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Vacancy Details
- Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale / TGT): 17735 vacancies
Qualification: Prescribed subject-specific Graduation/Postgraduation, B.Ed. or applicable NCTE-recognized teacher-training qualification, and qualifying upper-primary TET as per Advertisement No. 07/2026- Boys’ Schools: 16193
- Girls’ Schools: 1542
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 62 years
Application Fees
- General / Unreserved, OBC, EWS and Others: ₹1000
- SC / ST: ₹500
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹300
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Candidates are evaluated through a 360-mark written examination consisting of objective-type questions (120 MCQs: 90 subject-specific, 30 general knowledge).
- Merit Preparation: A merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the written examination.
- Tie-breaking: If marks are equal, precedence is given to higher Graduation percentage, then higher training qualification percentage, and then the older candidate as applicable.
- Document Verification: Verification of original educational, teacher-training, TET and reservation certificates as prescribed in the notification.
- Final Selection: Further selection and recommendation are made according to the Commission’s rules after verification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://upessc.up.gov.in/.
- Open the One Time Registration (OTR) facility and complete the required registration.
- Log in with the prescribed credentials after completing OTR.
- Select the online application for Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale) Selection Examination 2026, Advertisement No. 07/2026.
- Enter personal details, date of birth, category and other information requested in the form.
- Select the eligible subject and provide the required academic qualifications and training details.
- Enter the applicable TET qualification information and other required details.
- Upload the prescribed photograph and signature in JPG or JPEG format (10 KB to 100 KB).
- Upload required educational, training and supporting certificates in PDF format (20 KB to 200 KB).
- Review the completed application, pay the examination fee through the online payment facility and complete final submission.
- Retain three copies of the submitted application and the fee payment receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date:
- Online Registration / Application Start Date:
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment:
- Last Date for Application Correction:
- Written Examination Date (Day 1):
- Written Examination Date (Day 2):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the basic eligibility/qualification criteria for UPESSC TGT 2026?
Candidates must have subject-specific Graduation or Postgraduation with the prescribed minimum marks for the post, an NCTE-recognized B.Ed. or applicable teacher-training qualification, and the qualifying upper-primary TET as specified in Advertisement No. 07/2026.
How do I apply for the UPESSC TGT recruitment?
Apply online via the official recruitment website (https://apply.upessc.org/) after completing One Time Registration (OTR) on https://upessc.up.gov.in/. Upload required photograph, signature and documents, pay the fee online and submit the form before the deadline.
What is the last date to apply or pay the fee for this recruitment?
The last date for online fee payment is 23-11-2026. Online registration/applications start on 24-10-2026 and the correction deadline is 26-11-2026.
What is the selection process for these Assistant Teacher posts?
Selection is based on a 360-mark written examination followed by verification of educational, teacher-training, TET and reservation certificates. Merit is prepared from written exam marks with tie-breaking rules applied as specified in the notification.
What is the pay scale for selected Assistant Teachers?
Selected Assistant Teachers will be paid under Level 7 with a pay scale of Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400 as per the official advertisement.
