UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026 - 17735 Vacancies Announced
Posted: 26 Oct 2026 · Updated: 30 Oct 2026
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 for the recruitment of 17,735 Assistant Teacher (TGT) vacancies in non-government aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates with relevant Bachelor's or Master's degrees, B.Ed., and Upper Primary TET qualification can submit online applications through the official website upessc.up.gov.in. The online registration process starts on 24 October 2026 and closes on 23 November 2026.
Recruitment Details
- Last date
- 23 Nov 2026
- Total posts
- 17,735
- Age limit
- 21–62 yrs
- Starting pay
- ₹44,900/mo
About This Recruitment
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj invites online applications for the post of Assistant Teacher (TGT / Trained Graduate Teacher - Graduate Pay Grade) in non-government aided secondary schools under the Secondary Education Department, Uttar Pradesh. A total of 17,735 vacancies are announced, comprising 16,193 posts in Boys' Schools and 1,542 posts in Girls' Schools across 17 subjects including Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Sanskrit, Urdu, and others. Selected candidates will be posted in government-aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates must register and submit online applications via OTR mode on upessc.up.gov.in between 24 October 2026 and 23 November 2026.
हिन्दी में जानकारी
उत्तर प्रदेश शिक्षा सेवा चयन आयोग (UPESSC), प्रयागराज ने प्रदेश के अशासकीय सहायता प्राप्त माध्यमिक विद्यालयों में सहायक अध्यापक (TGT) के कुल 17,735 रिक्त पदों पर भर्ती के लिए विज्ञापन संख्या 07/2026 जारी किया है। इसके अंतर्गत बालक वर्ग के 16,193 तथा बालिका वर्ग के 1,542 पद शामिल हैं। संबंधित विषय में न्यूनतम 50% अंकों के साथ स्नातक/स्नातकोत्तर, बी.एड. एवं उच्च प्राथमिक स्तर की TET परीक्षा उत्तीर्ण उम्मीदवार आवेदन के लिए पात्र हैं। इच्छुक अभ्यर्थी 24 अक्टूबर 2026 से 23 नवंबर 2026 तक आधिकारिक वेबसाइट upessc.up.gov.in पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं।
Application Fee
| General | ₹1,000 |
| OBC | ₹1,000 |
| SC | ₹500 |
| ST | ₹500 |
Vacancy Details
| General | 6,704 |
| SC | 3,698 |
| ST | 13 |
| OBC | 4,438 |
| EWS | 2,882 |
| Total | 17,735 |
Salary & Benefits
- From joiningPay Level-7, ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-7 with a basic pay scale ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month along with applicable government allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits as per UP State Government rules.
Who Can Apply
Educational Qualification
- Graduate degree in relevant subject with minimum 50% marks OR Master's degree in relevant subject with minimum 45% marks from a recognized university.
- Degree in Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent recognized by NCTE (B.P.Ed./B.P.E. for Physical Education).
- Passed Upper Primary Level (Class 6-8) Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by UP Government or Central Government.
- For Hindi: Graduate with Hindi and Intermediate with Sanskrit, or equivalent Sanskrit examination.
- For Social Science: Graduation with any two subjects out of History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics.
- For Science: Graduation with Physics and Chemistry.
- For Biology: Graduation with Zoology and Botany.
Age Limit
- Age: 21-62 years as on 01 Jul 2026
Check Your Eligibility
Selection Process / Exam Pattern
Written Examination
- Selection will be based on a single written examination of 360 marks.
- Total Questions: 120 objective multiple-choice questions (30 General Knowledge, 90 Subject-specific).
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes).
- Marking Scheme: 3 marks for each correct answer; 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer (negative marking).
- Language of Question Paper: Hindi and English (except language subjects).
Syllabus
The written examination syllabus consists of two parts
- General Knowledge (30 Questions): History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economy, General Science, Current Affairs, Uttar Pradesh Specific Knowledge.
- Subject Specific (90 Questions): Core concepts, subject matter, and pedagogical aspects according to the relevant discipline applied for (Class 6 to 10 standard).
Documents Required
- Scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format (10 KB to 100 KB, white background)
- Passport size photograph in JPG/JPEG format (10 KB to 100 KB)
- Educational certificates, marksheets, and degrees in PDF format (20 KB to 200 KB)
- Valid TET certificates
- Category/Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS of UP)
- Domicile Certificate
- Disability/Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
- Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN/Voter ID)
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPESSC portal at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Log in using OTR credentials and select Advertisement No. 07/2026 for Assistant Teacher (TGT).
- Fill in all required educational, personal, and subject-related details in English.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates in specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Review all entered details carefully and submit the online application form.
- Download and print three hard copies of the completed application form for future reference and document verification.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 23 Nov 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 17,735 vacancies in this recruitment.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 21 and 62 years of age. Age relaxation may apply for reserved categories as per government rules.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹1,000 (Gen/OBC) · ₹500 (SC/ST).
What is the eligibility criteria?
Candidates need one of the following qualifications, depending on the post: Graduate, Post Graduate. Check the official notification for complete eligibility details.
What is the salary?
The pay scale is Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 - 1,42,400).
What is the selection process?
Written Examination:
When does the application start?
Applications open on 24 Oct 2026 and close on 23 Nov 2026.
What is the job location?
The posting location is Uttar Pradesh.
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