Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (YSP UHF), a horticulture and forestry university located at Nauni in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, has announced recruitment for a single Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position. The fellow will work in the Department of Food Science and Technology on a project studying pre-harvest application of 1-methylcyclopropene to delay ripening and fruit drop in apple. The engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project, and selection is through an interview at the Directorate of Research.
YSP UHF JRF Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 202603/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
28 Oct
10 days left
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Last date 28 Oct 2026 · 10 days left
- Notification08 Oct
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About YSP UHF JRF Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry
- Advertisement No.
- 03/2026
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Job Location
- Solan, Himachal Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (The applicant must be a citizen of India. No domicile or residence restriction is stated)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- 18–45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project concerned or subject to availability of funds, whichever is earlier; service contract agreement renewed yearly on performance basis
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
M.Sc. (Horticulture) Post Harvest Management/ Post Harvest Technology/ Food Technology/ Food Science and Technology/ Food Processing Technology/ Fruit Science. Desirable: PhD degree in the relevant disciplines and preference will be given to candidates having experience in post harvest handling of fruits with a good publication history.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | M.Sc. (Horticulture) Post Harvest Management/ Post Harvest Technology/ Food Technology/ Food Science and Technology/ Food Processing Technology/ Fruit Science. Desirable: PhD degree in the relevant disciplines and preference will be given to candidates having experience in post harvest handling of fruits with a good publication history. |
Age Limit
18 to 45 years as on 28-10-2026
Age Relaxation
Upper age limit relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Person with disabilities as per provisions in Rules/Instructions of the H.P. Government
Application Fee
General
Rs. 500
Reserved Category
Rs. 200
Bank Details for Fee Payment
IPO/Bank Draft drawn on State Bank of India/UCO Bank Nauni (Solan)-173230 (HP) payable to the Comptroller, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni (Solan)
Selection Process
- 1Evaluation of Documents
Applications received with the prescribed form, fee and certificates are evaluated; candidates must appear for evaluation of documents at their own expense.
- 2Interview
Held on 02 November 2026 at 11:00 AM onwards in the office chamber of the Director of Research, Directorate of Research, UHF, Nauni (Solan). No separate interview letter is issued.
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,000 per month (fixed) for the 1st and 2nd year, followed by promotion to SRF at Rs. 37,000 per month (fixed) for the 3rd year
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the official university website.
- 2Fill in the application form completely and write your telephone or mobile number and email ID in it.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of the certificates supporting the essential qualification.
- 4Attach the relevant category certificate if claiming a fee concession.
- 5Prepare the application fee as an IPO or Bank Draft drawn on State Bank of India/UCO Bank Nauni (Solan)-173230 (HP) payable to the Comptroller, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni (Solan).
- 6Send the completed application to the Directorate of Research, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni (Solan) so that it reaches the office by 28.10.2026 up to 05:00 PM.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Prescribed application form
•Self-attested copies of essential qualification certificates
•Category certificate (for fee concession claims)
•IPO or Bank Draft for application fee
•Original testimonials (to be produced at the time of interview)
Important Details
- The position is purely temporary, non-sanctioned and co-terminus with the project, and carries no claim to regularization or absorption in the University.
- The selected candidate must execute a service contract agreement on judicial stamp paper at the time of joining.
- Eligibility for essential qualification and experience is determined as on the closing date 28.10.2026.
- Candidates whose marks are in CGPA/OGPA must attach the approved conversion table or formula.
- Applicants already working in any project must send their application through their PI/HOD.
- A candidate applying for more than one position must send a separate application form for each.
- Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will be rejected and the fee will not be refunded.
Project Details
Project title with code: Determination of Efficacy/Crop Safety of Harvista 1.3 SC (AF-701) 1-methylcyclopropene pre-harvest applied to delay ripening and fruit drop in Apple [HMS-806-05] UHF. Place of posting: Department of Food Science and Technology, COH, Dr YSP UHF, Nauni (Solan).
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91 01792-252315
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a separate interview letter be issued to shortlisted candidates?
No. No separate letter for the interview will be issued, and candidates must appear for the interview and evaluation of documents at their own expense.
Can candidates already working in a project apply?
Yes, but they must send their application through their Principal Investigator or Head of Department.
How should marks issued in CGPA or OGPA be reported?
Candidates with CGPA or OGPA marks must attach the approved conversion table or formula along with the application form.
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