Socio-personal and ICT engagement factors among postgraduate students of Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have significantly transformed educational environments, offering new possibilities for learning and collaboration. However, their effectiveness differs among students due to socio-personal and ICT engagement factors. This study evaluated these factors among postgraduate students at Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) in Andhra Pradesh. Conducted during 2022-2023 with an ex-post facto research design, the study involved students from the university's colleges of Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering & Technology, and Community Sciences. A total of 120 students were selected using proportionate random sampling. Data on socio-personal and ICT engagement factors were gathered through an interview schedule and analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean, standard deviation, frequency, and percentage. The results showed a higher representation of female students and a medium level of ICT tool knowledge. Although students exhibit high awareness of ICT services, they underutilized these tools for academic purposes. ICTs were primarily used for online lectures and entertainment, with minimal engagement in formal online courses. The study recommends enhancing advanced ICT training, improving resource accessibility, and better integrating ICT into educational frameworks. Future research should assess the effectiveness of these interventions and develop strategies to maximize ICT's impact on postgraduate academic success.