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UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry 2026 179 Vacancies, Exam Date, Eligibility & Preparation

Complete guide to UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 04/2026. Check Chemistry vacancies, important dates, eligibility, exam pattern, marking scheme, syllabus information and preparation guidance.

179 Chemistry Posts
19–20 Nov Exam Date
90 Chemistry MCQs
360 Written Marks
Updated: 9 September 2026 • Based on UPESSC Advertisement No. 04/2026
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LATEST UPDATE

UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Released

Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for recruitment to 1,936 Assistant Professor posts. Chemistry has 179 advertised vacancies.

EXAM OVERVIEW

UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry 2026 Overview

Important information Chemistry aspirants should know before beginning their preparation.

Exam Assistant Professor Selection Examination 2026
Conducting Authority UPESSC, Prayagraj
Advertisement 04/2026
Total Vacancies 1,936
Chemistry Vacancies 179
Written Exam 19 & 20 November 2026
Written Marks 360 Marks
Interview 40 Marks
OFFICIAL SCHEDULE

UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026 Important Dates

Event Official Date
Notification Publication 08 September 2026
Online Registration / Application Begins 08 September 2026
Last Date for Online Fee Payment 07 October 2026
Application Correction Last Date 11 October 2026
Written Examination 19 & 20 November 2026
CHEMISTRY VACANCY

UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry Vacancy 2026

Chemistry is one of the major subjects in Advertisement No. 04/2026, with a total of 179 advertised posts.

179 Total Chemistry Vacancies
167 Co-Educational Colleges
12 Women's Colleges

Category-wise Chemistry Vacancies

College Type UR SC ST OBC EWS Total
Co-Educational 62 35 5 47 18 167
Women's Colleges 5 2 0 3 2 12
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ELIGIBILITY

UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry Eligibility 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess a Master's degree in the relevant / concerned subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade from a recognised Indian university, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.

Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed NET / SLET / SET requirement, including NET conducted by UGC or CSIR, unless eligible for the applicable Ph.D. exemption under the prescribed UGC regulations.

Always verify your individual eligibility and applicable relaxation directly from Advertisement No. 04/2026 before submitting the form.

Related / Equivalent Subjects Listed for Chemistry

The notification also lists certain inter-related subjects against Chemistry, including areas such as Applied Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Pharmaceutical studies. Candidates should compare their exact degree title with the official notification before applying.

Age

The age calculation reference date is 01 July 2026. Candidates should check the official age and applicable category provisions in the notification.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PAY SCALE

Level 10

₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400

Pay scale mentioned for the Assistant Professor posts in the official UPESSC notification.

EXAM PATTERN

UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry Exam Pattern 2026

Understanding the new official paper structure is essential because accuracy will directly affect the final written score.

120 Total Questions
30 General Knowledge
2 Hours Duration
Question Type Objective MCQ
Total Written Questions 120
Chemistry 90 Questions
General Knowledge 30 Questions
Marks per Correct Answer +3 Marks
Wrong Answer −1 Mark
Written Examination 360 Marks
Interview 40 Marks
What this means for Chemistry aspirants:

With 90 subject questions and negative marking, preparation should not focus only on completing theory. Fast recall, problem solving, option elimination and accuracy under a two-hour time limit become equally important.

CHEMISTRY SYLLABUS

UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry Syllabus 2026

Use the Current Official UPESSC Syllabus

Advertisement No. 04/2026 states that the written examination syllabus for Assistant Professor recruitment is available separately on the official UPESSC website.

Candidates should therefore prepare according to the current UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry syllabus rather than relying blindly on old UPHESC or unrelated UPPSC Assistant Professor syllabus pages.

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A focused Chemistry preparation programme for aspirants targeting the UPESSC Assistant Professor written examination.

01

Concept-Focused Chemistry

Strengthen important postgraduate Chemistry concepts required for competitive Assistant Professor examinations.

02

Exam-Oriented MCQ Practice

Develop question-solving ability for objective Chemistry questions instead of depending only on passive theory revision.

03

Accuracy-Focused Preparation

Prepare intelligently for the official +3 / −1 marking system where incorrect attempts directly reduce your score.

04

Structured Revision

Organise Chemistry preparation systematically before the scheduled November examination.

YOUR TARGET 90 Chemistry Questions
EXAM STRATEGY Accuracy + Speed + Concepts

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APPLICATION FEE

UPESSC Assistant Professor Application Fee 2026

UR / OBC / EWS / Others ₹2,000
SC / ST ₹1,500
PwD ₹1,000
ONLINE APPLICATION

How to Apply for UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026

01

Visit UPESSC Portal

Open the official UPESSC website.

02

Complete OTR

One Time Registration is mandatory before submitting the Assistant Professor application.

03

Complete Application

Enter the required educational, personal and category information carefully.

04

Upload Documents

Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and applicable certificates in the required format.

05

Pay Application Fee

Complete online fee payment within the official deadline.

06

Save Application Copies

Keep copies of your submitted application safely for future stages of recruitment.

PREPARATION STRATEGY

How to Prepare for UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry 2026

The 90-question Chemistry component should dominate your preparation schedule while General Knowledge should be prepared consistently alongside it.

STEP 01

Map the Official Syllabus

Start with the current UPESSC Chemistry syllabus and identify strong and weak areas.

STEP 02

Strengthen Core Concepts

Revise essential Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry concepts systematically.

STEP 03

Solve MCQs Daily

Convert conceptual knowledge into objective question-solving ability.

STEP 04

Control Negative Marking

Avoid unnecessary guessing because every wrong answer costs one mark.

STEP 05

Practice Under Time Limit

Train to manage Chemistry and General Knowledge within the two-hour examination.

STEP 06

Revise Repeatedly

Use short revision cycles for formulas, mechanisms, reactions and high-priority concepts.

UPHESC Assistant Professor Chemistry 2026

Some aspirants continue to search using terms such as UPHESC Assistant Professor Chemistry or UP Assistant Professor Chemistry. This page covers the current UPESSC Assistant Professor recruitment under Advertisement No. 04/2026.

STUDENT QUESTIONS

UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry 2026 FAQs

How many Chemistry vacancies are there in UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026?

There are 179 advertised Assistant Professor Chemistry vacancies under UPESSC Advertisement No. 04/2026.

What is the UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry exam date?

The written examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 November 2026.

How many questions are asked in the UPESSC Assistant Professor exam?

The written examination contains 120 objective multiple-choice questions.

How many Chemistry questions will be asked?

The official examination scheme specifies 90 questions from the concerned subject and 30 questions from General Knowledge. Chemistry candidates will therefore receive 90 subject questions.

Is there negative marking in UPESSC Assistant Professor 2026?

Yes. A correct answer carries 3 marks and one mark is deducted for an incorrect or multiple answer.

What is the duration of the UPESSC Assistant Professor written exam?

The written examination duration is two hours.

What are the total marks for UPESSC Assistant Professor selection?

The written examination carries 360 marks and the interview carries 40 marks.

What qualification is required for UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry?

Candidates generally require a relevant Master's degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade together with the applicable NET/SLET/SET requirement, or an eligible Ph.D. exemption according to the notification.

Where can I find the UPESSC Chemistry syllabus?

UPESSC states that the subject-wise written examination syllabus is available through its official website.

Does Chiral Academy offer preparation for UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry?

Yes. Chemistry aspirants can register for Chiral Academy's UPESSC Assistant Professor Chemistry preparation programme through the admission form available on this page.

UPESSC ASSISTANT PROFESSOR • CHEMISTRY 2026

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