The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released the notification for Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026, Advertisement No. 04/2026. A total of 1,936 Assistant Professor vacancies have been announced for Co-Education and Female Colleges.

Eligible candidates can submit the UPESSC Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 from 08 September 2026 to 07 October 2026.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying. The notification contains important information regarding subject-wise eligibility, educational qualification, age limit, application fee, vacancy details, examination scheme and other recruitment conditions.
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Advertisement Number | 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1936 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 October 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 19–20 November 2026 |
| Official Website | UPESSC |
Important Dates
Candidates should keep the following UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 dates in mind:
- Online Application Begins: 08 September 2026
- Last Date for Registration: 07 October 2026
- Last Date for Examination Fee: 07 October 2026
- Last Date for Correction: 11 October 2026
- UPESSC Assistant Professor Exam: 19–20 November 2026
- Exam City Information: Before the examination
- Admit Card: To be released before the examination
- Answer Key: As per the UPESSC schedule
- Result: To be announced later
Important: Candidates should regularly check the official UPESSC website for any changes or additional notices related to the examination.
Application Fee
The category-wise application fee for the UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹1,500 |
| PH / Divyang | ₹1,000 |
The examination fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
UPESSC Assistant Professor Age Limit 2026
Age Limit as on 01 July 2026:
- Maximum Age: 62 Years
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per the UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment Rules and Advertisement No. 04/2026.
Candidates should check the official notification for category-wise age relaxation and other applicable conditions.
UPESSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026
A total of 1,936 Assistant Professor posts have been announced.
| Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor – Co-Education College | 1,564 |
| Assistant Professor – Female College | 372 |
| Total | 1,936 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor – Co-Education College | 636 | 421 | 138 | 347 | 22 | 1,564 |
| Assistant Professor – Female College | 160 | 95 | 23 | 92 | 02 | 372 |
| Total | 796 | 516 | 161 | 439 | 24 | 1,936 |
UPESSC Assistant Professor Subject-Wise Vacancy 2026
The subject-wise vacancy distribution is given below:
| Subject | Co-Education College | Female College | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 141 | 56 | 197 |
| English | 81 | 30 | 111 |
| Economics | 79 | 25 | 104 |
| Sociology | 57 | 25 | 82 |
| Physics | 95 | 1 | 96 |
| Chemistry | 167 | 12 | 179 |
| Mathematics | 48 | 1 | 49 |
| Commerce | 102 | 0 | 102 |
| Botany | 93 | 11 | 104 |
| History | 49 | 11 | 60 |
| Art | 7 | 17 | 24 |
| Philosophy | 15 | 1 | 16 |
| Zoology | 81 | 12 | 93 |
| Psychology | 45 | 27 | 72 |
| Political Science | 73 | 22 | 95 |
| Education | 14 | 20 | 34 |
| Music Gayan | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Sanskrit | 68 | 34 | 102 |
| Home Science | 5 | 25 | 30 |
| Geography | 92 | 3 | 95 |
| Physical Education | 28 | 7 | 35 |
| Military Science | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| Agriculture Economics | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| Anthropology | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Music Vadan | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Agronomy | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Animal Husbandry & Dairy Science | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Agriculture Chemical | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Agriculture Zoology | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Agriculture Engineering | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Music Tabla | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| Horticulture | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Urdu | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| Asian Culture | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Ancient History | 22 | 3 | 25 |
| Law | 61 | 0 | 61 |
| Statistics | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Geology | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Agricultural Genetics & Plant Breeding | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Entomology | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Agriculture Extension | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Agriculture Statistics | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 1,564 | 372 | 1,936 |
UPESSC Assistant Professor Eligibility 2026
Candidates applying for the UP Assistant Professor Recruitment should possess the prescribed educational qualification for their respective subject.
Educational Qualification
Generally, candidates should have:
- A Master’s Degree in the concerned/relevant subject with at least 55% marks.
- The candidate should fulfill the prescribed NET / SET / SLET / Ph.D. requirements, wherever applicable.
- Subject-specific educational qualifications may vary.
Note: Eligibility requirements are subject-specific. Candidates must check the detailed UPESSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 before submitting the application.
How to Apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete the online application:
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Open the Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Advertisement No. 04/2026 link.
- Complete the required registration/OTR process, if applicable.
- Enter personal, educational and other required information.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Carefully check all details entered in the application form.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment method.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the final submitted application form.
- Keep a printed copy for future reference.
Before submitting the form
Candidates should carefully verify:
- Name and personal details
- Educational qualification
- Subject selection
- Category
- Date of birth
- Uploaded photograph and signature
- Examination fee
- Contact details
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted according to the rules prescribed by UPESSC for Advertisement No. 04/2026.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete examination scheme, syllabus, subject-wise requirements and subsequent selection stages.
UPESSC Assistant Professor Exam Date 2026
According to the provided recruitment schedule, the UPESSC Assistant Professor examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.
The examination city information and admit card will be made available separately before the examination.
Candidates should begin their preparation early and regularly practice subject-wise questions, previous-year questions and mock tests.
UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions
- Read the complete official notification before applying.
- Apply only if you satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions.
- Make sure the selected subject matches your educational qualification.
- Upload documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the examination fee before the deadline.
- Check the application preview carefully before final submission.
- Save the registration/application number and submitted form.
- Keep a copy of the fee receipt and final application.
- Follow the official UPESSC website for future updates.
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / OTR | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Official Notification | Check the official UPESSC website |
| UPESSC Syllabus | Click Here for UPESSC Syllabus |
| Official Website | UPESSC Official Website |
