NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Vacancy, Check Post Wise Details

NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Vacancy: Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) has released the 2026 recruitment notification for 96 Assistant Professor posts across various subjects and 3 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts in Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. This recruitment offers opportunity for candidates seeking careers in higher education and school education under government service.

 The notification clearly defines subject-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age relaxations, pay scales, and important dates. Candidates should review all requirements carefully to ensure accurate application and effective preparation for the examination.

NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Vacancy

Multiple Assistant Professor positions are available. The minimum eligibility criteria typically require a Masters Degree in the relevant subject, a NET Certificate, or a PhD Degree.

 Subject Wise Post Graduate Teacher Vacancy Details

PGT positions are also available for specific subjects.

 General Eligibility Requirements by Post Type

General eligibility requirements for NPSC 2026 posts vary by post type. Assistant Professor posts require a Master’s Degree with NET or PhD, while PGT posts need a Post Graduate Degree with B.Ed. Check below for the detailed eligibility criteria. 

Assistant Professor

• Masters Degree from a recognized university with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade.

• Relaxation: A 5% relaxation in marks is provided for SC and ST candidates.

• NET/SLET/SET Exemption: Candidates holding a PhD Degree are exempted from the NET, SLET, or SET certificate requirement.

• Subject-Specific Exemption: NET, SLET, or SET is not required for Masters Degree programs in disciplines where these accredited tests are not conducted.

Lecturer

• M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Maths, or English with 60% marks.

• Relaxation: A 5% relaxation is provided for SC and ST candidates.

• Alternatively, a Post Graduate Degree with 50% marks is accepted.

• Relaxation: A 5% relaxation is provided for SC and ST candidates for this criterion as well.

Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) - Education Department

• Post Graduate Degree with 50% marks.

• Relaxation: A 5% relaxation is provided for SC and ST candidates.

Graduate Teacher (GT) - School Education Department

• Graduate or Post Graduate Degree with 50% marks.

• Relaxation: A 5% relaxation is provided for SC and ST candidates.

NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Examination Dates

The NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Vacancy examination dates are important for candidates planning to apply. The application process begins on May 12 and closes on May 30, while the exam is tentatively scheduled for July 11, 2026. Check below for details. 

• Application Start Date: May 12 (12:00 PM / Noon)

• Application End Date: May 30 (12:00 PM / Noon)

• Tentative Examination Date: July 11, 2026

NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Pay Scales

The pay scales for various positions are structured as follows:

 NPSC 2026 Assistant Professor Age Limit and Relaxations

General Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 years and 32 years old as of First of January 2026.

• Upper Age Limit Relaxations:

• SC and ST Candidates: Five years relaxation.

• Government Employees: Relaxation equal to the number of years in service, up to a maximum of five years.

• PwBDs (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Relaxation benefit of 10 years.

• Assistant Professors (PhD Holders): An additional five years relaxation in the upper age limit for candidates with a PhD Degree applying for Assistant Professor positions.