UPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025: Complete Guide for Indian Applicants

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced exciting opportunities for academic professionals through its Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 drive. This comprehensive guide covers all essential details including eligibility criteria, application process, selection procedure, and important dates for aspiring candidates.

Section 1: Overview of UPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025

Key Highlights

• Total Vacancies: Expected 150+ posts across various disciplines
• Application Mode: Online through UPSC official portal
• Job Location: Prestigious institutions across India
• Salary Scale: Level-10 as per 7th Pay Commission (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400)

Source: UPSC Official Notification

Section 2: Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications

• Essential:
• Master’s degree with 55% marks in relevant subject
• NET/SLET/SET qualification mandatory
• Preferred:
• Ph.D. in concerned/allied discipline
• Minimum 2 years teaching/research experience

Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025)

• General Category: 35 years
• OBC: 38 years
• SC/ST: 40 years
• PwD: Additional 5 years relaxation

Section 3: Application Process & Important Dates

Step-by-Step Application Guide

1. Visit UPSC Official Website
2. Register for new user account
3. Fill detailed application form
4. Upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
5. Pay application fee (₹25 for SC/ST/PwD, ₹100 for others)
6. Submit and print confirmation page

Tentative Schedule

Event	Expected Date
Notification Release	September 2024
Online Application Starts	October 2024
Last Date to Apply	November 2024
Admit Card Release	December 2024
Interview Date	January-February 2025

Section 4: Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Two-Stage Selection:

1. Screening Test (Objective Type)

• Subject Knowledge (70%)
• Research Methodology (20%)
• General Awareness (10%)

1. Interview Round

• Presentation on research work
• Subject expertise evaluation
• Personality assessment

Section 5: Salary & Career Growth

Pay Structure

• Basic Pay: ₹57,700 (Level-10)
• Allowances: DA, HRA, Transport Allowance
• Gross Salary: Approximately ₹85,000/month

Promotional Avenues

• Associate Professor after 5 years
• Professor through merit promotion
• Opportunities for administrative positions

FAQs: UPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025

❓ Can final year students apply?

No, candidates must complete all qualifications before application deadline.

❓ Is there any age relaxation for OBC candidates?

Yes, OBC candidates get 3 years age relaxation.

❓ How to prepare for the screening test?

Focus on your subject expertise and practice previous years’ question papers.

❓ What documents are required during application?

All educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and experience documents.

❓ When will the final results be declared?

Expected within 3 months after interviews conclude.

Final Preparation Tips

✔️ Start early with subject revision
✔️ Practice mock interviews
✔️ Stay updated with UPSC official website
✔️ Prepare research presentation in advance

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