Duration |
Course Fee |
Exam Fee |
NHEQF Level |
4 Semester (2 Years) |
Rs. 65,000-/ (Per Year) |
Rs. 4,000-/ (Per Year) |
Level 6 To Level 7 |
*Title of Programme is duly approved by University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi. |
‘Extension’ refers to the continuation in studying and solving the rural problems. It also increases the farm yields and improves standards of living of farmers by bringing desirable changes in knowledge, attitudes and skills across performing necessary agricultural processes, and taking beneficial decisions.
Right from day one, the main objective of this course is the expose the entire class to the basic skills of reporting scientific data and develop skills for reporting papers, manuals etc. The comprehensive procedures adapted in this course prepares students to state their fact with clarity as a future scientist. Great emphasis has been given to scholars interested in agricultural research for rural development. The course module is designed in a way that teaches the noble philosophy of rural agriculture and endeavors for R&D.
More focus has been given to sensitize the students about the overall understanding and importance of agricultural research. The students shall be taught the principle of practicing research ethics, along with all the methodology. Research ethics for publishing and authorship, right to intellectual properties, right to privacy, and ethics on activism on agricultural-social contracts, socio-economic issues are taught right from day one.
Eligibility
B.Sc. (Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Allied Stream) or eq.
OECC after 1st Year |
To be finalized by UGC and ICAR. |
OECC after 2nd Year |
To be finalized by UGC and ICAR. |
Financial Assistance :- |
Candidates may apply for Fee reimbursement under various Central or State Govt. schemes subject to eligibility conditions and compliance of prescribed terms and conditions of the relevant granting agency.
Fee reimbursement upto ₹ 60,000/- for APST candidates having family income less than ₹ 2,50,000/- (Two Lakhs Fifty Thousand) per annum under the schemes offered by Central Govt./ State Govt. subject to compliance of prescribed terms and conditions. |
Career Path :- |
After completing M.Sc. (Extension), you'll have a strong background in agricultural education, communication, and outreach. This specialization prepares you for careers that involve working closely with farmers, communities, and organizations to disseminate knowledge, promote sustainable practices, and enhance agricultural development. Here are some potential career paths you can consider: |