose in teaching by designing basic, yet futuristic, degree programs that empower students to contribute globally through satisfying and productive careers. Through rigorous experiential and classroom learning opportunities, institute readies its graduates to assume leadership roles in industries essential to ensuring the future security and prosperity of India and our growing global population.