The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has invited online applications for 1,936 Assistant Professor posts in aided co-educational and women’s colleges across Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 04/2026, and the online application process has already started.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the UPESSC portal until October 7, 2026. The Commission has also announced the written examination dates in advance, with the Assistant Professor selection examination scheduled for November 19 and 20, 2026.
The recruitment covers 42 subjects, including Hindi, English, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, History, Political Science, Education, Geography, Law, Sanskrit, and several agriculture-related disciplines. Candidates should check the subject-wise eligibility requirements carefully before submitting the application.
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UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission |
| Post | Assistant Professor |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,936 |
| Application Start Date | September 8, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | October 7, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | October 11, 2026 |
| Written Exam Dates | November 19 and 20, 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination and Interview |
| Pay Level | Level 10 |
| Pay Scale | ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 |
Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) before submitting the application form. Applications submitted through any mode other than the prescribed online system will not be accepted.
Vacancy Details
The Commission has advertised a total of 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies.
Of these, 1,564 vacancies are in aided co-educational colleges, while 372 posts are available in women’s colleges.
| College Type | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Co-educational colleges | 1,564 |
| Women’s colleges | 372 |
| Total | 1,936 |
The vacancy table attached to the notification provides subject-wise and category-wise distribution of posts. The Commission has also clarified that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on administrative requirements.
Subject-Wise Vacancies
The recruitment covers a wide range of humanities, science, commerce, social science, and agriculture subjects.
Some of the larger vacancy groups include:
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 197 |
| Chemistry | 179 |
| English | 111 |
| Economics | 104 |
| Botany | 104 |
| Commerce | 102 |
| Sanskrit | 102 |
| Physics | 96 |
| Political Science | 95 |
| Geography | 95 |
| Zoology | 93 |
| Sociology | 82 |
| Psychology | 72 |
| Law | 61 |
| History | 60 |
| Mathematics | 49 |
Other vacancies are available in Education, Philosophy, Home Science, Physical Education, Military Science, Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Agricultural Chemistry, Agricultural Engineering, Horticulture, Urdu, Ancient History, Statistics, Geology, Entomology, Agricultural Extension, and related disciplines.
Candidates should refer to the subject-wise vacancy table in the notification before choosing their subject.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | September 8, 2026 |
| OTR/Application process started | September 8, 2026 |
| Last date to deposit the application fee | October 7, 2026 |
| Last date for application correction | October 11, 2026 |
| Written examination | November 19 and 20, 2026 |
Candidates should not wait until the final day to complete the application, particularly because OTR, document uploading, and fee payment must all be completed correctly.
Educational Qualification
For most subjects, applicants are required to possess a Master’s degree in the relevant, related, or equivalent subject with at least 55% marks from an Indian university or an equivalent qualification from an accredited foreign university.
Candidates must generally also have qualified:
- UGC NET, or
- CSIR NET, or
- The UGC recognizes SLET/SET.
Candidates holding an eligible PhD degree may receive exemption from NET/SLET/SET requirements in accordance with the applicable UGC regulations and conditions mentioned in the recruitment notification.
The notification also provides detailed subject-wise equivalence rules. For example, certain allied postgraduate qualifications are accepted for subjects such as English, History, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, Commerce, Botany, Zoology, Physics, and several agricultural disciplines.
Candidates should therefore verify whether their postgraduate subject is specifically recognized as an allied or equivalent discipline before applying.
Relaxation in Academic Marks
The notification relaxes the postgraduate-level qualifying marks for certain eligible reserved categories.
Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), and specified disability categories may receive a 5-percentage-point relaxation in the qualifying marks, subject to applicable rules.
A relaxation from 55% to 50% is also provided in certain cases for PhD holders who obtained their Master’s degree before September 19, 1991.
Applicants should rely on the exact conditions specified in the notification while determining eligibility.
Age Limit
The age calculation date is July 1, 2026.
The notification states that candidates aged 62 or older as of July 1, 2026, will not be eligible to apply.
Applicants should ensure that the date of birth entered in the application matches the date recorded in their High School or equivalent examination certificate.
Application Fee
UPESSC has prescribed different application fees according to category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS and others | ₹2,000 |
| SC/ST | ₹1,500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹1,000 |
The fee can be paid through the available online payment methods, including credit card, debit card, and net banking.
Candidates should retain the payment receipt after completing the transaction.
Salary
Selected Assistant Professors will be placed in Pay Level 10.
The notified pay scale is:
₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates may receive applicable allowances and other benefits in accordance with prevailing government and service rules.
Selection Process
The final selection will be based on a written examination followed by an interview.
The overall selection structure carries 400 marks:
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 360 |
| Interview | 40 |
| Total | 400 |
The merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in these stages.
The notification also prescribes tie-breaking rules where two or more candidates obtain the same final marks.
Exam Pattern
The written examination will contain 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions.
| Component | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 30 |
| Concerned Subject | 90 |
| Total | 120 |
The examination duration will be two hours.
Each correct answer will carry 3 marks. One mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer or for every time more than one option is marked.
Therefore:
Correct answer: +3 marks
Incorrect answer: -1 mark
Candidates will be required to mark answers on the OMR sheet using a black ballpoint pen.
Interview Process
Candidates shortlisted based on their written examination performance will be called for an interview.
Interview details, including the date, time, and venue, will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via SMS, email, and the Commission’s website.
The interview will carry 40 marks.
Candidates called for the interview must also produce the prescribed original documents along with self-attested copies for verification.
Reservation Rules
A reservation will be provided in accordance with the applicable Uttar Pradesh government rules.
The notification contains category-wise reservation for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates along with horizontal reservation provisions for eligible women, persons with disabilities, and dependents of freedom fighters.
Candidates belonging to reserved categories outside Uttar Pradesh will not be entitled to the reservation benefits available to Uttar Pradesh residents under the notified provisions. They will generally be treated as unreserved candidates for this purpose.
Documents and Upload Requirements
Candidates should prepare the required documents before completing the application.
The notification specifies that the signature should be uploaded in JPG or JPEG format, while certificates and supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format within the prescribed size limits.
Applicants will also have to upload a passport-size photograph and other documents required by the online application system.
Candidates are advised to retain multiple copies of the submitted application form, as they may be required during the interview and document verification process.
How to Apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Candidates can complete the application through the UPESSC online portal.
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration if not already registered.
- Open Advertisement No. 04/2026 for Assistant Professor recruitment.
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details.
- Select the relevant subject and post.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Review all information carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application and retain copies for future use.
Candidates should enter all details carefully, as important particulars may not be changed after final submission.
An application-correction facility will remain available only up to October 11, 2026.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Applicants must possess all mandatory qualifications by the prescribed eligibility deadline.
The application form must be completed in English, according to the instructions in the notification.
Candidates submitting more than one application for the same recruitment should note that, if multiple applications are ultimately submitted, only the latest valid application will be considered, and earlier applications may be treated as canceled.
Applicants currently employed should also be prepared to produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer when required during the selection process.
Candidates should verify their subject equivalence particularly carefully because the notification contains a detailed list of accepted allied disciplines for several subjects.
