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About University


Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu is a multi-campus University with its headquarters located at Chatha, Jammu, India. The University has extensive infrastructure within its jurisdiction and command. The main campus at Chatha is spread over 578 acres. The Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Horticulture & Forestry, and School of Biotechnology are located at Chatha. Whereas, the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry and the Faculty of Dairy Technology are situated in R.S. Pura. There are eight Research Stations/Sub-stations and nine Farm Science Centers (Krishi Vigyan Kendra) in the University which are located in different agro-climatic zones of the Jammu region for catering to the location-specific needs of the farming community. The university pursues a high standard of location-specific and problem-solving research through research projects funded by various central, state, and other funding agencies. The inception of high-tech infrastructure involving computer-based facilities, internet connectivity, and modern administrative dispensation are vital characteristics of this University. The University has highly structured infrastructure facilities in terms of buildings, laboratories, lecture rooms, instructional and research farms, modern instruments/equipment, farm machinery, transport, and library facilities. It has distinguished and qualified faculty positioned at all the campuses and regional research stations.

Mission

The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Jammu aspires to become a leading Agriculture University in India with the mandate of serving the people of Jammu division, the UT and the Nation.

Mandate

  • Advancement of education in Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Sciences and other allied sectors.
  • Conduct basic, strategic and applied research in Agriculture and allied sectors.
  • Dissemination of knowledge and technology to the farming community.
  • Collaborate with National and International organisations for enhancing the knowledge expertise and excellence for the well being of the people of Jammu and Kashmir in particular and the country in general.