The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has issued a notification for the recruitment of Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts. A total of 2607 vacancies are available, with online applications commencing from 18 September 2026 and closing on 17 October 2026. Candidates are advised to thoroughly review the official notification for complete details before applying.
Age Relaxation : Age relaxation for the UP PGT Teacher position will be provided as per UPESSC regulations and government rules.
Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in the Relevant Subject from a university recognized by the Government of India. For subject-specific eligibility details and any additional mandatory teaching qualifications (such as B.Ed. or equivalent), candidates are advised to check the Official Notification thoroughly.
Total Vacancies: 2607 Posts
Selection Process
Written Exam: The first stage involves a written examination. This will typically be an objective type test covering general aptitude, general knowledge, and subject-specific knowledge based on the Master’s level syllabus. Details regarding the exam pattern, number of questions, marking scheme, and duration will be specified in the official notification.
Interview (Viva-Voce): Candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for an interview. The interview assesses the candidate’s subject knowledge, communication skills, teaching aptitude, and overall personality suitable for a teaching role. Marks for the interview will be decided as per UPESSC guidelines.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates after the written exam and interview will undergo document verification. It is crucial to present all original academic, caste, age, and other relevant certificates for verification. Any discrepancy may lead to disqualification.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the UP PGT Teacher post can submit their application online before 17 October 2026.
Use the Click Here link provided below under Important Links section to apply directly. This link will be activated on the application start date.
Alternatively, visit the official website of UPESSC to complete the application process online.
Make sure to complete the application and fee payment before the deadline 17 October 2026.
Note – Candidates are requested to carefully read the Official Notification before filling the form. Check Last Date, Age Limit & Education Qualification details thoroughly.
UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 : Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Master’s Degree: Candidates must hold a Post Graduate degree (M.A., M.Sc., M.Com. etc.) in the specific subject for which they are applying from a university recognized by the Government of India. For example, for a PGT Chemistry post, an M.Sc. in Chemistry is required.
Subject-Specific Requirements: The official notification will provide a detailed list of eligible Master’s degrees for each specific PGT subject (e.g., Hindi, English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, Civics, Commerce, etc.). Candidates must ensure their post-graduation aligns with the required subject.
Teaching Qualification (B.Ed. etc.): While the source mentions only Master’s Degree, for most PGT recruitments, a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or an equivalent teaching degree is often a mandatory or preferred qualification. Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official notification for precise details regarding B.Ed. or other teaching diploma requirements, as these can vary.
Age Criteria: As on 01 July 2026, the candidate’s age must be a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 62 years. Age relaxation rules for various categories (SC/ST/OBC/PH) will apply as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms.
UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 : Detailed Selection Process
Written Examination: This is the primary stage of selection. The exam typically consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions. It generally includes sections on General Knowledge, General Aptitude, and a major portion dedicated to the candidate’s specialized subject (Master’s level). The exact syllabus, number of papers, maximum marks, duration, and whether negative marking applies will be detailed in the official notification. Candidates must secure qualifying marks to proceed to the next stage.
Interview (Viva-Voce): Candidates who successfully clear the written examination are called for an interview. This stage is crucial for assessing a candidate’s communication skills, teaching methodology, depth of subject knowledge, general awareness, and overall suitability for a teaching position. The interview also evaluates their personality and confidence. The weightage of the interview in the final merit list will be specified in the official notification.
Document Verification: After the written exam and interview, a provisional merit list is prepared. Shortlisted candidates are then called for document verification. This stage is mandatory, where candidates must present all their original educational certificates (High School to Post Graduation, B.Ed. if applicable), caste certificate (if claiming reservation), domicile certificate (for UP residents), identity proof, and other relevant documents for scrutiny. Any discrepancy or failure to produce required documents will lead to disqualification.
Final Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s performance in the written examination, interview, and successful document verification.
The online application for UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 will start on 18 September 2026.
The last date for online application for UP PGT Teacher Online Form 2026 is 17 October 2026.
The application fee is ₹1500/- for General, EWS, OBC candidates, ₹750/- for SC, ST candidates, and ₹500/- for PH candidates.
The minimum age is 21 Years and the maximum age is 62 Years as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation will be provided as per rules.
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university. Refer to the official notification for subject-specific details and any additional qualifications like B.Ed.
There are a total of 2607 PGT Teacher Posts for this recruitment.
The official website for Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) is https://upessc.up.gov.in/.
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