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/-) |
| Category | UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 16 September 2026 |
| Closing Date of Application | 15 October 2026 |
| Correction Window Open Until | 19 October 2026 |
| Examination Schedule | Updated Information Below |
| Written Exam Date | 03 and 04 December 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1000/- |
| SC/ ST | ₹ 500/- |
| PwBD | ₹ 300/- |
| Accepted Payment Options | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Card, and Mobile Wallet. |
UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age Limit: Calculate Age from Date of Birth :- Click Here. 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.Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | 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 Bharti Selection Process
The selection process for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 involves the following steps:
- 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 Online Form
- Check the eligibility from the UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 official notification pdf
- Fill out the application form or visit the Official site
- Upload the required documents
- Pay Fees
- Print the Application Form
🔔 Important Link 🔔
| UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Short – Notification PDF | Short – Notification PDF |
| UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification PDF |
| UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| UPESSC Official Website | UPESSC |
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What is the Start Date of the UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
16 September 2026
What is the Last Date of the UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
15 October 2026