AP University Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1523 Assistant Professor, Lecturer & Other Posts
Andhra University — Higher Education Department, Andhra Pradesh
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 18 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 08 Jun 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 08 Jun 2026 |
| Exam Date | 22 Jun 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Lecturer |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1523 |
| Qualification | Master's Degree, Ph.D., NET/SET/SLET |
| Age Limit | Maximum 44 Years |
| Salary | ₹57,700 - ₹2,18,200 (Level 10 to 14) |
| Application Fee | General/BC/EWS: ₹2500, SC/ST/PwBD: ₹2000 |
| Selection Process | CBT (for Asst Prof), Academic Score Evaluation, Interview |
📝 Detailed Notification Information
AP University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 1523 Vacancies Announced
Andhra University has released a comprehensive recruitment notification for 2026, inviting applications for various faculty positions across 19 State Universities in Andhra Pradesh. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,523 vacancies for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Lecturer, and Assistant Librarian.
AP University Faculty Vacancy Details 2026
The recruitment includes both regular and backlog vacancies to strengthen the academic workforce in the state universities. Below is the post-wise distribution:
- Assistant Professor: 1020 Posts
- Associate Professor: 334 Posts
- Professor: 63 Posts
- Lecturer (RGUKT): 104 Posts
- Assistant Librarian: 02 Posts
Total Vacancies: 1523 (Regular: 1244, Backlog: 279)
Eligibility Criteria for AP Teaching Jobs
Candidates must meet the academic requirements as per UGC/AICTE and State Government norms:
- Assistant Professor: Master’s degree with 55% marks plus qualifying in NET/SET/SLET or holding a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations.
- Associate Professor: Ph.D. in relevant discipline, Master’s with 55%, minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience, and required research scores.
- Professor: Ph.D. with minimum 10 years of experience and 10 research publications.
- Lecturer (RGUKT): Bachelor's and Master's degree in relevant discipline with First Class.
- Assistant Librarian: Master's in Library Science/Information Science with 55% marks and NET/SLET or Ph.D.
Age Limit and Relaxations
The maximum age limit for applicants is 44 Years. Age relaxations are applicable as per government rules:
- SC / ST / BC / EWS Candidates: 5 Years Relaxation
- PwBD Candidates: 10 Years Relaxation
UGC Pay Scale & Salary Details
Selected candidates will be placed in the following pay levels:
- Assistant Professor: Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400)
- Associate Professor: Level 13A (₹1,31,400 - ₹2,17,100)
- Professor: Level 14 (₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200)
Application Fee
- General / BC / EWS: ₹2500
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹2000
- OCI Candidates: ₹4200 (USD 50)
Selection Process
The selection methodology varies by post type:
- Assistant Professor: Includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), screening of academic scores, and a personal interview.
- Professor/Associate Professor: Shortlisting based on Research & Academic Score Evaluation followed by an interview.
How to Apply for AP University Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Andhra Pradesh University Recruitment portal at apuniversitiesrecruitment.apcfss.in.
- Navigate to the specific university recruitment link for the faculty position you are interested in.
- Register yourself using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal and academic credentials.
- Upload the scanned copies of required documents and certificates.
- Pay the application fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
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