The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released an official notification for the UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 2607 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) vacancies. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding a Master’s Degree with a B.Ed. to secure a prestigious teaching position in government-aided schools across Uttar Pradesh. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the deadline of 17 October 2026.
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| UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.: 06/2026 | |
| Recruitment Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Post Name | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) |
| Total Vacancies | 2607 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Start Date to Apply | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 October 2026 |
| Qualification | Master Degree with Related Subject & B.Ed. |
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Important Dates
- Notification Released: 15 September 2026
- Application Start: 18 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 17 October 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 17 October 2026
- Last Date for Application Correction: 21 October 2026
- Exam Date: 15-16 December 2026
- Admit Card: To be Notified
- Exam City: To be Notified
- Answer Key: To be Notified
- Result Declared: To be Notified
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: 1500/-
- SC / ST: 750/-
- PH (Divyang): 500/-
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Age Limit as on 01 July 2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 62 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- As per Uttar Pradesh UPESSC PGT Teacher Examination Rules Advt No 06/2026.
Qualification Details
- Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree (Post Graduate) in the relevant subject from a recognized University.
- Additionally, a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree recognized by NCTE is mandatory for most subjects.
- For specific subject-wise eligibility, refer to the detailed notification.
Full Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet specific educational qualifications for their chosen subject, along with age criteria. A Master’s Degree in the relevant subject and a B.Ed. are generally required.
| Subject | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Hindi | Post Graduate degree in Hindi and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Sanskrit subject. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| English | Post Graduate degree in English. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Economics | Post Graduate degree in Economics. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Sociology | Post Graduate degree in Sociology. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Physics | Post Graduate degree in Physics. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Chemistry | Post Graduate degree in Chemistry. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Mathematics | Post Graduate degree in Mathematics. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Commerce | Post Graduate degree in Commerce. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| History | Post Graduate degree in Ancient History / Medieval History / Modern History. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Drawing | Post Graduate degree in Drawing & Painting (Rekhankana aur Chitrakala) OR Diploma in Fine Arts (Chitra Lekhan Sahit Lalitkala) from a recognized institution. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Psychology | Post Graduate degree in Psychology. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Education | Post Graduate degree in Psychology or Education. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Music (Vocal) | Post Graduate degree in Music OR Graduate degree with Music (Vocal) and specialization in Music. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Sanskrit | Post Graduate degree in Sanskrit. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Urdu | Post Graduate degree in Urdu. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Home Science | Post Graduate degree in Home Science OR B.Sc. in Home Science. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Geography | Post Graduate degree in Geography. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Physical Education | Graduate degree and M.P.Ed. in Physical Education. |
| Military Science | Post Graduate degree in Military Science / Defense Studies. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Decorative Arts | Diploma in Fine Arts (Chitra Lekhan Sahit Lalitkala) from a recognized institution. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Biology | Post Graduate degree in Botany or Zoology. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Civics | Post Graduate degree in Political Science / Civics. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Logic/Reasoning Science | Post Graduate degree in Philosophy. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Music (Instrumental) | Post Graduate degree in Music OR Graduate degree with Music (Instrumental) and specialization in Music. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Agriculture | Post Graduate degree in Agricultural Science. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
| Agronomy | Post Graduate degree in Agricultural Science. Additionally, a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. |
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates for UPESSC PGT Teacher positions will receive an attractive salary package as per the 7th Pay Commission. The pay scale is structured at Level-8, ensuring a competitive remuneration for qualified educators.
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | ₹ 47,600 – ₹ 1,51,100 | Level-8 |
- In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be eligible for various allowances as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Selection Process
The UPESSC PGT Teacher Selection Process is designed to identify highly competent educators. It primarily involves a Written Examination followed by an Interview, with a clear weightage for each stage.
- Phase 1: Written Examination (360 Marks): Candidates will first appear for a written test comprising 120 objective-type questions.
- Phase 2: Interview (40 Marks): Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will proceed to an interview round.
- Total Marks: 400: The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined scores from the written examination and interview.
- Tie-Breaking Rule: In case of a tie in total marks, preference will be given to candidates with higher marks in the written exam, followed by interview marks, then Post Graduate percentage, training qualification percentage, and finally, older age.
Exam Pattern
The UPESSC PGT Teacher Exam Pattern consists of a single written test with objective-type questions. Candidates need to focus on both General Knowledge and their Subject-Specific knowledge to score well.
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 30 | 3 | 90 |
| Related Subject | 90 | 3 | 270 |
| Total | 120 | Â | 360 |
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect or multiple answer.
- The syllabus for the PGT posts is available on the official UPESSC website.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details
The UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 2607 vacancies across various subjects for both Male (Balak) and Female (Balika) schools. The distribution ensures opportunities for candidates from different categories.
| Subject | Category | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Balak | 170 | 70 | 0 | 71 | 25 | 336 |
| Balika | 20 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 38 | |
| Total (Hindi) | 190 | 78 | 0 | 79 | 27 | 374 | |
| English | Balak | 116 | 69 | 0 | 55 | 16 | 256 |
| Balika | 19 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | |
| Total (English) | 135 | 77 | 0 | 56 | 17 | 285 | |
| Economics | Balak | 63 | 62 | 0 | 41 | 12 | 178 |
| Balika | 7 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 24 | |
| Total (Economics) | 70 | 73 | 0 | 47 | 12 | 202 | |
| Sociology | Balak | 29 | 26 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 75 |
| Balika | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 9 | |
| Total (Sociology) | 32 | 28 | 0 | 21 | 3 | 84 | |
| Physics | Balak | 63 | 19 | 0 | 29 | 11 | 122 |
| Balika | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | |
| Total (Physics) | 68 | 22 | 0 | 30 | 12 | 132 | |
| Chemistry | Balak | 90 | 24 | 0 | 39 | 20 | 173 |
| Balika | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 12 | |
| Total (Chemistry) | 96 | 28 | 0 | 41 | 20 | 185 | |
| Mathematics | Balak | 53 | 18 | 0 | 23 | 11 | 105 |
| Balika | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | |
| Total (Mathematics) | 57 | 18 | 0 | 26 | 11 | 112 | |
| Commerce | Balak | 19 | 8 | 0 | 23 | 12 | 62 |
| Balika | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Total (Commerce) | 20 | 8 | 0 | 23 | 12 | 63 | |
| History | Balak | 42 | 24 | 0 | 22 | 6 | 94 |
| Balika | 7 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 18 | |
| Total (History) | 49 | 28 | 0 | 28 | 7 | 112 | |
| Drawing | Balak | 22 | 14 | 0 | 17 | 4 | 57 |
| Balika | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 12 | |
| Total (Drawing) | 30 | 15 | 0 | 19 | 5 | 69 | |
| Psychology | Balak | 15 | 7 | 0 | 14 | 4 | 40 |
| Balika | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 10 | |
| Total (Psychology) | 21 | 9 | 0 | 16 | 4 | 50 | |
| Education | Balak | 10 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 28 |
| Balika | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | |
| Total (Education) | 18 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 40 | |
| Music (Vocal) | Balak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Balika | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | |
| Total (Music Vocal) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | |
| Sanskrit | Balak | 103 | 50 | 0 | 67 | 21 | 241 |
| Balika | 7 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 23 | |
| Total (Sanskrit) | 110 | 56 | 0 | 75 | 23 | 264 | |
| Urdu | Balak | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 9 |
| Balika | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
| Total (Urdu) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 13 | |
| Home Science | Balak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Balika | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 12 | |
| Total (Home Science) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 12 | |
| Geography | Balak | 104 | 48 | 0 | 73 | 14 | 239 |
| Balika | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | |
| Total (Geography) | 108 | 50 | 0 | 76 | 14 | 248 | |
| Physical Education | Balak | 8 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 19 |
| Balika | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Total (Physical Education) | 8 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 21 | |
| Military Science | Balak | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 12 |
| Balika | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total (Military Science) | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 12 | |
| Decorative Arts | Balak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Balika | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total (Decorative Arts) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Biology | Balak | 54 | 13 | 0 | 32 | 18 | 117 |
| Balika | 6 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 13 | |
| Total (Biology) | 60 | 15 | 0 | 37 | 18 | 130 | |
| Civics | Balak | 43 | 36 | 0 | 31 | 5 | 115 |
| Balika | 6 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 17 | |
| Total (Civics) | 49 | 44 | 0 | 34 | 5 | 132 | |
| Logic/Reasoning Science | Balak | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| Balika | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total (Logic/Reasoning Science) | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12 | |
| Music (Instrumental) | Balak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Balika | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 9 | |
| Total (Music Instrumental) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 11 | |
| Agriculture | Balak | 7 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 32 |
| Balika | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total (Agriculture) | 7 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 32 | |
| Agronomy | Balak | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Balika | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total (Agronomy) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| Grand Total (Balak) | 1027 | 516 | 0 | 585 | 201 | 2329 | |
| Grand Total (Balika) | 132 | 67 | 0 | 65 | 14 | 278 | |
| Overall Grand Total | 1156 | 583 | 0 | 650 | 215 | 2607 | |
Job Profile & Responsibility
As a Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) under UPESSC, you will be responsible for imparting quality education to students in government-aided secondary schools. Your role will involve teaching specialized subjects to higher secondary classes, developing engaging lesson plans, evaluating student performance, and contributing to the overall academic and co-curricular development of students. PGTs are expected to maintain high teaching standards and foster a positive learning environment.
- Subject Instruction: Deliver lectures and conduct practical sessions for students in your specialized subject for classes 11th and 12th.
- Curriculum Development: Assist in developing and updating curriculum content, teaching methodologies, and educational materials.
- Assessment & Evaluation: Prepare and grade assignments, conduct examinations, and provide constructive feedback to students.
- Mentorship: Guide and counsel students on academic and career-related matters.
- Administrative Duties: Participate in school administrative tasks, staff meetings, and other duties assigned by the school administration.
- Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development to stay updated with the latest educational practices and subject knowledge.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 must apply online through the official website. Ensure you follow all steps carefully to avoid any application errors. The application process is OTR-based, requiring a one-time registration.
- Read Notification: Before applying, thoroughly read the official UPESSC PGT Teacher Advt No 06/2026 notification for detailed eligibility criteria and instructions.
- One Time Registration (OTR): Visit the official UPESSC website www.upessc.up.gov.in and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you haven’t already.
- Fill Application Form: Log in with your OTR details and fill out the online application form with all required personal, educational, and contact details. Ensure all information is accurate.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph (30-300 KB, 300-600 Pixel Resolution), signature (10-200 KB, 140×110 Pixel Resolution), and other necessary certificates/documents (PDF format, 50-500 KB) as per the specified format and size.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the examination fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Your application will not be considered complete without fee payment.
- Review and Submit: Carefully review all entered information before final submission. No changes will be allowed after final submission.
- Print Application: Take at least three printouts of the final submitted application form for future reference. Two copies along with self-attested documents will be required during the interview.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies for UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 2607 vacancies for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts in this recruitment drive.
What are the important dates for UPESSC PGT Teacher application?
The application process starts on 18 September 2026, and the last date to apply and pay fees is 17 October 2026. The exam is scheduled for 15-16 December 2026.
What is the eligibility criteria for UPESSC PGT Teacher posts?
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university along with a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE. Specific subject-wise qualifications are detailed in the official notification.
What is the age limit for UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 62 years as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per UPESSC rules.
What is the selection process for UPESSC PGT Teacher?
The selection process includes a Written Examination (360 marks) and an Interview (40 marks). The final merit list will be based on the combined scores.
Is there any negative marking in the UPESSC PGT Teacher exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking. 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect or multiple answer in the written examination.
How can I apply for the UPESSC PGT Teacher Recruitment?
You can apply online through the official UPESSC website www.upessc.up.gov.in. Ensure you complete the One Time Registration (OTR) first, fill the application form, upload documents, and pay the application fee before the last date.