UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Professors in aided co-educational and women's degree colleges across Uttar Pradesh. A total of 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies have been announced across 42 subjects including Hindi, English, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, History, Geography, Political Science, Education, Law, Agriculture and other disciplines. Eligible candidates with a Master's degree with the prescribed minimum marks and the required NET/SLET/SET qualification or applicable exemption can apply through the OTR-based online application system. The recruitment process includes a 360-mark written examination followed by a 40-mark interview, with the final merit list prepared on the basis of both stages. The online application process begins on 08 September 2026, while the written examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement Number | 04/2026 |
| Post | Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 1,936 |
| Co-Educational Colleges | 1,564 |
| Women's Colleges | 372 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| OTR / Application Start Date | 08 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 11 October 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 19 & 20 November 2026 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 62 years as on 01 July 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Master's Degree with at least 55% marks in the concerned/relevant subject and prescribed NET/SLET/SET or applicable exemption |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Interview |
| Written Examination | 360 Marks |
| Interview | 40 Marks |
| Maximum Selection Marks | 400 Marks |
| Written Examination Duration | 2 Hours |
| Written Examination Questions | 120 Objective Questions |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deducted for each incorrect/multiple answer |
| Pay Level | Level-10 |
| Pay Scale | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 |
| Application Fee – General/OBC/EWS/Others | ₹2,000 |
| Application Fee – SC/ST | ₹1,500 |
| Application Fee – Divyang | ₹1,000 |
| Official Website | https://upessc.up.gov.in |
| Post | Educational Qualification / Experience & Other Requirement |
| Assistant Professor – General Subjects | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in the concerned/relevant subject from an Indian University recognized/affiliated under the applicable rules, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university. Candidate must also have qualified UGC/CSIR National Eligibility Test (NET) or an equivalent UGC-accredited SLET/SET, subject to the exemptions prescribed in the notification. |
| Assistant Professor – Ph.D. Exemption | Candidates possessing a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with the applicable UGC M.Phil./Ph.D. regulations may be exempted from the requirement of NET/SLET/SET, subject to fulfillment of the conditions prescribed in the notification. The notification specifies additional requirements for certain Ph.D. holders, including regular-mode Ph.D., evaluation by external examiners, open viva-voce and prescribed research publications/presentations. |
| Assistant Professor – Art / Drawing and Painting | Master's degree or equivalent qualification in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks, along with NET/SLET/SET or applicable exemption. Traditional or professional artists with a Bachelor's degree and significant professional achievement in the relevant discipline may also qualify under the specific alternative eligibility conditions prescribed in the notification. |
| Assistant Professor – Music Vocal / Music Instrumental / Tabla | Master's degree or equivalent qualification in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks along with NET/SLET/SET or applicable exemption. Certain traditional or professional artists with a Bachelor's degree and significant professional achievement may qualify under the alternative eligibility route prescribed in the notification. |
| Assistant Professor – Sanskrit | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in Sanskrit or the prescribed equivalent qualification. Candidates must also satisfy the applicable NET/SLET/SET requirement or exemption specified in the notification. |
| Assistant Professor – Education | Master's degree in the concerned/relevant subject with at least 55% marks and the prescribed NET/SLET/SET or applicable exemption. Master of Education (M.Ed.) is specified as an interrelated/equivalent subject for the Education discipline. |
| Assistant Professor – Physical Education | Master's degree in the concerned/relevant subject with at least 55% marks. M.P.Ed./M.P.E. is specified as an interrelated/equivalent qualification for the subject, along with the prescribed NET/SLET/SET or applicable exemption. |
| Assistant Professor – Law | Master's degree in Law with at least 55% marks in the relevant subject, subject to the interrelated subject and NET/SLET/SET or applicable exemption conditions prescribed by the Commission. |
| Assistant Professor – Commerce | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in Commerce or prescribed interrelated subjects such as Business Administration & Management, Accountancy and Business Statistics, or Economic Administration and Financial Management, along with the applicable NET/SLET/SET or exemption. |
| Assistant Professor – Agriculture and Allied Subjects | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in the concerned agricultural/allied subject or prescribed equivalent/interrelated subject. The notification specifies subject-wise acceptable qualifications for Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Agricultural Botany, Agricultural Chemistry, Entomology, Agricultural Extension and Agricultural Statistics. |
| Minimum Marks Relaxation | A 5% relaxation in the minimum 55% marks requirement is available for candidates belonging to the specified SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PwBD categories and other categories covered by the applicable rules, subject to the conditions prescribed in the notification. Certain Ph.D. holders who obtained the specified degree before 19 September 1991 may also receive the prescribed relaxation. |
| Age Limit | Maximum age is 62 years as on 01 July 2026. Candidates exceeding 62 years of age on the prescribed cut-off date are not eligible. |
| Nationality | Applications are invited from citizens of India. Candidates must fulfill all eligibility requirements prescribed by UPESSC and the Uttar Pradesh Government. |
| Reservation Eligibility | Reservation benefits for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, women, Divyang and dependents of freedom fighters are available as per applicable Uttar Pradesh Government rules. Candidates claiming reservation benefits must fulfill the prescribed domicile and certificate requirements. |
UPESSC has invited online applications for 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies in aided co-educational and women's degree colleges of Uttar Pradesh under Advertisement No. 04/2026. For the advertised subjects, candidates generally require a Master's degree in the concerned/relevant subject with at least 55% marks from a recognized Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university, along with UGC/CSIR NET or UGC-accredited SLET/SET qualification, subject to prescribed exemptions. Certain Ph.D. holders and candidates covered under the specified UGC regulations may be exempted from NET/SLET/SET. Subject-specific qualifications and equivalent/interrelated subjects are prescribed separately in the notification.
| Examination | Questions / Marks / Duration |
| Written Examination – General Knowledge | 30 Questions / 90 Marks |
| Written Examination – Concerned Subject | 90 Questions / 270 Marks |
| Written Examination – Total | 120 Questions / 360 Marks / 2 Hours |
| Interview | 40 Marks |
| Final Selection | 400 Marks – Written Examination 360 Marks + Interview 40 Marks |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Options per Question | 4 options, with one most appropriate answer |
| Correct Answer | 3 Marks |
| Incorrect / Multiple Answer | 1 Mark Negative Marking |
| Answer Sheet | OMR Answer Sheet |
| Paper Language | Questions are generally provided in Hindi and English; language-subject questions are presented in the concerned language. |
The UPESSC Assistant Professor selection process consists of a written examination followed by an interview. The written examination carries 360 marks and contains 120 objective multiple-choice questions. Out of 120 questions, 30 questions are based on General Knowledge and 90 questions are based on the concerned subject. The written examination is of 2 hours duration. Each correct answer carries 3 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for an incorrect or multiple answer. The final merit list is prepared on the basis of 360 marks of the written examination and 40 marks of the interview, for a total of 400 marks.
| Subject | No. of Positions |
| Hindi | 197 |
| English | 111 |
| Economics | 104 |
| Sociology | 82 |
| Physics | 96 |
| Chemistry | 179 |
| Mathematics | 49 |
| Commerce | 102 |
| Botany | 104 |
| History | 60 |
| Art / Drawing and Painting | 24 |
| Philosophy | 16 |
| Zoology | 93 |
| Psychology | 72 |
| Political Science | 95 |
| Education | 34 |
| Music Vocal | 12 |
| Sanskrit | 102 |
| Home Science | 30 |
| Geography | 95 |
| Physical Education | 35 |
| Military Science / Defence Studies | 41 |
| Agricultural Economics | 9 |
| Anthropology | 1 |
| Music Instrumental | 1 |
| Agronomy | 11 |
| Animal Husbandry and Dairying | 12 |
| Agricultural Chemistry | 8 |
| Agricultural Botany | 8 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 6 |
| Music Instrumental – Tabla | 9 |
| Horticulture | 6 |
| Urdu | 11 |
| Asian Culture | 1 |
| Ancient History | 25 |
| Law | 61 |
| Statistics | 13 |
| Geology | 6 |
| Genetics and Plant Breeding | 5 |
| Entomology | 4 |
| Agricultural Extension | 4 |
| Agricultural Statistics | 2 |
| Total | 1936 |
A total of 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies have been advertised under UPESSC Advertisement No. 04/2026. The vacancies are distributed across 42 subjects in aided co-educational and women's degree colleges. There are 1,564 vacancies in co-educational colleges and 372 vacancies in women's colleges. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on the requisitions received from the Directorate of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh.
| Stage | Details |
| Written Examination | A 360-mark objective written examination consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions. Each question carries 3 marks. There are 30 questions from General Knowledge and 90 questions from the concerned subject. |
| Written Examination Duration | The written examination is of 2 hours. |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer or multiple answer. Candidates must mark the correct answer on the OMR answer sheet using a black ball-point pen. |
| Written Examination Shortlisting | Candidates are shortlisted for the interview on the basis of their performance in the written examination. Written examination cut-off and candidate marks are displayed after completion of the selection process. |
| Interview | Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview carrying 40 marks. Interview information is communicated through SMS, email, newspapers and the Commission's website. |
| Final Merit | The final merit list is prepared on the basis of 360 marks of the written examination and 40 marks of the interview, for a total of 400 marks. |
| Tie-Breaking | If two or more candidates have equal merit, written examination marks are considered first. If written examination marks are also equal, interview marks and subsequently the other tie-breaking criteria specified in the notification are considered. |
| College Allotment | The allotment of selected candidates to colleges is carried out by the authorized officer of the Directorate of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must produce the required original documents and self-attested copies at the time of interview for verification of age, educational qualification, category and other eligibility claims. |
Selection will be based on a written examination carrying 360 marks and an interview carrying 40 marks. Candidates will be shortlisted for interview on the basis of their written examination performance. The final merit list will be prepared using written examination and interview marks. In case of equal merit, the written examination marks will be considered first, followed by interview marks and the other tie-breaking criteria prescribed in the notification. College allotment is to be carried out by the authorized officer of the Directorate of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj.
| Post | Pay Level / Pay Scale |
| Assistant Professor | Level-10: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 |
The Assistant Professor post carries Pay Level-10 with a pay scale of ₹57,700–₹1,82,400. Candidates appointed to the advertised posts will receive the applicable Government allowances and benefits according to the rules governing the concerned aided degree colleges.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / Unreserved / OBC / EWS / Other | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹1,500 |
| Divyang Candidates | ₹1,000 |
| Payment Mode | Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking through the online payment gateway |
| Fee Refund | Application fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other application. |
The examination/application fee is ₹2,000 for General, Unreserved, Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other applicable candidates. The fee is ₹1,500 for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, while the fee for Divyang candidates is ₹1,000. The examination fee must be paid online through the available payment gateway using Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
| Advertisement Date | 08 September 2026. |
| OTR / Online Application Start Date | 08 September 2026. |
| Last Date for Examination Fee Payment | 07 October 2026. |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 11 October 2026. |
| Written Examination Date | 19 and 20 November 2026. |
| Application Mode | Only OTR-based online applications are accepted through the official UPESSC website. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted. |
| One Time Registration | One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before submitting the online application. |
| Application Language | Registration and online application must be completed in the English language. |
| Application Correction | Candidates can correct permitted details within the correction period prescribed by the Commission. After the final submission/correction deadline, changes are not permitted. |
| Multiple Applications | If more than one application is submitted for the advertised posts, only the last submitted application will be treated as valid and the remaining applications will be cancelled. |
| Photograph and Signature | The candidate must upload a prescribed-size photograph and a clear scanned signature. The signature must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG format and within the size and resolution limits specified in the notification. |
| Uploaded Certificates | Certificates/documents uploaded with the application must be in PDF format and within the prescribed file-size limits. |
| Eligibility Cut-Off | Candidates must possess all mandatory qualifications by the last date for submission/acceptance of applications. Candidates should apply only after ensuring that they satisfy every prescribed eligibility condition. |
| Age Cut-Off | Age is calculated as on 01 July 2026 and the maximum permissible age is 62 years. |
| Reservation | Reservation benefits for SC/ST/OBC/EWS, women, Divyang and dependent of freedom fighter candidates are subject to Uttar Pradesh Government rules. Candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh are not eligible for the applicable Uttar Pradesh reservation benefits. |
| EWS Certificate | Candidates claiming EWS reservation must submit the EWS certificate in the prescribed Uttar Pradesh Government format and for the prescribed financial year. |
| OBC Certificate | OBC candidates claiming reservation must possess the prescribed Uttar Pradesh OBC certificate and satisfy the applicable non-creamy-layer requirements. |
| Written Examination Centre | Candidates must appear at the examination centre allotted by the Commission. Change of allotted examination centre is not ordinarily permitted. |
| Admit Card | Admit cards will be made available through the UPESSC website. Candidates must download the admit card using the registration/application credentials provided by the Commission. |
| Black Ball-Point Pen | Candidates must bring a black ball-point pen for marking answers on the OMR sheet. |
| OMR Sheet | Only the specified OMR bubbles should be darkened completely. Any improper marking, overwriting or unauthorized marks may result in the answer sheet not being evaluated. |
| Scribe Facility | Eligible Divyang candidates may receive scribe facility according to the applicable Government orders. Candidates seeking a scribe must complete the prescribed procedure before the written examination. |
| Travel Allowance | No travelling allowance is payable for appearing in the written examination or interview. |
| Interview Documents | Shortlisted candidates must bring two sets of self-attested copies of the required educational, category and other documents along with the originals for verification. |
| False Information | Suppression of information, submission of false documents or incorrect declarations may result in cancellation of candidature and debarment from future examinations/selections. |
| Final Authority | The decision of UPESSC regarding eligibility, acceptance/rejection of applications, examination and selection is final and binding subject to applicable legal provisions. |
| Official Updates | Candidates should regularly visit the official UPESSC website for admit cards, examination centre information, cut-offs, interview schedules, results and other recruitment updates. |
The recruitment advertisement was published on 08 September 2026. Online OTR/application registration starts on 08 September 2026, the last date for payment of the application fee is 07 October 2026, and the last date for correction in the online application is 11 October 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026. One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before submitting the online application. Applications must be completed online through the UPESSC website. Once the final application is submitted, changes in category, sub-category, date of birth, gender and other submitted details are not permitted except through the correction facility within the prescribed period.
| Document | Requirement |
| Online Application Form | Self-attested copies of the submitted online application form are required at the interview. |
| High School Marksheet / Certificate | Required for verification of educational record and date of birth. The date of birth recorded in the High School or equivalent certificate is treated as valid. |
| Intermediate Marksheet / Certificate | Required for verification during the interview/document verification stage. |
| Graduation Marksheets / Degree | Self-attested copies of all applicable year/semester marksheets and degree certificate. |
| Post-Graduation Marksheets / Degree | Self-attested copies of first and second year marksheets and degree certificate, as applicable. |
| LL.B. / LL.M. Documents | Required for candidates applying under Law or claiming applicable Law qualifications. |
| M.Ed. / M.P.Ed. / Other Professional Qualification | Required wherever the concerned subject eligibility requires or accepts the relevant professional qualification. |
| NET / SLET / SET Certificate | Required wherever the candidate is claiming eligibility through NET/SLET/SET. |
| Ph.D. / D.Phil. Certificate | Required for candidates claiming exemption from NET/SLET/SET on the basis of Ph.D./D.Phil. qualification. |
| M.Phil. Certificate | Required wherever applicable for qualification/exemption claims. |
| Category Certificate | SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate in the prescribed format for candidates claiming reservation benefits. |
| Divyang Certificate | Prescribed disability certificate for eligible Divyang candidates. |
| Dependent of Freedom Fighter Certificate | Prescribed certificate for candidates claiming reservation under the dependent of freedom fighter category. |
| No Objection Certificate | NOC from the employer is required for serving candidates when called for interview. |
| Character Certificate | Self-attested character certificate from the final educational institution as prescribed. |
| Court Case Declaration | Required declaration/affidavit regarding pending or disposed court cases and criminal proceedings as prescribed in the notification. |
Candidates shortlisted for interview must produce self-attested copies and originals of the documents supporting their eligibility. These include the online application form, High School and Intermediate marksheets/certificates, graduation marksheets and degree, post-graduation marksheets and degree, LLB/LLM where applicable, M.Ed., LLM, Ph.D./D.Phil., M.Phil., D.Litt./D.Sc./LL.D. or other applicable qualification documents, NET/SLET/SET certificate where applicable, No Objection Certificate for serving candidates, applicable caste/EWS/Divyang/Dependent of Freedom Fighter certificates for eligible Uttar Pradesh candidates, character certificates and other documents specified in the notification.
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| What is UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? | UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is the recruitment examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission for appointment of Assistant Professors in aided co-educational and women's degree colleges of Uttar Pradesh under Advertisement No. 04/2026. |
| How many vacancies are available in UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? | A total of 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies have been advertised across 42 subjects. There are 1,564 vacancies in co-educational colleges and 372 vacancies in women's colleges. |
| Which subjects are included in UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? | The vacancies are available in subjects including Hindi, English, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, Botany, History, Art, Philosophy, Zoology, Psychology, Political Science, Education, Music, Sanskrit, Home Science, Geography, Physical Education, Military Science, Agriculture-related subjects, Law, Statistics, Geology, Entomology, Asian Culture and other disciplines listed in the notification. |
| What is the application start date for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026? | The OTR-based online application process starts on 08 September 2026. |
| What is the last date to pay the UPESSC Assistant Professor application fee? | The last date for payment of the examination/application fee is 07 October 2026. |
| What is the last date for UPESSC Assistant Professor application correction? | The last date for making permitted corrections in the online application is 11 October 2026. |
| When will the UPESSC Assistant Professor written exam be conducted? | The written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 19 and 20 November 2026. |
| What is the age limit for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? | The maximum age limit is 62 years as on 01 July 2026. |
| What is the educational qualification for UPESSC Assistant Professor? | Candidates generally require a Master's degree in the concerned/relevant subject with at least 55% marks from a recognized Indian University or an equivalent foreign qualification, along with UGC/CSIR NET or UGC-accredited SLET/SET, subject to prescribed exemptions. |
| Is NET compulsory for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment? | NET/SLET/SET is generally required along with the prescribed Master's degree. However, specified Ph.D. holders and candidates satisfying the applicable UGC exemption conditions may be exempted from NET/SLET/SET. |
| What is the minimum percentage required for UPESSC Assistant Professor? | The general minimum requirement is 55% marks in the prescribed Master's degree. A 5% relaxation is available for specified reserved and eligible categories as per the notification and applicable rules. |
| What is the salary of UPESSC Assistant Professor? | The Assistant Professor post carries Pay Level-10 with a pay scale of ₹57,700–₹1,82,400, along with applicable allowances and benefits. |
| What is the UPESSC Assistant Professor selection process? | Selection consists of a 360-mark written examination followed by a 40-mark interview. The final merit list is prepared on the basis of the combined written examination and interview marks. |
| What is the UPESSC Assistant Professor exam pattern? | The written examination consists of 120 objective questions carrying 360 marks. There are 30 General Knowledge questions carrying 90 marks and 90 concerned-subject questions carrying 270 marks. The duration is 2 hours. |
| Is there negative marking in the UPESSC Assistant Professor exam? | Yes. Each correct answer carries 3 marks and 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect or multiple answer. |
| How many marks is the UPESSC Assistant Professor interview? | The interview carries 40 marks. |
