APPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

APPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: A Golden Opportunity for Educators!

The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released an exciting notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professors. This is a significant opportunity for eligible candidates looking to join the esteemed Government Colleges across Arunachal Pradesh. A total of 145 (One Hundred Forty-Five) Assistant Professor positions are open in various disciplines, offering a prestigious Group-'A' Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) role with an attractive pay scale as per Pay Matrix Level-10 (Rs. 57,700-1,82,400/-). Aspiring educators are invited to submit their applications online for the Assistant Professor Examination-2026.

This recruitment drive aims to strengthen the academic framework of government colleges, providing a platform for passionate and qualified individuals to contribute to higher education in the state. Candidates with the requisite Master's degree, along with NET/SLET/SET qualification or a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations, are strongly encouraged to seize this chance. The application process is entirely online, and detailed instructions are provided to ensure a smooth submission. Don't miss this opportunity to build a fulfilling career in academia with the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission!

✨ Key Highlights of APPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026

• Organization: Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
• Post Name: Assistant Professor
• Total Vacancies: 145 Posts
• Salary Structure: Pay Matrix Level-10 (Rs. 57,700-1,82,400/-)
• Application Start Date: 📅 23rd January 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
• Application Last Date: 📅 23rd February 2026 (11:00 Hrs)
• Mode of Application: Online
• Selection Process: Viva-voce/Interview
• Official Website: https://appsc.gov.in

📊 Subject-wise Vacancy Details 🎯

The total 145 Assistant Professor posts are distributed across various subjects. Candidates can check the detailed breakdown below:

✅ Eligibility Criteria: Age & Educational Qualifications

Age Limit (as of the last date of application):

• General Candidates: Maximum 30 years.
• ST/SC Candidates: Upper age limit relaxed by 5 years, i.e., up to 35 years.
• APST Candidates: Upper age limit is 37 years as per "Assistant Professor for Government Colleges of Arunachal Pradesh" Group 'A' Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) Recruitment Rules 2024.
• APST Candidates with further relaxation: A further relaxation of 5 years is applicable, making the maximum age up to 42 years.
• PwBD & Regular Government Servants: Age concession will be applicable as per the Government of Arunachal Pradesh rules and regulations in force.

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must meet the following criteria as per UGC Regulations 2018, Sub-clause 4.0 and 4.1 (A or B):

1. A Master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale) in the concerned, relevant, or allied subject from an Indian University or an accredited Foreign University.
   • Relaxation: A 5% mark relaxation (from 55% to 50%) at both Master's and Bachelor's Degree levels is provided for ST/SC candidates.
2. In addition to the above, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by UGC like SLET/SET.
3. OR, candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standard and Procedure for Award of M.Phil/Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016 and their amendments, shall be exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.

   For Ph.D. candidates registered prior to July 11, 2009, exemption from NET/SLET/SET will be granted if they fulfill the following conditions (to be certified by the Registrar/Dean):

   • The Ph.D. Degree was awarded in regular mode.
   • The Ph.D. thesis was evaluated by at least two external examiners.
   • An open Ph.D. viva-voce was conducted.
   • The candidate published at least two research papers from their Ph.D. work, with at least one in a referred journal.
   • The candidate presented at least two papers based on their Ph.D. work in conferences/seminars sponsored/funded/supported by UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or similar agencies.
4. NOTE: NET/SLET/SET is not required for Master's Programmes in disciplines where these tests are not conducted by UGC, CSIR, or similar accredited bodies.
5. OR, a Ph.D. Degree obtained from a Foreign University/Institutions with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by QS, THE, or ARWU.

📝 Selection Process

The selection process for the APPSC Assistant Professor positions will involve the following stages:

1. Screening & Shortlisting: A Screening Committee will shortlist eligible candidates for the interview based on their Academic Score, as specified in Appendix-II (Table 3 B) of the University Grants Commission Regulation, 2018. Candidates will be invited for an interview in a ratio of 1:3, subject to availability.
2. Viva-voce/Interview: The final selection will be made through a Viva-voce/Interview, carrying a total of 100 marks.
3. Qualifying Marks: Candidates must score a minimum of 50% of the total marks in the interview to qualify for selection. Relaxation for PwBD candidates will apply as per government notifications.
4. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce all original certificates/documents and mark sheets in original at the time of the interview for verification. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
5. Medical Test & Antecedents Verification: The appointing authority will conduct a medical test and verify the character, antecedents, authenticity of documents, and disability certificates (if applicable) before final appointment. Provisional recommendation does not confer an automatic right to appointment.
6. PwBD Selection: For Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates, the selection process will align with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and Arunachal Pradesh Rules, 2018.

💰 Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the application fee as detailed below:

📅 Important Dates to Remember

Mark your calendars with these crucial dates for the APPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026:

📝 How to Apply for APPSC Assistant Professor 2026

Follow these steps to successfully apply for the Assistant Professor positions through the APPSC:

1. One Time Registration (OTR): If you are a new user, you must first register for ONE TIME REGISTRATION (OTR) on the APPSC website. Existing OTR users can directly log in.
2. Visit Official Website: Go to the official Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission website: https://appsc.gov.in
3. Navigate to Application Link: Look for the "Apply Online" or "Assistant Professor Examination-2026" link under the latest advertisements section. The online application submission link will be active from 17:00 hours on 23rd January 2026.
4. Fill Application Form: Carefully fill in all the required personal, educational, and experience details in the online application form.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents as per the specifications:
   • Candidate's Signature (40-50 kb, JPG format, on white paper with black ink)
   • Latest Passport Size Color Photograph (40-100 kb, JPG format, white background, front-faced)
   • Matriculation Certificate/Marksheet for Date of Birth proof
   • APST Certificate (for APST candidates) / Aadhar Card/PRC/EPIC (for others)
   • Bachelor's and Master's Degree Certificates and Mark Sheets
   • NET/JRF/SLET/SET Certificate
   • M.Phil/Ph.D Certificates (if applicable, as per UGC Regulations)
   • Certificate from Registrar/Dean (for Ph.D. prior to July 11, 2009, as per Annexure-1)
   • Research Publications & Teaching/Post-Doctoral Experience (if any)
   • Awards (if any)
   • PwBD Certificate (if applicable, as per Section 57 of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016)
6. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway.
7. Review and Submit: Thoroughly review your application form for any errors before final submission. No additional time will be provided for changes or uploads after the last date.
8. Print Application: After successful submission, take a printout of the filled application form for your records.
9. Government Service Applicants: If you are employed in Government Service, upload a copy of the intimation submitted to your Head of Department or an NOC issued by the department.
10. Single Application Rule: Applicants are advised to submit only one application. If multiple applications are submitted due to unavoidable circumstances, the application with the highest Registration ID (RID) will be considered, provided it is complete in all respects. Fee paid against one RID will not be adjusted against another.