Assistant Professor (Various Departments)

Himachal Pradesh University

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Himachal Pradesh (Various departments across the state)

Apply Start

11 Aug 2026

Apply Deadline

07 Sep 2026

🚫 Applications Closed 📄 View PDF Notification

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Himachal Pradesh University (HPU)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma)
Number of Vacancies	26 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹57,700 - ₹182,400 Per Month
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	- General category (including General Physically Disabled, Deaf & Dumb, Hearing Impaired, W.F.F. of H.P., Ex-Servicemen of H.P. relieved on own request, dependent son/daughters/married daughters and wives of Ex-Servicemen): Rs. 2000/- - EWS of H.P./SC of H.P./ST of H.P./OBC of H.P./BPL of H.P. (including SC/ST/OBC Ex-Servicemen of H.P. relieved on own request, dependent son/daughters/married daughters and wives of Ex-Servicemen of SC/ST/OBC category): Rs. 1000/- - Ex-Servicemen of H.P. (relieved after completion of normal tenure)/Visually Impaired of H.P.: No Fee

📄 Details & Description

- Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) invites online applications for 26 Assistant Professor positions across multiple departments.
- Vacancies are available in Psychology (3), History (2), Law (2), Commerce (3), Physics (2), Chemistry (4), Life Long Learning (1), Geography (1), Sanskrit (4), Law (Regional Centre Dharamshala, 2), and Computer Science/IT (UIT, 2).
- Selected candidates will receive a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 per month.
- Applications must be submitted online between 11-08-2026 and 07-09-2026.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Qualifications must meet UGC Regulations, 2018 (AICTE norms 2019 for UIT department).
- Candidates must possess the required postgraduate degree in the relevant discipline as per UGC norms.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection involves screening of applications followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All

📂 Required Documents

- Scanned copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, and UGC/NET/JRF or equivalent qualification proof.
- Caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (if applicable), and disability certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

💳 Application Fee Details

- General category (including General Physically Disabled, Deaf & Dumb, Hearing Impaired, W.F.F. of H.P., Ex-Servicemen of H.P. relieved on own request, dependent son/daughters/married daughters and wives of Ex-Servicemen): Rs. 2000/-
- EWS of H.P./SC of H.P./ST of H.P./OBC of H.P./BPL of H.P. (including SC/ST/OBC Ex-Servicemen of H.P. relieved on own request, dependent son/daughters/married daughters and wives of Ex-Servicemen of SC/ST/OBC category): Rs. 1000/-
- Ex-Servicemen of H.P. (relieved after completion of normal tenure)/Visually Impaired of H.P.: No Fee

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the HPU Assistant Professor posts?

The last date to apply online for the HPU Assistant Professor recruitment is 07 September 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are available for Assistant Professor posts in the UIT department?

There are 2 vacancies for Assistant Professor (Computer Science/IT) in the UIT department.

Q. What is the application fee for General category candidates in HPU Assistant Professor recruitment?

The application fee for General category candidates is Rs. 2000/-.

Q. What is the salary range for the selected Assistant Professor candidates at HPU?

Selected candidates will receive a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 per month.

Q. Where can I download the official HPU Assistant Professor recruitment notification PDF?

The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the 'Important Links' section of the recruitment page or directly from the HPU official website.