UPPSC Recruitment 2026: 1,156 Professor & Assistant Professor Posts, Apply by September 1

Last Updated: 20 August 2026 | Advertisement No. D-1/E-1/2026

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released UPPSC Recruitment 2026 for 1,156 Professor and Assistant Professor posts in the Medical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (Allopathy).

The application process has started on 18 August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their online applications until 1 September 2026. However, there is another important deadline that candidates should not miss: the hard copy of the online application along with required documents must reach the Commission by 15 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

The recruitment includes 44 Professor posts and 1,112 Assistant Professor posts. Both are Group-A Gazetted positions, but the eligibility requirements vary considerably by medical speciality. Candidates should therefore check the qualification and experience prescribed for their specific post before applying.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026: UPPSC has announced 1,156 Professor and Assistant Professor vacancies in the Medical Education Department. Check vacancies, eligibility and application details.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The Commission’s notification specifies the above application schedule and requires candidates to preserve records of OTR registration, fee payment, final submission and any permitted corrections.

Want to compare this recruitment with other active vacancies? Check the latest Government Jobs 2026 available on GovtJobDeck.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

These dates are given in the official UPPSC advertisement.

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UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

The recruitment covers two major positions:

• Professor – 44 posts
• Assistant Professor – 1,112 posts

The Assistant Professor vacancies are divided into General Recruitment and Special Recruitment, with posts spread across multiple medical specialities.

UPPSC Professor Vacancy 2026

UPPSC has advertised 44 Professor posts in the Medical Education Department. These are Group-A Gazetted posts at Pay Level-14, with an age limit of 35 to 55 years.

Professor – General Recruitment

The notification lists these 27 general-recruitment Professor specialities and their reservation position.

Medical faculty positions can also lead to careers in government research institutions. Explore Government Research Jobs 2026 for related opportunities.

Professor – Special Recruitment

The notification separately identifies these special-recruitment Professor posts.

Candidates specifically looking for academic and faculty positions can also explore our latest Teaching Government Jobs.

UPPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026

The Commission has notified 1,112 Assistant Professor vacancies under the Medical Education Department. The post is Group-A Gazetted, carries Pay Level-11, and has an age limit of 26 to 40 years.

Assistant Professor – General Recruitment

The notification provides the speciality-wise category distribution, including separate horizontal reservations such as Female and D.F.F.; those horizontal reservations should not be added to the vertical UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS totals.

Candidates exploring other medical and healthcare-sector government opportunities can also check RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026.

Assistant Professor – Special Recruitment

UPPSC has separately listed 32 special-recruitment specialities for Assistant Professor posts.

The special-recruitment list and category allocation are given separately in the notification.

For more medical faculty and healthcare-sector opportunities, you can also check ESIC Medical College Recruitment 2026.

Eligibility Details

Age Limit

The age requirement is straightforward:

The notification states that relaxation for eligible reserved categories is available as per applicable rules.

Candidates should check the detailed advertisement for the exact relaxation applicable to their category, domicile and service status.

Educational Qualification

Eligibility varies by post and medical speciality. Candidates should check the exact qualification and experience prescribed for their chosen post.

Assistant Professor Eligibility

Professor Eligibility

Before Applying

• ✅ Check your exact speciality
• ✅ Match your MD/MS/DNB qualification
• ✅ Check the required experience
• ✅ Check research requirements, if applicable
• ✅ Verify age and category eligibility
• ✅ Read the exact eligibility clause in the official notification

Important: Having an MD/MS/DNB alone does not automatically make a candidate eligible for every post. UPPSC has prescribed different qualification and experience requirements for different specialities.

Candidates exploring other government healthcare opportunities can also check AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 for nursing-related government vacancies.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Salary

The recruitment includes two pay levels:

The notification identifies the Professor post as Level-14 and the Assistant Professor post as Level-11.

The actual monthly salary will depend on the applicable pay rules and allowances.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates have to pay the prescribed application fee after completing the relevant stages of the online application.

The notification specifies the above fee structure.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process can include a Screening Examination followed by Interview, depending on the Commission’s decision.

UPPSC has clarified that simply possessing the minimum educational qualification does not guarantee an interview call or selection. A Screening Examination may be conducted to shortlist candidates.

Where a Screening Examination is conducted:

• 75% weightage is given to the Screening Examination.
• 25% weightage is given to the Interview.
• Candidates must meet the prescribed qualifying standard.
• The Commission will announce the examination schedule separately.

Negative Marking

For an objective Screening Examination:

• 1/3 of the marks assigned to a question may be deducted for an incorrect answer.
• Selecting more than one option is treated as an incorrect answer.
• No marks are deducted for leaving a question unanswered.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Candidates who fail to reach the applicable minimum qualifying standard will not be considered for the next stage.

After the examination, candidates should also keep an eye on updates such as the UPPSC Assistant Professor Answer Key 2026.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply through the OTR-based application system on the UPPSC website. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Complete your One Time Registration (OTR).
2. Obtain your OTR number at least 72 hours before applying, if you do not already have one.
3. Visit the UPPSC website.
4. Open All Notifications/Advertisements.
5. Select Advertisement No. D-1/E-1/2026.
6. Click Apply and authenticate using your OTR.
7. Complete the required application details.
8. Select the relevant qualification and speciality information.
9. Proceed to the fee payment section.
10. Pay the applicable fee through the available payment method.
11. Save the payment transaction details.
12. Submit the final online application.
13. Download and print the submitted application form.
14. Keep the application and payment records safely for future reference.

If you are preparing for other UPPSC examinations as well, you can also check the latest UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 notification.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

Before submitting the application, candidates should keep the following points in mind:

• OTR registration is mandatory.
• Candidates without an OTR number should obtain it 72 hours before submitting the application.
• Apply only after checking the eligibility requirements for the specific post and speciality.
• Preserve copies of your OTR, fee payment and final application.
• Check all personal information carefully before final submission.
• Any incorrect or concealed information can result in cancellation of candidature.
• Candidates must submit the required self-attested academic and supporting documents with the printed application.
• Download the auto-filled address slip from the Candidate Dashboard.
• Paste the address slip on the application envelope.
• The envelope should be A4 size.
• If applying for more than one post, submit the application and documents for each post in a separate envelope.
• Failure to paste the prescribed address slip can lead to cancellation of candidature.
• The hard copy must reach the Commission by 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

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UPPSC Recruitment 2026: What Candidates Should Check Before Applying

With more than a thousand vacancies, the headline number is attractive, but eligibility is the real filter in this recruitment.

Candidates should not apply solely because they hold an MD, MS, DNB or another medical qualification. The notification contains speciality-specific qualification, experience and research requirements.

In particular, candidates should verify:

• The exact speciality advertised.
• Accepted degree for that speciality.
• Required teaching or clinical experience.
• Research publication requirements.
• Age eligibility.
• Category and domicile requirements.
• Whether the post falls under General Recruitment or Special Recruitment.

This check is especially important for Professor posts, where the experience and research requirements are substantially more detailed than for entry-level academic positions.

Related Government Job Opportunities

Looking for similar government opportunities? Check these related recruitments:

• ESIC Medical College Faridabad Recruitment 2026 – Medical college and healthcare recruitment.
• RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 – Government paramedical and healthcare vacancies.
• UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 – Another major recruitment conducted by UPPSC.
• BASU Recruitment 2026 – Associate & Assistant Professor – Relevant government faculty recruitment.
• Medical Government Jobs – More medical-sector government vacancies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in UPPSC Recruitment 2026?

There are 1,156 vacancies in the recruitment, including 44 Professor posts and 1,112 Assistant Professor posts.

What is the last date for UPPSC Recruitment 2026?

The last date for payment of the application fee and submission of the online application is 1 September 2026.

What is the last date for submitting the UPPSC application hard copy?

The printed application form along with the required documents must reach the Commission by 15 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Is OTR mandatory for UPPSC Recruitment 2026?

Yes. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) and obtain an OTR number before applying online. Candidates without an OTR number are advised to obtain it at least 72 hours before submitting the application.

What is the age limit for UPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The age limit for Assistant Professor is 26 to 40 years. Applicable relaxation is available as per the prescribed rules.

What is the age limit for UPPSC Professor Recruitment 2026?

The age limit for Professor is 35 to 55 years, subject to applicable relaxation rules.

What is the salary for UPPSC Assistant Professor?

The Assistant Professor post carries Pay Level-11.

What is the salary for UPPSC Professor?

The Professor post carries Pay Level-14.

What is the selection process for UPPSC Recruitment 2026?

UPPSC may conduct a Screening Examination for shortlisting followed by an Interview. Where the Screening Examination is conducted, it carries 75% weightage and the Interview carries 25%.

Is there negative marking in the UPPSC Screening Examination?

Yes. Where the objective Screening Examination is conducted, one-third of the marks assigned to a question may be deducted for an incorrect answer.

Where can I apply for UPPSC Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply through the OTR-based application system on the official UPPSC website.

Final Reminder

If you are eligible for one of the advertised medical specialities, do not wait until the final day to submit the form. 1 September 2026 is the online application deadline, while 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM is the hard-copy/document deadline. Complete OTR registration first and verify the speciality-specific eligibility before paying the application fee.

For the exact qualification, reservation and other conditions applicable to your post, refer to the official advertisement before submitting the application.

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