Department of Agricultural Extension
Constituent Department of University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore
About Department of Agricultural Extension
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
The Department of Agricultural Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore was started in 1965 to impart teaching to under graduate students in agriculture. Dr.K.A.Jalihal was the first Head of the Department. The discipline grow vertically and horizontally then onwards and this growth necessitated the starting of Masters and Doctoral programmes during the year 1966-67 and 1974-75 respectively. As on now the department has trained 383 Masters and 77 Ph.D Degree holders in Agricultural Extension. Realizing the importance of extension education discipline in rural development, the Indian Farmers Fertilizers Cooperative (IFFCO) instituted a professional chair in the department during 1981.
Programs & Courses Offered
Academic qualifications and certifications administered by this department
Ph.D
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Common queries about Department of Agricultural Extension
Where is the Department of Agricultural Extension located?
The Department of Agricultural Extension is an academic teaching department of University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Agricultural Extension are conducted as per University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Agricultural Extension?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore.