UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Online Form for 1,936 Posts
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment Examination 2026
Advertisement No. 04/2026 · Total Vacancies: 1,936 Posts
Important Dates
- Notification publication: September 08, 2026
- Online registration opening date: September 08, 2026
- Last date for online registration: October 07, 2026
- Last date for examination fee payment: October 07, 2026
- Online form correction deadline: October 11, 2026
- Written examination schedule: November 19 & 20, 2026
- Exam city information: Prior to examination
- Admit card download: Before written exam
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹2,000
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹1,500
- Divyangjan (PwBD / PH): ₹1,000
- Payment modes: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) conducts this state-level recruitment to select qualified faculties for government-aided higher education degree colleges throughout Uttar Pradesh. Appointed Assistant Professors are placed in UGC Academic Pay Level-10 with standard Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and applicable higher education benefits.
| Recruiting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | Advt No. 04/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (सहायक आचार्य) |
| Institution Cadres | Co-Education Colleges & Female (Women) Degree Colleges |
| Total Vacancies | 1,936 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-10 (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400) UGC Academic Matrix |
| Selection Framework | Written Examination (360 Marks) & Interview (40 Marks) |
| Application Mode | Online (OTR Based) |
| Official Portal | upessc.up.gov.in |
College Cadre Vacancy & Educational Eligibility
| Institution Cadre | Total Posts | Age Limit (as of 01.07.2026) | Essential Educational Eligibility & UGC Mandates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Co-Education Colleges) | 1,564 | Max. 62 Years | Master’s Degree in concerned / relevant / allied subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD) from a recognized University + Qualified UGC NET / CSIR NET / SLET / SET OR Ph.D. degree conforming to UGC Regulations 2009/2016. |
| Assistant Professor (Female Degree Colleges) | 372 | Max. 62 Years | Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks + Qualified UGC/CSIR NET or SLET/SET OR Ph.D. degree as per UGC standards. (Only female candidates are eligible for Women’s Colleges). |
| Consolidated Vacancies | 1,936 | Superannuation: 62 Years | Master’s Degree (55%) + NET / SLET / SET or Ph.D. |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Institution Cadre | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Education Colleges | 636 | 421 | 138 | 347 | 22 | 1,564 |
| Female Colleges | 160 | 95 | 23 | 92 | 02 | 372 |
| Consolidated Total | 796 | 516 | 161 | 439 | 24 | 1,936 |
Age Criteria, Relaxations & Selection Procedure
Prescribed Age Limits (Calculated as on July 01, 2026)
- Minimum Age: No explicit lower age boundary specified in UGC regulations.
- Maximum Age: 62 Years (conforming to state statutory superannuation limits).
- Age Relaxation: Admissible for reserved category domiciles of Uttar Pradesh as per official state service guidelines.
Selection Procedure & Marking Scheme
- Written Examination (360 Marks): Objective-type test comprising General Knowledge and Subject-specific postgraduate domains.
- Personal Interview (40 Marks): Assessment evaluating academic aptitude, research methodology, and teaching delivery.
- Final Merit: Prepared strictly on aggregate performance across the 400-mark evaluation (Written Exam + Interview).
Checklist of Documents for Online Application
- Active One-Time Registration (OTR) profile on upessc.up.gov.in
- Government-approved photo identification (Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License)
- High School (Class 10th) certificate and mark sheet for Date of Birth verification
- Senior Secondary (10+2) certificate and mark sheet
- Graduation Degree mark sheets and passing certificate
- Post Graduation (Master’s) consolidated mark sheets and degree certificate
- UGC NET / CSIR NET / SLET / SET Passing Certificate or Ph.D. Award Certificate with UGC compliance proof
- Uttar Pradesh Domicile Certificate (mandatory for state category reservation benefits)
- Valid Category Certificate (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS) in prescribed UP state format
- Clear scanned passport-size photograph on light background and digital signature image
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026
- Open the official recruitment portal of UPESSC at upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if visiting the portal for the first time.
- Log in to the candidate dashboard using your OTR credentials and OTP authentication.
- Locate the link for “Assistant Professor Selection Examination 2026 – Advt No. 04/2026”.
- Select your preferred college cadre (Co-Education or Female) and applied subject discipline.
- Verify pre-populated academic credentials and enter Master’s degree percentage alongside NET/SET/Ph.D. details.
- Upload scanned digital copies of photograph, signature, and mandatory academic certificates in PDF format (50 KB to 500 KB).
- Review the full application form in the preview window to detect and rectify any typographical errors.
- Pay the non-refundable registration fee (₹2,000 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹1,500 for SC/ST, ₹1,000 for PH) via online payment gateway.
- Submit the form and download at least 3 copies of the final confirmation receipt for future interview rounds.
UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026 Important Useful Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the closing date to apply online for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026?
Online registrations and fee payments close on October 07, 2026. The application correction window remains active through October 11, 2026.
How many total vacancies are announced under Advertisement No. 04/2026?
A total of 1,936 Assistant Professor posts are announced across Co-Education Colleges (1,564) and Female Colleges (372).
When will the UP Assistant Professor written examination take place?
The written examination is scheduled to be conducted on November 19 and 20, 2026.
What is the mandatory eligibility criteria for UPESSC Assistant Professor?
Applicants must possess a Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks in the relevant subject along with UGC NET / CSIR NET / SLET / SET qualification, or hold a Ph.D. degree compliant with UGC norms.
What is the application fee structure?
General, OBC, and EWS candidates pay ₹2,000; SC and ST candidates pay ₹1,500; and Divyangjan (PH) applicants pay ₹1,000.
Disclaimer
This portal functions strictly as an educational and job alert service and maintains no official affiliation with the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC). All information above is compiled from Advertisement No. 04/2026 for candidate guidance. Applicants are strongly advised to verify all subject qualifications, instructions, and official notices on upessc.up.gov.in before completing registration.