AP University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1523 Professor, Lecturer and More Posts get sarkarijob
Andhra University has officially released the AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification, offering a major opportunity for eligible candidates to join teaching positions across 19 State Universities in Andhra Pradesh. The recruitment drive includes Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian, and Lecturer posts, with online applications starting from May 18, 2026 through the official portal
AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Andhra University |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian, Lecturer |
| No of Posts | 1523 |
| Job Type | State University / Teaching Jobs |
| Qualification | Post Wise (Master’s Degree, Ph.D., NET/SET/SLET, Library Science, Relevant Discipline) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 44 Years |
| Start Date for Apply Online | 18-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 08-06-2026 |
| Exam Date | 22-06-2026 (for Assistant Professor CBT) |
| Short Notice | AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | https://apuniversitiesrecruitment.apcfss.in |
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 15-05-2026
- Starting Date for Apply Online: 18-05-2026
- Last Date for Apply Online: 08-06-2026
- Exam Date: 22-06-2026
AP Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
A total of 1,523 vacancies have been announced across 19 state universities in Andhra Pradesh. Out of these, 1,244 are regular vacancies and 279 are backlog vacancies.
- Professor – 63 Posts
- Associate Professor – 334 Posts
- Assistant Professor – 1020 Posts
- Assistant Librarian – 2 Posts
- Lecturer (RGUKT) – 104 Posts
Who Can Apply for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
Candidates from different academic backgrounds can apply depending on the post. The eligibility varies post-wise as per university and UGC/AICTE norms.
- Assistant Professor: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/APSET/APSLET, or Ph.D. as per UGC regulations.
- Associate Professor: Ph.D. in relevant discipline, Master’s degree with 55% marks, minimum 8 years teaching/research experience, 7 publications, and research score of 75.
- Professor: Ph.D. in relevant discipline, minimum 10 years teaching/research experience, 10 research publications, and research score of 120.
- Lecturer (RGUKT): Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent.
- Assistant Librarian: Master’s degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science with 55% marks and NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 44 Years
- SC / ST / BC / EWS: 5 Years Relaxation
- PwBD: 10 Years Relaxation
Application Fee
- General / BC / EWS: Rs. 2500
- SC / ST / PwBD: Rs. 2000
- OCI Candidates: Rs. 4200 (USD 50)
Selection Process
The selection process differs depending on the post. Assistant Professor posts include a written test, while Associate Professor and Professor posts are shortlisted through academic and research score followed by interview.
- Assistant Professor: Eligibility Screening, CBT Written Test, Shortlisting, Academic Score Evaluation, Interview
- Associate Professor / Professor: Eligibility Screening, Research & Academic Score Evaluation, Shortlisting, Interview
Salary Details
- Assistant Professor: Level 10 – ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400
- Assistant Professor (Senior Scale): Level 11 – ₹68,900 to ₹2,05,500
- Assistant Professor (Selection Grade): Level 12 – ₹79,800 to ₹2,11,500
- Associate Professor: Level 13A – ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100
- Professor: Level 14 – ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200
- Senior Professor: Level 15 – ₹1,82,200 to ₹2,24,100
How to Apply for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal
- Click on the relevant university faculty recruitment link
- Read the official notification carefully
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and keep a printout for future reference
Andhra University Faculty Important Links
- Short Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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AP University Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,523 vacancies have been announced across 19 Andhra Pradesh State Universities, including 1,244 regular and 279 backlog posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is June 8, 2026.
Q3. When will the AP Assistant Professor 2026 exam be conducted?
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Assistant Professor posts is scheduled for June 22, 2026.
Q4. What is the qualification required for Assistant Professor posts?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks along with UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/APSET/APSLET qualification or a Ph.D. as per UGC norms.
Q5. What is the age limit for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 44 years, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Q6. What is the application fee for AP Faculty Recruitment 2026?
General/BC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹2500, SC/ST/PwBD candidates ₹2000, and OCI candidates USD 50 (₹4200 approx.).
Q7. What is the selection process for Assistant Professor posts?
The selection process includes eligibility screening, CBT written test, shortlisting, academic score evaluation, and interview.
Q8. How many Assistant Professor vacancies are available?
There are 1,020 Assistant Professor vacancies in this recruitment drive.
Q9. What is the salary of an Assistant Professor in Andhra Pradesh Universities?
The salary ranges from ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 under Level 10 pay scale, with higher pay for senior and selection grades.
Q10. How can I apply for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official website https://apuniversitiesrecruitment.apcfss.in by registering, filling out the form, uploading documents, paying the fee, and submitting the application.