UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) for 12,405 Assistant Teacher (Primary Teacher PRT) posts under Advt. No. 05/2026. The online application process started on 16 September 2026 and candidates can apply until 15 October 2026. Candidates should check the important dates, application fee, age limit, eligibility criteria, selection process and important links before applying.

UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card or Mobile Wallet.

Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as on 01 July 2026.

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years for Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban)
• Maximum Age: 62 Years for Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary)
• Age relaxation is applicable as per UPESSC regulations.

Total Vacancy

A total of 12,405 Assistant Teacher posts are mentioned under the UPESSC recruitment.

Vacancy Details & Eligibility

Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban)

• Graduation degree from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
• Recognized teacher-training qualification such as BTC, BTC (Urdu), Special BTC, 2-year Diploma in Special Education approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), 4-year B.El.Ed., or 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) recognized under NCTE Regulations, 2002.
• Candidates must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the State Government or Government of India.

Note: The BTC course is currently conducted under the name D.El.Ed.

Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary)

• Graduation degree from a university established by law in India or a recognized/deemed university/institution.
• BTC or D.El.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized course.
• Passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Government or Government of India for Classes 01 to 05.

How to Apply for UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official UPESSC website.
2. Open the Assistant Teacher recruitment application link.
3. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
4. Enter your personal and educational details correctly.
5. Upload the required documents as instructed.
6. Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
7. Review the complete application form before final submission.
8. Submit the application form before 15 October 2026.
9. Save or print the submitted application form for future reference.

Important: Candidates can use the correction facility until 19 October 2026, as mentioned in the provided information.

Selection Process

The selection process mentioned in the provided recruitment information includes:

1. Written Examination
2. Interview (Viva-Voce)
3. Document Verification

Important Instructions

• The online application process started on 16 September 2026.
• The last date to apply is 15 October 2026.
• The correction facility is available until 19 October 2026.
• Check the qualification requirements for your selected post carefully.
• Make sure that your TET qualification matches the required classes.
• Pay the correct application fee according to your category.
• Check all details before final submission.
• Keep a copy of the submitted application form and payment receipt.
• Read the official notification carefully before applying.

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FAQ – UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026

When did the UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 application start?

The online application process started on 16 September 2026.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for submitting the online application form is 15 October 2026.

How many Assistant Teacher posts are available?

A total of 12,405 posts are mentioned in the recruitment information.

What is the age limit?

The minimum age is 21 years. The maximum age is 40 years for Assistant Teacher (Primary–Urban) and 62 years for Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary), as on 01 July 2026.

What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹1000/- for General, EWS and OBC candidates, ₹500/- for SC/ST candidates and ₹300/- for PH candidates.

What is the examination date?

The examination is scheduled for 03–04 December 2026.

What is the educational qualification?

The qualification depends on the post. Candidates generally require a Graduation degree along with the prescribed teacher-training qualification and TET qualification mentioned for the respective post.

What is the official website of UPESSC?

The official website is
https://upessc.up.gov.in/.