Directorate of Research, Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (YSP UHF) has released advertisement number 03/2026, announcing 1 temporary vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post. Applicants holding an M.Sc. in Horticulture Post Harvest Management, Post Harvest Technology, Food Technology, Food Science and Technology, Food Processing Technology, or Fruit Science can apply through the prescribed offline application process. The last date of submission for the offline application is 28 October 2026. Selection involves submitting the offline application with the required fee and documents, followed by an interview on 2 November 2026 at 11:00 AM onwards at the Directorate of Research, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni (Solan). The post carries a fixed pay of Rs. 25,000 per month for the 1st and 2nd year, followed by promotion to SRF at Rs. 37,000 per month for the 3rd year.
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Overview
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Important Dates
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the Department of Food Science and Technology, COH, Dr YSP UHF, Nauni (Solan).
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
The applicant must be a citizen of India.
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Qualification
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Age Limit
Candidates should be a minimum of 18 years and not more than 45 years of age.
Age Relaxation
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Salary
The engagement on the position will be made at a fixed salary, purely temporary and co-terminus with the project concerned or subject to availability of funds, whichever is earlier.
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Application Fee
Application fee once paid will not be refunded. Candidates claiming for the benefit of fee concession should attach relevant certificate of the category. The application must be accompanied with the prescribed form and fee in the shape of 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).
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Selection Process
Selection for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position involves submitting the offline application along with the required fee, certificates, and documents, followed by an interview.
How to Apply for YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Download the prescribed application form from the official website at www.uhf.ac.in.
- Fill out the application form completely in all respects.
- Attach self-attested copies of relevant certificates in support of essential qualification along with the application form.
- Attach the application fee in the shape of 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).
- Ensure candidates claiming fee concession attach the relevant category certificate.
- Submit the completed application form to the Directorate of Research, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni (Solan).
- Ensure the application reaches the office latest by 28.10.2026 till 05:00 PM.
Documents Required
- 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)
YSP UHF Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Important Instructions
- The position is purely temporary, non-sanctioned, and co-terminus with the project.
- The candidate must write his/her telephone/mobile number and e-mail ID in the application form.
- The candidate having marks issued in the form of CGPA/OGPA should attach approved conversion table/formula along with the application form.
- No separate letter for interview will be issued. Candidates must appear for interview/evaluation of documents at their own expenses.
- The engagement will be made on a service contract agreement on judicial stamp paper at the time of joining.
- Applicants already working in any project should send their application through their PI/HOD.
- Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will not be entertained.
- The university reserves the right not to fill up any or all of the positions without assigning any reason.
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