| Pedigree | MS-5008 x NMK-3480 |
| Method of breeding/selection | Hybrid breeding |
| Method of propagation | Cross-pollination |
| Year of release | 1997 |
| Developed by | MAHYCO, Jalna |
| Released at Central or State level | Central |
| Notified vide S.O. No. & date | 401(E), 15/5/1998 |
| Recommended ecology | All Inida |
| Special attributes | Moderately tolerant to wilt, Alternaria leaf blight and aphid |
| Average yield (kg/ha) | 2200 (irrigated) |
| Oil Content(%) | 28 |
| Days to maturity | 120-125 |
| Days to 50% flowering | 84-86 |