Department of Soil Science
Constituent Department of Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur
About Department of Soil Science
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
The Department of Soil Science owes its origin to Imperial Agricultural Research Institute established at Pusa, Bihar in 1905. Workers like Dr. J. W. Leather “considered father of Indian Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry” sowed the seed for the research in the field of soil science at Pusa. After the establishment of Rajendra Agricultural University in 1970, the post graduate studies in Soil Science started with a full fledged laboratory and staff. Stalwarts like Prof. S. C. Mandal, Dr. K. K. Jha, Dr. P. P. Jha, Dr. M.K. Sinha and others gave the present shape to the Department.
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Common queries about Department of Soil Science
Where is the Department of Soil Science located?
The Department of Soil Science is an academic teaching department of Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur, located in Samastipur, Bihar, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Soil Science are conducted as per Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Soil Science?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur.