UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 17,735 Posts

Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 for the Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Grade) Selection Examination 2026. The recruitment is for assistant teacher posts in non-government aided schools under the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Department.

A total of 17,735 vacancies have been announced for boys’ and girls’ schools. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website after completing One Time Registration (OTR). Candidates should check the subject-wise qualifications and eligibility requirements in the official notification before submitting their applications.

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Vacancies

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Candidates must be at least 21 years old as of 1 July 2026. The maximum age specified for the post is 62 years. Reservation and age-related benefits are governed by the applicable Uttar Pradesh government rules and the conditions stated in the notification.

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification

Candidates must satisfy the subject-specific educational requirements for the Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Grade) post. Generally, the notification requires a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks, or a qualifying postgraduate degree under the stated conditions, along with a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized programme. Candidates must also have passed the applicable Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for the upper-primary level (Classes 6–8).

Subject requirements differ for Hindi, English, Mathematics, Commerce, Music, Sanskrit, Urdu, Home Science, Physical Education, Social Science, Art, Agriculture, Sewing, Painting, Science, Biological Science and Instrumental Music. For certain subjects, the notification specifies alternative qualifications or subject combinations. Candidates should consult the official notification’s educational qualification section (pages 6–8) to confirm eligibility for their particular subject.

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• Written Exam
• Documents Verification
• Medical Test

UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Documents

Candidates should prepare the following documents for the application process and subsequent document verification:

1. Online application form, including two self-attested copies.
2. High School marksheet and certificate.
3. Intermediate marksheet and certificate.
4. Graduation marksheets for all years and degree certificate.
5. B.Ed., B.P.Ed. or B.P.E. marksheets and certificate, as applicable.
6. Valid TET certificate for the relevant level.
7. Caste certificate for eligible reserved-category candidates.
8. EWS certificate, where applicable.
9. Disability certificate, where applicable.
10. Ex-serviceman discharge certificate, if applicable.
11. No Objection Certificate (NOC) for employed candidates, where required.
12. Character certificate from the last educational institution.
13. Character certificates from two respectable persons.
14. Affidavit in the prescribed format concerning pending or disposed court cases, as applicable.
15. Other certificates and original documents required by the commission.

How to Apply for UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website: upessc.up.gov.in.
2. Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR).
3. Log in and open the Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 application form under Advertisement No. 07/2026.
4. Enter personal details, educational qualifications and subject-related information accurately.
5. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed formats.
6. Pay the applicable examination fee through the online payment gateway.
7. Review the application carefully and submit it before the deadline.
8. Save and print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.

Important: The notification states that the application must be completed in English. Candidates should carefully verify all information before final submission, as changes to certain personal details will not be permitted.

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