UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 12,405 Posts
UPESSC UP PRT ASSISTANT TEACHER RECRUITMENT 2026
ASSISTANT TEACHER (URBAN & ATTACHED PRIMARY)
📢 12,405 Vacancies | Salary ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
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Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released the official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) and Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary – Aided Schools) under Advertisement No. 05/2026 on 15 September 2026 [citation:5][citation:9].
This recruitment drive aims to fill 12,405 vacancies across 11,508 Assistant Teacher (Urban) posts and 897 Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) posts in Uttar Pradesh [citation:1][citation:9]. The online application window opens on 16 September 2026 and closes on 15 October 2026 [citation:2][citation:6]. The written examination is scheduled for 3 and 4 December 2026 [citation:7][citation:13].
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 [citation:9] |
| Total Vacancies | 12,405 [citation:5] |
| Posts | Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban), Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) [citation:9] |
| Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 [citation:2] |
| Application Last Date | 15 October 2026 [citation:6] |
| Correction Window | 16 to 19 October 2026 [citation:13] |
| Exam Date | 3 and 4 December 2026 [citation:7] |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 15 September 2026 [citation:5] |
| Online Application Start | 16 September 2026 [citation:2] |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 15 October 2026 [citation:6] |
| Correction Window | 16 to 19 October 2026 [citation:13] |
| Written Examination | 3 and 4 December 2026 [citation:7] |
📊 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher (Urban) | Basic Education Department | 11,508 | Level-6 [citation:4] |
| Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) | Secondary Education Department (Aided Non-Government Schools) | 897 | Level-6 [citation:4] |
| Total | 12,405 |
📌 Category-wise Breakup (Assistant Teacher Attached Primary – 897 Posts):
| General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 378 | 348 | 0 | 164 | 7 | 897 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher (Urban) | Graduation degree from a recognised university + Any one of the following teacher training qualifications: BTC (including 2-year BTC Urdu), Special BTC, 2-year Diploma in Special Education (RCI), 4-year B.El.Ed., 2-year D.El.Ed. + Valid TET (Classes 1 to 5) [citation:9] |
| Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) | Graduation degree + BTC or D.El.Ed. from NCTE recognised course + Valid TET (Classes 1 to 5) conducted by UP Government or Government of India [citation:9] |
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026):
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher (Urban) | 21 Years | 40 Years [citation:1] |
| Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) | 21 Years | 62 Years [citation:11] |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC (UP): 5 Years [citation:1]
- PwD: 15 Years [citation:1]
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years + Service Period [citation:1]
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000/- [citation:1] |
| SC / ST | ₹500/- [citation:1] |
| PwD (Divyangjan) | ₹300/- [citation:1] |
📌 Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI [citation:13].
📌 Selection Process
| Stage | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | OMR-Based Objective Test (360 marks) | Merit [citation:7] |
| Document Verification | Original Documents | Final Verification [citation:7] |
| Medical Fitness | Medical Certificate | Final Selection [citation:7] |
📌 Note: Selection is based purely on the written examination merit list. There is no interview for Assistant Teacher posts [citation:7].
📘 Exam Pattern (Written Test)
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 Multiple Choice Questions [citation:4] |
| Total Marks | 360 Marks [citation:4] |
| Duration | 2 Hours [citation:4] |
| Language | Hindi and English [citation:4] |
| Marking Scheme | +3 marks for correct answer, -1 mark for wrong/multiple answers [citation:4] |
| Mode | OMR-Based Written Examination [citation:4] |
| Normalisation | Applicable if exam is held in multiple shifts [citation:4] |
📌 Tie-Breaking Rule: If merit is tied, the following order applies: 1) Graduation percentage, 2) Training percentage, 3) Older candidate ranks higher [citation:7].
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher (Urban & Attached Primary) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 [citation:4] |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Go to upessc.up.gov.in [citation:9].
- Complete OTR: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) first. OTR is mandatory before applying [citation:13].
- Login: Use the generated credentials to login.
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and category details carefully [citation:4].
- Select Preferences: Fill preference choices for both types of schools where applicable [citation:19].
- Upload Documents: Upload photograph (30-300 KB), signature (10-200 KB), and certificates (PDF, 50-500 KB) [citation:4].
- Pay Application Fee: Pay online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI [citation:13].
- Submit: Review and submit the application before 15 October 2026 [citation:6].
- Take Printout: Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
📌 Important Notes
- OTR is mandatory for all candidates before applying [citation:13].
- After final submission, category, sub-category, date of birth, and gender cannot be changed [citation:1].
- Preference choices for both types of schools cannot be changed after the last date [citation:19].
- Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted [citation:19].
- Keep multiple copies of the submitted application for future use [citation:4].
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026?
UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission for Assistant Teacher posts in Urban and Attached Primary schools across Uttar Pradesh [citation:5].
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
There are a total of 12,405 vacancies – 11,508 for Assistant Teacher (Urban) and 897 for Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) [citation:9].
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to pay the application fee is 15 October 2026 [citation:6].
Q4. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹1,000 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹500 for SC/ST, and ₹300 for PwD candidates [citation:1].
Q5. What is the required educational qualification?
Graduation degree + BTC/D.El.Ed./B.El.Ed. or equivalent teacher training qualification + Valid TET (Classes 1 to 5) [citation:9].
Q6. What is the age limit?
For Assistant Teacher (Urban): 21 to 40 years. For Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary): 21 to 62 years as on 1 July 2026 [citation:1][citation:11].
Q7. What is the salary for these posts?
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-6) [citation:4].
Q8. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Written Examination → Document Verification → Medical Fitness. There is no interview [citation:7].
Q9. What is the exam pattern?
120 objective-type questions for 360 marks, 2 hours duration, with +3 marks for correct answer and -1 mark for wrong answer. The exam is bilingual (Hindi and English) [citation:4].
Q10. When is the written exam scheduled?
The written examination is scheduled for 3 and 4 December 2026 [citation:7].
Q11. What is the correction window?
The correction window is open from 16 to 19 October 2026 [citation:13].
Q12. How can I apply for UPESSC UP PRT Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official UPESSC website: upessc.up.gov.in between 16 September and 15 October 2026 [citation:2][citation:6].
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