Dr. Nilim Kalita
Faculty Profile • AAU

Dr. Nilim Kalita

Junior Scientist
nilim.kalita [at] aau.ac.in Joined: 20 Jan, 2009 In-charge AAU-CPCRS Guest House
105
Publications
9
Projects
6
Degrees
4
Career Milestones
9
Honours & Awards
Academic Background

Education & Career Milestones

Educational Qualifications
B.Sc. (Agri)
1994
Assam Agricultural University
M.Sc.(Agri)
1996
Assam Agricultural University
Specialization: Soil Science
PhD
2021
Assam Agricultural University
Specialization: Soil Science
Other Qualifications
2004
ICAR-NET
Other Qualifications
2001
Certificate of Information System Management
Employment History
Farm Manager
20-01-2009 – 16-08-2011
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, AAU
Karimganj
Subject Matter Specialist
17-08-2011 – 25-01-2014
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, AAU
Barpeta
Subject Matter Specialist
26-01-2014 – 31-10-2021
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, AAU
Karbi Anglong
Junior Scientist
01-11-2021 – Till date
AAU-Citrus and Plantation Crops Research Station
Tinsukia
Research & Scholarship
Scholarly Publications 105 Total Records
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Nilim Kalita; Nilay Borah; Samiran Dutta; Kulendra Nath Das; Bhabesh Gogoi (2026). Assessment of soil erodibility under different land use systems in the hill region of Assam, India, Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, India, 25(1), 9–14
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Prakshipta Boruah; Krishna Bharadwaj; Shourov Dutta; Priyadi Nunisa; Nilim Kalita (2026). Adlay: A multifunctional millet of the Assam hills, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research , 10(2), 1034–0 DOI: 10.33545/26174693.2026.v10.i2Sm.7774
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Nilim Kalita; Samiron Dutta; Dhrubajyoti Nath; Bhabesh Gogoi; Kulendra Nath Das (2025). Land Use Effects on Soil Biological Properties in the Hill Ecosystems of Assam, Eastern Himalayan Region of India, Environment and Ecology , 43(3), 771–779 DOI: https://doi.org/10.60151/envec/NFGC8390
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Nilim Kalita; Bijit Saud; Monuj Gogoi; Jahnabi Hazarika; Raaj Kumar Kakoti (2025). Effect of Green Manuring and Nutrient Management on Soil Fertility, Growth and Yield Sustainability of Assam Lemon (Citrus limon L. Burm.) Orchards, Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition , 11(2), 225–231 DOI: https://doi.org/10.9734/ajsspn/2025/v11i2523
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Nilim Kalita; Prakhsipta Baruah; Subal Maibangsa; Sanjib Bhuyan; Bhabesh Gogoi; Ranjit Kumar Saud (2025). Response of Transplanted Rice to Seedling Root-dip in Phosphorus and Biofertilizer Slurry in Acid Soils of North East India-A Participatory Assessment in Farmers' Field, Indian Journal of Agricultural Research, 59(5), 719–724 DOI: 10.18805/IJARe.A-6127
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Nilim Kalita; S Dutta; K N Das; K Kurmi; D K Patgiri (2023). Impact of different land uses on soil organic carbon stock in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, India., Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, 22(1), 15–22
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Sanjib Bhuyan; Nilim Kalita; D Bora; C R Deka; Ranjit Saud; Subal Maibangsa (2022). Farmers’ Preference and Adoption of Rice Varieties Grown in Hill Region of Assam Based on Varietal Attributes., Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology , 40(11), 455–463 DOI: DOI: 10.9734/AJAEES/2022/v40i111731
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Nilim Kalita; Shourov Dutta; Lohit Kataky; Subal Maibangsa; Sanjib Bhuyan; Manoronjan Neog (2022). Effect of mulch types on soil moisture, soil fertility, growth and yield of pineapple (Ananas comosus) in hill zone of Assam, Annals of Plant and Soil Research, 24(3), 391–395 DOI: https://doi.org/10.47815/apsr.2022.10181
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N Kalita; P Baruah; S Bhuyan; RK Saud; S Maibangsa (2021). Maize Yield Response to Zinc Fertilization in Farmer’s Field under Rainfed Condition in Hill Region of Assam, Eastern Himalayan Region, International Journal of Plant & Soil Science, 33(24), 556–562
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S Paul; TK Das; R Pharung; S Ray; N Mridha; N Kalita; V Ralte; S Borthakur; RR Burman; AK Tripathi; AK Singh (2020). Development of an Indicator Based Composite Measure to Assess Livelihood Sustainability of Shifting Cultivation Dependent Ethnic Minorities in the Disadvantageous Northeastern Region of India., Ecological Indicators, 110(0), 105934–0
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S Dutta; N Kalita; S Maibangsa (2020). Effect of organic source of nutrients in growth and yield parameters of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, International Journal of Chemical Studie, 8(5), 1910–1913
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N Kalita; S Maibangsa (2020). Soil Fertility Evaluation of Rice Soils of Lumbajong Block of Karbi Anglong District under Hill Zone of Assam through Nutrient Indexing, An Asian Journal of Soil Science, 15(2), 75–79
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N Kalita; S Bhuyan; S Maibangsa; RK Saud (2019). Effect of Biofertilizer Seed Treatment on Growth, Yield and Economics of Toria (Brassica Campestris L.) under Rainfed Condition in Hill Zone of Assam, Current Agriculture Research Journal, 7(3), 332–336
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N Kalita; S Maibangsa; S Bhuyan; RK Saud (2019). On Farm Assessment of Foliar Application of Urea in Toria (Brassica Campestris L.) under Rainfed Condition in Hill Zone of Assam, International Journal of Agriculture Sciences, 11(15), 8865–8867
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N Kalita; S Bhuyan; HK Deva Nath; M Rongpharpi; P Amonge; P Basumatary; S Maibangsa (2019). Enhancing Rural Economy through Broom Grass Cultivation in Karbi Anglong District of Assam, Journal of Community Mobilization and Sustainable Development, 14(1), 160–162
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S Paul; AK Tripathi; R Roy Burman; M Panggam; SK Ray; N Kalita; R Vanlalduati; AK Singh (2017). Jhum Cultivation and its Consequences on Forest and Environment in Eastern Himalayan Tract of India: A Participatory Assessment, Range Mgmt. & Agroforestry, 38(1), 121–126
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H Sarma; R Sarma; AK Sarma; GK Upamanya; N Kalita (2014). Yield Gap Analysis of Toria (Brassica capestris) in Barpeta District of Assam, Indian Res. J. Ext. Edu, 14(2), 131–133
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N Kalita (2013). Biological Enhancement of Phosphorus Use Efficiency, Agrobios Newsletter, 12(7), 34–35
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GK Upamanya; N Kalita; R Sarma (2013). Report of Spilosoma oblique on Banana Plantations at Barpeta, Assam, Insect Environment, 19(1), 31–31
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GK Upamanya; N Kalita; R Sarma (2013). Biological Management of Rice Stem Borer in the Farmers Field of Assam, Insect Environment, 19(1), 73–76
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GK Upamaya; N Kalita; R Sarma (2013). Incidence of Swarming Caterpillar in Winter Paddy in Barpeta District of Assam, Insect Environment, 19(3), 171–172
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N Kalita (2013). Foliar Feeding of Plant Nutrients, Agrobios Newsletter, 12(2), 49–50
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N Kalita (2012). Cyanobacteria –a Potential Biofertilizer for Rice., Agrobios Newsletter, 11(6), 38–39
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N Kalita (2012). Management of Phosphate Fertilizer in Wetland Rice Cultivation, Agrobios Newsletter, 11(2), 16–17
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DJ Nath; R Baruah; B Ozah; N Kalita (2010). Delineation of Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria from Rhizospheres of Different Crops of Assam, Journal of the Indian Society of Soil Science, 58(4), 403–408
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J. K. Dey; N. Kalita (2008). Rejuvenation of Abandoned Jhum Land in the Hill Region of Karbi Anglong District in Assam, Agropedology, 18(2), 93–97
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Kalita, N.; Maibangsa, S.; Bhuyan, S. and Saud, R.K. (2023). Foliar Application of Urea in Toria (Brassica campestris L.) under Rainfed Condition - A Participatory Assesement in Hill Zone of Assam, in: Iriti, M.; (Ed.), Emerging Issues in Agricultural Sciences Vol. 3(DOI: 10.9734/bpi/eias/v3), B P International, India: Guest House Road, Street no - 1/6, Hooghly, West Bengal, India, UK: 27 Old Gloucester Street London WC1N 3AX, UK, pp 116–125, ISBN: ISBN 978-81-19217-31-1 (P.
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Kalita, N. (2021). Rasayanik Saaror Srenibibhag aru Proyog Podhoti, in: Borah, R.J.; (Ed.), Hat Puthi for the Agricultural Input Dealer, Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, pp 19–25, ISBN: -.
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Sarmah, A.K.; Upamanya, G.K. and Kalita, N. (2013). Dhan Khetir bijnansanmot krishi pradhroti, in: Das, R.N.; (Ed.), Amar Asom, Amar Krishok, Amar Beej Nigam, Assam Seed Corporation, Barpeta, pp 1–14, ISBN: -.
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Gogoi, B.; Baishya, A.; Deori, B.; Kalita, B.; Paul, S.; Kalita, N. and Borah, N. (2010). Soil Productivity and Potato Yield Improvement by Mulching and Integrated Supply of Nutrients in Acid Soils of Assam, in: Arora, S.; Swami, S.; Bhan, S.; (Eds.), Natural Resource Management for Climate Smart Sustainable Agriculture,, Soil Conservation Society of India, New Delhi, pp 34–43, ISBN: ISBN: 978-81-909228-8-3.
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Kalita, N. (2021). Assesment of Soil Quality under Different Land Uses in Hill Region of Assam. PhD thesis submitted to Soil Science, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (1996). Isolation and Screening of Efficient Azospirillum sp. for Nitrogen Fixation from Rice Field Soils of Upper Brahmaptra Valley Zone of Assam. M.Sc thesis submitted to Soil Science, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Borbaruah, P.; Kakoti, R.K.; Saud, B.K.; Deka, S.; Kalita, N.; Gogoi, M. and Hazarika, J. (2026). Efficacy of different Repellents against Citrus Fruit Sucking Moth, National Seminar on Sustainable Agri-Horti Systems: Bridging the gap between Tradition and Innovation, College of Agriculture, CAU (Imphal), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh , College of Agriculture, CAU (Imphal), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh in Collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad , Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, Vol. 0(0), 272 - .
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Hazarika, J.; Gogoi, M.; Borbaruah, P.; Kakoti, R.K.; Saud, B.K. and Kalita, N. (2026). Identification and Evaluation of Elite Khasi Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) Genotypes in the Barekuri Region of Assam, National Seminar on Sustainable Agri-Horti Systems: Bridging the gap between Tradition and Innovation, College of Agriculture, CAU (Imphal), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh , College of Agriculture, CAU (Imphal), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh in Collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad , Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, Vol. 0(0), 75 - .
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Kalita, N.; Gogoi, M.; Kakoti, R.K.; Saud, B.K. and Bordoloi, P.K. (2026). Productivity and yield gap of toria (var. TS-38)- A Cluster-Based Analysis in Tinsukia district of Assam, National Oilseed Conference-2026 on “Edible Oil Security for Atmanirbhar Bharat” , ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi , Society for Rapeseed-Mustard Research, Bharatpur , Bharatpur , Vol. 0(0), 242 - .
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Borah, S.R.; Bhattacharya, S.; Borah, R.; Boruah, M.; Konwar, M.J.; Saikia, R.; Hussain, S.; Kalita, N. and De, P.C. (2023). Recent Technological Developments in Direct Seeded Rice for Climate Smart Agriculture , International conference on Next-Gen Preparedness for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat , Assam Agricultural University, India and Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research, Norway, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Kalita, N.; Borah, S.R.; Boruah, P. and Gogoi, B. (2023). Seedlings root dip in P-enriched slurry-a Phosphorus management strategy for rice in P deficient acid soils of Assam, International conference on Next-Gen Preparedness for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat , Assam Agricultural University, India and Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research, Norway, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Vol. 0(0), 44 - .
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Kakoti, R.K.; Gogoi, M.; Saud, B.K. and Kalita, N. (2023). Morpho-Physiochemical studies of Khasi Mandarin (Citrus reticulataBlanco) genotypes in Tinsukia district of Assam, India, Asian Citrus Congress-23 , CCRI, Nagpur , Indian Society of Citriculture, Nagpur, India, Vol. 0(0), 145 - .
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Kakoti, R.K.; Kalita, N.; Saud, B.K.; Gogoi, M. and Boruah, F. (2023). Genetic diversity of pummelo (Citrus grandis) germplasm in Assam, India, Asian Citrus Congress-23 , CCRI, Nagpur , Indian Society of Citriculture, Nagpur, India, Vol. 0(0), 147 - .
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Kalita, N.; Dutta, S.; Kataky, L.; Boruah, P.; Bhuyan, S.; Maibangsa, S. and Borah, N. (2021). Effect of Mulch Types on Soil Moisture, Soil Physico-Chemical Properties, Growth and yield of pine apple in Hill Slopes under Farmers' Field Condition, 30 thNational Web Conference on Soil and Water Management Technologies for Climate Resilience, Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability, Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology, Bhubaneswar , Soil Conservation Society of India, New Delhi
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Kalita, N.; Boruah, P.; Maibangsa, S. and Borah, N. (2021). Soil physico-chemical changes in different stages of Jhum cycle in Karbi Anglong district under hill region of Assam, 2nd Asian Web Conference on Managing Hill Resources and Diversities for Zero Hunger and Climate Resilience,, CPGS, Barapani, Meghalaya, India. , Soil Conservation Society of India, Meghalaya Chapter , New Delhi
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Kalita, ; N., ; Amonge, ; P., ; Bhuyan, ; S., ; Nath, D.; H.K., ; Maibangsa, and S., (2018). Soil Fertility Evaluation of Lumbajong Block of Karbi Anglong, Assam through Nutrient Index of Rice Soils, 27th National Conference on Sustainable Management of Soil and Water Resources for Doubling Farmers’ Income , AAU, Jorhat , Soil Conservation Society of India , New Delhi
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Amonge, ; P., ; Kalita, ; N., ; Nath, D.; H.K., ; Basumatary, ; P., ; Bhuyan, ; S., ; Maibangsa, and S, (2018). Agroforestry for sustaining soil productivity and livelihood security in NE Hill Region of India, 27th National Conference on Sustainable Management of Soil and Water Resources for Doubling Farmers’ Income , AAU, Jorhat , Soil Conservation Society of India , New Delhi
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Nath, D.; H.K., ; Kalita, ; N., ; Amonge, ; P., ; Maibangsa, and S., (2018). Studies on Incidence of Fungal Wilt of Kharif Sesame under different Cropping System in Karbi Anglong District of Assam, National Symposium on Plant Health Management : Embracing Eco-sustainable Paradigm, AAU, Jorhat , Indian Phytopathological Societ, New Delhi
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Kalita, N.; Maibangsa, S.; Bhuyan, S. and Gogoi, B. (2017). Evaluation of gradient method of fertilizer application in kharif maize (Zea mays) in hill slope of Karbi Anglong district of Assam, National Conference on Natural Resource Management for Climate Smart Sustainable Agriculture, College of Post Graduate Studies, CAU, Meghalaya. , Soil Conservation Society of India, New Delhi
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A.K., S.; Sarma, ; H., ; Kalita, ; N., ; G.K, U.; Begum, ; T.S., ; Sarma, ; R., ; Kalita, and H.K, (2012). Performance of Paddy Variety Joymati under Post Flood Condition in Barpeta District of Assam, National Seminar on Climate Change and Climate Resilient Agriculture , B.N. College of Agriculture, AAU , Agromet Advisory Services, Sonitpur, B.N. College of Agriculture, AAU
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G.K., U.; Sarma, ; R., ; Kalita, ; H.K., ; Kalita, ; N., ; A.K., S.; Sarma, and H, (2012). Changing Insect Pest Scenario in the Rice Ecosystem in Post Flood Conditio, National Seminar on Climate Change and Climate Resilient Agriculture , B.N. College of Agriculture, AAU , Agromet Advisory Services, Sonitpur, B.N. College of Agriculture, AAU
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Baruah, T.; Kalita, N.; Choudhury, M. and Thakuria., K. (2008). Studies on Direct and Residual Effects of Liming Materials on Nutrient Availability and Crop Yield in Rapeseed-Greengram System in Acid Soils of Upper, National Seminar on Sustainable Management of Acidic Soils for Higher Crop Productivity , College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh , College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
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Kalita, N.; Baruah, T.; Choudhury, M.; Saharia, P.; Baruah, H. and Dutta, S. (2008). Evaluation of Seasonal Application of Lime Sludge on soil Properties and Crop Productivity in Green gram-Rapeseed Sequence in North Bank Plain Zone of, National Seminar on Sustainable Management of Acidic Soils for Higher Crop Productivity , College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh , College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
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Baruah, T.; Kalita, N.; Choudhury, M. and Thakuria., K. (2008). Characterization of Acid Soils of Upper Brahmaputra Valley Zone of Assam and Evaluation of Different Lime Requirement Methods, National Seminar on Sustainable Management of Acidic Soils for Higher Crop Productivity , College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh , College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
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Borbora, ; A.C., ; Hazarika, ; T.K., ; Bora, ; S.C., ; Medhi, ; B.K., ; Kakoti, ; R.K., ; Hussain, ; S., ; Kalita, and N., (2007). Effect of Rejuvenation Schedule on Declined Khasi Mandarin Orchards, 2nd Indian Horticultural Congress 2007 on Opportunities and Linkages for Horticulture Research and development (Focus: North East Region), ICAR complex for NE Region, Meghalaya and organized by The Horticultural Society of India, New Delhi. , The Horticultural Society of India, New Delhi.
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Bora, ; S.C., ; Medhi, ; B.K., ; Hazarika, ; T.K., ; Kalita, ; N., ; Bhattacharyya, ; D, ; Borbora, and A.C., (2007). Effect of Growth Regulators and Fungicides on Fruit Retention, Yield and Quality of Khasi Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco)- A Case Study of Tinsuki, 2nd Indian Horticultural Congress 2007 on Opportunities and Linkages for Horticulture Research and development (Focus: North East Region), ICAR complex for NE Region, Meghalaya , The Horticultural Society of India, New Delhi.
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Bhattacharyya, ; D, ; Medhi, ; B.K., ; Saikia, ; A.J., ; Kalita, ; N., ; Hazarika, ; T.K., ; Bora, ; S.C., ; Borbora, and A.C., (2007). Effect of Organic and Inorganic Amendments on Nutrient and Moisture Availability in Khasi Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) Orchards, 2nd Indian Horticultural Congress 2007 on Opportunities and Linkages for Horticulture Research and development (Focus: North East Region), ICAR complex for NE Region, Meghalaya , The Horticultural Society of India, New Delhi.
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Borah, R.; Kalita, N. and Sarmah, G. (2000). Studies. on Soil Microflora of Dipterocarpus Forest of Namdapha National Park, National Seminar on Biodiversity Conservation and Management with Special Emphasis on Biosphere Reserve., Bhopal , Environmental Planning & Coordination Organization, Bhopal, Vol. 0(0), 228 - 233.
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Kalita, N. (). Greesmakalin Saak Pacholit Mati aru Saaror Byobosthapona (Soil and Fertilizer Management in Summer Vegetables), Ghare Pathare, 47(13), 3,4, Assam Agricultural University, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sasya Utpadonot Kathor Sair Byoharor Sombhaboniyota (Prospects of Wood Ash in Crop Production), Ghare Pathare, 47(10), 2,4, Assam Agricultural University, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sumthira Tenga Barit saaror Sontulit byobohar (Fertilizer Management in Khasi Mandarin Orchard) (Reprint), Ghare Pathare, 47(8), 2, Assam Agricultural University, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sasya Utpadonot Kholihoir Byobohar , Ghare Pathare, 47(5), 3, Assam Agricultural University, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sumthira Tenga Barit saaror Sontulit byobohar (Fertilizer Management in Khasi Mandarin Orchard), Ghare Pathare, 46(8), 2, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Krishikhetrot Nitrogen Jatio Saaror Sothik Byobohar, Ghare Pathare, 44(13), 2, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sasya Utpadonot Kholihoir Byohar , Ghare Pathare, 44(6), 4, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Banpanir Poroborti Xomoyot Krishibhumir Byobosthapona, Ghare Pathare, 43(18), 2, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Nitrogen Jatio Saaror Upajukta Bybohar (Efficient Use of Nitrogenous Fertilizers), Saar Batori, 43(2), 5-7, FAI, Kolkatta
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Kalita, N. (). Krishit Potash Jatio Saror Byobohar (Importance of Potassic Fertilizer in Agriculture), The Dainik Janmbhumi, 0(0), 8, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sak Pacholir Puli Utpadon (Commercial Production of Vegetable Seedlings), The Dainik Janmbhumi, 0(0), 7, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Foolkabir Utpadon Kaushal (Commercial Production of Cauliflower). , The Biweekly Ganadut, 0(0), 4, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sali Dhanot Lobo Loga Jaton (Post Planting Management of Sali Rice)., The Biweekly Ganadut, 0(0), 4, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Soroha Pok Niyantranor Byobostha (Management of Rice Hispa)., The Biweekly Ganadut, 0(0), 4, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sasyat Sar Proyog aru Proyojonia Nirdeshana (Some Guidelines for Application of Fertilizers), The Dainik Janmbhumi, 0(0), 8, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Pacholi Barit Gharote Toiari Keet Nashok Ousadhor Proyog (Use of some Homemade Insecticides in Vegetable Garden), The Dainik Janmbhumi, 0(0), 6, -, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Banakranto Dhanoni Potharor Krishi Byobosthapona (Management of Flood Affected Rice Field), Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 1, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sasya Utpadonot Kholihoir Byohar (Use of Oil cake in Crop Production), Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Matir Sasthya Rakhyat Krishakor Koroniya (Farmes’ Role in Soil Health Maintenance), Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Bhado Mahot Dhanoni Potharor Joton ( Post Planting Management Practices in Sali Paddy)., Asomiya Khabar, 0(0), 9, -, Guwahati
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Kalita, N. (). Dhan Khetit Louha Moulor Bisaktotar Somosya Aru Somadhan (Iron Toxicity in Sali Paddy and its Management) , Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sali Dhanot Apotrinor Somosya-Niyontronor Byobosthapona (Weed Management in Sali Paddy)., Asomiya Khabar, 0(0), 9, -, Guwahati
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Kalita, N. (). Salidhanor Khetit Saaror Byobosthapona (Fertilizer Management in Sali Paddy), Asomiya Khabar, 0(0), 9, -, Guwahati
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Kalita, N. (). Phosphorus Jatio Saaror Sohojlobhyota Bridhikarok Jivanusaaror Byobohar (PSB Biofertilizer for improving the Phosphatic Fertilizer Use efficiency)., Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Sali Dhanor Khetit Urea Saaror Upajukta Byobohar ( Efficient Use of Urea in Sali Rice)., Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Pator Rongor Porjyobekhan Kori Dhan Khetit Urear Proyog (Use of Leaf Colour Chart for efficient Management of Urea in Paddy), Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N. (). Matir Utpadonshilota bohauk ( Maintenance of Soil Productivity), Asomiya Khabar, 0(0), 9, -, Guwahati
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Kalita, N. (). Dharonshil Krishi Prodhotit Jibanusar (Role of Biofertilizer in Sustainable Agriculture)., Asomiya Khabar, 0(0), 7, , Guwahati
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Kalita, N. (). Dhankhetit Neela Seujia Selair Bybohar (Use of Blue Green Algae in Rice). , Ghare Pathare, 0(0), 3, AAU, Jorhat
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Kalita, N.; Kakoti, R.K.; Saud, B.K.; Gogoi, M.; Hazarika, J.; Borbaruah, P. and Pathak, K. (2026). Bohonkhyam Sashya Utpadonor Babey Prakritik Krishi Podhati ( in Assamese) (Bulletin No. AAU/DR/26/BU/963/2025-26). Assam Agricultural University, AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia
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Kakoti, R.K.; Kalita, N.; Saud, B.K.; Gogoi, M. and Hazarika, J. (2025). Kaju Badamor Utpadon Projukti (Production Technology of Cashewnut) (Assamese) (Bulletin No. AAU/DR/25/BU/875/2025-26). Assam Agricultural University, AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia
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Kakoti, R.K.; Saud, B.K.; Gogoi, M. and Kalita, N. (2023). Technology Inventory: AICRP Fruits). Bull No. AAU/DR/23/BU/689/2023-24(2023). AAU, AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia
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Kakoti, R.K.; Gogoi, M.K.; Kalita, N. and Saud, B.K. (2023). Tenga Jatio Sasyar Anistokari keet Potonga aru Rogor Niyantan kaushal (Assamese) Bull No. AAU/DR/23/BU/688/2023-24(2023). AAU, AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia
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Kalita, N.; Kakoti, R.K.; Saud, B.K. and Gogoi, M. (2023). Sumthira Tenga Bair Pusti Byobosthapone (Assamese) Bull No. AAU/DR/23/BU/687/2023-24. AAU, AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia
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Kakoti, R.K.; Kalita, N.; Gogoi, M. and Bora, M. (2022). Tenga Bagisar Joriote Udyug Bikashor Byobosthapona. AAU, CRS, Tinsukia
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Deka, S.; Mazumder, S.; Saud, B.; Kalita, N.; Gogoi, M.; Dutta, J.P. and Sehgal, M. (2022). Boigyanik Podhotire Nemu Tenga Kheti Koru Ahok. AAU, CRS, Tinsukia
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Deka, S.; Mazumder, S.; Bhairavi, K.S.; Kalita, N.; Gogoi, M.; Sehgal, M. and Chander, S. (2022). Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in Production and Protection of Citrus. AAU, CRS, Tinsukia
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Baruah, P.; Maibangsa, S. and Kalita, N. (2021). Scientific Cultivation Practices of Broom Grass (Thysanolaena maxima). Technical Bulletin No. AAU/KVK/KARB/NP/04/21/119.. AAU, Karbi Anglong
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Dutta, S.; Maibangsa, S.; Neog, M. and Kalita, N. (2021). Zero Energy Cool Chamber-A farmer’s friendly technology. Bull No. AAU/KARB/NP/24/21/142. . AAU, Karbi Anglong
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Kalita, N.; Maibangsa, S. and Bhuyan, S. (2020). Drought Management Strategies for Upland Rice Cultivation. Technical Bulletin No. AAU/KVK/KARB/NP/02/20/085.. AAU, Karbi Anglong
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Kataky, L.; Maibangsa, S.; Saud, R.K.; Doley, M.K. and Kalita, N. (2020). Integrated farming system - a boon for livelihood promotion in rain shadow areas of Karbi Anglong. Bull No. AAU/KVK/KARB/NP/07/20/107. . AAU, Karbi Anglong
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Maibangsa, S.; Kataky, L. and Kalita, N. (2019). Fall Army worm (Spodoptera frugiperda) – A Destructive Pest Detected in Karbi Anglong. Technical Bulletin No. AAU/KVK/KARB/NP/06/19/074.. AAU, Karbi Anglong
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Kalita, N. (2012). Organic Manures in Crop Production. , . CASA, Barpeta (Published under Resilient Livelihood and Sustainable Food Security Programme), Barpeta
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Nath, D.J.; Baruah, R. and Ozah, B. (2008). Azospirillum and Azotobacter Biofertilizers for Non-legume Crops. Bulletin No 01/2008.. AAU, Jorhat
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Nath, D.J.; Baruah, R.; Ozah, B. and Kalita, N. (2008). Homestead Method of Azolla Cultivation. Bulletin No 04/2008. AAU, Jorhat
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Nath, D.J. and Baruah, R. (2008). Rhizobium Biofertilizers for Pulse Crops. Bulletin No 03/2008.. AAU, Jorhat
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Nath, D.J. and Baruah, R. (2008). Phosphate Solubilizing Biofertilizers. Bulletin No 02/2008. AAU, Jorhat
Sponsored Research
Research Projects 9 Projects
AICRP-Cashew, ICAR-DCR, Puttur, Karnataka Rs. 405054 Lakh
AICRP-Cashew_NEH Schme "Cashew Awareness Campaigns, Area Expansion programmes and distribution of small inputs to farmers
Implemented in 2024
ICAR
ICAR-AICRP (Fruits)
Implemented in 1976
Govt. of India Rs. 32.59800 Lakh
Oil palm cultivation and its future prospects in Assam (Module III)
Implemented in 2025
University Receipts, GIA-32 Rs. 200000 Lakh
Establishment of Plantation crops viz. Arecanut, Coconut, Coffee, Cocoa, Cashewnut & Cinnamon at AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia
Implemented in 2023
ICAR-DRMR, Bharatpur, Rajasthan Rs. 285000 Lakh
Mega Project on rapeseed-Mustard Value Chain Development Through Promotion of Scientific Cultivation in Assam
Implemented in 2023
AAU Rs. 13.64 Lakh
Reclamation of the contaminated agricultural lands due to coal mining activities in Assam
Implemented in 2023
Govt. of Assam Rs. 42.70 Lakh
Establishment of Natural farming and Organic Agriculture under R & D
Implemented in 2023
ICAR ATARI
Jhum Cultivation in North East Region under Climate Change Scenario: A Critical Analysis
Implemented in 2014
DBT, MST, GoI Rs. 31.75920 Lakh
Phytochemical characterization and nutrient profiling of germplasm diversity of Citrus species existing in North East Region
Implemented in 2021
Recognition & Accolades
Achievements & Honours 9 Honours
Qualified NET in Soil Science (2004)
A certified Master Trainer for Organic Grower under Agricultural Skill Council of India confronting to National Skill Qualification Framework Level- 4. (2019)
Involved in implementation of Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) implemented by Soil Conservation Department in the district of Barpeta as WDT member
Acted as co-investigator in ICAR sponsored project on “Jhum Cultivation in North East Region under Climate Change Scenario: A Critical Analysis”.
Best Paper Award in National Seminar on Potential, Prospects and Strategies for Doubling Farmers Income : Multistakeholders Convergence, held at CVSc, AAU, Khanapara, (Nov. 09-11, 2017) organized by MOBILIZATION (2017)
Best poster award in National Conference on Natural Resource Management for Climate Smart Sustainable Agriculture organized by Soil Conservation Society of India at College of Post Graduate Studies, CAU, Meghalaya. (2017)
Best Poster Award in 2nd Asian Web Conference on Managing Hill Resources and Diversities for Zero Hunger and Climate Resilience, Soil Conservation Society of India, Meghalaya Chapter February 12-13, 2021, Barapani, Meghalaya, India (2021)
Best Paper Award in 30 th National Web Conference on "Soil and Water Management Technologies for Climate Resilience, Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability" 14-16, December, 2021 organized by Soil Conservation Society of India (2021)
REVIEWER of many internationally reputed peer-reviewed Journals like- International Journal of Plant & Soil Sciences, Bioinfo Publications, Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology, Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture & Forestry, etc.
Learned Societies
Professional Memberships 4 Societies
Indian Society of Soil Science
Life Member
Soil Conservation Society of India
Life Member
Society for Community Mobilization for Sustainable Development (MOBILIZATION),New Delhi
Life Member
Assam Horticultural Society
Life Member
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Dr. Nilim Kalita

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AAU Joining Date: 20 Jan, 2009
Additional Charge: In-charge AAU-CPCRS Guest House
Research Stations 57
AAU-Zonal Research Station, Diphu AAU-Zonal Research Station, Shillongani AAU-Zonal Research Station, North Lakhimpur AAU-Zonal Research Station, Gossaigaon AAU-Assam Rice Research Institute, Titabar AAU-Zonal Research Station, Sribhumi AAU-Horticulture Research Station, Kahikuchi AAU-Citrus and Plantation Crops Research Station, Tinsukia AAU-Sugarcane, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research Station, Buralikson Directorate of Research (Agriculture) Advanced Centre for Integrated Farming Systems Research, AICRP on IFS, AAU AICRP on Irrigation Water Management, AAU, Jorhat AICRP Dry Land Agriculture AICRP on Women In Agriculture, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Agro Forestry, AAU-HRS, Kahikuchi AICRP on Agro Meteorology, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Biological Control, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Rabi Pulses, AAU-ZRS, Shillongani AICRP on Fruits, AAU-CPCRS, Tinsukia AICRP on Fruits, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Farm Implements & Machinery, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Floriculture, AAU-HRS, Kahikuchi AICRP on Forage Crops, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on GM crops (Banana), AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Honey Bees and Pollinators AICRP on Integrated Farming System, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Linseed, AAU-ZRS, Shillongani AICRP on Kharif Pulses, AAU-ZRS, Shillongani AICRP on Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (Betelvine), AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Mushroom, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Maize, AAU-ZRS, Gossaigaon AICRP on Micro & Secondary Nutrients and Pollutant Elements in Soils and Plants, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Nematode, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Seed (Crops), AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Potato, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Palm, AAU-HRS, Kahikuchi AICRP on Post Harvest Engineering Technology, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Rice, AAU-ARRI, Titabar AICRP on Rapeseed Mustard, AAU-ZRS, Shillongani AICRP on Soybean, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Sugarcane, AAU-SMAPRS, Buralikson AICRP on Spices, AAU-HRS, Kahikuchi AICRP on Small Millets, AAU-ZRS, Gossaigaon AICRP on Tuber Crops, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Vegetable, AAU, Jorhat AICRP on Wheat, AAU-ZRS, Shillongani AICRP on Weed control, AAU, Jorhat AINP on Agricultural Acarology, AAU, Jorhat AINP on Bio-fertilizer, AAU, Jorhat AINP on Economic Ornithology (VPM), AAU-ZRS, North Lakhimpur AINP on Jute and Allied Fibres, AAU-ZRS, Shillongani AICRP on Soil Test Crop Response, AAU, Jorhat AINP on PFDC, AAU-HRS, Kahikuchi AINP on Rodent Control (VPM) , AAU, Jorhat AINP on Soil Arthropod Pests, AAU, Jorhat ICR Farm AAU Horticulture Orchard