UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 1,936 Vacancies, Apply Online

Last Updated: 19 September 2026 | Source: Official UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification | Job Posting ID: UPESSC-AP-04/2026 | Posted By: GovtJobDeck | Estimated Reading Time: 8–10 minutes

UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. 04/2026 for 1,936 vacancies in aided co-education and women’s colleges in Uttar Pradesh. The online application and mandatory OTR process started on 8 September 2026, with the last date to pay the application fee and complete the application being 7 October 2026.

The recruitment offers Pay Level 10 (₹57,700–₹1,82,400), with the written examination scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026. Candidates generally need a relevant postgraduate degree with 55% marks along with NET/SLET/SET or an applicable PhD-based exemption, subject to the detailed subject-wise eligibility rules in the notification.

Candidates exploring more faculty opportunities can also check our UPPSC Professor and Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 for another major teaching recruitment.

UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview

The notification states that applications are invited from Indian citizens for 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies in aided co-education and women’s colleges. All applications must be submitted online through the OTR-based system.

For more opportunities in this field, visit our Teaching Jobs section for the latest government teaching recruitments.

Important Dates

These dates are stated on page 2 of the notification.

Candidates also interested in other Uttar Pradesh government opportunities can explore the UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 for details on the latest PCS vacancies and application process.

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UPESSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026

The 1,936 vacancies are divided into:

The notification also states that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease. The detailed subject-wise reservation table is provided in the notification’s Table 01.

Subject-Wise Vacancy

The total of 1,936 posts and the subject-wise figures are given in Table 01 of the notification.

UPESSC Assistant Professor Eligibility

Eligibility is subject-specific, so candidates should check the qualification prescribed for their chosen subject before applying.

Educational Qualification

For candidates interested in other faculty positions, the BASU Associate and Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is another teaching recruitment worth checking.

Important: Candidates must check the subject-wise qualification and equivalence conditions in Advertisement No. 04/2026 before applying. The notification lists separate requirements for different subjects.

Candidates who have appeared for UGC NET can also check the latest UGC NET Result 2026 updates while preparing their Assistant Professor applications.

Age Limit

The maximum age is 62 years as on 1 July 2026.

Application Fee

The notification prescribes the following examination/application fee:

The prescribed fee must be paid through the available online payment options.

UPESSC Assistant Professor Salary

The UPESSC Assistant Professor post carries Pay Level 10 under the applicable pay structure. The salary range specified in the recruitment notification is ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400.

The above pay scale is specified by UPESSC for the Assistant Professor recruitment under Advertisement No. 04/2026.

Note: The figures above refer to the pay scale/basic pay specified in the notification; the actual monthly salary received by a selected candidate can vary based on applicable allowances and deductions.

Application Correction

Candidates are provided an opportunity to correct errors in the application within the correction period specified by the Commission, with 11 October 2026 being the last date for correction.

Candidates should carefully check their information before final submission because the notification states that important details such as category/sub-category, date of birth and gender cannot be changed after final submission.

If multiple applications are submitted for the same post, only the final submitted application will be considered, while the remaining applications will be treated as cancelled.

UPESSC Assistant Professor Exam Pattern

The selection is based on a 360-mark written examination and a 40-mark interview, with the final merit list prepared on the basis of these marks.

Written Examination

The written paper contains 30 General Knowledge questions and 90 questions from the concerned subject. Each question carries 3 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for an incorrect or multiple answer.

The Commission states that the written examination syllabus will be made available on its official website.

Selection Process

The selection process for Assistant Professor posts consists of:

Written Examination → Interview → Final Merit List

The written examination carries 360 marks, while the interview carries 40 marks, making the selection merit 400 marks in total.

Candidates shortlisted for the interview will receive information about the interview date, time and venue through SMS, email, newspaper and the UPESSC website. The notification states that interview information will be provided at least 10 days before the interview.

Tie-Breaking

If candidates have equal merit marks, the notification provides a tie-breaking sequence beginning with written examination marks, followed by interview marks and specified academic/eligibility-related marks. If all specified factors remain equal, the older candidate is placed higher in merit.

Documents Required

Candidates shortlisted for the interview must prepare self-attested copies of the documents specified by UPESSC.

Important documents include:

• Online application form
• High School marksheet and certificate
• Intermediate marksheet and certificate
• Graduation marksheets and degree
• Postgraduate marksheets and degree
• LL.B./LL.M./M.Ed., where applicable
• PhD/D.Phil., M.Phil., D.Litt./D.Sc./LL.D., where applicable
• No Objection Certificate for serving candidates
• Applicable SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Freedom Fighter dependent certificates
• Disability certificate, where applicable
• Required affidavit
• Character certificate
• Other documents specified for the candidate’s category

The notification requires two self-attested sets of relevant documents at the interview.

Candidates are also instructed to retain three copies of the submitted application form, with two copies required for interview-related submission.

UPESSC Assistant Professor Application Process

The recruitment uses an OTR-based online application system, and completing One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before submitting the application. Applications through other modes will not be accepted.

How to Apply

1. Complete the mandatory UPESSC OTR.
2. Log in to the UPESSC application portal.
3. Select Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026, Advertisement No. 04/2026.
4. Enter the required personal and educational details.
5. Upload the photograph, signature and required documents.
6. Pay the applicable examination fee.
7. Review the application carefully.
8. Submit the final application before 7 October 2026.
9. Save and print multiple copies of the submitted application.

The notification specifically requires the registration and application to be completed in English.

Reservation

The notification provides reservation according to applicable Uttar Pradesh rules, including provisions for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and horizontal reservation categories such as women, Divyangjan and dependents of freedom fighters.

Candidates belonging to reserved categories should note that the reservation benefits described in the notification are tied to the applicable Uttar Pradesh eligibility/residency requirements. Candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh are treated differently for these reservation benefits.

Important Instructions

Candidates should keep the following points in mind:

• OTR is mandatory before applying.
• Enter all personal and eligibility information carefully.
• The High School/equivalent certificate is used for date-of-birth verification.
• The application must be submitted online only.
• Keep the fee receipt safely.
• Multiple applications for the same post will not all remain valid.
• Incorrect or false information can lead to cancellation of candidature.
• Candidates must satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying.
• The Commission’s decision regarding eligibility is final.

For the written examination, candidates must use a black ball-point pen for the OMR sheet. Erasers, blades, whitener and similar methods of altering the OMR sheet are prohibited.

UPESSC असिस्टेंट प्रोफेसर भर्ती 2026 – 1,936 पदों के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन

उत्तर प्रदेश शिक्षा सेवा चयन आयोग (UPESSC), प्रयागराज ने असिस्टेंट प्रोफेसर चयन परीक्षा 2026 के तहत 1,936 पदों के लिए भर्ती अधिसूचना जारी की है। ऑनलाइन आवेदन और अनिवार्य OTR प्रक्रिया 8 सितंबर 2026 से शुरू हो गई है और आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 7 अक्टूबर 2026 है। लिखित परीक्षा 19 और 20 नवंबर 2026 को आयोजित की जाएगी।

कौन आवेदन कर सकता है?

उम्मीदवार के पास संबंधित विषय में कम से कम 55% अंकों के साथ मास्टर डिग्री तथा, जहां लागू हो, UGC/CSIR NET, SLET या SET होना चाहिए। निर्धारित नियमों के अनुसार पात्र PhD धारकों को छूट का लाभ मिल सकता है। अलग-अलग विषयों के लिए अतिरिक्त योग्यता और समकक्षता की शर्तें लागू हैं।

वेतन और चयन

असिस्टेंट प्रोफेसर पद के लिए Pay Level 10, ₹57,700 से ₹1,82,400 का वेतनमान निर्धारित है। चयन प्रक्रिया में 360 अंकों की लिखित परीक्षा और 40 अंकों का साक्षात्कार शामिल है। लिखित परीक्षा में 120 वस्तुनिष्ठ प्रश्न होंगे और गलत उत्तर पर 1 अंक की नकारात्मक अंकन व्यवस्था है।

आवेदन कैसे करें?

उम्मीदवारों को पहले UPESSC OTR पूरा करना होगा और इसके बाद आधिकारिक आवेदन पोर्टल के माध्यम से ऑनलाइन फॉर्म जमा करना होगा। आवेदन शुल्क का भुगतान और आवेदन प्रक्रिया 7 अक्टूबर 2026 तक पूरी करनी होगी। आवेदन में फोटो, हस्ताक्षर और आवश्यक शैक्षिक/श्रेणी संबंधी दस्तावेज निर्धारित प्रारूप में अपलोड करने होंगे। विस्तृत विषयवार योग्यता और आवेदन संबंधी निर्देश आधिकारिक अधिसूचना में दिए गए हैं।

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Related Opportunities

Candidates interested in teaching and other Uttar Pradesh government opportunities can also explore these related recruitments:

• UPPSC Professor and Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – another faculty recruitment opportunity in Uttar Pradesh.
• BASU Associate and Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – faculty vacancies for eligible candidates.
• UGC NET Result 2026 – useful for candidates pursuing Assistant Professor eligibility through NET.
• Teaching Jobs – browse the latest government teaching recruitment opportunities.
• UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 – another major Uttar Pradesh government recruitment.
• UPESSC PGT Recruitment 2026, featuring 2,607 PGT vacancies in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates looking for teaching opportunities at the school level can also check

UPESSC-AP-04/2026 Notification 2026 : FAQs

What is the UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is the recruitment drive under Advertisement No. 04/2026 for 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies in aided co-education and women’s colleges.

How many vacancies are available?

There are 1,936 vacancies, including 1,564 posts in co-education colleges and 372 posts in women’s colleges.

When was the UPESSC Assistant Professor notification released?

The notification was released on 8 September 2026.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to pay the application fee and complete the online application is 7 October 2026.

What is the UPESSC Assistant Professor age limit?

The maximum age is 62 years as on 1 July 2026.

What is the UPESSC Assistant Professor salary?

The Assistant Professor post carries Pay Level 10 with a pay scale of ₹57,700–₹1,82,400.

What is the educational qualification?

For the applicable subjects, candidates generally require a relevant postgraduate degree with at least 55% marks, along with NET/SLET/SET or an applicable PhD exemption. Subject-specific rules apply.

What is the written exam pattern?

The written examination has 120 MCQs for 360 marks: 30 questions from General Knowledge and 90 from the concerned subject. The duration is 2 hours, with 1 mark negative marking for an incorrect or multiple answer.

When is the written examination?

The UPESSC Assistant Professor written examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.

Is OTR mandatory?

Yes. Candidates must complete One Time Registration before submitting the Assistant Professor application.

What is the application fee?

The prescribed fee is ₹2,000 for General/OBC/EWS and other specified categories, ₹1,500 for SC/ST and ₹1,000 for Divyangjan candidates.

How will candidates be selected?

Selection will be based on a 360-mark written examination and 40-mark interview, followed by preparation of the merit list.

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