All Details :
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 03 July 2026 | Completed |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 July 2026 | Closed |
| Interview Schedule | 20–27 July 2026 | Tentative |
| Particular | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC) | Recruitment Authority |
| Post | Contractual Assistant Professor | 3,687 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online | SAMARTH Portal |
| Subject | Vacancies | Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 625 | Economics | 597 |
| History | 658 | Political Science | 596 |
| English | 665 | Sociology | 533 |
| Eligibility | Requirement | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years | As on 01 August 2026 |
| Maximum Age | 43 Years | Age relaxation as per applicable rules |
| Academic Qualification | Relevant Master's Degree and prescribed eligibility qualification | Subject-specific rules apply |
| Selection Stage | Process | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Application Screening | Scrutiny of submitted applications | Shortlisting |
| Interview | Interview-cum-demonstration | As per schedule |
| Final Stage | Merit, college preference and allotment | As per recruitment rules |
| Apply Online | URL |
|---|---|
| HED Bihar SAMARTH Recruitment Portal | Click Here |
| Official Notification | URL |
|---|---|
| BSUSC Official Website | Click Here |
| BSUSC Ongoing Appointments | Click Here |
| BSUSC Apply Online Page | Click Here |
BSUSC Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
The Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC), Patna released a recruitment notification for the appointment of Contractual Assistant Professors in different universities of Bihar. Under Advertisement No. BSUSC/CAP-01 to 06/2026, online applications were invited for a total of 3,687 Assistant Professor vacancies in six subjects.
The recruitment included vacancies in Hindi, Economics, History, Political Science, English and Sociology. The posts were intended for universities across Bihar, including 211 newly constituted Rajkiya Degree Colleges. Applications were submitted through the Higher Education Department's SAMARTH portal.
The application window was open from 03 July 2026 to 15 July 2026. As the application deadline has passed, candidates should now follow the official BSUSC website and recruitment portal for interview, shortlisting, merit list, college preference and allotment updates.
BSUSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
The recruitment schedule included application submission, screening of applications, interview, merit list publication, college preference and final allotment. The interview and subsequent dates were announced as tentative in the recruitment schedule and could be subject to change through official notices.
- Online application started on 03 July 2026.
- The last date for submitting the online application was 15 July 2026.
- Application screening and interview intimation were scheduled for 17–18 July 2026.
- The tentative interview schedule was 20–27 July 2026.
- The tentative merit list date was 29 July 2026.
- College preference submission was scheduled for 30 July 2026.
- Final allotment was tentatively scheduled for 01 August 2026, with joining scheduled by 07 August 2026.
Subject-Wise Vacancy Details
The recruitment covered six academic subjects. The total number of announced contractual Assistant Professor vacancies was 3,687. Subject-wise vacancy figures should be read together with the official university-wise and category-wise vacancy annexure, including any subsequent amendments issued by BSUSC.
- Hindi: 625 posts
- Economics: 597 posts
- History: 658 posts
- Political Science: 596 posts
- English: 665 posts
- Sociology: 533 posts
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates were required to fulfil the educational qualification and other conditions prescribed for the relevant subject and appointment. The general age requirement specified in the recruitment notice was a minimum age of 21 years and a maximum age of 43 years as on 01 August 2026, with applicable relaxation for eligible reserved categories according to government rules.
For the academic qualification, candidates generally needed a relevant Master's degree with the prescribed minimum marks along with the required eligibility qualification such as UGC-NET, SLET, SET or an eligible Ph.D. qualification, as applicable under the relevant UGC and recruitment rules. Candidates should always verify the subject-specific qualification and equivalent-subject provisions from the official notification.
Application Fee
No application fee was prescribed for this contractual Assistant Professor recruitment. Candidates should not make any payment to unofficial persons or websites claiming to process the application or guarantee selection.
Selection Process
The recruitment process was based on scrutiny of applications, academic and eligibility credentials, and an interview-cum-demonstration stage as prescribed in the recruitment notification. There was no separate conventional written examination mentioned for this contractual recruitment process.
Candidates shortlisted for the next stage were required to regularly check their login account and official notices for interview-related information. The final process also included merit preparation, college preference and allotment as per the applicable recruitment conditions.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official HED Bihar SAMARTH recruitment portal.
- Register using the required personal contact details.
- Log in and select the relevant Assistant Professor subject and application option.
- Enter personal, educational, eligibility and other required information carefully.
- Upload the required documents and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Review all information before final submission.
- Submit the application and save a copy of the final application for future reference.
Documents and Information to Keep Ready
Applicants should keep their educational certificates, marksheets, NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. qualification documents where applicable, category certificates, identity documents, photograph, signature and other supporting records ready for application and later verification. The exact requirements depend on the official notification and the candidate's eligibility category.
What Candidates Should Do After Applying
Candidates who submitted an application should regularly check the BSUSC website and the SAMARTH portal for shortlisting notices, interview information, admit card or interview letter updates, merit list publication, college preference instructions and final allotment notices.
Because BSUSC has issued amendments and additional notices during the recruitment process, candidates should rely on the latest official notice applicable to their subject and application. Any change in vacancies, interview schedule or other recruitment conditions should be verified from the official source.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Assistant Professor posts were announced by BSUSC in 2026?
A total of 3,687 contractual Assistant Professor vacancies were announced under Advertisement No. BSUSC/CAP-01 to 06/2026.
What was the last date to apply for BSUSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submitting the online application was 15 July 2026.
Which subjects were included in the recruitment?
The recruitment covered English, Hindi, Economics, History, Sociology and Political Science.
Was an application fee required?
No application fee was prescribed for the contractual Assistant Professor recruitment.
What was the age limit for the recruitment?
The prescribed age range was 21 to 43 years as on 01 August 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation rules.
Where can candidates check the latest recruitment updates?
Candidates should check the official BSUSC website and the designated HED Bihar SAMARTH recruitment portal for the latest notices and post-application updates.
The official recruitment notification and subsequent BSUSC notices are the final authority for eligibility, vacancies, dates, selection conditions and any amendments.