UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for the post of Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) and Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary – Aided Schools). Issued under Advertisement Number 05/2026, this drive aims to fill a total of 12,405 vacancies (11,508 for Urban Primary and 897 for Attached Primary Aided Schools) across Uttar Pradesh. The UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially published on September 15, 2026. Candidates can begin submitting their online applications starting September 16, 2026, and the final date to submit the application form along with the fee is October 15, 2026.
This recruitment provides an outstanding opportunity for qualified candidates holding teaching diplomas or degrees alongside a valid TET certificate to secure a government teaching job in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates are strongly advised to complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official portal and carefully verify all eligibility criteria, subject-wise post availability, and reservation rules prior to applying.
UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Property | Detail |
| Recruitment Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) & Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary – Aided Schools) |
| Advt. No. | 05/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 12405 |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/-) |
| Notification Date | 15.09.2026 |
| Category | UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 15.09.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15.10.2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 19.10.2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 03 and 04 December 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 500/- |
| PWD | Rs. 300/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 is 21-40 Years for Assistant Teacher (Urban Primary) as of cutoff date 01.07.2026. For Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary), the minimum age is 21 years with a maximum superannuation age limit of 62 years as of 01.07.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) | 11508 | Bachelor’s Degree + BTC / D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed / Special D.El.Ed + Paper-1 TET Passed (State TET or CTET) |
| Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary – Aided Schools) | 897 | Bachelor’s Degree + BTC / D.El.Ed + Paper-1 TET Passed (State TET or CTET) |
Exam Scheme & Marking Pattern
- Total Marks: 360 Marks
- Total Questions: 120 Objective Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 minutes)
- Marking Scheme: +3 marks for each correct answer; 1 mark deducted (-1 negative marking) for each wrong or multiple answer
- Medium: English and Hindi
- Normalization: Applicable if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts
UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Written Exam (360 Marks Objective Test)
- Merit List Preparation (Based on Written Marks; Graduation/Training % used as tie-breaker)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official portal
www.upessc.up.gov.in. - Complete the mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) profile if not already registered.
- Login using your credentials and select “Advertisement No. 05/2026”.
- Fill in all personal, academic, and TET qualification details carefully.
- Fill in your mandatory school preference options for both types of schools.
- Upload scanned photograph (30–300 KB, 300–600 pixels) and signature (10–200 KB, 140×110 pixels) in JPG/JPEG format.
- Upload all supporting certificates and documents in PDF format (50–500 KB).
- Pay the required application fee online through Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
- Submit the final application form and download three printed copies for future reference and document verification.
Important Links
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| UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission Official Website | UPESSC |
