Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni — Department of Agriculture
Cut-off Date: 01 Jan 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 45 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 02 Jan 1981 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 02 Jan 1981 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 48 yrs | +3 yrs | 02 Jan 1978 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Jan 1976 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Jan 1976 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 55 yrs | +10 yrs | 02 Jan 1971 to 01 Jan 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–45 Years (As on 01 Jan 2026)
The Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni has issued an official recruitment notification for Job Trainee Subject Matter Specialist, announcing a total of 20 vacancies located in Himachal Pradesh. The online application window opens on 22 June 2026 and closes on 24 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Ph.D. or M.Sc. with 55% marks + NET + Publication in NAAS-rated journal and be within the prescribed age limit of 18-45 years as on 01-01-2026; relaxation as per HP State rules, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 35000 Per Month. The selection procedure comprises Scorecard evaluation followed by an interview with a 5-minute presentation.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 22 Jun 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
24 Jul 2026
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| Post Name | Job Trainee Subject Matter Specialist |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Qualification | Ph.D. or M.Sc. with 55% marks + NET + Publication in NAAS-rated journal |
| Age Limit | 18-45 years as on 01-01-2026; relaxation as per HP State rules |
| Salary | Rs. 35000 Per Month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 2000 for General/OBC; Rs. 1000 for SC/ST |
| Selection Process | Scorecard evaluation followed by an interview with a 5-minute presentation. |
Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (YSPUHF), Nauni, has issued a notification for the recruitment of 20 Subject Matter Specialist (Job Trainee) positions on a contractual basis. Candidates meeting the specified educational and research criteria must submit their applications via offline mode before the deadline.
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Subject Matter Specialist (Various Disciplines) | 20 |
To be eligible for the Subject Matter Specialist position, candidates must satisfy the following academic requirements:
Age Limit: Applicants must be between 18 and 45 years of age as of 01 January 2026. A 5-year age relaxation is applicable to SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates from Himachal Pradesh.
The application fee must be submitted as per the following categories:
The selection process for the Subject Matter Specialist role involves a comprehensive scorecard evaluation followed by an interview. Candidates invited for the interview will be required to deliver a 5-minute PowerPoint presentation regarding their research work and expertise.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly remuneration of Rs. 35,000.
No, this recruitment process is strictly offline. Applicants must submit physical copies of their application form to the university address.
For candidates applying with an M.Sc. degree, at least one publication in a NAAS-rated journal is a mandatory prerequisite for eligibility along with the NET qualification.
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