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UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 54 Professor and Associate Professor Posts

54 (Professor: 8, Associate Professor: 46)
Vacancies
29 July 2026 (Wednesday), up to 5:00 PM
Last Date
Online only
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Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

The Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) has released a detailed advertisement for the Professor/Associate Professor Examination 2026, inviting online applications for direct recruitment to 8 Professor and 46 Associate Professor posts in Government Medical Colleges under the Medical Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand. Online applications open on 09 July 2026 and close on 29 July 2026. Eligible doctors holding a postgraduate medical qualification as per NMC-TEQ Regulations can apply through the official portal at www.ukmssb.org. This article covers the department-wi
Organization NameUttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB)
Total Vacancies54 (Professor: 8, Associate Professor: 46)
Application ModeOnline only
Job LocationDehradun, Uttarakhand
Official Websitewww.ukmssb.org
Last Updated16 Jul 2026
DepartmentMedical Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand

UKMSSB Professor/Associate Professor Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

EventDate
Advertisement Publication Date30 June 2026 (Tuesday)
Online Application Start Date09 July 2026 (Thursday)
Last Date to Submit Online Application29 July 2026 (Wednesday), up to 5:00 PM
Last Date for Fee Payment (Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI)29 July 2026 (Wednesday), up to 5:00 PM
Edit/Correction Window for Submitted Applications31 July 2026 to 03 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM (one-time, 4-day window)
Proposed Interview and Document VerificationNovember-December 2026 (proposed)

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

A total of 54 posts are available - 8 Professor and 46 Associate Professor posts. The Board has clarified that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease. Note: As per Uttarakhand Government Order No. 79293/XXVIII(5)/2022-(E-22311) dated 28 November 2022, a 50% allowance is admissible for hilly areas - i.e., Srinagar/Almora - under the Medical Teachers Deficiency Compensatory Scheme. Note: As per the letter of the Director, Directorate of Medical Education, Uttarakhand (No. 8375/चि0शि0/03(मेडिकल)/09/2019-25 dated 09 February 2026), in the Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Pharmacology faculties, non-medical (non-doctor) candidates will be selected only if medical teacher candidates (MD/MS/DNB) as per the latest MCI/NMC norms are not available, so as to maintain parity for non-medico posts.
54 posts
Post NamePay Scale LevelTotal Vacant Posts
Professor₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200, Level-148
Associate Professor₹1,31,100 - ₹3,16,600, Level-13(A)46
Professor: Department-wise Vacancy
Sl NoDepartmentVacant PostsGeneral UnreservedSC
1Emergency Medicine110
2General Medicine101
3Radiotherapy101
4Psychiatry110
5Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation110
6Respiratory Medicine101
7Radiodiagnosis211
Total844
Associate Professor: Department-wise Vacancy
Sl NoDepartmentVacant PostsGeneral UnreservedSCOBCEWS
1Anaesthesia42101
2Anatomy10100
3Biochemistry10100
4Community Medicine21100
5Dermatology21100
6Emergency Medicine11000
7General Medicine74210
8General Surgery62211
9Microbiology21100
10Obstetrics and Gynaecology10100
11Ophthalmology10100
12Orthopaedics32100
13Pathology32100
14Paediatrics43100
15Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation11000
16Psychiatry10100
17Radiodiagnosis32100
18Radiotherapy10100
19Respiratory Medicine21100
Total46231922

Eligibility Criteria

The post is gazetted and carries a contributory pension. Qualification is as per the latest NMC-TEQ Regulations - Minimum Qualifications for Teachers in Medical Institutions Regulations, dated 30 June 2025. All else being equal, preference in direct recruitment will be given to candidates who have: Served a minimum of 2 years in the Territorial Army, OR Obtained a National Cadet Corps (NCC) 'B' Certificate Candidates must hold a valid/renewed registration certificate with the medical council of any state in the country, up to the last date of online application. Note: For non-clinical subjects, candidates holding an M.Sc (Medical)/Ph.D medical degree are not required to have Medical Council registration. The candidate must be a citizen of India; or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India; or a person of Indian origin w

Age Limit

The cutoff date for age calculation is 01 July 2025. For Uttarakhand's Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other notified categories, the upper age limit will be higher by as many years as specified in the applicable rules. SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand): 5 years relaxation in maximum age (as per Government Order No. 1399/XXX(2)/2005 dated 21 May 2005). Dependents of Uttarakhand Freedom Fighters: 5 years relaxation (Government Order No. 1244/XXX(2)/2005 dated 21 May 2005). Divyangjan (Persons with Disability) of Uttarakhand: 5 years relaxation (Government Order No. 1244/XXX(2)/2005 dated 21 May 2005). Ex-Servicemen of Uttarakhand: As per Notification No. 6/1/72-Karmik-2 dated 25 April 1977, actual age is reduced by the period of armed forces service, provided the resultant age does not exceed the prescribed maximum age limit for the post by more than 3 years. Orphan Children: Age relaxation
PostMinimum Age As On 01 July 2025Maximum Age As On 01 July 2025
Associate Professor30 years62 years
Professor35 years62 years

Pay Scale / Salary

As per Government Order No. 79293/XXVIII(5)/2022-(E-22311) dated 28 November 2022, a 50% allowance under the Medical Teachers Deficiency Compensatory Scheme is admissible for postings in hilly areas, namely Srinagar and Almora.
PostPay ScaleLevel
Professor₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200Level-14
Associate Professor₹1,31,100 - ₹3,16,600Level-13(A)

Reservation Policy

Reservation is available only to holders of a Uttarakhand permanent resident certificate. Categories eligible for vertical/horizontal reservation as per prevailing Uttarakhand Government orders include: Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, Ex-Servicemen, dependents of Freedom Fighters, Divyangjan (PWD), Uttarakhand Women, orphan children of Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand agitators (or their dependents), and skilled sportspersons. PWD reservation requires a minimum of 40% disability in the relevant category. For Professor/Associate Professor posts under the Medical Education Department, only the "One Leg Affected (O.L.)" disability category is eligible for reservation, as per Government Order No. 48/XVII-A-3/2023-01(11)/Vi.K./2017 dated 05 June 2023; applications from other disability categories will not be accepted. Ex-servicemen reservation

No Objection Certificate (NOC)

Candidates who are regularly working in Central or State Government service as on the date of application must submit a departmental No Objection Certificate from their concerned department.

Selection Process (Total 100 Marks)

Paper publications will be considered valid as per the notifications applicable at the time they were approved by MCI/NMC. Experience is counted only in complete years (365 days); any period of absence is excluded from the experience calculation. Only the experience, paper publication, and additional qualification details entered in the online application will be considered - claims made later during document verification that were not entered online will not be considered by the Board.
Sl NoComponentEvaluation BasisMarks
1Paper Publication5 marks per publication, maximum 20 marks (valid as per standards prescribed by MCI/NMC)20
2Experience4 marks per completed year, maximum 20 marks (only experience at State/Central/Autonomous Government hospitals or medical colleges is valid; private sector experience is not counted; marks are payable only for experience beyond the minimum prescribed qualifying experience)20
3Additional Educational QualificationM.Ch/DM/DNB Super Specialty10
4Interview (Viva)-50

Required Documents

Candidates must upload a single combined PDF file (200 KB to 5 MB) containing self-attested copies of the following documents: High School Certificate Intermediate Certificate Domicile of Uttarakhand (if any) Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) Sub-category certificates: Dependent of Freedom Fighter (DFF)/Ex-Army/Differently Abled (PH)/Orphan Children of Uttarakhand State/Skilled Sportsperson/Uttarakhand Agitator or Agitator's dependent (if any) UG Mark Sheet (all years/semesters) UG Degree Certificate PG Mark Sheet (all years/semesters) PG Degree Certificate PhD Degree (for non-clinical candidates, if any) DM/M.Ch/DNB Super Specialty certificate (if any) Experience Certificates Paper Publications (only the first page of each paper) Medical Council Registration Certificate (with validity) NCC/Territorial Army Certificate (if any) Candidates must also upload a scanned photograph (20 KB t

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 : Application Fee Details

Fees can be paid only online, through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Candidates under the Uttarakhand Ex-Servicemen sub-category will pay the fee applicable to their original category (General/SC/ST/OBC). The fee, once submitted, is non-refundable under any circumstances, including if the application is later cancelled and resubmitted, or if the application/candidature is rejected for not meeting eligibility conditions.
CategoryApplication Fee
Unreserved/General₹2,000/-
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)₹1,000/-
Uttarakhand Other Backward Class (OBC)₹2,000/-
Uttarakhand Scheduled Caste (SC)₹1,000/-
Uttarakhand Scheduled Tribe (ST)₹1,000/-
Uttarakhand Divyang (PWD)₹1,000/-

Edit/Correction Process

The edit/correction link for the submitted application will open one working day after the online application closes on 29 July 2026, and remain open for 4 days - from 31 July 2026 to 03 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Only candidates who have completed the application process can log in using their registration number and password to make corrections. Candidates can amend any field except mobile number and e-mail ID. Entries as edited during this window will be treated as final; data as of the original application closing date will otherwise be considered for processing timelines. If a candidate changes their category/sub-category during correction (for example, from Unreserved to SC), the fee difference, if any, will not be refunded. No request for correction/modification of any entry or claim will be considered by the Board once this correction window closes.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 : Important Instructions

Candidates must ensure they hold all mandatory educational, category, and reservation-related certificates by the last date of the online application. For educational qualification, the date on the mark sheet (Marksheet Issuing Date) will be considered. The Board does not advise candidates on their eligibility; candidates should study the notification carefully and apply only if satisfied that they meet all conditions. Issue of an admit card does not mean the candidature has been finally confirmed by the Board. If found ineligible at any stage, the candidature will be cancelled, even after final selection. No change is permitted in any detail shown in the submitted online application after the correction window closes, including the issue date and number of category/sub-category certificates. Signatures made at all stages - application form, attendance sheets, and correspondence with the

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Visit the official website: www.ukmssb.org.
  • 2Click on "Apply Now" against "Professor/Associate Professor Examination-2026 (for Medical College)."
  • 3Click "Candidate Register Here" to complete your registration using a valid e-mail ID and mobile number.
  • 4After registration, you will receive a registration number and password via e-mail and SMS.
  • 5Log in using the registration number and password, and complete the application in five steps: Step 1: Registration and Personal Details Step 2: Education, Experience, Paper Publication and Council Details Step 3: Upload Photo, Signature and Documents Step 4: Make Payment Step 5: Print Application Form
  • 6Step 1: Registration and Personal Details
  • 7Step 2: Education, Experience, Paper Publication and Council Details
  • 8Step 3: Upload Photo, Signature and Documents
  • 9Step 4: Make Payment
  • 10Step 5: Print Application Form
  • 11Carefully verify all entries. If satisfied that all details are correct, click "I Agree" at the end of the form to finalise submission.
  • 12Pay the application fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Applications will not be accepted without fee payment.
  • 13Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
  • 14Only online applications will be accepted; offline or hard-copy applications will not be considered. Incomplete online applications will also not be accepted.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Expert Analysis

This recruitment is a great opportunity for medical professionals to join the Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board. The selection process is rigorous, so aspirants need to prepare well.

Who Should Apply UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Ideal candidates for this post are medical professionals with a Ph.D. or MD degree and relevant teaching experience.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Preparation Tips

Aspirants should focus on improving their subject knowledge, teaching skills, and communication skills. Practice mock interviews and prepare for the written exam.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Salary Insights

The salary for Professor and Associate Professor posts is between ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,50,000 per month. This is a competitive salary compared to similar government jobs.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Job Profile

As a Professor or Associate Professor, you will be responsible for teaching medical students, conducting research, and contributing to the development of medical education in Uttarakhand.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Selection Strategy

To get selected, focus on improving your subject knowledge, teaching skills, and communication skills. Prepare well for the written exam and practice mock interviews.

UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1What is the last date to apply for UKMSSB Professor/Associate Professor Recruitment 2026?
A
The online application closes on 29 July 2026 (Wednesday) at 5:00 PM. The fee must also be paid by the same date and time.
Q2How many total vacancies are there in UKMSSB Professor/Associate Professor Recruitment 2026?
A
There are 54 total vacancies - 8 for Professor and 46 for Associate Professor - though the notification states the number of vacancies may increase or decrease.
Q3What is the age limit for UKMSSB Professor and Associate Professor posts?
A
As on 01 July 2025, the minimum age is 35 years for Professor and 30 years for Associate Professor, with a maximum age of 62 years for both posts. Age relaxation of 5 years is available for SC/ST/OBC, freedom fighter dependents, and Divyangjan candidates of Uttarakhand, as detailed in the Age Limit section above.
Q4What is the application fee for UKMSSB Professor/Associate Professor Recruitment 2026?
A
The fee is ₹2,000 for Unreserved and Uttarakhand OBC candidates, and ₹1,000 for EWS, Uttarakhand SC, Uttarakhand ST, and Uttarakhand PWD candidates, payable online only.
Q5What is the pay scale for UKMSSB Professor and Associate Professor posts?
A
Professor is paid ₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200 (Level-14), and Associate Professor is paid ₹1,31,100 - ₹3,16,600 (Level-13(A)). A 50% Medical Teachers Deficiency Compensatory Scheme allowance is additionally admissible for postings in Srinagar/Almora.
Q6How is selection done for UKMSSB Professor/Associate Professor posts?
A
Selection is based on 100 total marks: up to 20 marks for paper publications, up to 20 marks for relevant government-sector experience, 10 marks for additional educational qualification (DM/M.Ch/DNB Super Specialty), and 50 marks for the interview.
Q7Is Medical Council registration compulsory for all candidates?
A
Medical Council registration is compulsory for clinical subject candidates. It is not mandatory for candidates in non-clinical subjects holding an M.Sc (Medical)/Ph.D medical degree.
Q8Can I edit my application after submission?
A
Yes, but only during the designated correction window from 31 July 2026 to 03 August 2026. You can edit any field except your registered mobile number and e-mail ID. No corrections will be entertained after this window closes.
Q9Is reservation available to candidates from outside Uttarakhand?
A
No. Reservation benefits under this recruitment are available only to candidates holding a Uttarakhand permanent resident certificate.
Q10When will the interview for UKMSSB Professor/Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 be held?
A
The interview and document verification are proposed to be held in November-December 2026. The exact schedule with roll numbers will be published on the official UKMSSB website.
Q11How can I apply for UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 54 Professor and Associate Professor Posts?
A
Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 54 Professor and Associate Professor Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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