UP TGT Recruitment 2026: 17,735 Assistant Teacher Posts, Apply Online

UP TGT Recruitment 2026 has opened one of the largest teaching drives Uttar Pradesh has seen in recent years, and if you hold a graduation degree, a B.Ed and a TET qualification, this is the window to watch. The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, is filling 17,735 Assistant Teacher posts — known as Trained Graduate Teachers — in aided secondary schools across the state. Applications run online from 24-10-2026 to 23-11-2026, and the written test follows in December, so there is a clear, short runway to get your form in.

📌 Overview

📅 Important Dates

📊 Vacancy Details

✅ Eligibility Criteria

For every subject you need three things together: a graduation in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks (or a post-graduation with at least 45%), a B.Ed from an NCTE-recognised course (B.P.Ed or B.P.E. for Physical Education), and a pass in the upper primary level TET (classes 6 to 8) conducted by the UP Government or the Government of India. Subject-specific graduation combinations — for example, Physics and Chemistry for Science, or any two of History, Geography, Political Science and Economics for Social Science — are set out in the detailed notification, and the qualifying certificate must be valid by 30-06-2027.

🎯 Age Limit

💸 Application Fee

🧾 Selection Process

1. Written Examination — offline OMR test, 120 questions, 360 marks, 2 hours
2. Document Verification — original certificates, TET qualification and identity documents

There is no interview. The written test carries 30 general knowledge questions and 90 subject questions, with +3 for each correct answer and -1 for each wrong or multiple-marked answer.

📥 How to Apply

1. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPESSC portal — it is compulsory before applying.
2. Log in with your OTR credentials and select Advt. 07/2026 (TGT).
3. Choose your subject and the boys' or girls' school category, then fill in personal and educational details.
4. Upload your photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the fee online, review every entry carefully, submit the form and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.

🏢 About Organization

UPESSC, Prayagraj, conducts recruitment for teachers in aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The TGT cadre teaches classes 6 to 10, and school allotment is handled by the Director, Secondary Education, UP, Prayagraj, based on candidate preferences.

🔗 Important Links

❓ FAQs

How many posts are open in UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

UPESSC has announced 17,735 Assistant Teacher (TGT) posts under Advertisement No. 07/2026, including 16,193 posts in boys' schools and 1,542 in girls' schools.

What is the last date to apply for UP TGT 2026?

Online applications and fee payment close on 23-11-2026. The correction window stays open till 26-11-2026.

When is the UP TGT written exam 2026?

The written examination is scheduled for 23-12-2026 and 24-12-2026.

Is TET compulsory for UP TGT 2026?

Yes. Applicants need a graduation in the relevant subject, a B.Ed (or the prescribed equivalent) and a pass in the upper primary level TET.

Is there an interview in UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

No. Selection rests on the 360-mark written examination, followed by document verification.

What is the UP TGT 2026 exam pattern?

The offline OMR test carries 120 questions for 360 marks — 30 on general knowledge and 90 on the chosen subject — with +3 for a correct answer and -1 for a wrong one, over 2 hours.

What is the salary of a UP TGT teacher?

Selected teachers are placed in Pay Level 7, from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month, plus allowances as per state rules.

Is One Time Registration mandatory for UP TGT 2026?

Yes. Candidates must complete OTR on the UPESSC portal before filling the application form for Advt. 07/2026.