International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Jadhav Balaji A, SB Goudappa, Shashidhara KK, Krishnamurthy B, J Tulshiram, VB Wali and BG Koppalkar

abstract
The present study aimed to develop a standardized scale to assess the managerial efficiency of Senior Scientists and Heads of Krishi Vigyan Kendra's (KVKs). Initially, key dimensions were identified through an extensive review of literatures, including research papers, conference proceedings, and web-based resources, along with discussions with KVK professionals and stakeholders. This process led to the formulation of 62 items across ten conceptual dimensions. After critical review by an advisory committee, 44 items were retained. To ensure content validity, the 44 items were circulated among 120 subject matter experts from institutions such as ICAR, SAUs, NAARM, CRIDA, IIHR, MANAGE, IIMR, and KVKs. Experts rated each item on a three-point continuum—Most Relevant (3), Relevant (2), and Less Relevant (1). A total of 62 responses were received, and Relevancy Scores, Relevancy Weightages, and Mean Relevancy Scores were calculated for each item. For item analysis, responses were collected from a non-sample area. The summated scores for each respondent were arranged in descending order. The top 25% (high group) and bottom 25% (low group) were selected for statistical comparison. A ‘t’-test was conducted to determine each item's discriminating power. Following the standard rule, items with a ‘t’-value of 1.75 or higher were retained. Based on this analysis, 34 items were finalized for the scale. The resulting scale is a valid and reliable tool to measure managerial efficiency in agricultural extension settings, supporting better training, evaluation, and policy decisions.