UPPSC Medical Education Department Recruitment 2026: 1156 Professor & Assistant Professor Vacancies, Eligibility, Salary, Apply Online

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released Advertisement No. D-1/E-1/2026 for recruitment to various posts in the Medical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (Allopathy). The recruitment includes Professor and Assistant Professor posts in several medical specialties.

According to the detailed notification dated 18 August 2026, there are 44 vacancies for Professor and 1,112 vacancies for Assistant Professor, making a total of 1,156 advertised vacancies. Both posts are Group-A, Gazetted positions.

The online application process starts on 18 August 2026, while the last date for payment of the application fee and submission of the online application is 1 September 2026. Candidates must also submit the hard copy of the online application along with the required documents by 15 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Important: This recruitment is primarily for candidates possessing relevant medical postgraduate/specialist qualifications and the prescribed teaching, clinical and research experience. Candidates should carefully check the qualification requirements for their particular specialty before applying.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The notification specifically requires candidates to complete One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting the online application. Candidates who do not yet have an OTR number are advised to obtain it at least 72 hours before submitting the application.

UPPSC Professor Recruitment 2026

The Medical Education Department has advertised 44 Professor vacancies. The post is a Group-A, Gazetted position with Pay Level-14 and an age limit of 35 to 55 years, subject to applicable relaxation.

Professor Vacancy Details – General Recruitment

The notification lists these posts under General Recruitment.

Professor – Special Recruitment

The Professor special recruitment vacancies are also part of the advertised Professor positions.

UPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

The notification contains 1,112 vacancies for Assistant Professor. These are Group-A, Gazetted posts with Pay Level-11 and an age limit of 26 to 40 years, subject to applicable age relaxation.

Assistant Professor Vacancy Details – General Recruitment

The above details are taken from the Assistant Professor general recruitment vacancy table in the notification.

Assistant Professor – Special Recruitment

The special recruitment table appears in the notification immediately after the general Assistant Professor vacancy table.

UPPSC Professor Salary 2026

The Professor post is classified as Group-A, Gazetted and carries Pay Level-14.

The notification does not mention a separate fixed in-hand salary. Salary and other service conditions will therefore be governed by the applicable Uttar Pradesh government pay rules and the corresponding Pay Matrix level.

The Professor age limit is 35–55 years, while the Assistant Professor age limit is 26–40 years. Applicable age relaxation is available according to government rules.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Because this is a specialist medical recruitment, eligibility varies substantially according to the specialty.

Professor – Basic Qualification

Professor candidates generally need the prescribed MD/MS/DNB/DM/M.Ch./DrNB or equivalent specialty qualification, along with the required experience as Associate Professor/teaching experience and research publications.

For example, the notification requires candidates for several specialties to have:

• The relevant postgraduate/super-specialty medical qualification.

• Three years as Associate Professor in the concerned subject in a recognized medical institution, or the specified equivalent Armed Forces experience, wherever applicable.

• At least two research publications after becoming Associate Professor, generally with the candidate among the first three authors.

• Completion of the Basic Course in Biomedical Research.

• Basic Course in Medical Education where applicable.

There are specialty-specific variations, so candidates should not rely only on the general eligibility summary.

The notification also contains separate requirements for specialties such as Cardiac Anesthesia, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Nuclear Medicine, Neuro Radiology, Neonatology and other super-specialties.

Assistant Professor Eligibility

For many Assistant Professor medical specialties, the notification requires:

• Relevant MD/MS/DNB or equivalent postgraduate qualification, depending on the specialty.

• Generally one year of Senior Residency in the concerned subject after obtaining the required degree.

• Certain alternatives are available for:

  • Specialist Medical Officers of the Armed Forces.

  • Non-teaching Consultants/Specialists/Medical Officers with prescribed experience in government hospitals.

  • Certain diploma holders with specified Senior Resident/Specialist experience.

  • Tutors/Demonstrators with specified qualifications and experience.

For many specialties, a candidate with a relevant postgraduate degree and one year as Senior Resident can satisfy the principal experience requirement.

For example, the notification provides alternative eligibility routes for Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and several other specialties.

Important Note for Non-Teaching Medical Officers

A non-teaching Consultant, Specialist or Medical Officer with the prescribed postgraduate medical degree and at least two years' experience in a Government hospital having at least 220 beds may be eligible for certain broad-specialty Assistant Professor posts without the one-year Senior Residency requirement, subject to the detailed conditions in the notification.

Important Qualification Rules

The notification also incorporates several provisions from the National Medical Commission's Medical Institutions (Qualification of Faculty) Regulations, 2025.

DNB Equivalence

DNB qualifications in broad and super specialties can be treated as equivalent to corresponding qualifications where the prescribed conditions are met.

For teaching equivalence, candidates holding DNB from institutions with fewer than 500 beds may be required to complete an additional one-year Senior Residency in a recognized medical institution in the relevant specialty.

Foreign Medical Qualifications

The notification also contains provisions for candidates who obtained recognized medical qualifications from countries including:

• United Kingdom

• United States of America

• Canada

• Australia

• New Zealand

Specific conditions concerning specialist training, registration, residency and fellowship apply.

Age Limit for UPPSC Medical Recruitment 2026

Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026, except where the relevant service rules specify otherwise.

Age Relaxation

The notification provides applicable relaxation for eligible reserved categories and other specified categories.

For example:

The relaxation rules are subject to the conditions stated in the advertisement and applicable government orders.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates have to pay the prescribed application fee after completing the applicable stages of the online application.

The prescribed fee structure is given in the notification.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The Commission may conduct a Screening Examination before calling candidates for interview.

According to the notification:

1. Screening Examination, where conducted

2. Shortlisting for Interview

3. Interview

4. Document Verification

5. Final Selection/Merit

The notification states that merely possessing the minimum educational qualification does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for interview.

Final Merit Formula

Where a Screening Examination is held, the final merit will be determined by:

• 75% weightage – Screening Test

• 25% weightage – Interview

Screening Examination Pattern

The notification states that the Screening Examination, if conducted, will be of objective type.

Negative Marking

For every wrong answer:

One-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.

If a candidate marks more than one answer, it will also be treated as a wrong answer and the same penalty will apply.

There is no penalty for an unanswered question.

Minimum Qualifying Standard

Candidates scoring below the applicable minimum efficiency standard will not be placed in the merit/select list.

Chief Minister Fellowship Research Scholar Weightage

Eligible Research Scholars of the Chief Minister Fellowship Programme may receive additional weightage in the Screening Examination.

The cut-off date for calculating this weightage is the last date for submission of the application.

UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

How to Apply for UPPSC Recruitment 2026

Candidates should follow the application process carefully because UPPSC is using the OTR-based application system.

Step 1 – Complete One Time Registration

Before applying, candidates must obtain their OTR Number.

The Commission's OTR portal is:

otr.pariksha.nic.in

Candidates who do not already have an OTR number are advised to complete OTR at least 72 hours before submitting the online application.

Step 2 – Visit UPPSC Website

Go to the official UPPSC website and open the All Notifications/Advertisements section.

The online advertisement page contains:

• User Instructions

• View Advertisement

• Apply

Step 3 – Authenticate Through OTR

Click Apply → Authenticate with OTR.

Enter your OTR number and authenticate using:

• OTP received on registered mobile/email, or

• OTR password.

After authentication, personal details available in OTR will be displayed automatically.

Step 4 – Complete Application Part-2

The Applicant Dashboard will appear.

Click Submit Details against the selected post and complete the required details, including qualification/preferential qualification information.

Step 5 – Pay Application Fee

Proceed to the fee payment section.

Payment is made through the available SBI MOPS payment options, including:

• Net Banking

• Card Payment

• Other Payment Modes

After successful payment, save and print the Payment Transaction Slip.

Step 6 – Submit Final Application

After fee payment, the application form will be displayed.

Check all details carefully and take a printout of the submitted online application for future reference.

Hard Copy Submission – Important

This is an important point in the UPPSC recruitment.

After submitting the online application, candidates have to send:

• Printout of the online application

• Self-attested photocopies of required academic certificates

• Supporting documents for claims made in the application

• Other documents required by the advertisement

The hard copy must reach the Commission by 15 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Candidates should use the auto-filled address slip downloaded from the OTR-based Candidate Dashboard and paste it on the envelope.

The notification specifies that the envelope should be of A4 size. Candidates applying for different posts must send separate application/document sets in separate envelopes.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• High School/10th certificate as proof of age

• Degree/diploma certificates

• Relevant postgraduate/super-specialty qualification certificates

• Experience certificates

• Teaching experience documents

• Research publication details/documents, wherever applicable

• Category/caste certificate, wherever applicable

• EWS certificate, wherever applicable

• Disability certificate, wherever applicable

• Skilled player certificate, wherever applicable

• Ex-servicemen documents, where applicable

• NOC from employer for serving Central/State Government employees

• Passport-size photograph as prescribed

The Commission specifically states that original certificates will be required for verification at the interview stage.

Candidates serving under the Central or State Government must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.

Important Instructions for Candidates

1. Hindi Knowledge is Essential

The notification states that knowledge of Hindi is essential.

2. Qualification Must Be Held in Time

Candidates must possess the essential qualification by the last date of receipt of the online application.

3. No Change in Category After Application

Candidates should enter their category and other personal information carefully in OTR. Changes after the prescribed deadline will not be entertained.

4. Wrong Information Can Lead to Debarment

If a candidate submits incorrect information that cannot be supported by documents, UPPSC may reject the candidature and debar the candidate from future examinations/selections for a period that can extend up to five years.

5. Forged Documents

Submission of forged documents can result in severe action, including debarment from UPPSC selections.

6. Vacancies Can Change

The number of vacancies mentioned in the advertisement may increase or decrease depending on government/department requirements and circumstances.

UPPSC Professor & Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights

• 1,156 total vacancies

• 44 Professor posts

• 1,112 Assistant Professor posts

• Medical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh

• Group-A, Gazetted posts

• Professor: Pay Level-14

• Assistant Professor: Pay Level-11

• Professor age: 35–55 years

• Assistant Professor age: 26–40 years

• OTR registration is mandatory

• Online application starts 18 August 2026

• Last date for online application and fee: 1 September 2026

• Correction/modification deadline: 8 September 2026

• Hard copy submission deadline: 15 September 2026, 5 PM

• Screening Exam may be conducted

• Final merit, where Screening Exam is held: 75% Screening + 25% Interview

• Negative marking: 1/3 marks for each wrong answer

• Minimum Screening standard: 35% for SC/ST and 40% for other categories

UPPSC Medical Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

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

There are 1,156 vacancies in total — 44 Professor and 1,112 Assistant Professor vacancies.

What is the UPPSC Professor age limit?

The Professor age limit is 35 to 55 years.

What is the Assistant Professor age limit?

The Assistant Professor age limit is 26 to 40 years.

What is the salary/pay scale?

Professor posts are in Pay Level-14, while Assistant Professor posts are in Pay Level-11.

Is OTR mandatory for UPPSC recruitment?

Yes. Candidates must have a valid One Time Registration (OTR) number before applying.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for fee payment and submission of the online application is 1 September 2026.

What is the last date for hard copy submission?

The hard copy of the online application with required documents must be submitted by 15 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Is there negative marking?

Yes. Where the Screening Examination is conducted, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for an incorrect answer.

Is there an interview?

Yes, eligible candidates may be called for interview. Where a Screening Examination is conducted, candidates qualifying the screening stage will be considered for interview according to the Commission's standards.

What is the final merit formula?

Where a Screening Examination is conducted, the final merit will be based on 75% Screening Examination marks and 25% Interview marks.

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Final Words

The UPPSC Medical Education Department Recruitment 2026 is a major opportunity for qualified medical professionals, with 1,156 Professor and Assistant Professor vacancies across a wide range of specialties.

Candidates should not apply based only on the post name. The notification contains specialty-wise qualification, teaching experience, research publication and professional requirements, and these conditions differ considerably between specialties.

Before submitting the application, candidates should carefully verify their postgraduate/super-specialty qualification, teaching or clinical experience, age, category, reservation eligibility and required certificates.

Most importantly, remember the three dates: 1 September 2026 for online application and fee payment, 8 September 2026 for correction/modification, and 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM for submission of the hard copy and supporting documents.

Disclaimer: This article is prepared from the UPPSC Advertisement No. D-1/E-1/2026 provided in the notification PDF. Candidates should read the complete official advertisement before applying. In case of any discrepancy, the conditions mentioned by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission in the official notification and subsequent corrigenda/updates will be applicable.