The Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification is finally here, and it’s great news for teachers and educators across the state. The Higher Education Department (HED), Bihar has invited applications for 3,687 Contractual Faculty (Assistant Professor) posts across six subjects, spread over 10 universities and the newly constituted Rajkiya Degree Colleges. If a stable teaching career in a government-run institution has been your goal, this is one of the biggest opportunities to come along in a while. Applications are open on the Samarth Recruitment Portal from 3rd July 2026 to 15th July 2026. Here’s your complete guide — vacancy breakdown, eligibility, selection process, and how to apply step by step.
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Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Higher Education Department (HED), Bihar / Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC), Patna |
| Post Name | Contractual Faculty (Assistant Professor) |
| Total Vacancies | 3,687 |
| Notification No. | BSUSC/CAP-01 to 06/2026, dated 03.07.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online (Samarth Portal) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Fee | None |
| Official Website | hedbiharrec.samarth.edu.in |
Important Dates
Keep these dates handy so you don’t miss a single step of the process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application Portal | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 15 July 2026 |
| Screening of Applications & Interview Intimation | 17 – 18 July 2026 |
| Tentative Interview Dates | 20 – 27 July 2026 |
| Tentative Merit List Publication | 29 July 2026 |
| Tentative College Preference | 30 July 2026 |
| Tentative Final Allotment | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Joining | 07 August 2026 |
⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government portals tend to slow down as the deadline approaches, so it’s best to submit your application a few days early.
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Vacancy Details
The 3,687 vacancies are spread across six subjects and 10 universities of Bihar, including the newly formed Rajkiya Degree Colleges. Here’s the subject-wise breakup (approximate figures — refer to Annexure-I of the official notification for exact, category-wise numbers).
| Subject | Total Vacancies (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 625 |
| Economics | 597 |
| History | 658 |
| Political Science | 596 |
| English | 674 |
| Sociology | 533 |
| Grand Total | 3,687 |
These posts are further divided university-wise across PPU, VKSU, MU, Mun.U, TMBU, Pur.U, BNMU, LNMU, BRABU, and JPU, with reservation for UR, EWS, WBC, BC, EBC, ST, and SC candidates. Horizontal reservation is also available for Freedom Fighter (FF) dependents and Persons with Disabilities (VI/DD/OH/MD categories).
Eligibility Criteria
Before you start filling the form, make sure you tick every box below.
Educational Qualification
You’ll need a consistently good academic record with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) at the Master’s degree level. On top of that, one of these must apply to you:
- You’ve qualified NET for Assistant Professor conducted by UGC/CSIR or another UGC-accredited test, or
- You hold a Ph.D. awarded under the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, which exempts you from NET, or
- You registered for a Ph.D. before the 2009 UGC Regulation came into force and meet the specified older conditions (regular mode, external evaluation, open viva, published papers), duly certified by your university, or
- You hold a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 globally (QS, THE, or ARWU-Shanghai rankings).
✅ A 5% marks relaxation at the Master’s level is available for SC/ST/BC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates of Bihar, and separately for physically challenged candidates of Bihar — but you can only claim one of the two, not both together.
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General | 21 years | 43 years |
| Reserved Categories | 21 years | As per Bihar Government relaxation norms |
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Application Fee
Here’s some good news — there’s no application fee for the Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026. All eligible candidates, regardless of category, can apply free of cost through the Samarth Portal.
Bihar Assistant Professor Salary 2026
The official notification does not specify a fixed consolidated pay figure for this Contractual Faculty position in the extract available publicly. Candidates should [Check official notification] for the exact remuneration structure applicable to Contractual Faculty (Assistant Professor) posts before applying.
💡 Pro Tip: Contractual faculty positions in Bihar’s universities typically carry a fixed monthly consolidated pay rather than a standard pay-matrix salary — always confirm the latest figure from the official PDF rather than relying on unofficial sources.
Selection Process
Selection for the Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is based on a total of 100 marks, split as follows:
- Academic Qualifications — 88 marks, evaluated based on your educational record and qualifications as per the criteria in the notification.
- Interview-cum-Demonstration — 12 marks, conducted after the screening stage.
There is no written examination for this recruitment — selection is purely qualification and interview based.
How to Apply for Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
Follow these steps carefully — remember, no corrections are allowed after final submission.
- Visit the Samarth Recruitment Portal at hedbiharrec.samarth.edu.in.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in your personal, educational, caste/reservation, and domicile details as per Annexure-II guidelines.
- Enter your percentage marks for every qualification from Matriculation to Post Graduation — convert CGPA/Grade to percentage using only your Board/University’s official formula.
- Select exactly 10 university preferences in order, with no duplicates — this cannot be changed after submission.
- Answer the UGC-CSIR NET/SET/GATE/Ph.D. questionnaire accurately, and upload your NET Exemption Certificate if you’re claiming exemption.
- Upload a recent self-attested photograph, signature, and all required documents (mark sheets, certificates, category/domicile certificates, notarised affidavit, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
- Review every detail carefully before hitting submit — changes are not permitted afterward.
- Submit your application before 15 July 2026. Applications sent by email, post, or by hand will not be accepted.
💡 Pro Tip: Have your photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and saved in advance — it makes the whole process much smoother.
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Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Apply Online | hedbiharrec.samarth.edu.in |
| Official Website | [Check official site] |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When does the Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 application process start?
The online application process began on 3 July 2026 and stays open until 15 July 2026, through the Samarth Recruitment Portal.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A total of 3,687 Contractual Faculty vacancies have been announced across Hindi, Economics, History, Political Science, English, and Sociology subjects.
Q3. What is the age limit for the Bihar Assistant Professor post?
You need to be at least 21 years old and not more than 43 years old as on 1 August 2026, with relaxation available for reserved categories.
Q4. What qualification do I need for Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
You need a minimum of 55% marks at the Master’s degree level, along with a NET qualification or a Ph.D. as per UGC norms (with 5% relaxation for eligible reserved categories).
Q5. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for the Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 — it’s completely free to apply.
Q6. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is based on 100 total marks — 88 marks for Academic Qualifications and 12 marks for Interview-cum-Demonstration. There’s no written exam.
Q7. Can I change my university preferences after submitting the application?
No. Once you select your 10 university preferences in order and submit the form, no changes are allowed — so double-check before you hit submit.
Summing Up
The Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for qualified candidates dreaming of a stable teaching career in Bihar’s higher education system. With 3,687 vacancies, zero application fee, and a straightforward qualification-plus-interview selection process, this drive is worth your full attention. Just remember — the window is short, closing on 15 July 2026, so get your documents ready and apply well before the deadline.
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