Agricultural College, Nizamabad

Parent Organization : Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University – PJTAU

Name of the College :Agricultural College, Dichpalle, Nizamabad

Name of the Associate Dean : Dr. Satelli Naveen Kumar

Year of Establishment of College : 22.10.2025 (G.O. Ms.No.142, Dated:22.10.2025 of the APC & Secretary to Government, Telangana)

Courses Offered : B. Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture

College Address : Agricultural College, Dichpalle, Nizamabad District 503 175, Telanaga, INDIA

Contact Details : 9949690459 (P) & 8333818374, adagcnzb@pjtau.edu.in

About the College

A Premier Constituent College of Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU), Telangana

Sanctioned under G.O. M.S No. 142 (dated October 22, 2025) by the Government of Telangana, the Agricultural College, Dichpally marks a milestone achievement as the 9th constituent Agricultural College of the prestigious Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU).

The institution was founded to anchor the future of agri science in the Northern Telangana Zone, a region globally recognized for its vibrant, highly productive, and diversified agro-ecosystems. By seamlessly integrating elite academic programs, cutting-edge agrarian research, and high-impact rural extension services, the college acts as a vital catalyst for regional economic growth and sustainable farming innovation.

Strategic Location & Global Connectivity

Nestled in the economically pivotal, erstwhile Nizamabad District, the campus enjoys a premium, high-connectivity location designed for collaborative research and regional outreach:

  1. Geographic Placement: Situated at 18.61410˚N latitude and 78.21652˚E longitude, occupying a scenic landscape in the South-West parts of the Telangana University (TU) campus.
  2. Local Micro-climate: Positioned between the agricultural hubs of Nadipally and Suddapally villages within the Dichpally Mandal.
  3. Corridor Connectivity: Strategically located directly on National Highway 44 (NH 44), creating a seamless transit and knowledge-sharing gateway connecting Telangana to Maharashtra (North) and Karnataka (West).

Regional Agricultural Advantages:

The institution is uniquely positioned to address the specialized needs of an exceptionally fertile agrarian zone characterized by:

  1. Triple-Season Cropping: Local farmers leverage an elite, diversified three-season cropping system, unique in its continuous annual productivity.
  2. Water Abundance: The region is anchored by vast surface water reserves, sustained reliably by two iconic state irrigation lifelines: The Sri Ram Sagar Project on Godavari River & The Nizam Sagar Project on Manjeera River
  3. Master Plan & State-of-the-Art Infrastructure

    Spanning an expansive, resource-rich 116 acres and 15 guntas, the upcoming campus is meticulously zoned into a world-class educational and community ecosystem:

    S.No Zones Target Facilities & Infrastructure
    I Academic & Innovation High-tech Academic and Administrative Blocks, specialized Seminar Halls, and a state-of-the-art Auditorium.
    II Student Welfare & Life Premium, independent Residential Hostels (Boys & Girls), a multi-discipline Sports Complex, and a fully equipped Wellness Centre.
    III Applied Research & Production Expansive Instructional Farms and advanced Agricultural Production Units designed for experiential learning and regional research.
    IV Community Engagement A modern Farmers Meeting Hall and dedicated Farm Produce Sale Points to bridge the gap between scientific innovation and the public marketplace.

    Associate Dean

    Name : Dr. Satelli Naveen Kumar

    Designation : Associate Dean

    Educational Qualification : MSc & PhD (Agricultural Extension Education) and MSc (Mass Communication and Journalism)

    Date of Birth : 09.07.1976

    Address of correspondance : Agricultural CollegeDichpalleNizamabad District 503175 TELANGANA

    Contact : 9949690459 (P) & 8333818374 (O)

    E-Mail : adagcnzb@pjtau.edu.in

    Educational Qualifications

    S.No. Degree University Year of Joining Year of Passing
    1 B.Sc (Ag) ANGRAU,
    Hyderabad-30
    November, 1995 July, 2000
    2 M.Sc (Ag) ANGRAU,
    Hyderabad-30
    2001 December, 2002
    3 Ph.D ANGRAU,
    Hyderabad-30
    2003 November, 2008
    4 PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication Bhavans University Rajendraprasad Institute of Communication and Management, Mumbai 2005 September, 2006
    Details of Place of work from the date of appointment in the University

    (Since 26.10.2006 onwards to till date)

    S.No. Designation Work Details Place From To Remarks
    1 Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) KVK, Rudrur 26.10.2006 07.09.2011 EXTENSION & TEACHING
    2 Assistant Professor & Head Dept. of Agricultural Extension AG College, Polasa, Jagtial 08.09.2011 20.02.2014 TEACHING
    3 Scientist (Agricultural Extension) NARP Scheme RARS, Polasa, Jagtial 21.02.2014 26.07.2017 RESEARCH, EXTENSION & TEACHING
    4 Vice Principal and Sr. Scientist (Agril. Extension) FAC APT & RARS Polasa, Jagtial 09.01.2017 26.07.2017 TEACHING & EXTENSION
    5 Sr. Scientist & Coordinator DAATTC, Nizamabad 27.07.2017 16.12.2020 EXTENSION & TEACHING
    6 Principal & Sr. Scientist & Coordinator APT & DAATTC, Malthummeda 07.10.2020 16.12.2020 TEACHING & EXTENSION
    7 Sr. Scientist & Programme Coordinator KVK, Rudrur 17.12.2020 04.09.2023 EXTENSION & TEACHING
    8 Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) KVK, Bhadradri Kothagudem 06.09.2023 15.07.2025 EXTENSION
    9 Professor Dept. of Agricultural Extension Education (DAEE) College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 30 17.07.2025 23.10.2025 TEACHING
    10 Associate Dean Agricultural College, Dichpalle Nizamabad District 24.10.2025 Till date TEACHING

    TOTAL SERVICE AS ON DATE: 235 Months/19.6 Years

    Division Designation Place From To Duration
    TEACHING Asst. Professor AG College, Polasa, Jagtial 08.09.2011 20.02.2014 2 yrs 6 Months
    Vice Principal APT Polasa, Jagtial 09.01.2017 26.07.2017 7 Months
    Principal APT, Malthummeda 07.10.2020 16.12.2020 2 Months
    Professor CoA, R’Nagar
    Hyderabad
    17.07.2025 23.10.2025 3 Months
    Associate Dean AGC, Dichpalle
    Nizamabad
    24.10.2025 Till date
    RESEARCH Scientist – (AES) NTZ Agricultural Extension
    RARS, Polasa, Jagtial
    21.02.2014 26.07.2017 3 yrs 6 Months
    EXTENSION KVK, Rudrur KVK, Rudrur 26.10.2006 07.09.2011 4 yrs 10 Months
    Sr. Scientist & Coordinator DAATTC, Nizamabad 27.07.2017 16.12.2020 3 yrs 5 Months
    Sr. Scientist & Programme Coordinator KVK, Rudrur 17.12.2020 04.09.2023 2 yrs 8 Months
    Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) KVK,
    Bhadradri Kothagudem
    06.09.2023 15.07.2025 1 yr 11 Months