UP Teacher Vacancy 2026: 11,508 Assistant Teacher Posts, Apply Online
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the notification for UP Teacher Vacancy 2026 for recruitment to Assistant Teacher posts in primary schools. The recruitment process has been started for eligible candidates who are looking for teaching jobs in Uttar Pradesh.
According to the released schedule, the online application process for Assistant Teacher in Urban Area Primary Schools has started, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official UPESSC website. The primary teacher examination is scheduled to be conducted on 3 and 4 December 2026.
UP Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | UP Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Exam Name | UP Teacher Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher |
| Job Category | Teaching Jobs |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 3–4 December 2026 |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
The above recruitment schedule and application details are based on the notification information published for the 2026 recruitment.
UP Teacher Vacancy 2026 – Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes Assistant Teacher posts for urban-area primary schools. The category-wise vacancy details mentioned on the recruitment page are:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 4,746 |
| OBC | 3,069 |
| EWS | 1,116 |
| SC | 2,379 |
| ST | 198 |
| Total | 11,508 |
In addition, 897 Assistant Teacher posts are listed for affiliated primary non-government aided schools, taking the combined number of posts listed on the page to 12,405.
UP Teacher Eligibility Criteria 2026
For Assistant Teacher – Urban Area Primary Schools
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree along with one of the prescribed teacher-training qualifications, such as:
- Basic Teacher Certificate (BTC)
- Two-Year BTC (Urdu)
- Special BTC
- Two-Year Diploma in Special Education approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India
- Four-Year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.)
- Two-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) as prescribed under the applicable NCTE regulations.
Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the complete post-wise eligibility requirements before applying.
For Assistant Teacher – Affiliated Primary Schools
Candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university/institution along with BTC/B.T.C. or D.El.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized course.
Candidates must also have qualified the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for Classes 1–5 conducted by the Government of Uttar Pradesh or the Government of India, as applicable.
UP Teacher Age Limit 2026
The prescribed age limit mentioned for the recruitment is:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwD | 10 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable according to the applicable government rules and recruitment notification.
UP Teacher Application Fee 2026
The application fee mentioned for the recruitment is:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | ₹1,000 |
| OBC | ₹1,000 |
| EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC | ₹500 |
| ST | ₹500 |
Candidates should verify the applicable fee for their category in the official advertisement before making payment.
UP Teacher Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the Assistant Teacher recruitment will be based on a Written Examination.
Candidates should prepare according to the officially prescribed syllabus and examination pattern and keep checking the UPESSC website for further updates.
UP Teacher Exam Date 2026
The UP Teacher Primary Examination 2026 is scheduled for:
3 & 4 December 2026
Candidates should regularly check the official website for admit card, examination centre and other examination-related updates.
UP Teacher Salary 2026
According to the recruitment information, the basic pay mentioned for the post is:
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Other allowances and benefits will be applicable as per the rules of the concerned department and government norms.
How to Apply for UP Teacher Vacancy 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR), wherever applicable.
- Log in using the required registration credentials.
- Select the relevant UP Teacher Recruitment 2026 application.
- Enter all required personal, educational and other details carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
- Check the complete application form before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and keep a printout/PDF of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 16 September 2026 |
| Application Start | September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 October 2026 |
| Primary Teacher Examination | 3–4 December 2026 |
Candidates are advised to complete the application process before the deadline rather than waiting until the last date.
Important Links
- Official UPESSC Website: upessc.up.gov.in
- UP Teacher Recruitment Notification: Available through the official UPESSC portal
- Online Application: Through the official UPESSC website
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