University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya

At University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya (UAS Mandya), we embrace the power of knowledge, regional empowerment, and sustainable farming. Rooted in the rich agricultural legacy of the Old Mysuru region, our university aims to be the catalyst for a new era of innovation and growth in agri-education.

Founded as the historic College of Agriculture at V.C. Farm in 1991, UAS Mandya has been nurturing agricultural talent for over three decades—offering B.Sc. (Agri.), diploma, and extension-focused programs to uplift our rural youth.

In early 2025, the Karnataka State Cabinet formally approved the establishment of the new agricultural university at the V.C. Farm campus—marking a long-awaited step toward regional agricultural advancement. Envisioned on the model of Shivamogga University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, UAS Mandya will unite the College of Agriculture (Mandya), College of Agriculture (Hassan), College of Agriculture (Chamarajanagar), College of Forestry (Ponnampet), and the College of Horticultural Sciences (Mysuru) under its banner. Its jurisdiction will cover the districts of Mysuru, Mandya, Hassan, Chamarajanagar, and Kodagu

Vishweshwaraiah Canal (V.C) Farm Mandya-Melkote, Road, Mandya, Karnataka 571405
support@uasmandya.edu.in
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About UAS Mandya

New Horizons in Agricultural Education

The University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya (UAS Mandya) is deeply rooted in the agricultural heritage of the Old Mysuru region, carrying forward a legacy of visionary leadership, pioneering research, and regional empowerment.

Our story begins with Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar (1902–1940), the Maharaja of Mysore, honored by Mahatma Gandhi with the title “Rajashri.” Recognizing the lifeblood of agriculture in water, he initiated the construction of the Krishnarajasagar (KRS) Dam, which transformed Mandya’s paddy fields and laid the foundation for prosperity. His establishment of the University of Mysore (1916) and the Sugarcane Research Station at V.C. Farm (1931) reflected his enduring commitment to education and agricultural advancement.

Supporting this vision was Sir M. Visvesvaraya, Diwan of Mysore and India’s legendary engineer, who served as the chief architect of the KRS Dam. His principle of “Industrialize or Perish” spurred the growth of the sugar industry in Mandya. The irrigation canals from the KRS Dam brought Cauvery waters to V.C. Farm, initially known as the Irwin Nala Region (1945), later renamed the Visvesvaraya Nala Region. Since then, the campus has been popularly known as Visvesvaraya Canal Farm (V.C. Farm).

The foundations of modern agricultural research in Mandya were further strengthened by Dr. Leslie C. Coleman, a renowned Canadian plant pathologist and the first Director of Agriculture in Mysore. Under his guidance, the Agricultural Research Station at V.C. Farm was established, introducing scientific methods and modern technologies to farming communities.

Another towering figure was Dr. C.H. Lakshmanaiah, affectionately called “Ragi Brahma.” By crossing Indian and African ragi varieties, he developed the celebrated INDAF series, earning the title “Ragi Lakshmanaiah.” His pioneering work provided the scientific base for the Agricultural College at Mandya and the eventual establishment of UAS Mandya.

The V.C. Farm campus, spread across 650 acres (with 450 acres of fertile, irrigated land), has long been a hub of agricultural innovation. Water from the Cauvery River, drawn through the Visvesvaraya Canal, sustains its fields, supplemented by farm ponds, borewells, and open wells. Originally founded as a Sugarcane Research Station, the campus today houses three major wings:

Education: Agricultural College
Research: Regional Agricultural Research Station
Extension: Krishi Vigyan Kendra

A historic milestone was reached on 15th September 1991, when the foundation stone for the Agricultural College was laid on the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya. Initially affiliated with the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, the college evolved into a cornerstone of agricultural education in Mandya.

The journey culminated on 24th April 2025, when the Government of Karnataka formally approved the establishment of the University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya at the V.C. Farm campus, fulfilling a long-cherished aspiration of the Mysuru revenue district. Carved out of the jurisdictions of UAS Bengaluru and the Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, Shivamogga, the newly constituted university unites key academic and research institutions under one banner.

Today, UAS Mandya’s jurisdiction spans the districts of Mandya, Mysuru, Hassan, Chamarajanagar, and Kodagu, positioning it as a dynamic hub for agricultural education, research, innovation, and grassroots outreach in southern Karnataka. With a comprehensive suite of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programs, the university remains committed to nurturing talent, empowering rural youth, strengthening farming communities, and fostering sustainable livelihoods.

Vision

Committed to empowering farmers and transforming the agricultural landscape, the university strives to achieve global excellence through high quality education, advanced research, innovative technologies, and dynamic extension initiatives.

Mission

Adopt quality teaching and management practices to prepare graduates who meet contemporary market needs.
Integrate modern scientific knowledge, practical skills, and experiential learning to develop competent human resources.
Develop technologies that benefit agriculture-based industries and other stakeholders.
Advance region-specific and climate-resilient technologies through modern agricultural research, in collaboration with national and international institutions.
Promote natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, and eco-friendly farming practices.
Strengthen extension systems and facilitate the adoption of new technologies, while creating effective market linkages.