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
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:
- 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.
- Local Micro-climate: Positioned between the agricultural hubs of Nadipally and Suddapally villages within the Dichpally Mandal.
- 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:
- Triple-Season Cropping: Local farmers leverage an elite, diversified three-season cropping system, unique in its continuous annual productivity.
- 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
- 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 |
(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 |




