Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) released the Assistant Professor Mains Admit Card 2026 on September 8, 2026. Candidates shortlisted for the main examination can download their hall tickets from uppsc.up.nic.in for the recruitment of 1,253 Assistant Professor posts.
The Mains examination will be conducted from September 15 to October 1, 2026. Candidates should verify their examination date, reporting time, shift, venue and personal details printed on the admit card before appearing for the test.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 1,253 posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Admit Card Release | September 8, 2026 |
| Exam Date | September 15 to October 1, 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates must follow the examination date and shift allotted on their individual hall tickets. The complete examination period does not mean that every candidate is required to appear on all dates.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should possess a master’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university or institution.
- A minimum of 55 per cent marks, or the equivalent grade, is generally required at the postgraduate level, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
- Applicants should have qualified NET, SLET or SET, wherever required under the applicable higher education regulations.
- Candidates holding an eligible PhD may receive exemption from NET requirements in accordance with the recruitment notification and prevailing rules.
- Subject-wise qualifications must be checked in the detailed official notification.
Age Limit
- The prescribed age range is generally 21 to 40 years, calculated on the cut-off date specified in the recruitment notice.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit applies to candidates belonging to reserved categories, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen and other eligible groups under Uttar Pradesh government rules.
- Candidates should refer to the original notification for the exact cut-off date and category-wise relaxation.
Fees
- The application fee was payable online during the recruitment application period.
- Category-wise examination fees and processing charges are governed by the detailed notification.
- No separate fee is required to download the Mains admit card.
Selection Process
The UPPSC Assistant Professor recruitment process is expected to include the following stages:
- Written Examination: Candidates are assessed through the prescribed screening or written examination, including the Mains stage where applicable.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview to evaluate subject knowledge and suitability for the post.
- Document Verification: Educational certificates, category documents, identity proof and other eligibility records are verified before final appointment.
Final selection will depend on performance in the notified stages, fulfilment of eligibility conditions and successful verification of documents.
How to Apply
The online application process has already concluded. Registered candidates can now download the UPPSC Assistant Professor Mains Admit Card by following these steps:
- Visit the UPPSC official website at uppsc.up.nic.in.
- Open the section displaying admit cards, notices or candidate activity.
- Select the link for the UPPSC Assistant Professor Mains Admit Card 2026.
- Enter the required login details, such as the registration number, date of birth, gender or verification code.
- Submit the information and wait for the hall ticket to appear on the screen.
- Check the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, subject, examination date, reporting time, shift and centre address.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout for use on the examination day.
- If any detail is incorrect or the photograph is unclear, contact the commission immediately through the official helpdesk.
Candidates must carry a printed admit card and a valid original photo identity document, such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving licence, passport or voter ID. They should reach the centre before the reporting deadline and avoid carrying mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, notes or other prohibited items.
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FAQs
1. When was the UPPSC Assistant Professor Mains Admit Card 2026 released?
The admit card was released on September 8, 2026.
2. When will the Assistant Professor Mains examination be held?
The examination is scheduled to take place from September 15 to October 1, 2026, depending on the candidate’s allotted subject, date and shift.
3. What documents are required at the examination centre?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card, an original valid photo ID and any additional document or photograph specified in the hall ticket instructions.
