Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry (UUHF), founded in 2011, is a state university established under the Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry Act, 2011, which was previously passed in the State Legislative Assembly. The university's headquarters are in Bharsar Pauri, Garhwal. It is a state university approved by UGC. The university has two campuses located in Bharsar and Ranichauri. However, the university has two main major sectors, including horticulture and forestry, that hold enormous potential for sustainable growth and development.

The university conducts its own entrance exam UET to grant admission into UG, PG and PhD courses. UET 2022 is scheduled to be conducted on 14 August 2022. UET 2022 Results will be declared by 30 August 2022.

The university provides reservations to ST, SC and OBC category students along with the PwD & female students.

UUHF Quick Facts

Key Points for Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry (UUHF) are as follows:

  • The university is located in Pauri in the state of Uttarakhand.
  • The University is linked to two systems, namely, the National Agriculture Research System (NARS) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
  • The major part of Uttarakhand state is covered with hills. About 65% of the total geographical area is covered by forest. Agriculture in the hill regions of the state has been at subsistence level for myriad seasons.
  • In the year 2015, the name of the university was changed to VCSG Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry by an amendment.
  • The university is providing education regarding horticulture and forestry so that the technology for agriculture can be upgraded in the country.

UUHF Courses & Fees

The University provides various UG, PG, and research programs, including B.Sc., B.Sc.(H), M.Sc., and PhD courses in various specialisations. The key features of all the courses are as follows:

Courses Program Details Selection Criteria
B.Sc
  • Specialisations: Horticulture, Agriculture, Forestry
  • Duration: 4 Years
  • Total Fees: INR 25,370
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have completed the 12th class.
 University Entrance Test
M.Sc.
  • Specialisations: Food Technology, Forest Products and Utilisation, Fruit Science, Agroforestry, Entomology, Floriculture and Landscaping, Plant Pathology, Seed Science & Technology, Silviculture, Tree Improvements, Vegetable Science, Plantation Crops and Processing
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Total Fees: INR 27,901
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have completed Graduation.
 University Entrance Test
PhD
  • Specialisations: Agroforestry, Silviculture, Tree Improvement, Forest Product and Utilization, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Fruit Science
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Total Fees: INR 44,613
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have completed post-Graduation
 University Entrance Test

UUHF Admissions

The last date to fill out the UUHF Admission form was 28 July 2022. UUHF offers admission based on the merit list of the UET entrance exam.

How to Apply?

Candidates can follow the below procedure to apply for admission at Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry:

  • First, candidates have to visit the official website of the university.
  • Now they have to download the prospectus and read all the details.
  • After seeing all the details about the course in which the candidates want to take admission, they have to register themselves with registration fees of INR 750 for the B.Sc. course, and INR 1250 for the M.Sc. and PhD courses.
  • After successful registration, they can fill out the application form for that course.
  • After filling it out, they have to submit that application form before the last day of applying for that course, along with the required documents.

UUHF Placements

Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry (UUHF) provides job-oriented professional education in the fields of horticulture, forestry and various allied subjects. The University has a Training and Placement Cell in all its affiliated colleges. The Training & Placement Cell tries to make various efforts to help the students so that they can find better employment through placements. The primary goal of these cells is to regularly bring together prospective employers and graduating students.

UUHF Scholarships

The University offers the following scholarships to the UG & PG Students:

UG Candidates:

  • The Merit Scholarship of INR 1000 per month from the 2nd semester onwards is awarded to the topper scoring more than 75% marks or equivalent.
  • Scholarships from Mandi Samiti
  • SC/ST/OBC Scholarship as per the rules of the state government.
  • The National Talent Search (NTS) Scholarship is available from ICAR.
  • Trust Scholarships

PG Candidates:

  • The Merit Scholarship of INR 1000 per month from the 2nd semester onwards is awarded to the topper scoring more than 75% marks or equivalent.
  • Scholarships from Mandi Samiti
  • SC/ST/OBC Scholarship as per the rules of the state government.
  • ICAR offers a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Scholarship.

FAQs

Ques: How many seats are available for all the courses at UUHF?

Ans: Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry (UUHF) offers 16 seats for PhD. Course. The University offers 72 seats (6 seats for each specialisation) for M.Sc. Course. For B.Sc. Course, the University offers a total of 80 seats.

Ques: How can the candidates prepare for the UET Entrance Test?

Ans: UUHF conducts a University Entrance Test (UET) for all the courses for which the dates have not been announced yet. However, they have to read out the syllabus from the prospectus of the university so that they can know about the subjects on which the questions can come.

Ques: How should the candidates be eligible for giving the University Entrance Test at UUHF?

Ans: The entrance Test at Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry (UUHF) requires the following eligibility:

For B.Sc. Admission
10th standard 60% of marks obtained
12th standard 40% of marks obtained
For M.Sc. Admission
10th standard 40% of marks obtained
12th standard 35% of marks obtained
Graduation 25% of marks obtained
For PhD Admission
10th standard 40% of marks obtained
12th standard 25% of marks obtained
Graduation 20% of marks obtained
Post-Graduation 15% of marks obtained

Ques: What is the registration and counselling fee for all the courses at UUHF?

Ans: The registration fee for a B.Sc. course is INR 750, whereas, for M.Sc. and PhD courses, the registration fee is INR 1250. The counselling fee is INR 700, which is to be given after qualifying for the University Entrance Test (UET).

Ques: What are the documents required at the time of admission for all the courses at Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry (UUHF)?

Ans: Following documents are required:

  • 10th Marksheet
  • 12th Marksheet
  • Degree Certificates
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Rural/Sports/Agriculturists Weightage Certificate
  • Character and Conduct Certificate
  • Category Certificate
  • Passport-Size Photographs