The study was conducted in the state of Uttarakhand, with two purposively selected KVKs Dhakrani representing the plains region of Garhwal division and Bageshwarre presenting the hill region of Kumaon division. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 160 respondents from eight villages from both KVK. Finding of the study revealed that, majority of the beneficiaries had middle age group, educated up to higher secondary, medium family size, marginal land holding, medium media ownership, extension contact, information seeking behaviour and social participation. Findings regarding effectiveness revealed favourable perceptions towards training programmes, teaching & subject matter/ quality of scientists, physical facilities, advisory services & supplies and other supporting activities. | Farmers perception towards effectiveness of Krishi Vigyan Kendra KVKs A study in Uttarakhand India