UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 107 Vacancies Announced
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released the Amended Advertisement No. 51 for the recruitment of 107 Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) posts in aided non-government degree colleges across Uttar Pradesh. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for eligible candidates holding postgraduate and M.Ed. qualifications along with UGC NET or Ph.D. in Education to secure permanent teaching positions in the state's higher education sector.
Short Information
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has announced 107 vacancies for Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) under Advertisement No. 51 (Amended). The online application process commenced on 28 April 2026 and the last date to submit the application form and pay the fee is 27 May 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 28 July 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000/- | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, Wallets, NEFT, RTGS |
| SC / ST | ₹1,000/- | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, Wallets, NEFT, RTGS |
Note: Additional online transaction charges apply as per the payment gateway. Candidates from other states belonging to OBC/SC/ST categories will be treated as General (UR) and must pay the General category fee. Candidates who applied under previous advertisements (09.07.2022 or 23.05.2025) and are re-applying do not need to pay the fee again if they meet the mandatory educational qualification as on 31.08.2022.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 31.08.2022) | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) | 107 | 21 – 62 Years | Option 1: Postgraduate degree in Science/Mathematics/Social Science/Humanities with 55% marks AND M.Ed. with 55% marks.<br><br>Option 2: Postgraduate degree in Science/Mathematics/Social Science/Humanities with 55% marks AND M.A. Education with 55% marks AND B.Ed. or equivalent with 55% marks.<br><br>Additionally (for both options): UGC NET in Education OR Ph.D./D.Phil. in Education as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016. | ₹15,600 – ₹39,100 (Grade Pay ₹6,000) |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 44 |
| EWS | 7 |
| OBC | 36 |
| SC | 20 |
| ST | 0 |
| Total | 107 |
Important Reservation Notes: Only candidates with original domicile of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Freedom Fighter Dependent/PwBD reservation benefits. Candidates from other states will be treated as General (UR) category. Female candidates must produce caste certificate based on father's side only. PwBD candidates must have disability certificate specifying percentage of disability. EWS candidates must ensure Income & Asset Certificate is issued in prescribed format on or before application closing date.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process comprises two stages: a Written Examination followed by an Interview/Assessment.
Stage 1: Written Examination (200 Marks)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 30 | 60 | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Subject Specific (B.Ed./Education) | 70 | 140 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
- Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Marking Scheme: Each question carries 2 marks.
- Negative Marking: None (No deduction for wrong answers).
- Syllabus: Subject-specific syllabus is available on the UPESSC portal under the "Examination" section.
Stage 2: Interview / Assessment (30 Marks)
Candidates shortlisted based on written examination scores will be called for a departmental interview and assessment carrying 30 marks.
Final Merit List
Total Marks = Written Exam (200) + Interview (30) = 230 Marks
Tie-breaking: In case of equal aggregate marks, preference will be given to the older candidate (by date of birth).
College Allotment Preference (Adhimanta)
At the time of interview, shortlisted candidates must submit their online preference/priority order for college allotment. This preference order is binding. Male candidates must not indicate women's colleges in their preference order; doing so will make them personally responsible for any discrepancy. Female candidates may indicate preference for both co-educational and women's colleges.
Interview Fee (Payable at Commission Office/Portal at time of Interview)
- General / EWS / OBC: ₹800/-
- SC / ST (UP Domicile): ₹400/-
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website of UPESSC (link provided in Important Links table below).
- Click on the link for Advertisement No. 51 (B.Ed. - Amended/Sanshodhit Vigyapan).
- Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
- Log in and fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and category details. Once submitted, no corrections will be made by the commission.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per prescribed specifications (size and format mentioned in the User Manual). Applications with incorrect photo or absent signature will be cancelled.
- Pay the applicable application fee online through available payment modes (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.).
- Download and save the final submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.
- Candidates who applied under previous advertisements (09.07.2022 or 23.05.2025) must re-apply using their old Application Number (sent to registered mobile/email) and are exempted from fee payment if they meet the mandatory qualification as on 31.08.2022.
- Read the User Manual (available in Hindi and English on the portal) carefully before applying.
Required Documents for Interview (Original + 2 Self-Attested Copies)
- High School Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Intermediate Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Graduation (All Years) Mark Sheets & Degree
- Postgraduate (All Years) Mark Sheets & Degree
- B.Ed. Degree
- Ph.D./D.Phil. Degree & Certificate (as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 from University Registrar)
- UGC NET / SET / SLET Certificate
- JRF Certificate (if applicable)
- D.Litt./D.Sc./LL.D. Degree (if applicable)
- NOC from Current Employer (for serving candidates - in original)
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS Caste/Income Certificate (for UP domicile reserved category candidates)
- PwBD Certificate (for UP domicile PwBD candidates)
- Freedom Fighter Dependent Certificate (for UP domicile candidates)
- Character Certificate from last educational institution
- Two Character Certificates from respectable persons (recent)
- Aadhaar / PAN Card / Domicile Certificate (any one)
- Affidavit on ₹10 Stamp Paper regarding no pending court case / conviction
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for UPESSC Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) Recruitment 2026? A total of 107 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) in aided non-government degree colleges of Uttar Pradesh. The category-wise distribution is General: 44, OBC: 36, SC: 20, EWS: 7, ST: 0.
Q2. What are the important dates for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026 application? The online application started on 28 April 2026. The last date for online application and fee payment is 27 May 2026 (up to 11:59 PM). The last date for fee reconciliation and correction is 30 May 2026. The application window reopens from 10 July to 20 July 2026. The written exam is scheduled for 28 July 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) post? Candidates must possess either: (1) Postgraduate degree in relevant subject with 55% marks AND M.Ed. with 55% marks; OR (2) Postgraduate degree with 55% marks AND M.A. Education with 55% marks AND B.Ed. with 55% marks. Additionally, candidates must have qualified UGC NET in Education OR hold a Ph.D./D.Phil. in Education as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016.
Q4. What is the age limit for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? The maximum age limit is 62 years as on 31 August 2022. The minimum age is 21 years. Candidates above 62 years as on the cutoff date or those not mentioning date of birth will not be allowed to submit the application.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the UPESSC Assistant Professor written exam? No, there is no negative marking in the written examination. Each question carries 2 marks and candidates can attempt all 100 questions (30 General Knowledge + 70 Subject Specific) without fear of penalty for wrong answers.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |