UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 17,735 Graduate Teacher Posts

Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has officially released the recruitment notification for Assistant Teacher (Graduate Scale / TGT) Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. 07/2026. A massive total of 17,735 vacancies have been announced for Assistant Teachers in Boys' (Balak) and Girls' (Balika) aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. Eligible and interested candidates can find all essential details regarding dates, eligibility, vacancy distribution, application fees, exam pattern, and online application links below.

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026
UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Recruitment Organization

Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj

Post Name

Assistant Teacher (Graduate Scale / TGT)

Adv. No.

07/2026

Total Seat

17,735 Vacancies

Job Type

Uttar Pradesh Government / Teaching Job

Job Location

Uttar Pradesh (Aided Secondary Schools)

Online Application Start Date

24th October, 2026

Last Date

23rd November, 2026

Age Limit

Minimum 21 years; Maximum 62 years (As on 1st July, 2026)

Pay Scale

Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44,900.00 – Rs. 1,42,400.00)

Mode of Apply

Online

Official Website

www.upessc.up.gov.in

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Important Date

  • Notification Publication Date: 23rd October, 2026

  • Online Registration (OTR) / Application Start Date: 24th October, 2026

  • Online Application Fee Payment Last Date: 23rd November, 2026

  • Online Application Correction Window: Up to 26th November, 2026

  • Tentative Examination Date: 23rd & 24th December, 2026

Age Limit (As on 1st July, 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 21 years

  • Maximum Age: 62 years (Superannuation age limit)

  • Age relaxations apply as per UP Government rules for reserved categories.

💰Application Fee

Candidates pay the recruitment fee Before the last date of fee payment 23rd November, 2026.

S.No

Category

Application Fee

1

General / Unreserved / OBC / EWS

Rs. 1,000

2

Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST)

Rs. 500

3

Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)

Rs. 300

  • Mode of Payment: Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.

🎓Educational Qualification

  • General Academic Requirement: Graduation in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks (or Post-Graduation with at least 45% marks) from a recognized university/institution, plus a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree recognized by NCTE.

  • Teacher Eligibility Test (TET): Successful qualification in the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for the Upper Primary Level (Class 6 to 8) conducted by the UP Government or Central Government.

  • (Note: Subject-specific nuances apply, such as Sanskrit requirement in Intermediate for Hindi, or specific training degrees like B.P.Ed for Physical Education).

Vacancy Details (Total: 17,735 Posts)

  • Boys' Schools (Balak Varg): 16,193 Posts

  • Girls' Schools (Balika Varg): 1,542 Posts

  • Total Combined Vacancies: 17,735 Posts across major subjects including Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Sanskrit, Home Science, Commerce, Art, Agriculture, Physical Education, Music, Urdu, etc.

Selection Process

  • Written Examination: Selection is based entirely on a 360-marks written test consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

  • Question Distribution: 30 questions on General Knowledge and 90 questions on the respective subject.

  • Exam Duration: 2 Hours.

  • Marking Scheme: +3 marks for every correct answer; -1 mark (negative marking) for every incorrect or multiple answer.

  • Tie-Breaker Criteria: If marks are tied, higher graduation percentage is considered, followed by training qualification percentage and age.

How to Apply for MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the official UPESSC portal: www.upessc.up.gov.in.

  2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process mandatory for all applicants.

  3. Read the user manual and tutorial videos available on the website before proceeding.

  4. Fill out the online application form carefully in English.

  5. Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and required certificates in specified sizes/formats.

  6. Pay the prescribed application fee online using net banking, credit, or debit cards.

  7. Submit the final application and print multiple copies for future document verification rounds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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4 Questions & Answers
01What is the total number of vacancies announced in UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026?

A total of 17,735 vacancies have been announced, comprising 16,193 posts in boys' schools and 1,542 posts in girls' schools.

02What is the last date to submit the online application form?

The last date to complete online registration and fee payment is 23rd November 2026.

03What are the essential educational criteria for UPESSC TGT posts?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree with the relevant subject, a B.Ed degree, and must have passed the Upper Primary Level Teacher Eligibility Test (TET).

04When is the written examination scheduled to take place?

The written examination is tentatively scheduled for 23rd and 24th December 2026.

Still have questions? Review the official notification carefully for complete details.

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