The Directorate of Research serves as the backbone of SKUAST-Jammu, focusing on the generation and dissemination of innovative, location-specific technologies to address regional agricultural challenges. It ensures the planning, execution, and monitoring of research programmes to enhance productivity, sustainability, and resource management in agriculture and allied sectors.

Mandate

• To plan, execute, and manage research programmes of the University, focusing on basic, strategic, and applied research.
• To undertake location-specific research in all the Research Stations across Jammu division and monitor their activities for effective implementation and outcomes.
• To coordinate the implementation of research projects aimed at generating innovative technologies based on feedback from line departments.
• To frame policies, regulations, and guidelines related to Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).
• To facilitate the registration and technical support for Geographical Indication (G.I.) tagging of crops and products unique to the region.
• To formulate, implement, and monitor the seed production plan of the University through the Mega Seed Project.
• To ensure the physical and financial monitoring of ongoing research projects and evaluate completed projects through internal and external expert reviews.

Activities

• Organizing Research Council Meetings to discuss the progress of university funded research projects.
• Organizing training and workshops for facilitating interactions among scientists.
• Facilitating the implementation of externally funded research projects to ensure technology generation as per the requirements of Jammu region.
• Maintaining a comprehensive database of research projects, publications, and achievements.
• Strengthening the Mega Seed Project for the supply of quality seed to the development departments and farmers.
• Maintaining Technology Park at the University campus for showcasing ready-to-use technologies developed for capacity building of field staff, line departments, and farmers.
• Monitoring the activities and performance of research stations to ensure alignment with the University’s objectives.