UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) with a total of 17,735 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply online starting from October 24, 2026 until November 23, 2026.
Key Dates
- Application Start Date: 24 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 23 November 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: 23 November 2026
- Correction Window: 26 November 2026
- Examination Dates: 23 & 24 December 2026
- Admit Card Release: Before Exam Date
Application Fees
- General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 1000/-
- SC, ST: Rs. 500/-
- Persons with Disabilities (PH): Rs. 300/-
- Payments can be made via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online modes.
Age Criteria
Age limits are calculated as of 1 July 2026:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 62 years
- Age relaxation will be provided as per UPESSC rules.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes the following posts:
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Trained Graduate Teacher TGT (Balak) | 16,193 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher TGT (Balika) | 1,542 |
For detailed category-wise and subject-wise vacancy distribution, candidates should refer to the official notification.
Educational Qualifications
- Graduate or Postgraduate degree in the relevant subject from a recognized Indian university or institution.
- Must have passed the B.Ed examination.
- Class 6-8 TET (Teacher Eligibility Test) qualification is mandatory.
- Applicants are advised to thoroughly read the official notification before applying.
How to Apply
Candidates can submit their applications online through the official UPESSC website at https://upessc.up.gov.in/. The application process will be active from October 24, 2026, and close on November 23, 2026.
Before filling out the form, applicants should carefully review the official notification regarding eligibility, age limits, and other requirements.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted through the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
Important Links
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Download Syllabus: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the application process start? October 24, 2026.
- What is the last date to apply? November 23, 2026.
- What is the application fee? Rs. 1000 for General/EWS/OBC, Rs. 500 for SC/ST, and Rs. 300 for PH candidates.
- What is the age limit? Between 21 and 62 years as of July 1, 2026.
- How many vacancies are available? 17,735 posts.
- What are the eligibility criteria? Graduation or Post Graduation in the relevant subject, B.Ed qualification, and passing the Class 6-8 TET exam.
- What is the selection procedure? Written exam, interview, and document verification.
