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UUHF Dean Horticulture Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 28, 2026
Dean, College of Horticulture, Bharsar
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
Pay Matrix Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,200 - Rs. 2,18,200)
Age Limit
Below 65 Years (Superannuation age 65 years)
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 26, 2026

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Starts

Sep 26, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 19, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window26 Sep – 19 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Essential: Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in Horticulture or a relevant basic science discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Minimum of 15 years of teaching (UG/PG), research, or extension experience in a substantial capacity, out of which at least 5 years must be in the rank of Professor or equivalent. Demonstrated research contributions supported by published work and innovations, and proven experience in planning and coordinating academic programs. Desirable: Eminent standing in horticulture, recognized research achievements, and university administrative experience.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Superannuation age in the University is 65 years. The candidate must be below 65 years of age during the 3-year tenurial appointment.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Screening & Scrutiny of Academic/Research Portfolio

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Personal Interview

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Applications will be screened by a University Screening Committee based on Academic Performance Indicators (API), research publications, doctoral supervision, and professor-level administrative experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview before the Board of Selection. Original documents must be produced at the interview.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Senior academic executive leadership and institutional administration at the College of Horticulture, Bharsar (Pauri Garhwal), under VCSG UUHF. The Dean oversees academic curriculum administration, faculty governance, postgraduate/doctoral research programs, farm research stations, and high-altitude temperate horticultural extension across Uttarakhand.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Tenurial appointment for a fixed term of 3 years under the statutes and service rules of UUHF. Superannuation age is 65 years. The post is stationed at the main academic campus in Bharsar, Pauri Garhwal.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Top-tier statutory administrative position (Level-14, Rs. 1,44,200 to 2,18,200). Serves as a primary credential for subsequent Vice-Chancellor appointments in State Agricultural and Horticultural Universities or senior directorships in ICAR institutes.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Applications must be delivered strictly via Speed Post or Registered Post to the Chief Personnel Officer at REC Dehradun by 19.10.2026; submissions by hand, email, or fax are invalid.
  • A Demand Draft of Rs. 1,200/- (Rs. 600/- for SC/ST) payable at PNB Pauri (Branch Code 1370) in favor of Comptroller, UUHF must be enclosed with the application.
  • Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Horticulture or relevant basic science and at least 15 years of academic/research experience with 5 years as Professor or equivalent.
  • In-service candidates must route their application through proper channel, though an advance copy with application fee may be submitted before the deadline.
  • No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview; original certificates and publication reprints must be produced at the interview.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR1
  • OBC0
  • EWS0
  • SC0
  • ST0
Total Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Pay Matrix Level-14 with basic pay ranging from Rs. 1,44,200/- to Rs. 2,18,200/- plus admissible allowances (DA, HRA, etc.) as per Uttarakhand state government and university service rules.

Pay Matrix Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,200 to 2,18,200) under UGC/ICAR 7th CPC pay scales.

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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download the prescribed application format from the university website at uuhf.ac.in.
  2. Duly fill out the application form with personal, educational, API score, publication, and administrative credentials.
  3. Obtain a Demand Draft of Rs. 1,200/- (Rs. 600/- for SC/ST candidates of Uttarakhand) drawn in favor of Comptroller, Uttarakhand University of Horticulture & Forestry payable at Punjab National Bank, Branch Pauri (Branch Code 1370).
  4. Enclose self-attested photocopies of all educational degrees, mark sheets, experience certificates verifying 5 years service as Professor, reprints of important publications, and a recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
  5. Send the completed application packet exclusively via Speed Post or Registered Post to: Chief Personnel Officer, Research & Extension Center (REC), VCSG Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nigam Road, Haripur, Selaqui, Dehradun – 248011, Uttarakhand latest by 19.10.2026. Applications sent by hand, email, or fax are not accepted.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Rs. 1,200/- for Unreserved/OBC candidates; Rs. 600/- for SC/ST candidates of Uttarakhand via Demand Draft payable at PNB Pauri in favor of Comptroller, UUHF.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The last date for receipt of completed application forms via Speed Post or Registered Post at the Dehradun Research & Extension Center is 19th October 2026.

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