Brief Information
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially issued Advertisement Number 04/2026 announcing 1,936 vacancies for the post of Assistant Professor across higher education collegiate institutions in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates possessing a Master's degree with at least 55% marks alongside UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, SET, or a Ph.D. qualification can register through the commission's unified recruitment portal. The online registration window opened on September 8, 2026, and will conclude on October 7, 2026, with the written examination scheduled for November 19 and 20, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | 08/09/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08/09/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07/10/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07/10/2026 |
| Online Form Correction Last Date | 11/10/2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available Soon |
| Written Exam Date | 19-20 November 2026 |
| Result Declaration Date | Available Soon |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 2000/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 1500/- |
| PH (Divyang) | Rs. 1000/- |
Applicants must deposit the prescribed examination fee online using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or integrated UPI payment channels. Cash deposits, money orders, or offline postal orders will not be entertained. Application fee transactions are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable under all circumstances.
Eligibility & Vacancy Details
Recruited faculty members will receive remuneration under Academic Pay Matrix Level-10, with initial basic pay starting at Rs. 57,700 and reaching up to Rs. 1,82,400 per month, supplemented by standard state allowances.
Post-Wise Educational Qualifications and Age Criteria
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPESSC Assistant Professor | 1936 | Minimum: Not Specified Maximum: 62 Years |
Master's degree in the concerned, relevant, or allied subject with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (or equivalent grade) from an Indian university, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university. Candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or an accredited test such as SLET/SET, or must hold a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with UGC minimum standards and procedures regulations. |
Upper age relaxations and minimum qualifying mark relaxations apply to reserved category candidates in accordance with Uttar Pradesh government reservation rules.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category / Cadre | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Cadre | 636 | 421 | 138 | 347 | 22 | 1564 |
| Female Cadre | 160 | 95 | 23 | 92 | 02 | 372 |
| Total | 796 | 516 | 161 | 439 | 24 | 1936 |
Selection Process
The selection framework established by the commission consists of the following phases:
- Written Examination: An objective multiple-choice examination carrying assessments in General Knowledge (General Studies) and the specific subject domain chosen by the candidate.
- Personal Interview: Candidates qualifying the written cut-off benchmark will appear for the interview phase to evaluate domain mastery, research temperament, and pedagogical skills.
- Document Verification: Final merit preparation based on composite marks obtained in the written examination and personal interview, followed by thorough scrutiny of original postgraduate degrees, NET/JRF certificates, Ph.D. award notifications, and category certificates.
How to Apply Online for UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 for 1936 Post
- Open the official application portal of the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission at apply.upessc.org or through upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete the primary registration process by furnishing an active mobile number and personal email address to generate system credentials.
- Sign in to the recruitment dashboard using your assigned registration ID and password, then select the link for "UPESSC Assistant Professor Examination 2026".
- Fill in all academic records, postgraduate percentages, NET/SET/Ph.D. credentials, reservation category selections, and institutional preference choices.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, and relevant academic and caste certificates according to the prescribed dimensions.
- Remit the application fee through the online gateway and submit the final form. Download and save the final confirmation page and fee receipt for counseling verification.
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|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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