UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification (Out), Vacancies, Eligibility, Application Form

UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment to the post of Professor in the Medical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (Allopathy). As per Advertisement No. D-1/E-1/2026, dated August 18, 2026, the notification mentions 1156 Professor vacancies. 

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the UPPSC OTR-based online application system. The online application process started on August 18, 2026, while the last date for fee payment and submission of the online application is September 1, 2026. Candidates must also submit the hard copy of the online application along with required documents by September 15, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Highlights

The table below provides a quick overview of the UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026, including vacancies, important dates, age limit, pay level, application mode, and other key details. 

UPPSC Professor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

• Notification Date: August 18, 2026

• Online Application Begins: August 18, 2026

• Last Date for Fee Payment and Online Application: September 1, 2026

• Last Date for Correction/Modification and Fee Reconciliation: September 8, 2026

• Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy with Documents: September 15, 2026, up to 5:00 PM

The Commission has specifically stated that candidates must complete the fee payment within the prescribed deadline.

UPPSC Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details

The UPPSC Recruitment 2026 includes 1,156 vacancies across two posts. Of these, 44 vacancies are for Medical Professor and 1,112 vacancies are for Assistant Professor posts.

Note: The Professor vacancy details are based on the UPPSC Medical Education Department (Allopathy) notification. The notification specifies 44 Professor vacancies.

UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

The UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF contains complete details regarding vacancies, speciality-wise posts, eligibility criteria, teaching experience, research requirements, age limit, application fee, important dates, OTR-based application process, selection procedure, and other instructions.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying to ensure that they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions.

UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

UPPSC Medical Professor Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility criteria vary according to the speciality. Therefore, candidates should carefully check the qualification prescribed for their particular Professor post before applying.

For many Professor posts, candidates are required to possess the relevant MD/MS/DNB/DM/MCh/DrNB or equivalent speciality qualification, along with the prescribed teaching experience and research requirements. For example, the notification prescribes M.S./DNB (Orthopaedics) for Professor of Orthopaedics and M.S./M.D./DNB (Ophthalmology) for Professor of Ophthalmology.

Teaching Experience

For several specialities, candidates are required to have:

• Three years of experience as an Associate Professor in the concerned subject in a recognised medical institution; or

• For eligible Armed Forces candidates, the prescribed experience as Associate Professor/Specialist Medical Officer in a teaching hospital of the Armed Forces.

The exact qualification and experience requirements differ by speciality and should be checked from the relevant section of the notification.

Research Publications

For many Professor specialities, candidates must have published at least two research publications after becoming Associate Professor and must be among the first three authors. Candidates may also be required to complete the Basic Course in Biomedical Research and, where applicable, the Basic Course in Medical Education.

The notification defines research publications to include original papers, meta-analysis, systematic reviews and case series published in specified indexed journals such as Medline, PubMed Central, SCI/SCIE, Embase, Scopus and DOAJ.

Senior Consultant Provision

The advertisement also provides that a Senior Consultant having three years of experience as a postgraduate teacher of a broad or super-speciality subject in an NBEMS-recognised Government medical institute may be eligible for appointment as Professor in the concerned speciality, subject to the prescribed conditions.

UPPSC Professor Age Limit 2026

The prescribed age limit for the Professor post is 35 to 55 years. Age relaxation for candidates belonging to reserved categories will be available according to applicable rules.

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed age and qualification conditions within the dates specified in the advertisement.

UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link

The UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 online application link is available on the official Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission website. Candidates applying under Advertisement No. D-1/E-1/2026 must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting the application form.

The online application process started on 18 August 2026, and the last date to submit the online application and pay the prescribed fee is 1 September 2026. Candidates can access the application through the official UPPSC website.

UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link

How to Apply for UPPSC Medical Professor Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply through the OTR-based application system by following these steps:

Step 1: Complete OTR Registration- Candidates must first complete One Time Registration (OTR) and obtain an OTR Number. Those who do not already have an OTR Number are required to obtain it from the Commission's OTR portal before submitting the application. The advertisement advises candidates without an OTR Number to complete the registration at least 72 hours before submitting the online application.

Step 2: Visit the UPPSC Website- Go to the official UPPSC website

Open the relevant advertisement under the All Notifications/Advertisements section and select the application option.

Step 3: Authenticate Through OTR- Enter the OTR Number and complete authentication using the OTP received on the registered mobile number/email ID or the OTR password. Personal details available in the OTR will be displayed automatically.

Step 4: Submit Application Details- Complete the required qualification and other details, check the application carefully and submit the required information.

Step 5: Pay Application Fee- Pay the prescribed application fee through the available payment modes. Candidates should save and print the payment transaction slip for future reference.

Step 6: Print the Application Form- After completing the application, candidates should download and print the submitted online application form and keep it safely.

Step 7: Send Hard Copy and Documents- Candidates are required to send the printout of the online application along with self-attested photocopies of the required academic and other documents to the Commission by registered/speed post or by hand. The hard copy must reach the Commission by September 15, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

Candidates should also download the auto-filled address slip from the Candidate Dashboard and paste it on the envelope containing the application and documents.

UPPSC Medical Professor Application Fee 2026

The category-wise application fee mentioned in the notification is:

The fee has to be deposited through the prescribed online payment process.

Documents Required for UPPSC Professor Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready as applicable:

• Printed online application form

• Educational qualification certificates

• Degree/diploma certificates

• Marksheets

• Experience certificates

• Research publication-related documents

• Category/caste certificate, where applicable

• Age proof

• Disability certificate, if applicable

• Other documents supporting claims made in the application

• Original certificates for verification at the interview stage

The Commission states that candidates must produce original certificates when required for verification. Candidates serving under the Central or State Government must also produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview.

UPPSC Medical Professor Selection Process 2026

The notification states that merely possessing the minimum educational qualification does not automatically guarantee an interview call or selection.

Under the UPPSC Direct Recruitment through Screening Examination Regulations, 2025, the Commission may conduct a Screening Examination for shortlisting candidates for interview.

If a Screening Examination is conducted:

1. Candidates must qualify the Screening Examination as per the Commission's prescribed standard.

2. Qualified candidates will be called for interview.

3. The final merit will be prepared by giving 75% weightage to the Screening Examination and 25% weightage to the Interview.

4. The date, time and venue of the Screening Examination will be decided by the Commission.

Negative Marking

If an objective-type Screening Examination is held, negative marking will apply. For every wrong answer, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should carefully check all information before submitting the application. UPPSC states that incorrect or concealed information can result in cancellation of candidature and may lead to debarment from future examinations/selections.

Candidates should also note:

• OTR registration is mandatory before applying.

• Essential qualifications must be held by the last date of online application.

• The Commission does not individually advise candidates about their eligibility.

• Original certificates may be required during interview/document verification.

• Government employees must produce an NOC at interview.

• Hard-copy documents must reach the Commission within the prescribed deadline.

• Vacancy numbers may increase or decrease depending on requirements.