UKMSSB Professor and Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 has opened applications for 54 positions across Uttarakhand’s government medical colleges. The Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board is accepting online applications through 29 July 2026 for 8 Professor posts (Level-14, ₹1,44,200-₹2,18,200) and 46 Associate Professor positions (Level-13A, ₹1,31,100-₹3,16,600). Candidates meeting the NMC-TEQ minimum qualifications, medical council registration, and specified age limits can apply online on the official portal; the selection will be based on paper publications, experience, additional qualifications, and an interview totalling 100 marks.
UKMSSB Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) |
| Exam Name | Professor/Associate Professor Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 54 (Professor: 8, Associate Professor: 46) |
| Advertisement No. | उ0चि0से0च0बो0/परी0/03/2026-27/524 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Basis | 100 marks – Paper Publication, Experience, Additional Qualification, Interview |
| Official Website | https://www.ukmssb.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | 30/06/2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 09/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29/07/2026, 5:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 29/07/2026, 5:00 PM |
| Edit/Correction Window | 31/07/2026 to 03/08/2026, 5:00 PM |
| Proposed Interview & Document Verification | November-December 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for UKMSSB Professor and Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 must hold qualifications per NMC-TEQ Regulations (30 June 2025), possess valid medical council registration, be Indian citizens or eligible Tibetan refugees/persons of Indian origin from specified countries, and meet specified age and character requirements.
Age Limit
| Post | Minimum Age (as on 01/07/2025) | Maximum Age (as on 01/07/2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor | 30 years | 62 years |
| Professor | 35 years | 62 years |
Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand) – 5 years; Dependents of Freedom Fighters – 5 years; Divyangjan (PWD) – 5 years; Ex-Servicemen – service period deducted (not exceeding 3 years over max limit); Orphan Children – as per government order.
Educational Qualification
Minimum qualifications must align with NMC-TEQ Regulations dated 30 June 2025. Non-clinical subjects (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacology) will consider non-medical (non-doctor) candidates only if qualified MD/MS/DNB candidates are unavailable. Non-clinical candidates holding M.Sc (Medical) or Ph.D are exempt from medical council registration.
Medical Council Registration
Valid/renewed registration with any state medical council in India is mandatory as of the application deadline (29 July 2026).
Character and Physical Fitness
The candidate must be suitable for government service, physically and mentally fit, and free of defects interfering with duty performance. Persons dismissed from Central/State Government service are ineligible. A fitness certificate from a prescribed Medical Board is required before appointment; PWD candidates are assessed per their disability category.
Marital Status
Candidates with more than one living spouse are ineligible unless the Government grants special exemption.
Reservation Policy
Reservation applies only to Uttarakhand permanent residents. Eligible categories: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, Freedom Fighter dependents, PWD (only “One Leg Affected” category), orphan children, Uttarakhand women, agitators/dependents, skilled sportspersons. PWD requires minimum 40% disability. OBC certificates must be issued between 30 July 2023 and 29 July 2026. EWS certificates valid for FY 2026-27 only. Ex-servicemen reservation applies to retired/discharged personnel only, not dependents. Skilled sportspersons with international/national medals or participation receive 4% horizontal reservation. Reservation is claimed once during application; no changes permitted afterwards.
Vacancy Breakdown
Professor Posts
| Department | Vacant Posts | General | SC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medicine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| General Medicine | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Radiotherapy | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Psychiatry | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Respiratory Medicine | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Radiodiagnosis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Associate Professor Posts
| Department | Vacant Posts | General | SC | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Anatomy | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Biochemistry | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Community Medicine | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dermatology | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Emergency Medicine | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| General Medicine | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| General Surgery | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Microbiology | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Obstetrics and Gynaecology | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ophthalmology | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Orthopaedics | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Pathology | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Paediatrics | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Psychiatry | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Radiodiagnosis | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Radiotherapy | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Respiratory Medicine | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 46 | 23 | 19 | 2 | 2 |
About the Professor and Associate Professor Roles
These are gazetted posts carrying a contributory pension, offering permanent placement in Uttarakhand’s government medical colleges. Professors lead academic departments, oversee clinical/non-clinical teaching, supervise research, and guide junior faculty, with authority over curriculum design and student assessment. Associate Professors support teaching delivery, conduct clinical/lab work, mentor students, and contribute to institutional research and policy implementation, reporting to the Professor and head of department.
Pay Scale and Benefits
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Professor | Level-14, ₹1,44,200-₹2,18,200 |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A, ₹1,31,100-₹3,16,600 |
| Hilly Area Allowance | 50% additional allowance for postings in Srinagar/Almora under Medical Teachers Deficiency Compensatory Scheme |
| Pension | Contributory pension scheme |
Both posts fall under the 7th CPC pay matrix, offering competitive remuneration in government service with built-in salary progression and pension security.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC (Uttarakhand) | ₹2,000 |
| EWS (Uttarakhand) | ₹1,000 |
| SC (Uttarakhand) | ₹1,000 |
| ST (Uttarakhand) | ₹1,000 |
| PWD (Divyang, Uttarakhand) | ₹1,000 |
Ex-servicemen of Uttarakhand pay the fee applicable to their original category. Fees are paid online only via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI, and are non-refundable under all circumstances.
Selection Process
| Stage | Evaluation Basis | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Publication | 5 marks per publication, max 20 marks (valid per MCI/NMC standards) | 20 |
| Experience | 4 marks per completed year, max 20 marks (State/Central/Autonomous Government hospitals/colleges only; experience beyond minimum qualifying experience counted) | 20 |
| Additional Educational Qualification | M.Ch/DM/DNB Super Speciality | 10 |
| Interview (Viva) | Merit and subject knowledge | 50 |
Total: 100 marks. Paper publications are valid per MCI/NMC notifications at approval time. Experience is counted in complete years (365 days); absences are excluded. Only data entered in the online application will be evaluated; claims made at document verification without prior online entry are not considered. In case of tied scores, candidates holding preferential qualifications (NCC ‘B’ Certificate or minimum 2 years Territorial Army service) rank higher; otherwise, the older candidate ranks higher; if age is equal, seniority is determined alphabetically by name.
Edit/Correction Process
The edit/correction window opens one working day after the application closes (31 July 2026) and remains open through 03 August 2026, 5:00 PM. Log in using your registration number and password to amend any field except mobile number and email. Category/sub-category changes during this window may result in fee differences that are not refunded. No corrections are permitted after 03 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying
- Incomplete document uploads or documents exceeding file size limits (combined PDF 200 KB to 5 MB; photo 20-50 KB; signature 5-20 KB).
- Mismatched signatures across application, attendance sheets, and Board correspondence.
- Uploading category certificates issued outside the valid date range (OBC: 30 July 2023 to 29 July 2026; EWS: FY 2026-27 only).
- Failing to update paper publications, experience years, or qualifications in the online form; such claims at document verification will be rejected.
- Missing NOC from employer if currently employed in Central/State Government service.
- Selecting incorrect category or sub-category, leading to ineligibility or fee complications during the correction window.
Important Instructions
Ensure all mandatory educational, category, and reservation certificates are in hand by 29 July 2026. The Board does not advise candidates on eligibility – verify this yourself against the notification. Issue of an admit card does not confirm candidature; ineligibility can be identified at any stage, even post-selection. No changes to submitted data are permitted after 03 August 2026. Signature discrepancies across documents may lead to cancellation. The High School Certificate’s date of birth is final. At document verification, left thumb impression (male) or right thumb impression (female) is mandatory. Spreading misleading examination information violates the Uttarakhand Competitive Examination (Measures for Prevention and Prohibition of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Act, 2023. Selected candidates must pass the required medical examination per rules before appointment.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Am I eligible if I hold a PG degree but no NCC or Territorial Army service?
Ans. Yes, NCC ‘B’ Certificate and Territorial Army service (minimum 2 years) are only preferential qualifications, not eligibility requirements. All candidates meeting the NMC-TEQ minimum qualifications and age limits can apply; those with preferential qualifications rank higher if scores are tied.
Q2. If I’m currently employed in a state government hospital, must I submit an NOC?
Ans. Yes, if you are regularly employed in Central or State Government service on the application date, you must submit a departmental No Objection Certificate from your employer before appointment.
Q3. Can I apply for both Professor and Associate Professor posts in a single application?
Ans. As per official notification, separate registrations are required for each post. Check the official website or contact UKMSSB for clarification on multi-post application rules.
Q4. What happens if my OBC certificate is older than 3 years?
Ans. OBC certificates must be issued between 30 July 2023 and 29 July 2026 to be valid. Older certificates will result in rejection of your reserved-category claim; you may only be considered under the General category if eligible.
Q5. Can I correct my paper publication details or experience after the correction window closes?
Ans. No. Only data entered in your online application by 03 August 2026 (end of correction window) will be evaluated. Claims made during document verification that were not entered online will not be considered by the Board.
Q6. Is the interview stage compulsory for all shortlisted candidates?
Ans. Yes. The selection process is based on paper publications (20 marks), experience (20 marks), additional qualifications (10 marks), and interview (50 marks). All shortlisted candidates must appear for the interview to qualify.
Q7. What is the cutoff date for calculating age and educational qualifications?
Ans. Age is calculated as of 01 July 2025. For educational qualifications, the date on your mark sheet (Marksheet Issuing Date) is considered; ensure all certificates are obtained by the application deadline of 29 July 2026.
Q8. If I have a disability (other than “One Leg Affected”), can I apply under PWD reservation?
Ans. No. For Professor and Associate Professor posts under Uttarakhand’s Medical Education Department, only “One Leg Affected (O.L.)” category disability qualifies for reservation (Government Order dated 05 June 2023). Applications from other disability categories will not be accepted.
