Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry is a government-aided educational institution located in Himachal Pradesh. The institution provides various studies in horticulture, forestry, and associated sciences. The institution now has 3 colleges located in Solan and Hamirpur. It was formed in 1965.
Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry provides B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., and Ph.D. programs in horticulture, forestry, and biological sciences. In addition, the institution provides MBA and PG diploma programs in Agribusiness and Medicinal & Aromatic Plants.
Admission Highlights 2024
University Type | Government Aided |
Basic Admission Criteria | Written Test + Counselling |
Application Mode | Online |
Entrance Exam | UGET |
Entrance Mode | Offline |
Counselling | University |
Scholarship | Yes |
Fees of Courses
Courses | Fees |
B.Sc {Hons.} 2 Courses | Rs 49,600 |
M.Sc 21 Courses | Rs 61,400 |
Ph.D. 19 Courses | Rs 43,400 - 75,800 |
B.Tech 1 Courses | Rs 49,600 |
MBA 4 Course | Rs 70,200 |
Diploma 1 Course | Rs 5,000 |
Admission 2024 to College of Horticulture
The College of Horticulture, Solan campus, provides UG, PG, and research degree programs in various horticulture and forestry fields. The institute now offers eight M.Sc. programs, seven Ph.D. programs, a B.Sc. (Hons.) degree in Horticulture, and 2 master's degree courses in management and agribusiness.
The fundamental entrance criteria for the B.Sc. program are 12th in science or agriculture with minimum 50% marks. Candidates for M.Sc. and Management programs must have bachelor's degree with minimum 60%. Candidates for Ph.D. programs must have master's degree in the applicable subject with minimum GPA 65%. Candidates are selected based on their admission exam scores and a personal interview (for Ph.D. programs).
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
B.Sc. (Hons.) | Horticulture | Minimum 50% in 12th (Science) | Entrance Test /Personal Interview |
M.Sc. | Fruit Science Vegetable Science Floriculture and Landscape Architecture Food Science and Technology Plant Pathology Entomology Biotechnology Seed Science and Technology | 60% in B.Sc. / any science degree in the 10+2+3 pattern | Entrance Test /Personal Interview |
Ph.D. | Fruit Science Vegetable Science Floriculture and Landscape Architecture Food Science and Technology Plant Pathology Entomology Biotechnology | 65% in M.Sc. / any science PG degree in the 10+2+3+2 pattern | Entrance Test /Personal Interview |
Master of Business Management | (Agribusiness) | Any Degree with minimum 55% marks. | Entrance Test /Personal Interview |
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Admission 2024 to College of Forestry
The College of Forestry, Solan campus, provides 13 M.Sc. programs, 10 Ph.D. programs, B.Sc. (Hons.) degree in Forestry, and PG Diploma program in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants.
The primary entry criteria for the B.Sc. program are 12th in science or agriculture. Candidates for M.Sc. and PG diploma programs must have bachelor's degree in the appropriate subject with minimum 50%. Ph.D. applicants must hold a master's degree in the relevant field. Candidates are selected based on their admission exam scores and personal interview (for Ph.D. programs).
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
B.Sc. (Hons.) | Forestry | 50% in 12th (Science) | Entrance Test / Personal Interview |
M.Sc | Agri. Economics Agroforestry Environment Management Environmental Science Forest Genetic Resources Medicinal & Aromatic Plants Microbiology Plantation Technology Silviculture Soil Science Statistics Watershed Management Wood Science & Technology | 60% in B.Sc. / any science degree in the 10+2+3 pattern | Entrance Test / Personal Interview |
Ph.D. | Agri. Economics Agroforestry Environmental Science Forest Genetic Resources Medicinal & Aromatic Plants Microbiology Natural Resource Economics Silviculture Soil Science Statistics | 60% in M.Sc. / any science PG degree in the 10+2+3+2 pattern | Entrance Test / Personal Interview |
PG Diploma | Medicinal & Aromatic Plants | B.Sc | Entrance Test / Personal Interview |
Admission 2024 to College of Horticulture & Forestry – NERI
The College of Horticulture & Forestry - NERI, Hamirpur campus provides 3 UG level B.Sc. (Hons.) degrees in horticulture, forestry, and biotechnology.
Admission to these programs requires 12th or equivalent exam with English, Physics, and Chemistry as required subjects and Biology, Mathematics, or Agriculture as optional courses, with minimum 50% marks. The selection process is based on the candidates' scores in the university's admission exam.
Course | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
B.Sc. (Hons.) | Horticulture Forestry B.Tech Biotechnology | 12th with minimum 50% in PCE and Biology / Mathematics / Agriculture combined | Entrance Test |
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Application Procedure 2024
University of Horticulture and Forestry welcomes applications from eligible individuals online. The complete application process is as follows.
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Scholarship for Students
The institution provides the following financial support to its students:
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