Andhra University has released the AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting applications for a total of 1,523 teaching and librarian posts across 19 state universities in Andhra Pradesh. The online application window opens on 18‑05‑2026 and closes on 08‑06‑2026, with a Computer‑Based Test (CBT) scheduled for 22‑06‑2026 for Assistant Professor candidates.
At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organization | Andhra University |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian, Lecturer (RGUKT) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,523 |
| Job Type | State University / Teaching Jobs |
| Qualification | Post‑wise (Master’s, Ph.D., NET/SET/SLET, Library Science, Relevant Discipline) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 44 years (relaxations applicable) |
| Application Start Date | 18‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08‑06‑2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | 22‑06‑2026 |
| Official Website | https://apuniversitiesrecruitment.apcfss.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is conducted by Andhra University on behalf of 19 state universities in Andhra Pradesh. The posts advertised are:
- Professor
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor
- Assistant Librarian
- Lecturer (RGUKT)
Vacancy Details
| Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Professor | 63 |
| Associate Professor | 334 |
| Assistant Professor | 1,020 |
| Assistant Librarian | 2 |
| Lecturer (RGUKT) | 104 |
| Total | 1,523 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Maximum age: 44 years
- SC / ST / BC / EWS: 5 years relaxation
- PwBD: 10 years relaxation
Educational Qualification (Post‑wise)
- Assistant Professor: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and UGC‑NET/CSIR‑NET/APSET/APSLET, or Ph.D. as per UGC regulations.
- Associate Professor: Ph.D. in relevant discipline, Master’s with 55% marks, minimum 8 years teaching/research experience, at least 7 publications, research score of 75.
- Professor: Ph.D. in relevant discipline, minimum 10 years teaching/research experience, at least 10 research publications, research score of 120.
- Lecturer (RGUKT): Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent.
- Assistant Librarian: Master’s degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science with 55% marks and NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
Pay Scale & Salary
- Assistant Professor – Level 10: ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400
- Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) – Level 11: ₹68,900 to ₹2,05,500
- Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) – Level 12: ₹79,800 to ₹2,11,500
- Associate Professor – Level 13A: ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100
- Professor – Level 14: ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200
- Senior Professor – Level 15: ₹1,82,200 to ₹2,24,100
Application Fee
- General / BC / EWS: ₹2,500
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹2,000
- OCI Candidates: USD 50 (approximately ₹4,200)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 15‑05‑2026 |
| Online Application Start | 18‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08‑06‑2026 |
| Exam (CBT) for Assistant Professor | 22‑06‑2026 |
Selection Process
- Eligibility Screening
- CBT Written Test (Assistant Professor only)
- Shortlisting based on marks / research & academic scores
- Academic Score Evaluation (for Associate Professor & Professor)
- Interview
How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment portal: https://apuniversitiesrecruitment.apcfss.in
- Click on the relevant university faculty recruitment link.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, academic and professional details.
- Upload all required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.).
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 1,523 vacancies have been announced across 19 Andhra Pradesh State Universities, including 1,244 regular and 279 backlog posts.
- Q2. What is the last date to apply for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit the online application is 08‑06‑2026.
- Q3. When will the AP Assistant Professor 2026 exam be conducted?
- The Computer‑Based Test (CBT) for Assistant Professor posts is scheduled for 22‑06‑2026.
- Q4. What is the qualification required for Assistant Professor posts?
- Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks along with UGC‑NET/CSIR‑NET/APSET/APSLET qualification or a Ph.D. as per UGC norms.
- Q5. What is the age limit for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
- The maximum age limit is 44 years, with a relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
- Q6. What is the application fee for AP Faculty Recruitment 2026?
- General/BC/EWS candidates: ₹2,500.
SC/ST/PwBD candidates: ₹2,000.
OCI candidates: USD 50 (≈ ₹4,200). - Q7. What is the selection process for Assistant Professor posts?
- The process includes eligibility screening, CBT written test, shortlisting, academic score evaluation, and interview.
- Q8. How many Assistant Professor vacancies are available?
- There are 1,020 Assistant Professor vacancies in this recruitment drive.