Career Timeline
From graduate studies in 1987 to over three decades of scientific contribution in sericulture
Teaching Years
Research Years
Admin Years
Extension Years
M.Sc. (Agriculture) – Entomology
VNMKV, Parbhani
Completed postgraduate specialization in Agricultural Entomology, laying the scientific foundation for a career in sericulture and insect science.
Ph.D. in Entomology
VNMKV, Parbhani
Doctoral research on silkworm biology and hybrid evaluation, establishing expertise in Bombyx mori L. performance analysis.
Assistant Professor – Entomology
VNMKV, Parbhani
Began academic career in teaching and research at the Department of Agricultural Entomology.
Associate Professor – Entomology
VNMKV, Parbhani
Promoted to Associate Professor. Expanded research scope to include mulberry cultivation, silkworm hybrid evaluation, and technology transfer.
RKVY Research Project
Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India
Led the ₹36 Lakh RKVY-funded project on Silkworm Hybrid Cocoon Production across Marathwada region (2017–2021).
Central Silk Board Award
Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India
Received 2nd Prize for outstanding contribution to sericulture technology transfer and extension work.
Hybrid Recommendation Published
Scientific Journals
Published pivotal research recommending (CSR2×CSR27)×(CSR6×CSR26) for commercial cocoon production in Maharashtra.