In re: Vacancies of Professor posts in UP State Medical Colleges

Timeline

1. 4 Nov 2026News

   Departments Run by Contract Staff, Professor Posts Lying Vacant: Allahabad High Court Turns Spotlight on UP Medical Colleges

   The Allahabad High Court has sought explanations from the Uttar Pradesh government and the U.P. Public Service Commission (UPPSC) over large-scale vacancies in Professor posts in State Medical Colleges, observing that unfilled vacancies are one of the reasons for the failing standards of these institutions.

   Law Trend

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Allahabad High Court questioned why many professor roles in state medical colleges are not filled.

   Who:

   The Allahabad High Court is the judge, while the Uttar Pradesh government and the U.P. Public Service Commission are the responders.

   When:

   Reported on 4 Nov 2026.

   Where:

   Allahabad High Court, Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The court believes that not filling these jobs is causing the quality of these medical schools to drop.

   What it means:

   The court now requires the government and the commission to provide explanations for these empty positions.

2. Date unknownNews

   HC flags shortage of regular faculty in UP medical colleges, seeks details

   Allahabad High Court flags faculty shortages in UP govt medical colleges, seeks DG affidavit on professor vacancies, ads, and officiating...

   The Times of India

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The High Court noted a lack of permanent professors in government medical colleges and requested official data.

   Who:

   The Allahabad High Court is the judge, and the Director General is the government official asked to respond.

   Where:

   Allahabad High Court, Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The court acted because of the current shortage of regular faculty members in state medical colleges.

   What it means:

   The court ordered the Director General to submit an affidavit, a formal written statement of facts.