๐Ÿ“ข The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Teachers in Urban Primary Schools under the Basic Education Department and in Aided Primary Schools (Boys/Girls) under the Secondary Education Department. This is a major recruitment drive inviting applications from eligible candidates across Uttar Pradesh.

Important Dates

  • ๐Ÿ“… Notification Release: 15 September 2026
  • ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Online Registration & Application Start: 16 September 2026
  • ๐Ÿ’ณ Last Date for Fee Payment: 15 October 2026
  • โœ๏ธ Last Date for Application Correction: 19 October 2026
  • ๐Ÿงพ Exam Dates: 03 & 04 December 2026

Vacancy Details

  • ๐Ÿซ Urban Primary Schools (Basic Education Department): 11,508 posts
  • ๐Ÿซ Aided Primary Schools (Secondary Education Department): 897 posts (Boysโ€™ Schools โ€“ 473, Girlsโ€™ Schools โ€“ 424)

Application Process

  • ๐ŸŒ Apply online only through the official website: upessc.up.gov.in
  • ๐Ÿ“ One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before filling the application form.
  • ๐Ÿ“ธ Upload passport-size photo (30โ€“300 KB, resolution 300โ€“600 pixels) and signature (10โ€“200 KB, resolution 140x110 pixels).
  • ๐Ÿ“„ Certificates must be uploaded in PDF format (50โ€“500 KB).
  • โš ๏ธ Once submitted, details like category, sub-category, DOB, and gender cannot be changed.

Examination Fee

Category Fee (โ‚น)
General / OBC / EWS1000
SC / ST500
PwD300

Reservation, Age Limit & Pay Scale

  • ๐Ÿ“Š Reservation as per UP Government rules including vertical and horizontal categories.
  • ๐ŸŽ‚ Age limit and relaxations as per norms; ex-servicemen, freedom fighter dependents, and PwD candidates eligible under specific provisions.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Pay scale as per UP Basic Education and Secondary Education Department rules.

Educational Qualifications

๐ŸŽ“ Candidates must hold the required educational qualifications as per the advertisement. Minimum eligibility includes passing prescribed teacher training programs and relevant degrees recognized by the UP Government.

Exam Centres & Scheme

๐Ÿ“ The written exam will be conducted across designated centres in Uttar Pradesh. The detailed exam scheme and syllabus are provided in the official notification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Q1: How many vacancies are available?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ 11,508 posts in Urban Primary Schools and 897 posts in Aided Primary Schools.
  • Q2: What is the application process?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Apply online via upessc.up.gov.in with mandatory One Time Registration.
  • Q3: What is the exam fee?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ โ‚น1000 for General/OBC/EWS, โ‚น500 for SC/ST, and โ‚น300 for PwD candidates.
  • Q4: What are the exam dates?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ 03 and 04 December 2026.
  • Q5: Can I edit my application after submission?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Yes, corrections can be made until 19 October 2026.
  • Q6: What documents are required?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Photo, signature, caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate, PwD certificate, and educational qualification documents in PDF format.
  • Q7: What is the age limit?
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ As per UP Government rules; relaxations apply for reserved categories.

Final Note

This recruitment drive by UPESSC is a significant opportunity for aspiring teachers in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates should carefully read the notification, ensure eligibility, and apply online before the deadline. Proper preparation for the December 2026 exam will be crucial for success.

๐Ÿ”— Official UPESSC Portal: upessc.up.gov.in