AP State Universities Faculty Recruitment 2026–27 | 1523 Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor Vacancies

Higher Education Faculty Recruitment Announced Across 19 Universities in Andhra Pradesh

The Andhra Pradesh Higher Education Department has released a major faculty recruitment notification for the academic year 2026–27. Applications are invited for Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Lecturer posts across 19 State Universities.

A total of 1523 vacancies have been announced, creating a significant opportunity for candidates seeking careers in higher education and university teaching positions.

Recruitment Overview

Positions Available

Faculty Positions

• Professor
• Associate Professor
• Assistant Professor
• Lecturer

These vacancies are available across multiple disciplines and departments in participating universities.

Participating Universities

The recruitment includes the following universities:

• Acharya Nagarjuna University
• Adikavi Nannaya University
• Andhra Kesari University
• Andhra University
• Dr. Abdul Haq Urdu University
• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
• Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University
• Dravidian University
• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur
• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada
• Krishna University
• Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies
• Rayalaseema University
• Sri Krishnadevaraya University
• Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam
• Sri Venkateswara University
• Vikrama Simhapuri University
• Yogi Vemana University

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates generally require:

• Master’s Degree in relevant discipline
• PhD qualification (for Professor and Associate Professor posts)
• NET / SET qualification where applicable
• Teaching or research experience according to UGC norms

Eligibility requirements may differ depending on university and post.

Important Dates

Application Schedule

• Application Start Date: 18 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 08 June 2026

Candidates are advised to complete their application process before the closing date.

Why This Recruitment Matters

• 1523 vacancies announced
• Recruitment across 19 universities
• Opportunities for fresh and experienced academicians
• Faculty openings in multiple disciplines
• Government higher education jobs in Andhra Pradesh

Acharya Nagarjuna University

Adikavi Nannaya University

Andhra Kesari University

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam

Dr. Abdul Haq Urdu University

Dr. BR Ambedkar University, Srikakulam

Dr. YSR Architecture And Fine Arts University

Dravidian University

JNTU, Anantapur

JNTU, Gurajada, Vizianagaram

JNTU, Kakinada

Krishna University

Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies

Rayalaseema University

Sri Krishnadevaraya University

Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam

Sri Venkateswara University

Vikrama Simhapuri University

Yogi Vemana University

Official University Websites

Applicants can check complete notifications through the respective university websites listed in the recruitment announcement