Advertisement No: 04/2026 | For 1936 Vacancies in Aided Colleges | Last Date: 07 October 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for the highly prestigious Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026. This massive state-level recruitment drive, operating under Advertisement No. 04/2026, is specifically designed to fill an impressive 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies across aided Co-Educational and Women's Degree Colleges throughout Uttar Pradesh.

Eligible postgraduates who have cleared NET / SET / SLET or hold a valid Ph.D. degree can submit the UPESSC Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 via the new OTR-based portal. The online application window is actively accepting registrations from 08 September 2026 to 07 October 2026. Below, academic aspirants will find completely verified details regarding subject-wise and category-wise seat distribution, maximum age limits, the robust application fee structure, expected exam dates, and the step-by-step registration procedure.

UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Key Overview

Important Dates & Exam Schedule

UPESSC strictly mandates the following recruitment timeline. A short correction window is provided; however, candidates are urged to fill out the form flawlessly on their first attempt.

UPESSC Application Fee Structure

The application processing fee must be strictly processed via online payment gateways (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI). The fee structure is non-refundable.

Salary & Age Limit Criteria

• Maximum Age Limit: 62 Years
• Age Relaxation: As per Uttar Pradesh UPESSC Assistant Professor Examination Rules Advt No 04/2026.

Pay Scale details

• Pay Level: Academic Pay Level 10.
• Pay Matrix: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400/- per month.

Post-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy Details (Total 1936 Posts)

The recruitment allocates vacancies comprehensively across 42 distinct subjects in Aided Co-Educational Degree Colleges and Women's Degree Colleges.

1. College-Type Vacancy Distribution

2. Major Subject-Wise Vacancy Highlights (Out of 42 Subjects)

*Note: For the exhaustive list of all 42 subjects and category-wise details, please strictly refer to the official notification PDF.

Educational Qualification Criteria

The academic thresholds are stringently aligned with the UGC (University Grants Commission) norms for Assistant Professors.

• Master's Degree: Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in the concerned / relevant / allied subject with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale wherever the grading system is followed) from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
• Eligibility Test: Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or the CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC, like SLET / SET.
• Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations are exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection mechanism for UPESSC Assistant Professor involves a Written Examination followed directly by a rigorous Personal Interview.

• Written Examination: The exam is objective-type, typically consisting of 120 questions carrying 360 marks. The duration of the exam is exactly 2 Hours.
• Syllabus Division: The paper is broadly divided into General Knowledge (30 Questions) and the Subject Selected by the Candidate (90 Questions).
• Interview: Candidates clearing the written exam cutoff will be subsequently called for a personality test and interview round.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for UPESSC Advt 04/2026

1. Access the New Portal: Open your web browser and navigate directly to the official UPESSC portal.
2. One-Time Registration (OTR): The application process is completely OTR-based. If you haven't registered on the UPESSC website, complete the OTR using your active mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar details.
3. Locate Application Link: Log in to your dashboard. Find the Advertisement No. 04/2026 for Assistant Professor Recruitment and click "Apply".
4. Fill Educational Data: Carefully verify your personal demographics fetched from OTR. Input your exact Post Graduate and NET/Ph.D. details. Select your subject preference carefully.
5. Upload Documents: Upload a high-quality scanned photograph, signature, and any required eligibility documents strictly as per the specified formats and file sizes.
6. Fee Payment: Preview the application. Proceed to pay the application fee securely via Net Banking, UPI, or Card.
7. Final Submission & Print: Check all columns carefully. Submit the form before 07 October 2026. Download the final PDF and e-receipt. Retain a physical printout for your records and future reference.

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