This paper focuses the capacity building of 167 young extension functionaries of Odisha state by means of organizing a series of 8 training programmes on "New Dimensions In Agricultural Extension Management" during 2014-15 at EEI Good Learning effectiveness of the learners by means of gain in knowledge and skills acquired with appropriately designed and administered instrument was the major outcome of the paper. Besides recommending few methods for enhancing the effectiveness of the new extension dimensions, the paper also provides a suitable training module for any agricultural training institution for the capacity building of extension functionaries in this area. Inclusion of additional sessions on soft skills in the training design for better extension services added greater value to the training, as expressed by the trainees.

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