UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has officially released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 to recruit postgraduate teachers for 2607 Pravakta (Lecturer/PGT) positions in government-aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The vacancies are categorized into 2329 posts for Boys’ Schools and 278 posts for Girls’ Schools across 26 subjects. The online registration process officially began on 18 September 2026, and eligible postgraduates with a recognized B.Ed degree can submit their online applications until 17 October 2026 through the direct applicant links provided below.

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UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026: Overview

Recruitment Commission	Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 06/2026
Post Name	Post Graduate Teacher / Pravakta (Lecturer)
Total Vacancies	2607 Posts (Boys: 2329 | Girls: 278)
Pay Scale	Pay Matrix Level-08 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100/-)
Online Application Dates	18 September 2026 to 17 October 2026
Written Examination Dates	15 & 16 December 2026
Direct Candidate Portal	upessc.up.gov.in

Important Dates

• Official Notification Released: 15 September 2026
• Online Registration / Application Start Date: 18 September 2026
• Online Application Last Date: 17 October 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 17 October 2026
• Application Form Correction Window: 21 October 2026
• Admit Card Release Date: First Week of December 2026
• Written Examination Dates: 15 & 16 December 2026
• Result Declaration Date: Will Be Updated Here Soon

Application Fee & Payment Details

General / OBC / EWS Candidates	₹ 1500/-
SC / ST Candidates	₹ 750/-
Divyangjan (PwBD) Candidates	₹ 500/-

Payment Gateway: Payment can be completed online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet, or UPI gateways.

UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

School Category	Cadre / Type	Total Vacancies
PGT Lecturer (Boys’ School / Balak Varg)	Government-Aided Secondary Schools	2329 Posts
PGT Lecturer (Girls’ School / Balika Varg)	Government-Aided Secondary Schools	278 Posts
Total Vacancies		2607 Posts

UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Post Designation

Essential Academic Qualifications & Professional Norms

Post Graduate Teacher (PGT / Pravakta)

• Postgraduate Degree (Master’s Degree): Regular Master’s Degree in the concerned / relevant subject from a recognized University in India. • Professional Qualification: B.Ed. Degree from an institution recognized by NCTE is mandatory across core subjects. • Hindi PGT Requirement: Master’s Degree in Hindi with Sanskrit as a subject in Graduation (B.A.) along with a B.Ed. degree. • Note: For subject-specific alternative norms (e.g., Fine Arts, Music, Physical Education), refer to the detailed commission notification.

Age Limit Criteria (as on 01 July 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 21 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 62 Years (Candidates must not have exceeded 62 years as on 01.07.2026).
• Age Relaxation: Reservation benefits and upper age relaxation apply in accordance with Uttar Pradesh state government rules.

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UP PGT Teacher Selection Process & Exam Scheme

The final merit listing under UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 will be based on a comprehensive multi-stage evaluation system:

1. Written Examination (360 Marks): An objective-type test consisting of 120 MCQs to be completed in 2 hours (30 questions of General Knowledge and 90 questions from the concerned subject). Negative marking of 1 mark applies for incorrect responses.
2. Interview / Viva-Voce (40 Marks): Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will appear before the interview board to evaluate pedagogical aptitude and subject clarity.
3. Combined Merit List: Final selection is prepared strictly based on the aggregate marks scored in the Written Exam (360) + Interview (40), totaling 400 marks.
4. Document Verification & Medical Check: Verification of original academic degrees, OTR records, domicile/caste certificates, and final medical fitness.

How to Apply for UP PGT Teacher Online Form 2026

1. Visit the official portal of UPESSC at upessc.up.gov.in.
2. Complete the mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) profile if not registered earlier.
3. Select Advt. No. 06/2026 (Direct Recruitment for the Post of Pravakta / PGT) on the current applications tab.
4. Choose your eligible subject and appropriate school category (Boys’ or Girls’ institution).
5. Fill in detailed educational scores (Postgraduate marks, B.Ed details, graduation credentials).
6. Upload clear digital scans of your recent photograph and signature as per prescribed pixel guidelines.
7. Pay the application fee of ₹1500 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹750 (SC/ST) through the integrated payment gateway.
8. Carefully verify all details before submitting, as key profile fields cannot be modified after final submission.
9. Download and print the final confirmation receipt for future reference during document verification.

Note: छात्रों से यह अनुरोध किया जाता है कि वे अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढ़ें उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरें। (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)

UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026: Useful Direct Links

Apply Online Link (Candidate OTR / Registration)	Apply Online
Download Official Recruitment Notification (PDF)	Download PDF
Check Detailed Syllabus & Subject Exam Pattern	Check Syllabus
UPESSC Official Website	upessc.up.gov.in
Browse More State & Teaching Jobs	Sarkari Sewa

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