Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 3,687 Contractual Posts

The Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC), Patna, has initiated the recruitment process for 3,687 Contractual Assistant Professor positions. These vacancies span multiple subjects across Bihar’s universities and 211 newly established Rajkiya Degree Colleges. The final date to submit your online application is 15th July 2026. Apply via the state’s SAMARTH Portal or use the direct link provided below.

Bihar Assistant Professor Notification 2026

The formal recruitment notification (No. BSUSC/CAP-01 to 06/2026, issued 03.07.2026) is available on the official portal at https://bsusc.bihar.gov.in/. All prospective candidates should thoroughly review the notification to verify their eligibility and understand the complete selection criteria.

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Bihar Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026- Highlights

There is no written examination for these roles. Candidate selection for the Contractual Assistant Professor positions is determined based on Academic Qualification scores (88 marks) and a final interview assessment (12 marks).

Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

With the publication of the comprehensive Bihar Assistant Professor notification, the official recruitment schedule is now available. Please refer to the table below for all critical application dates.

Bihar Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026 Out

This recruitment drive covers a total of 3,687 vacancies, including 13 backlog posts, distributed across six academic subjects in 10 universities and the state's newly inaugurated degree colleges.

Bihar Assistant Professor 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the Bihar Assistant Professor recruitment, candidates must ensure they meet the specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits mandated by the commission.

Educational Qualification

• A candidate must have a consistently good academic record with a minimum of 55% marks at the Master’s degree or equivalent grade (5% relaxation for SC/ST/BC(NCL)/EBC(NCL) candidates of the state, and 5% relaxation for Persons with Disabilities of Bihar — both relaxations are not admissible together).
  In addition, the candidate must have either:
• Qualified NET (UGC/CSIR or any other UGC-accredited test) for Assistant Professor; or
• A Ph.D. degree as per UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, which exempts the candidate from NET as per applicable UGC provisions.

Age Limit (as on 01/08/2026)

To be eligible for these faculty roles, candidates must be between 21 and 43 years of age.

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Bihar Assistant Professor Apply Link 2026

The online application window for the Bihar Assistant Professor vacancy closes on 15th July 2026 at https://bsusc.bihar.gov.in/. We strongly advise candidates to complete their registration early to avoid potential technical issues near the deadline. Late applications will not be processed.

Official Apply Link: Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

How to Apply for Bihar Contractual Faculty Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official SAMARTH portal: https://hedbiharrec.samarth.edu.in.
2. Register and log in with your credentials.
3. Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully as per the guidelines.
4. Upload all mandatory documents in the prescribed format and size.
5. Select 10 unique university preferences in order of priority.
6. Submit the form; no fee is required.
7. Download a copy/printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Bihar Assistant Professor Selection Process 2026

Selection for the Assistant Professor contractual positions is based on a 100-point merit system, which aggregates scores from academic background and a formal interview-cum-demonstration process.

• Academic Qualifications (88 marks)
• Interview-cum-Demonstration (12 marks)

Bihar Assistant Professor Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive monthly remuneration aligned with the 7th Pay Commission. Compensation is equivalent to the minimum monthly gross salary (Basic pay plus Dearness Allowance) of a regular entry-level Assistant Professor.