Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,936 Assistant Professor posts. You can apply online between 8 Sep 2026 and 7 Oct 2026. The exam is scheduled for 19 to 20 November 2026.
Below you will find the important dates, application fee, age limit, post-wise vacancies, eligibility and the official links to apply. Read the official notification once before you fill in the form.
UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Overview
Key details in one table:
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 1,936 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application starts | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Exam date | 19 to 20 November 2026 |
| Age limit | maximum 62 years (as on 1 Jul 2026) |
| Application fee | ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 (by category) |
| Official website | upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Application starts | 8 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Last date to pay the fee | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Form correction dates | 11 Oct 2026 |
| UPESSC Assistant Professor Exam Date | 19 to 20 November 2026 |
| Exam City Available | Before the exam |
| Admit Card Available | Before the exam |
| Answer Key Available | As per schedule |
| Result Declared | As per schedule |
Dates as given in the official notice. Organisations sometimes change them, so check the official website before each step.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹1,500 |
| PH (Divyang) | ₹1,000 |
Payment options: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Pay the fee before the last date for payment; a form without the fee is not accepted.
Age Limit
| Maximum age | 62 years |
|---|---|
| Age counted as on | 1 Jul 2026 |
Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the recruitment rules; the official notification has the category-wise details.
Vacancy Details
There are 1,936 posts in total.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | 1,936 |
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Co Education College | 636 | 421 | 138 | 347 | 22 | 1564 |
| Assistant Professor for Female College | 160 | 95 | 23 | 92 | 02 | 372 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification:
- Master degree in related subject with minimum 55% marks
- NET / SET / SLET / Phd
Post-wise qualification details, including any experience or physical standards, are in the official notification.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification and check that you meet the age and qualification rules.
- Click "Apply Online" below. It opens the application page on apply.upessc.org.
- Complete the one-time registration and log in.
- Enter your details carefully and upload the photo, signature and documents asked for.
- Pay the application fee online (₹1,000 to ₹2,000, depending on your category).
- Check the preview, submit the form and keep a printout or PDF of the confirmation page. Finish before 7 Oct 2026.
Important Links
Each link goes to the official website of the organisation.
| Apply Online (OTR) | apply.upessc.org |
|---|---|
| Official website | upessc.up.gov.in |
More Updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to what candidates ask most.
1What is the last date to apply for the UPESSC UP Assistant Professor recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 7 Oct 2026.
2How many vacancies are there?
The notification lists 1,936 vacancies.
3What is the age limit?
The age limit is maximum 62 years (as on 1 Jul 2026). Relaxation applies as per the rules for reserved categories.
4What is the application fee?
General / OBC / EWS: ₹2,000; SC / ST: ₹1,500; PH (Divyang): ₹1,000.
5What qualification is needed?
The notice asks for: master degree in related subject with minimum 55% marks. Check the post-wise details in the official notification.
6When is the exam?
The exam date given in the notice is 19 to 20 November 2026.
7How do I apply?
Apply online on apply.upessc.org using the Apply Online link in this post, then pay the fee and submit the form.
Conclusion
The UPESSC UP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 has 1,936 Assistant Professor posts and the last date to apply is 7 Oct 2026. Read the official notification, keep your documents ready and apply in good time.
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