UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 17,735 Assistant Teacher Posts

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the recruitment notification for Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Grade) or UP TGT posts. A total of 17,735 vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. 07/2026.

The online application process for UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 has started on 24 October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official UPESSC website until 23 November 2026. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on 23 and 24 December 2026.

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Organization	Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Post Name	Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Grade) / UP TGT
Advertisement No.	07/2026
Total Vacancies	17,735
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	24 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	23 November 2026
Correction Last Date	26 November 2026
Exam Date	23–24 December 2026
Admit Card	Before Examination
Job Location	Uttar Pradesh
Official Website	UPESSC

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

Event	Date
Online Application Starts	24 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	23 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	23 November 2026
Correction Last Date	26 November 2026
Exam Date	23–24 December 2026
Admit Card	Before Exam
Result	To Be Updated

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the candidate's category.

Category	Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC	Rs 1,000
SC / ST	Rs 500
PwD (PH)	Rs 300

The fee can be paid through the available online payment methods, including:

Debit Card
Credit Card
Internet Banking
IMPS
Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

UPESSC UP TGT Vacancy 2026

UPESSC has announced a total of 17,735 vacancies for Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Grade) posts.

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Assistant Teacher (UP TGT)	17,735

The detailed subject-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution should be checked in the official notification.

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational and other eligibility requirements before applying for the UP TGT post.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should have:

A Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks, or
A qualifying Postgraduate Degree, wherever applicable under the prescribed conditions.
A B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized programme.
A valid Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) qualification at the upper-primary level, covering Classes 6 to 8, conducted by the State Government or Government of India.

UPESSC UP TGT Age Limit 2026

The age limit is calculated as on 1 July 2026.

Age Criteria	Details
Minimum Age	21 Years
Maximum Age	62 Years for Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary), as provided
Age Relaxation	As per applicable rules

Candidates belonging to eligible categories will receive age relaxation according to the applicable UPESSC rules.

Important: Candidates should refer to the official notification for the exact age criteria applicable to their specific post/category.

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process mentioned in the recruitment details consists of:

Written Examination
Interview / Viva-Voce
Document Verification

Candidates who qualify at each required stage will be considered for the subsequent stage of the recruitment process.

How to Apply for UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete the online application:

Visit the official UPESSC website.
Open the recruitment section.
Find Advertisement No. 07/2026 for Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Grade).
Read the official notification carefully.
Click on the Apply Online link.
Complete the registration process using valid details.
Fill in your personal, educational, TET, and other required information.
Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
Review all the details entered in the application form.
Submit the application before 23 November 2026.
Download and save the final application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Documents Required for UP TGT Application

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:

Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Class 10th certificate
Class 12th certificate
Bachelor's Degree certificate and marksheet
Postgraduate certificate, if applicable
B.Ed. certificate
TET certificate/scorecard
Category certificate, if applicable
PwD certificate, if applicable
Other documents specified in the official notification

UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026 Important Links

Description	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
UPESSC Official Website	Click Here
More Updates	Click Here
Join WhatsApp Channel	Click Here

FAQs – UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

A total of 17,735 Assistant Teacher (UP TGT) vacancies have been announced.

Q2. When did the UPESSC UP TGT application process start?

The online application process started on 24 October 2026.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 23 November 2026.

Q4. When will the UPESSC UP TGT exam be conducted?

The examination is scheduled for 23 and 24 December 2026.

Q5. What is the application fee for UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

The fee is Rs 1,000 for General/EWS/OBC candidates, Rs 500 for SC/ST candidates, and Rs 300 for PwD candidates.

Q6. What is the minimum age required for UPESSC UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age mentioned in the recruitment details is 21 years as on 1 July 2026.

Q7. Is B.Ed. required for UP TGT Recruitment 2026?

Yes, the provided eligibility criteria specify a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized programme, along with the prescribed graduation/postgraduation qualification.