Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for Assistant Professor Positions in Various Departments
Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, invites online applications from eligible candidates for the recruitment of Assistant Professors (Category 'A' Teaching Posts) in various departments vide Advertisement No. Rectt.-30/2026 dated August 07, 2026. Eligible candidates possessing the prescribed qualifications and experience are encouraged to submit their online applications from August 11, 2026 to September 07, 2026, followed by the submission of the hard copy of the online application along with the requisite documents on or before September 22, 2026 (05:00 PM).
Hiring Organization: Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
About the Organization: Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla, established in 1970, is a premier public university accredited with NAAC 'A' Grade. The University offers quality education and research across diverse disciplines through its teaching departments, regional centres, and affiliated institutions, with a strong commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Positions Open:
- Assistant Professor
Departments:
- Post Graduate Centre, HPU Shimla:
- Psychology – 03 Posts
- History – 02 Posts
- Law – 02 Posts
- Commerce – 03 Posts
- Physics – 02 Posts
- Chemistry – 04 Posts
- Life Long Learning – 01 Post
- Geography – 01 Post
- Sanskrit – 04 Posts
- HPU Regional Centre, Dharamshala:
- Law – 02 Posts
- University Institute of Technology (UIT), HPU Shimla:
- Computer Science / Information Technology – 02 Posts
Refer to the detailed advertisement for the department-wise seat matrix, reservation details, and other post-specific information.
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates should possess the essential educational qualifications and eligibility conditions as prescribed under the UGC Regulations, 2018.
- For the University Institute of Technology (UIT), candidates should also fulfill the AICTE Regulations, 2019, as amended from time to time.
Refer to the official advertisement for the complete post-wise educational qualifications and eligibility criteria.
- Academic Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400).
Selection Process:
- Applications will be screened by the duly constituted Screening Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview based on the Academic Score Component (Tally Sheet) as per the UGC Regulations.
- Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks in the interview as prescribed by the University.
Refer to the detailed advertisement for the complete selection criteria and recruitment process.
Application Fee:
- For General Category Candidates: Rs. 2,000/-
- For EWS/SC/ST/OBC/BPL and other eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh: Rs. 1,000/-
- For Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh: No Application Fee
Important Dates:
- Online Application Starts: August 11, 2026 (12:00 AM)
- Last Date for Online Application: September 07, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy: September 22, 2026 (05:00 PM)
Job Location: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Apply Mode: Online & Hard Copy Submission
How to Apply:
- Interested and eligible candidates should submit their online application through the University Recruitment Portal between August 11, 2026 and September 07, 2026.
- After submitting the online application, candidates should send the hard copy of the downloaded application form along with self-attested copies of all relevant documents to The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment Branch, Gyan Path, Himachal Pradesh University, Summerhill, Shimla – 171005, so as to reach on or before September 22, 2026 (05:00 PM).
- Candidates applying for more than one department/post should submit separate online applications for each post.
Refer to the detailed advertisement for complete instructions, required documents, and the application process before applying.
Detailed Advertisement: link
Organization Website (for details): https://www.hpuniv.ac.in/
Organization Address:
Himachal Pradesh University
Gyan Path, Summerhill
Shimla – 171005
Himachal Pradesh
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