Dr Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry - YSPU

Dr Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry 

Established on December 1, 1985, Dr Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (YSPUHF) is a premier state university located in Nauni, Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Named after the first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, the university specializes in education, research, and extension in horticulture, forestry, and allied disciplines. It is recognized by UGC and affiliated with ICAR and ICFRE.

Admissions 2025

• Undergraduate Programs: B.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture, Forestry, and Biotechnology.

• Postgraduate Programs: M.Sc. in various specializations.

• Doctoral Programs: Ph.D. in Horticulture, Forestry, and related fields.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Undergraduate: 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in relevant subjects.

• Postgraduate: Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field with at least 60% marks.

• Doctoral: Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.

Admission Process: Admissions are based on merit and entrance exams conducted by the university. For detailed information, please refer to the official admission page.

Placement

YSPUHF has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that organizes personality development classes, career-oriented workshops, and coaching sessions for competitive exams. The university boasts a strong placement record, with top recruiters including Adani, ITC, PepsiCo, Bayer, DuPont, Ambuja, Tata Chemicals, and ICICI. The median salary for undergraduate students is approximately ₹3.75 LPA, while postgraduate students receive around ₹4.75 LPA.

Infrastructure and Facilities

• Campus Area: Spreads over 550 hectares with additional research stations.

• Hostels: Separate accommodations for boys and girls with modern amenities.

• Sports Facilities: Cricket, football, basketball, volleyball, and indoor games.

• Library: Well-stocked with over 42,000 books and 116 scientific journals.

• Laboratories: Equipped for both undergraduate practicals and advanced research.

Rankings

• NIRF 2024 Agriculture Ranking: 18th in India.

• Overall NIRF 2024 Ranking: 151-200 band.