Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry(YS Parmar University) is a state university located in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It was established in 1985 and is named after Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar, who was the first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh.
The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields such as horticulture, forestry, and allied sciences. Some of the popular courses offered by the university include Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Horticulture, Master of Science (M.Sc) in Horticulture, and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Forestry.
YS Parmar University has several affiliated colleges that offer diploma and certificate courses in horticulture and forestry. The university has a sprawling campus spread over 550 hectares of land and is equipped with modern facilities such as a library, computer center, auditoriums, laboratories, sports facilities, and hostel accommodation for students.
The university has several research programs in horticulture and forestry and is known for its contribution to the development of apple cultivation in the state. The university has collaborations with national and international research organizations and academic institutions to enhance research and development activities.
YS Parmar University is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' grade. It has been ranked among the top universities in India in the field of agriculture and horticulture by various ranking agencies