๐ข The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for the recruitment of Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) in aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. This is a major opportunity for qualified candidates to secure teaching positions in Boysโ and Girlsโ schools under the Secondary Education Department.
Important Dates
- ๐ Notification Release: 15 September 2026
- ๐๏ธ Online Registration & Application Start: 18 September 2026
- ๐ณ Last Date for Fee Payment: 17 October 2026
- โ๏ธ Last Date for Application Correction: 21 October 2026
- ๐งพ Exam Dates: 15 & 16 December 2026
Vacancy Details
- ๐ซ Boysโ Schools: 2,329 posts
- ๐ซ Girlsโ Schools: 278 posts
- ๐ Total: 2,607 posts
Application Process
- ๐ Apply online only through the official website: upessc.up.gov.in
- ๐ One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before filling the application form.
- ๐ธ Upload passport-size photo (30โ300 KB, resolution 300โ600 pixels) and signature (10โ200 KB, resolution 140x110 pixels).
- ๐ Certificates must be uploaded in PDF format (50โ500 KB).
- โ ๏ธ Once submitted, details like category, sub-category, DOB, and gender cannot be changed.
Examination Fee
| Category | Fee (โน) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 1500 |
| SC / ST | 750 |
| PwD | 500 |
Reservation, Age Limit & Pay Scale
- ๐ Reservation as per UP Government rules including vertical and horizontal categories.
- ๐ Maximum age limit: 62 years as on 01 July 2026.
- ๐ฐ Pay scale as per UP Secondary Education Department norms.
Educational Qualifications
๐ Candidates must hold the required postgraduate degrees and teacher training qualifications as per the advertisement. Minimum eligibility includes subject-specific postgraduate degrees recognized by the UP Government.
Exam Centres & Scheme
๐ 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?
๐ 2,607 posts (2,329 in Boysโ Schools and 278 in Girlsโ Schools). - Q2: What is the application process?
๐ Apply online via upessc.up.gov.in with mandatory One Time Registration. - Q3: What is the exam fee?
๐ โน1500 for General/OBC/EWS, โน750 for SC/ST, and โน500 for PwD candidates. - Q4: What are the exam dates?
๐ 15 and 16 December 2026. - Q5: Can I edit my application after submission?
๐ Yes, corrections can be made until 21 October 2026. - Q6: What documents are required?
๐ Photo, signature, caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate, PwD certificate, and educational qualification documents in PDF format. - Q7: What is the age limit?
๐ Maximum 62 years as on 01 July 2026.
Final Note
This recruitment drive by UPESSC is a significant opportunity for aspiring lecturers 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.
๐ Official UPESSC Portal: upessc.up.gov.in
