The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially released the Assistant Professor Recruitment Notification 2026 for 145 vacancies across various subjects. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding a Master’s Degree with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. to secure a Group-A Gazetted teaching position in Government Colleges of Arunachal Pradesh.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website https://appsc.gov.in from 23 January 2026 to 23 February 2026.
🔔 Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 145 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-10 (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400) |
| Job Category | Group-A Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) |
| Job Location | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://appsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
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Notification Release: 22 January 2026
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Online Application Start: 23 January 2026 (05:00 PM)
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Last Date to Apply: 23 February 2026 (11:00 AM)
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Interview Date: To be notified later
📌 Vacancy Details (Subject-wise)
| Subject | Posts | PwBD Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| English | 18 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| Hindi | 14 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| History | 21 | NIL |
| Political Science | 18 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| Economics | 13 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| Geography | 13 | NIL |
| Education | 09 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| Commerce | 06 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| Mathematics | 06 | NIL |
| Zoology | 06 | NIL |
| Botany | 05 | NIL |
| Physics | 05 | NIL |
| Chemistry | 07 | 1 (Locomotor Disability) |
| Sociology | 02 | NIL |
| Anthropology | 02 | NIL |
| Total | 145 | 8 PwBD Posts |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Master’s Degree with 55% marks (50% for ST/SC candidates) in relevant subject
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Degree must be from a recognized Indian or foreign university
Additional Requirement (Any One)
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UGC NET / CSIR NET
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SLET / SET
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Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016
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Ph.D. from foreign universities ranked in Top 500 (QS/THE/ARWU)
NET Exemption
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Ph.D. registered prior to 11 July 2009 (subject to conditions)
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Disciplines where NET/SLET/SET is not conducted
Desirable Qualifications
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Research publications in UGC-listed journals
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Teaching or Post-Doctoral experience
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National/International awards
🎂 Age Limit (As on Closing Date)
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General: Up to 30 years
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ST/SC: Up to 35 years
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APST: Up to 37 years
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PwBD & Govt Servants: As per Government rules
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| APST Candidates | ₹150/- |
| General / ST / SC | ₹200/- |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
🧾 Salary & Benefits
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Pay Matrix: Level-10
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Monthly Salary: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400
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Department: Government Colleges, Dept. of Education, Arunachal Pradesh
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Other allowances as per Government norms
🧑⚖️ Selection Process
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Selection Method: Interview (Viva-Voce) only
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Total Marks: 100
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Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50%
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Shortlisting: Based on Academic Score (UGC Appendix-II Table 3B)
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Interview Ratio: 1:3 (subject-wise)
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Final Selection: As per APPSC Examination Manual 2024
📝 How to Apply Online
Step 1: One Time Registration (OTR)
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Mandatory for all applicants
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Existing users can login directly
Step 2: Fill Online Application
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Login using OTR credentials
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Carefully fill all personal and academic details
Step 3: Upload Documents
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Photograph & Signature (JPG format)
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Educational certificates (Matric to Ph.D.)
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NET/SLET/SET certificates
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APST / PwBD certificates (if applicable)
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Research & Experience certificates
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
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Online payment as per category
Step 5: Final Submission
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Review application carefully
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Submit and take a printout for reference
📂 Documents Required
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Matriculation Certificate (DOB proof)
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Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree certificates
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NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. documents
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APST / Aadhaar / PRC / EPIC
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PwBD certificate (if applicable)
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Research publications & experience certificates
🔗 Important Links
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Apply Online: Available on APPSC website
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Official Notification PDF: Available on APPSC portal
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Official Website: https://appsc.gov.in
📢 Final Note
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Submission of incorrect or incomplete information may lead to rejection of candidature at any stage.
