Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 04/2026)
1. Quick Facts Box
- Title: Recruitment of Assistant Professor
- Institution: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
- Location (State): Uttar Pradesh, India
- Place Mode: Physical / On-Campus (Aided Degree Colleges)
- Topic: Higher Education / Academic Faculty Recruitment
- Total Vacancies: 1,936 Posts (Co-educational Colleges: 1,564 | Women’s Colleges: 372)
- Last Date to Apply: 07 October 2026
- Application Mode: Online (Mandatory OTR – One Time Registration)
2. About the Recruitment Notification
Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for filling up 1,936 Assistant Professor posts under Advertisement Number 04/2026 in aided non-government co-educational and women’s degree colleges across Uttar Pradesh. The position carries a Pay Level-10 scale of Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400. Candidates must complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting their online application.
3. Eligibility Criteria & Exam Pattern
- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in the concerned/relevant subject with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) along with NET, SLET, SET, or Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations. Relaxation of 5% marks is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- Age Limit: Maximum age limit is 62 years as calculated on 01 July 2026. Age relaxations apply as per government rules.
- Application Fee:
- Unreserved / General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 2,000/-
- SC / ST: Rs. 1,500/-
- PwD (Divyang): Rs. 1,000/- (Payable online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).
- Selection Process & Exam Pattern: The selection comprises a Written Examination (360 marks, 120 objective MCQs: 30 General Knowledge + 90 Subject-specific, duration 2 hours, negative marking of 1 mark for incorrect answers), followed by an Interview / Personality Test (40 marks) and Document Verification.
- Tentative Exam Dates: 19 and 20 November 2026.
4. Important Guidelines & Application Instructions
Important Guidelines
- Mandatory OTR: Candidates must first complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official portal before applying.
- Correction Window: Form corrections can be made online up to 11 October 2026.
- Document Uploads: Upload scanned photograph (30 KB – 300 KB), signature (10 KB – 200 KB), and educational/category certificates in PDF format (50 KB – 500 KB). Ensure all details are verified before final submission.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q1: What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor recruitment?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application and fee is 07 October 2026. - Q2: What is the total number of vacancies announced?
Ans: A total of 1,936 vacancies are available across co-educational and women’s degree colleges in Uttar Pradesh. - Q3: When is the written examination scheduled?
Ans: The written examination is tentatively scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This content summarizes the official recruitment notification released by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) under Advt. No. 04/2026. Please check official announcements for any updates.