Uttar Pradesh Higher Education Service Commission (UPES​SC) releases a notification for Assistant Professor recruitment to fill 1,936 vacancies for degree colleges across Uttar Pradesh under Advertisement No. 04/2026. The application window runs from September 8, 2026, to October 7, 2026, on the commission’s official website.

According to the notification details, candidates must hold a relevant Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and have NET, SLET, or SET qualification, or possess a Ph.D. The selection is based on a written examination carrying 360 marks, followed by an interview or personality test of 40 marks, and then document verification.

Different outlets highlight different components of the announcement. Times of India focuses on the vacancy count, eligibility requirements, and the exam structure. NDTV emphasizes the published exam schedule, stating that the examination is conducted on November 19 and 20, 2026.