Assistant Professor
Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla, invites online applications from eligible candidates for the recruitment of Assistant Professors (Category 'A' teaching posts). A total of 26 vacancies are available across various departments. Candidates with qualifications as per UGC Regulations, 2018 and applicable AICTE norms are eligible. The online application process starts on 11 August 2026 and closes on 07 September 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla |
| Advertisement No. | Rectt.- 30/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 (12:00 AM) |
| Last Date (Online) | 07 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date (Hard Copy) | 22 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Job Type | Regular (Full Time) |
| Job Location | Shimla, Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | recruitment.hpushimla.in |
Himachal Pradesh,
171005,
IN
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:26
Department-wise Vacancy Details
Pay Matrix: Academic Level-10 (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400)
| Department / Subject | Vacancies | Category-wise Details |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 3 | SC-1, OBC-1, UR-1 |
| History | 2 | ST-1, SC-1 |
| Law | 2 | ST-1, SC-1 |
| Commerce | 3 | EWS-1, ST-1, SC-1 |
| Physics | 2 | SC-(Ex-SM)-1, UR (PBD-LD)-1 |
| Chemistry | 4 | EWS (Physical Chemistry)-1, SC (Physical Chemistry)-1, ST (PBD-DHH) (Physical Chemistry)-1, ST (Physical Chemistry)-1 |
| Life Long Learning | 1 | UR (Rural Development)-1 |
| Geography | 1 | UR-1 |
| Sanskrit | 4 | ST-1, SC(Ex-SM)-1, UR (Ward of Ex-SM)-1, UR-1 |
| Law (HPU Regional Centre, Dharamshala) | 2 | UR(Ex-SM)-1, UR-1 |
| Computer Science/IT (UIT, Shimla) | 2 | ST-1, SC-1 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | As per UGC Regulations, 2018 and applicable AICTE norms, 2019 (for UIT). Detailed information available on UGC website and University recruitment portal. |
| Application Fee | General/OBC: ₹2,000/-; SC/ST/EWS/BPL: ₹1,000/-; Ex-Servicemen (after normal tenure)/Visually Impaired: No Fee. |
| Age Limit | Not specified in the notification. Please refer to the official UGC/University rules. |
Selection Process
- Screening: Based on Academic Score Component as per UGC Regulations, 2018 (Table 3-A). The number of candidates called for interview is limited (up to 25 for the first vacancy + 15 for each additional vacancy).
- Interview: Final selection is based on performance in the personal interview. Candidates must obtain minimum qualifying marks: 50% (General) and 45% (Reserved Category).
How to Apply for HPU Assistant Professor 2026
Candidates must apply online and also submit a hard copy. Follow these steps:
- Read Notification: Download and read the official notification PDF carefully.
- Apply Online: Visit the HPU Recruitment Portal: recruitment.hpushimla.in and fill the online application form between 11 August 2026 (12:00 AM) and 07 September 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Pay Fee: Pay the applicable application fee online via debit/credit card/UPI/internet banking.
- Print Application: After submitting the online application, download and take a printout.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents (proof of UGC-listed publications, qualifications, experience, category certificates, etc.) with the hard copy.
- Send Hard Copy: Send the hard copy application to the address below by Registered/Speed Post on or before 22 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
Address:
The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment Branch,
Gyan Path, H.P. University, Summerhill,
Shimla (H.P.) - 171005.
Last Date (Online): 07 September 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date (Hard Copy): 22 September 2026 (5:00 PM)
Note: For candidates in remote areas (Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, Ladakh, certain North-Eastern states, and specified HP districts), the last date for hard copy is 03 October 2026 (5:00 PM).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 (12:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 07 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 22 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy (Remote Areas) | 03 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
Important Links
Official Website / Apply Online: https://recruitment.hpushimla.in
University Website: https://www.hpuniv.ac.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Online + Hard Copy: Both steps are mandatory. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the specific educational qualification, NET/Ph.D. norms, and other requirements as per UGC Regulations, 2018.
- Application Fee: Pay the correct fee online. The fee is non-refundable.
- Reservation: Reservation benefits (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-SM/PwBD) are applicable only to Bonafide Residents of Himachal Pradesh. Submit the prescribed certificates.
- NOC for In-service Candidates: Submit No Objection Certificate from the current employer at the time of interview. Hard copy must be sent through the proper channel.
- Shortlisting: Based on Academic Score. Final selection is through interview.
- Previous Applicants: Candidates who applied earlier (Advt. No. 26/2022) need to update their application and submit fresh hard copies. Fee exemption may be available for them.
- Check Official Sources: Regularly visit the HPU recruitment portal for any updates.
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Closing: Aug 29, 2026About Himachal Pradesh University
The Himachal Pradesh University was founded on July 22, 1970. It is located at Summer Hill which is at a distance of 5 kms from the main town, Shimla. The University is nestled amidst tall and lush green trees of deodars, oats, pines and rhododendrons. The location of the University presents a panoramic natural view among the woods, settled around Summer Hill. The camps where one half bathes in the fresh sun towards the east and another half in the grandeur of unique sunset on the West. Overlooking snow peaked majestic mountain ranges add to the lofty ideals and vision of the university. Its salubrious climate and calmness presents congenial atmosphere to pursue higher studies. The University campus occupies an area of 200 acres and has been designed to possess a distinctive architectural style. Himachal Pradesh University is the only multi-faculty and affiliating University in the state. It firmly believes in what India's first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru said in his oft. Cited convocation address at the University of Allahabad, “A University stands for humanism, for tolerance, for region, for progress, for the adventure of ideas and for the search for truth. It stands for the onward march of the human race towards even higher.
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