Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification | - Option 1: Postgraduate degree in Science / Mathematics / Social Science / Humanities with minimum 55% marks AND M.Ed. with minimum 55% marks.
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- Option 2: Postgraduate degree in Science / Mathematics / Social Science / Humanities with minimum 55% marks AND Postgraduate degree in Education (M.A. Education) with minimum 55% marks AND B.Ed. degree or equivalent with minimum 55% marks.
- Additionally (for both options): National Eligibility Test (NET) in Education conducted by UGC OR Ph.D. or D.Phil. in Education from a University that has obtained the degree in accordance with UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations 2009/2016.
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| Nationality | As per official notification |
| Additional Conditions | - Government employees must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer before applying (to be produced at interview).
- Candidates married to a person who already has a living spouse are not eligible unless exempted by the Governor.
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Age Limit
The maximum age of applicants must not exceed 62 years as on 31.08.2022. | Post/Category | Age Limit |
| Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) | Maximum 62 years as on 31.08.2022 |
Age relaxation benefits are applicable only to candidates who are original domicile residents of Uttar Pradesh, as per official notification. Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee as per their category. Previous applicants under the original advertisement (dated 09.07.2022 or 23.05.2025) do not need to pay the fee again if they re-apply. | Category | Application Fee |
| General (UR) | ₹2,000/- |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | ₹2,000/- |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | ₹2,000/- |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹1,000/- |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹1,000/- |
Additional online transaction charges may apply based on the payment mode chosen. Candidates from other states belonging to OBC/SC/ST categories will be treated as General (UR) category and must pay the General category fee. Selection Process
The selection process for Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) posts involves two stages: | Stage | Process |
| Written Examination | Objective-type paper of 200 marks. It includes General Knowledge (30 questions, 60 marks) and Subject-specific questions (70 questions, 140 marks). Each question carries 2 marks. There is no negative marking. |
| Interview | Candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for an interview. Marks for the interview are as per official notification. |
Salary
The pay scale for the Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) post is as follows: | Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Assistant Acharya / Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) | ₹15,600 - ₹39,100 with Grade Pay of ₹6,000 |
In addition to the basic pay and grade pay, allowances as permitted by the state government will be provided from time to time. Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the online application process and subsequent stages: - Scanned Photograph and Signature
- Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Educational Certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Postgraduate, B.Ed./M.Ed., NET/Ph.D. certificates)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable, issued by competent authority for UP domicile)
- Income & Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates, issued on or before the application closing date)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable, issued by competent authority specifying disability percentage)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer (for government employees, to be produced at interview)
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online for the UPESSC Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) Recruitment 2026: - Visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Aayog (UPESSC) at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
- Locate the "Recruitment" or "Apply Online" section for Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) Advertisement No. 51 (Amended).
- Register by providing necessary details to generate a unique registration ID and password.
- Log in using your credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateways (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, Wallets).
- Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date for online application and fee payment for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is 27 May 2026 (up to 11:59 PM). There is also a re-open period from 10 July to 20 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 107 vacancies for Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) posts have been announced under the UPESSC Recruitment 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for UPESSC Assistant Professor posts?
Ans: The application fee is ₹2,000/- for General, EWS, and OBC categories, and ₹1,000/- for SC and ST categories. Additional online transaction charges may apply.
Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for Assistant Professor (B.Ed.)?
Ans: Candidates need a Postgraduate degree in relevant fields with 55% marks, along with an M.Ed. (55% marks) OR an M.A. Education (55% marks) and B.Ed. (55% marks). Additionally, NET in Education or a Ph.D./D.Phil. as per UGC regulations is mandatory.
Q5. What is the age limit for UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment?
Ans: The maximum age limit for applicants is 62 years as on 31.08.2022. Age relaxation benefits are applicable for Uttar Pradesh domicile candidates as per government rules.
Q6. What is the selection process for UPESSC Assistant Professor (B.Ed.) posts?
Ans: The selection process consists of a Written Examination (200 marks, objective-type) followed by an Interview for qualified candidates.