Current Status: Online Application & Fee Payment Active.
Latest Update (03 Dec 2025): The Official Notification (Advt. No. A-11/E-1/2025) has been released for 513 Lecturer vacancies. One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for this application.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 02 December 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 02 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 02 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 09 January 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be Notified Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee (Exam + Processing) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 225/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 105/- |
| PH (Divyangjan) | Rs. 25/- |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 105/- |
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/State Govt Employees (5 Years), PH (15 Years).
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For Engineering/Technical Subjects:
B.E. / B.Tech. / B.S. in relevant discipline with First Class.
OR
Bachelor's and Master's Degree in relevant discipline with First Class in either of the two. -
For Non-Engineering Subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, English):
Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with First Class or equivalent.
(Note: NET/PhD qualifications may be preferred/required as per specific AICTE norms mentioned in detailed notification). -
For Workshop Superintendent:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.
Vacancy Details: Total 513 Posts
Recruitment for Group 'B' Gazetted posts in Government Polytechnics, Government Leather Institute, and Northern Regional Institute of Printing Technology.
| Post Name / Subject | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 140 |
| Electrical Engineering | 52 |
| Civil Engineering | 62 |
| Electronics Engineering | 77 |
| Computer Science | 43 |
| Mathematics | 32 |
| Physics | 24 |
| Chemistry | 21 |
| English | 18 |
| Workshop Superintendent | 10 |
| Others (Textile, Auto, Chemical, etc.) | 34 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 513 Posts |
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The selection process consists of a Written Examination (two papers) and an Interview.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | 25 | 75 |
| Main Subject (Paper I) | 100 | 300 |
| Total | 125 | 375 |
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 25 | 75 |
| Main Subject (Paper II) | 100 | 300 |
| Total | 125 | 375 |
- Interview: 100 Marks.
- Total Marks: 850 (Written + Interview).
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for every wrong answer.
Syllabus Highlights
- General Hindi: Vilom, Sandhi, Samas, Tatsam-Tadbhav, Vakyansh ke liye ek shabd, Ashudh Shudhi, Muhavare.
- General Studies: Current Affairs, History of India, Indian National Movement, Indian Polity, Economy, World Geography, UP Specific GK, General Science (10th Level), Elementary Maths.
- Technical Subjects: The syllabus will be based on the standard curriculum prescribed for the relevant branch (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, etc.) at the degree level.
Process of Form Filling
Note: Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
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Step 1: OTR Registration: Visit
otr.pariksha.nic.inand generate your OTR number. This may take up to 72 hours to sync. - Step 2: Authentication: Go to the UPPSC website and click "Apply" against the Lecturer Notification. Select "Authenticate with OTR".
- Step 3: Verify Details: Your personal details will be fetched automatically from OTR. Confirm them.
- Step 4: Essential Qualifications: Fill in the specific "Essential Qualification" columns (First Class status, University, Year).
- Step 5: Fee Payment: Pay the requisite fee via Net Banking/Card/UPI.
- Step 6: Final Submission: Submit the form and print the application slip for future reference.
Key Mistakes to Avoid:
- OTR Discrepancy: Ensure your OTR details match your matriculation certificate exactly. Any error in OTR must be corrected before applying.
- Class/Division: Explicitly select "First Class" if applicable. Candidates with Second Class (without a Master's First Class backup) are generally not eligible.
- Subject Choice: Select the subject carefully (e.g., Textile Tech vs Textile Chemistry) as they have different codes.
Important Links (Direct Access)
| Apply Online (Through OTR) | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| One Time Registration (OTR) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for UPPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2025?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 02 January 2026.
Is a B.Ed. degree required for the Polytechnic Lecturer post?
No, B.Ed. is not required for Technical Education (Polytechnic) Lecturer posts. A First Class degree in the relevant Engineering/Technical branch or Master's in Science/Humanities is required.
Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory?
Yes, OTR is mandatory for all UPPSC recruitments. You cannot proceed with the application without a valid OTR number.
Can final year students apply?
Generally, candidates must possess the essential qualification by the last date of application (02 Jan 2026). Refer to the detailed notification for specific clauses.
Is there an Interview in the selection process?
Yes, the selection process includes a Written Examination (750 Marks) followed by an Interview (100 Marks).
For a detailed breakdown of the new syllabus and exam pattern strategy, you can watch this video: UPPSC Polytechnic Lecturer 2025 Syllabus & Strategy.
