Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission, Prayagraj

UPESSC UP TGT Online Form 2026 for 17,735 Assistant Teacher Posts

Notification No. 07/2026: Detailed Online Registration, Eligibility Rules, and Selection Process

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The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has officially released Notification No. 07/2026 to recruit 17,735 Assistant Teachers (Trained Graduate Grade – Bachelor Scale) across aided secondary educational institutions in the state. Eligible candidates seeking a rewarding teaching career can complete their One Time Registration (OTR) and submit their applications online through the official portal. This comprehensive recruitment drive covers multiple subjects across boys and girls institutions. Applicants must carefully verify their educational qualifications, mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certifications, and age limitations before initiating the submission process to avoid rejection.

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates & Schedule

Application Fee Structure

Candidates can pay the examination fee online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking using the integrated payment gateway available on the official portal immediately after completing One Time Registration (OTR).

Age Limit & Salary Details

The minimum age for applicants is 21 years as of 01 July 2026. The upper age limit aligns with the institutional superannuation age of 62 years. Relaxations in upper age limits apply to reserved category candidates in accordance with Uttar Pradesh government regulations. Selected candidates will be placed in the Pay Matrix Level-7 with a salary scale ranging from ₹ 44,900.00 to ₹ 1,42,400.00.

Vacancy Distribution & Overview

Educational Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject with minimum 50% marks (or 45% marks along with a Postgraduate degree) from a recognized university established by law in India. Additionally, applicants must hold a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree or equivalent teacher training qualification recognized by NCTE, along with successful qualification of the Teacher Eligibility Test (T.E.T.) for upper primary level (Classes 6 to 8) conducted by UP Government or Central Government. Specific subject-wise academic prerequisites include:

• Hindi: Graduation in Hindi with 50% marks (or 45% with PG) and Sanskrit in Intermediate or Uttar Pradesh Sanskrit Shiksha Parishad Uttar Madhyama examination.
• English: Graduation with English Literature with minimum 50% marks (or 45% with PG).
• Mathematics / Science / Social Science: Graduation with relevant core combinations and required percentage criteria.
• Commerce / Agriculture / Home Science / Physical Education / Art: Appropriate degree in respective specialized fields with B.Ed. or B.P.Ed./B.P.E. where applicable.

Exam Pattern and Selection Scheme

The selection process consists of a written examination carrying a maximum of 360 marks based on 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The key highlights of the exam structure include:

• Total Questions: 120 MCQs (30 questions on General Knowledge and 90 questions on the opted subject).
• Exam Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
• Marking Scheme: 3 marks awarded for every correct answer.
• Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for every incorrect or multiple-marked answer (Minus Marking).
• Bilingual Paper: Question papers will be available in both Hindi and English (except language subjects).

Step-by-Step Online Application Instructions

1. Visit the official UPESSC portal at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process mandatorily before submitting the application.
3. Log in using your credentials, select Advertisement No. 07/2026, and fill out the detailed application form accurately in English.
4. Upload scanned passport-size photographs and signatures with white backgrounds (size 10 KB to 100 KB in JPG/JPEG format).
5. Pay the requisite application fee online via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
6. Submit the final application form and print three physical copies for future record and document verification purposes.

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