UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 1,936 Posts, Apply Before 07 October 2026
UPESSC UP Assistant Professor 2026 : Short Details
| Notification No. | 04/2026 |
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Examinations and Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (College & University) |
| Total Vacancy | 1,936 Positions |
| Advertisement Number | 04/2026 |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in (UPESSC) |
The Uttar Pradesh Examinations and Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released advertisement number 04/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Professor posts in colleges and universities. This recruitment is for 1,936 positions. The online application has started on 08 September 2026 and candidates can apply up to 07 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 08 September 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 11 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 19 – 20 November 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| General, EWS, OBC | ₹ 2000/- |
| SC, ST | ₹ 1500/- |
| PH | ₹ 1000/- |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age (as on 01 July 2026) | Not prescribed |
| Maximum Age (as on 01 July 2026) | 62 Years |
Age relaxation is provided as per UPESSC rules. The upper age limit is 62 years as on 01 July 2026.
Educational Qualification
The subject-wise, college-wise and category-wise eligibility for the Assistant Professor posts is given in the official UPESSC advertisement numbered 04/2026.
The qualification generally requires a Master’s degree with the marks specified in the advertisement, along with the NET / SRT or equivalent requirement as notified.
The reservation and roster conditions apply as per the rules for higher education posts in Uttar Pradesh.
Please read the official advertisement numbered 04/2026 for the complete subject-wise eligibility, desired experience and college-wise requirements.
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official UPESSC website at upessc.up.gov.in
- Open the advertisement numbered 04/2026 and check the subject-wise eligibility
- Register on the UPESSC online application portal at apply.upessc.org
- Fill in the online application form with your academic and experience details
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form before 07 October 2026 and pay the fee by 11 October 2026
Important Links
| Apply Online (UPESSC) | Click Here |
| Official Advertisement 04/2026 (PDF) | Click Here |
| UPESSC Syllabus Section | Click Here |
| UPESSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPESSC UP Assistant Professor 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 07 October 2026, and the fee payment deadline is 11 October 2026.
How many posts are there in UPESSC UP Assistant Professor 2026?
There are 1,936 positions under advertisement 04/2026.
What is the application fee?
₹2000/- for General, EWS and OBC candidates; ₹1500/- for SC and ST candidates; and ₹1000/- for PH candidates.
What is the age limit for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026?
There is no prescribed minimum age, and the maximum age is 62 years as on 01 July 2026, with relaxation as per rules.
When is the exam held?
The examination will be held on 19 and 20 November 2026.
What is the advertisement number?
The advertisement number is 04/2026.
Important Notes
- The form deadline (07 October 2026) and the fee deadline (11 October 2026) are different. Paying the fee after the form deadline will not complete your application.
- This is a subject-wise recruitment. Check that the subject you want to apply for is part of this advertisement before applying.
- This is advertisement 04/2026 for Assistant Professor posts, which is a different recruitment from the UPESSC PGT and PRT teacher notifications.
- The examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026, so the admit card will be released before that date.