Uttar Pradesh UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1936 Post

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has invited online applications for 1,936 Assistant Professor posts in government degree colleges of the state under Advertisement No. 04/2026. The application started on 8 September 2026 and the last date to apply and pay the fee is 7 October 2026. The written exam is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.

If you have a Master's degree with NET, SET or a PhD and want to become a college lecturer in Uttar Pradesh, this is a big opportunity. Here are all the details in one place.

UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Key Details

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Category-Wise Vacancies

The vacancies are spread across more than 40 subjects. Among the subjects with the highest number of posts are Hindi (126), Chemistry (112), Economics (79) and Sanskrit (79). The full subject-wise list is in the official advertisement.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• A Master's degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (5% relaxation for SC, ST and OBC as per UGC norms).
• Qualification in NET / CSIR-NET / SLET / SET. Candidates who hold a PhD as per the UGC regulations 2018 may get an exemption.
• Candidates should check the exact subject-wise requirement in the notification.

Age Limit

Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is given as per the rules of the Uttar Pradesh Government. Please check the notification for the exact age limit.

Application Fee

Selection Process

1. Written examination of 360 marks.
2. Interview of 40 marks.
3. Final merit list based on the combined score of 400 marks.
4. Document verification and allotment of colleges.

Exam Pattern

The interview carries 40 marks, so the total for the final merit is 400 marks.

Salary

The post is at Pay Level 10 with a pay scale of ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 per month. Along with this, Assistant Professors get Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other benefits as per the state government rules.

How to Apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026

1. Go to the official website upessc.up.gov.in.
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR). It is mandatory before applying.
3. Log in and open the application for Advertisement No. 04/2026.
4. Select your subject and category, and fill in your educational details, NET/SET/PhD information and personal details.
5. Upload your photograph, signature and documents in the required format.
6. Pay the application fee online before 7 October 2026.
7. Submit the form, check it again in the correction window if needed (till 11 October 2026), and save a copy.

Documents Required

• Photograph and signature (scanned)
• Date of birth proof
• Graduation and Master's degree certificates and mark sheets
• NET / SLET / SET certificate or PhD proof
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and disability certificate, if applicable
• Domicile proof and Aadhaar or photo ID

Preparation Tips

• Know your subject syllabus well. 90 of the 120 questions come from your subject, so this is where most marks are decided.
• Revise UGC NET material. The subject-level of the exam is close to NET.
• Prepare General Knowledge with a focus on Uttar Pradesh. The GK section has 30 questions.
• Practise with negative marking in mind. A wrong answer costs 1 mark, so attempt only what you are sure about.
• Prepare for the interview. With 40 marks, a good interview can move you up the merit list. Be ready to speak on your subject and your teaching ideas.

Note: This article is based on the UPESSC advertisement and published reports as on 20 September 2026. Please read the official notification on upessc.up.gov.in for subject-wise details and the exact age limit before you apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are there in UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,936 vacancies: 1,564 in co-educational colleges and 372 in women's colleges.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026?
The last date to apply and pay the fee is 7 October 2026. The correction window is open up to 11 October 2026.

Q3. When is the UPESSC Assistant Professor exam?
The written exam is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.

Q4. What is the qualification needed for UP Assistant Professor?
You need a Master's degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks and NET, CSIR-NET, SLET or SET. Certain PhD holders may get an exemption as per UGC rules.

Q5. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹2,000 for General, OBC and EWS candidates, ₹1,500 for SC and ST candidates, and ₹1,000 for PwD candidates.

Q6. What is the exam pattern?
The written test has 120 questions (30 GK and 90 subject-based) for 360 marks in 2 hours, with 3 marks for each correct answer and 1 mark negative for a wrong answer. The interview is of 40 marks.

Q7. What is the salary of an Assistant Professor in UP?
The pay scale is Level 10, ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 per month, plus allowances.