AP Universities Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,523 Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor & Lecturer Posts. Andhra University on behalf of 19 State Universities in Andhra Pradesh has officially released the AP Universities Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,523 teaching vacancies. This is one of the largest faculty recruitment drives in Andhra Pradesh for 2026-27, covering Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian and Lecturer (RGUKT) posts across various universities.
The online application started on 18 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 08 June 2026. Eligible male and female candidates can apply through the official recruitment portal.
AP Universities Recruitment 2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra University (on behalf of 19 State Universities, Andhra Pradesh) |
| Recruitment Name | AP Universities Recruitment 2026-27 |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian, Lecturer (RGUKT) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,523 Posts (1,244 Regular + 279 Backlog) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 44 years (relaxation applicable) |
| Salary | Pay Level-10 to Level-15 (₹57,700 – ₹2,24,100) |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree / Ph.D. + NET/SET/SLET (post-wise) |
| Application Fee | ₹2,000 – ₹4,200 |
| Selection Process | CBT (for Assistant Professor) + Academic Score + Interview |
| Exam Date | 22 June 2026 (Assistant Professor CBT) |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 June 2026 |
AP Universities Recruitment 2026 – Post-wise Vacancies
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Professor | 63 |
| Associate Professor | 334 |
| Assistant Professor | 1,020 |
| Assistant Librarian | 02 |
| Lecturer (RGUKT) | 104 |
| Total | 1,523 |
AP Universities Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (as on closing date) |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D. in relevant discipline + Minimum 10 years teaching/research experience + 10 publications + Research Score 120 | Maximum 44 years |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. + Master’s with 55% marks + Minimum 8 years experience + 7 publications + Research Score 75 | Maximum 44 years |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s Degree with 55% marks + UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / APSET / APSLET OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations | Maximum 44 years |
| Assistant Librarian | Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science with 55% marks + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. | Maximum 44 years |
| Lecturer (RGUKT) | Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent | Maximum 44 years |
Age Relaxation: SC/ST/BC/EWS – 5 years, PwBD – 10 years (as per rules).
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will get UGC-recommended pay scales as per 7th CPC:
- Assistant Professor: Level-10 (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400)
- Assistant Professor (Senior Scale): Level-11 (₹68,900 – ₹2,05,500)
- Assistant Professor (Selection Grade): Level-12 (₹79,800 – ₹2,11,500)
- Associate Professor: Level-13A (₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100)
- Professor: Level-14 (₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200)
- Senior Professor: Level-15 (₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100)
- Other benefits include DA, HRA, Medical facilities, Pension, Leave, and other university perks as per rules.
AP Universities Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Eligibility Screening
- CBT Written Test (for Assistant Professor posts only – 22 June 2026)
- Academic & Research Score Evaluation
- Shortlisting
- Interview / Demo / Document Verification
Important Dates for AP Universities Recruitment 2026
| Notification Release Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 18 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 June 2026 |
| Assistant Professor CBT Exam Date | 22 June 2026 |
Application Fee
- General / BC / EWS : ₹2,500
- SC / ST / PwBD : ₹2,000
- OCI Candidates : ₹4,200 (USD 50)
- Fee can be paid online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
How to Apply for AP Universities Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal apuniversitiesrecruitment.apcfss.in.
- Click on the relevant university faculty recruitment link.
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number.
- Login and fill the online application form with personal, academic & experience details.
- Upload all required documents and photographs.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| AP Universities Recruitment 2026 Official Notification & Apply Online | Apply Online Link |
| AP Universities Official Portal | Visit Recruitment Portal |
AP Universities Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in AP Universities Recruitment 2026?
A1. Total 1,523 vacancies (Professor-63, Associate Professor-334, Assistant Professor-1,020, Assistant Librarian-2, Lecturer (RGUKT)-104).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for AP Universities 2026?
A2. The last date to apply online is 08 June 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for AP Assistant Professor Recruitment?
A3. Maximum 44 years (5 years relaxation for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 10 years for PwBD).
Q4. What is the salary for Assistant Professor in AP Universities?
A4. Pay Level-10 (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400) and higher levels for Senior/Selection Grade posts.
Q5. What is the selection process for Assistant Professor?
A5. CBT Written Test (22 June 2026) + Academic Score Evaluation + Interview.
Q6. Is there any application fee relaxation?
A6. Yes, SC/ST/PwBD candidates pay ₹2,000 instead of ₹2,500.