| Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya | |
|---|---|
| Established | 1978 |
| Type | Public |
| Chancellor | Urmila Singh, Governor of Himachal Pradesh |
| Vice-Chancellor | S. K. Sharma |
| Undergraduates | 539 |
| Postgraduates | 268 |
| Location | Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, India |
| Campus | 6.49 km² |
| Website | http://www.hillagric.ernet.in |
Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (Hindi: चौधरी सरवन कुमार हिमाचल प्रदेश कृषि विश्वविद्यालय) or CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University (CSK HPKV) is an agricultural university at Palampur in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It was established in November 1978 as an expansion of the existing College of Agriculture established in May 1966. Hill agriculture is the focus of this university. The university is accredited by NBA (India's National Board of Accreditation) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).it is a very pristine place to stay in, and the atmosphere is such that it helps in nurturing talents from world over
Capital works investments for the university's land and facilities were provided by state government grants, and grants from the ICAR. In the 2004-05 academic year, approximately 63% of CSK HPKV's annual operating expenditure was funded by HP state government grants, and a further 29% covered by ICAR grants. The remaining funding came from fees collected and other sources.
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In addition to the research activities in college departments, the university has five advanced research centres at the main campus in Palampur:
There are eight Krishi Vigyan Kendras (Agricultural Science Centres) at Bajaura, Bara, Dhaulakuan, Kangra, Mandi, Una, Berthin and Kukumseri that conduct research and provide agricultural information to local farmers. In addition, there are five off-campus research and extension centres:
The university has released several varieties of cereals, pulses, vegetables, oilseeds, fodder and tea. It publishes several magazines and journals, both in English and Hindi. There is an Agricultural Technology Information Centre at the main entrance of the university.