UPESSC Announces Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has issued a reopened notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professors in various colleges across the state. A total of 1936 vacancies are available, including positions for co-education and female colleges.
Key Dates to Remember
- Application Start Date: 08 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 07 October 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: 07 October 2026
- Correction Window: 11 October 2026
- Examination Dates: 19-20 November 2026
- Admit Cards: Available before the exam
Application Fees
- General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 2000/-
- SC, ST: Rs. 1500/-
- Persons with Disabilities (PH): Rs. 1000/-
Payments can be made via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online methods.
Age Criteria
Applicants must be under 62 years of age as of 31 July 2026. Age relaxation rules apply as per UPESSC guidelines.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor, Co-Education Colleges | 1564 |
| Assistant Professor, Female Colleges | 375 |
For detailed category-wise and subject-wise vacancies, candidates should refer to the official notification.
Educational Qualifications
- Postgraduate degree with at least 55% marks
- NET/SLET/SET qualification or a Ph.D. degree
- Applicants are advised to thoroughly read the official notification before applying.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official UPESSC website https://upessc.up.gov.in/ or directly via the application link provided below. Applications must be submitted before the deadline.
Note: Candidates should carefully review the official notification regarding eligibility, age limits, and qualifications before filling out the application form.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted through the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When did the online application process start?
A: Applications opened on 08 September 2026.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: The final date to submit applications is 07 October 2026.
Q: What is the age limit for applicants?
A: Maximum age is 62 years as of 31 July 2026, with applicable relaxations.
Q: What qualifications are required?
A: Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree with minimum 55% marks and have cleared NET/SLET/SET or hold a Ph.D.
Q: How can candidates apply?
A: Applications must be submitted online via the official UPESSC portal.
Q: How to check results?
A: Results will be available online; candidates can download them using their registration number, roll number, and date of birth.
Q: What is the official UPESSC website?
A: The official site is https://upessc.up.gov.in/.
