UPPSC Medical Education Department Professor and Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Total Vacancies

Professor + Assistant Professor

1236 Posts

Application Start Date

Online Application

18 August 2026

Last Date to Apply

Fee Payment & Application

01 September 2026

Correction Last Date

Modification / Reconciliation

08 September 2026

Hard Copy Last Date

With Required Documents

15 September 2026, 5:00 PM

Professor Age Limit

As prescribed

35 to 55 Years

Assistant Professor Age Limit

As prescribed

26 to 40 Years

Advertisement Number

UPPSC

D-1/E-1/2026

Recruiting Organization

State Public Service Commission

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission

Department

Medical Education

Medical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (Allopathy)

Nature of Posts

Professor

Group-A, Gazetted

Nature of Posts

Assistant Professor

Group-A, Gazetted

Professor Research Requirement

Research Publications

Generally at least two prescribed research publications after appointment as Associate Professor, with the candidate among the first three authors, along with the prescribed Basic Course in Biomedical Research.

NMC / Medical Education Requirements

Applicable Posts

Candidates may be required to complete the Basic Course in Biomedical Research and, for relevant broad-specialty faculty posts, the Basic Course in Medical Education as prescribed by the Commission/NMC.

Hard Copy Submission

After Online Application

Candidates must send self-attested copies of academic and required documents along with the printout of the online application by registered/speed post or by hand to the Commission by the prescribed deadline.

Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Women and Skilled Players pay according to their original category.

Professor Qualification

Specialty Specific

The prescribed MD/MS/DNB/DM/MCh/DrNB or other equivalent qualification in the concerned specialty is required as specified against each Professor post.

Common Qualifications:

• MD
• MS
• DNB
• DM
• MCh
• DrNB

Assistant Professor Qualification

Specialty Specific

The prescribed postgraduate medical qualification in the concerned specialty is required. Qualifications vary by specialty and include MD, MS, DNB, DM, MCh, DrNB and other qualifications specifically mentioned in the advertisement.

Essential Qualification Cut-off

Eligibility

Candidates are required to possess the essential qualification by the last date of receipt of the online application.

Age relaxation for reserved categories and other eligible categories is admissible according to applicable Uttar Pradesh Government rules and the conditions of the advertisement.

Professor

General Recruitment

44 vacancies

Professor

Special Recruitment

9 vacancies

Assistant Professor

General Recruitment

1112 vacancies

Assistant Professor

Special Recruitment

71 vacancies

Special Professor Recruitment

Reserved Categories

9 special-recruitment Professor vacancies are listed across Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Anesthesiology, General Medicine, General Surgery and Pediatrics.

Specialties:

• Orthopaedics
• Ophthalmology
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Anesthesiology
• General Medicine
• General Surgery
• Pediatrics

Special Assistant Professor Recruitment

Reserved Categories

71 special-recruitment Assistant Professor vacancies are listed across multiple medical and allied specialties.

Vacancy Variation

UPPSC

The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon circumstances and requirements.

Application Fee

UR / EWS

Rs. 105

Application Fee

SC / ST

Rs. 65

Application Fee

Divyang / PwD

Rs. 25

Application Fee

Ex-Servicemen

Rs. 65

OTR Registration

Mandatory

Candidates must obtain a One Time Registration (OTR) Number before applying. Candidates without OTR are advised to obtain it from the Commission OTR portal at least 72 hours before submitting the online application.

Online Application

OTR Based

Applications must be submitted online through the UPPSC website using the OTR-based application system. Applications through other modes are not accepted.

Separate Envelope

Multiple Posts

Candidates applying for more than one post must send the application form and documents for each post in a separate envelope as prescribed by the Commission.

Professor Teaching Experience

Essential Requirement

Generally three years as Associate Professor in the concerned subject in a recognised medical institution, or the applicable Specialist Medical Officer of Armed Forces route prescribed in the advertisement.

Assistant Professor Experience

General Route

Generally one year as Senior Resident in the concerned subject in a recognised medical institution after obtaining the prescribed degree.

Alternative Assistant Professor Eligibility

As prescribed

Alternative eligibility routes are available for specified Armed Forces Medical Officers, non-teaching Consultants/Specialists/Medical Officers, eligible diploma holders, Tutors and Demonstrators subject to the conditions and experience prescribed in the advertisement.

Research Scholar Age Relaxation

Chief Minister Fellowship

Eligible Research Scholars of the Chief Minister Fellowship Programme may receive up to 3 years relaxation in the maximum age limit under the 2026 rules, subject to the conditions specified in the advertisement.

Research Scholar Screening Weightage

Chief Minister Fellowship

Eligible research scholars may receive additional screening-examination weightage based on the duration of their completed fellowship tenure, subject to the prescribed rules.

Screening Examination

If conducted by UPPSC

Under the UPPSC Direct Recruitment through Screening Examination Regulations, 2025, the Commission may conduct an objective Screening Examination to shortlist candidates for interview.

Negative Marking

Screening Examination

Where a screening examination is conducted, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for an incorrect answer. More than one answer is also treated as wrong. No penalty is imposed for an unanswered question.

Interview

Selection Stage

Candidates qualifying the screening examination, where conducted, may be called for interview according to the standard fixed by the Commission.

Final Merit

Screening + Interview

Where a Screening Examination is held, final merit is determined by adding 75% marks of the Screening Examination and 25% marks of the Interview.

Document Verification

Original Documents

Candidates must produce original certificates and supporting documents when required. Failure to provide required documents within the prescribed period can result in cancellation of candidature.

Government Employee NOC

At Interview

Candidates serving under Central or State Government must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.

Malpractice

Important

Candidates involved in copying, indiscipline, misbehavior, canvassing, concealment or furnishing false information may have their candidature cancelled and may be debarred from future examinations and selections.

Professor Pay Scale

7th Pay Matrix

Pay Level-14

Assistant Professor Pay Scale

7th Pay Matrix

Pay Level-11

How many vacancies are there in UPPSC Medical Education Recruitment 2026?

The recruitment covers Professor and Assistant Professor posts in the Medical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (Allopathy). The notification states 44 Professor and 1112 Assistant Professor vacancies, in addition to 9 special-recruitment Professor and 71 special-recruitment Assistant Professor vacancies represented in the recruitment.

What is the age limit for UPPSC Professor Recruitment 2026?

The age limit for Professor posts is 35 to 55 years, subject to applicable relaxation.

What is the age limit for UPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The age limit for Assistant Professor posts is 26 to 40 years, subject to applicable relaxation.

What is the UPPSC Medical Education Recruitment application fee?

The total fee is Rs. 105 for Unreserved/EWS candidates, Rs. 65 for SC/ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates, and Rs. 25 for Divyang candidates. Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Women and Skilled Players pay according to their original category.

When does the UPPSC Medical Education Recruitment 2026 application start?

The online application process starts on 18 August 2026.

What is the last date to apply for UPPSC Medical Education Recruitment 2026?

The last date for payment of the online application fee in the bank and submission of the online application is 01 September 2026.

Is OTR mandatory for UPPSC Medical Education Recruitment?

Yes. Candidates must obtain a One Time Registration (OTR) Number before applying online through the UPPSC application system.

What is the selection process for UPPSC Medical Education Recruitment?

The Commission may conduct an objective Screening Examination. Where a screening examination is held, candidates qualifying it may be called for interview. Final merit is determined by 75% screening-examination marks and 25% interview marks. Document verification and production of original certificates are also required.

Is there negative marking in the UPPSC Screening Examination?

Yes, where the Screening Examination is conducted, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for an incorrect answer. No penalty is imposed for an unanswered question.