UPESSC UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: 12,405 Assistant Teacher Posts
UPESSC UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: 12,405 Assistant Teacher Posts last date to apply is 16 Oct 2026. Application mode: Online. Exam conducted in Offline mode. Apply online via the official website. Check complete eligibility, vacancy details, syllabus, and exam dates below.
The UPESSC UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: 12,405 Assistant Teacher Posts notification provides complete details including eligibility, vacancy breakdowns, category-wise reservation seats, age relaxation for all categories, exam pattern, and the step-by-step application process.
About UPESSC UP Primary Teacher
UPESSC UP Primary Teacher is a major government exam conducted by Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission. Explore the syllabus, previous papers, mock tests, and latest updates from the exam hub.
UPESSC, Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for 12,405 Assistant Teacher vacancies: 11,508 Assistant Teacher Primary (Urban) posts under the Basic Education Department and 897 Assistant Teacher Sambaddh Primary posts in aided schools. OTR-based online registration and application began on 16 September 2026; online fee payment closes on 15 October 2026.
Application status: Open. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) and submit the application on the official UPESSC portal.
स्थानीय भाषा संक्षेप
यह उत्तर प्रदेश के प्राथमिक विद्यालयों के सहायक अध्यापक पदों की भर्ती है। शुल्क जमा करने की अंतिम तिथि 15 अक्टूबर 2026 है और लिखित परीक्षा 3 व 4 दिसंबर 2026 को है।
UP Primary Teacher 2026 — Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission |
| Post Name | UP Primary Teacher 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 12,405 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per norms |
| Qualification | Graduation with prescribed teacher-training qualification and State / Central TET |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | India |
| Apply Last Date | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website of Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission |
Who Should Apply?
Candidates preparing for the UPESSC UP Primary Teacher with Graduation with prescribed teacher-training qualification and State / Central TET qualification and interest in government service should apply. Ensure you meet the age criteria before the deadline.
Why This Job Matters
This recruitment by Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission offers stable career opportunities with long-term benefits including job security, a competitive salary (as per norms), and reliable growth prospects.
UP Primary Teacher 2026 Important Dates
1 Registration & Fee Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Application Begin | 16 Sept 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Fee Payment Start | 16 Sept 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 Oct 2026 |
2 Exam Schedule
| Exam / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 15 September 2026 |
| OTR / Online Application Start | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 October 2026 |
| Written Examination | 3 and 4 December 2026 |
| Exam Date Summary | 3 and 4 December 2026 |
Full stage-by-stage breakdown with live status badges is in the Exam Timeline section below.
Exam Timeline & Status Tracker
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15 September 2026
Advertisement No. 05/2026
16 September 2026
15 October 2026
19 October 2026
3 and 4 December 2026
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / UR / OBC / EWS and other candidates | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹300 |
Vacancy Details
UPESSC has notified 12,405 vacancies. The Urban Primary stream has 11,508 district-wise posts. Assistant Teacher Sambaddh Primary has 897 posts: 473 in boys’ schools and 424 in girls’ schools. Vacancy numbers are provisional and may change.
UP Primary Teacher Online Form 2026: District-Wise Vacancy Details
This official, reader-friendly table covers all 75 districts for Assistant Teacher Primary (Urban). Horizontal-reservation seats are included within the district totals and are not shown as extra seats.
Assistant Teacher Sambaddh Primary: Category-Wise Seats
| Post Name | Department | Salary | Salary Range | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher Primary (Urban) | Basic Education Department | Level 6: ₹35,400-₹1,12,400 | Pay Level 6 | 11508 |
| Assistant Teacher Sambaddh Primary | Aided schools | Level 6: ₹35,400-₹1,12,400 | Pay Level 6 | 897 |
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Primary | 4746 | 3069 | 1116 | 2379 | 198 | 11508 |
| Sambaddh Primary | 378 | 164 | 7 | 348 | 0 | 897 |
| Grand total | 5124 | 3233 | 1123 | 2727 | 198 | 12405 |
SC Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown (Reservation)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 5,124 |
| OBC | 3,233 |
| EWS | 1,123 |
| SC | 2,727 |
| ST | 198 |
| Total | 12,405 |
UR = Unreserved · SC = Scheduled Caste · ST = Scheduled Tribe · OBC = Other Backward Classes · EWS = Economically Weaker Section · PwD = Persons with Disability
Note: The final number of vacancies may undergo change after getting firm numbers from Cadre Controlling Authorities.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Urban Primary candidates must be 21 to 40 years old on 1 July 2026, subject to notified relaxation. Sambaddh Primary specifies a minimum age of 21 and superannuation at 62 years.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UP SC / ST / OBC - Urban Primary | 5 years |
| UP PwD - Urban Primary | 15 years |
| UP Ex-servicemen - Urban Primary | Service period plus 3 years |
| Shiksha Mitra - Urban Primary | Up to 60 years |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher Primary (Urban) |
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| Assistant Teacher Sambaddh Primary |
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Selection Process
Written test → merit list → document verification
Written Examination
The bilingual test has 120 MCQs for 360 marks in two hours. A correct answer earns 3 marks; a wrong or multiple answer deducts 1 mark. Normalised scores apply if the exam has multiple shifts.
Merit and Document Verification
Merit uses written marks. Ties are resolved by graduation percentage, teacher-training percentage, then age. Shortlisted candidates must submit original documents and two self-attested sets.
How to Apply for UP Primary Teacher 2026
- 1
- Complete One Time Registration on the official UPESSC portal.
- 2
- Open Advertisement No. 05/2026 and choose the online application option.
- 3
- Fill all details in English, upload the prescribed files and choose post preferences carefully.
- 4
- Pay the fee online by 15 October 2026.
- 5
- Submit the form and keep the receipt and three application printouts.
Complete application before: 16 Oct 2026 at 23:59 PM
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Documents Required
Keep scanned copies (JPG/PDF) of all documents ready before starting the application.
Important Tips for Candidates
- OTR is compulsory; no other application mode is accepted.
- The application must be completed in English.
- Use only a black ballpoint pen on the OMR answer sheet.
- Accuracy matters: a wrong or multiple answer loses 1 mark.
Official Notification PDF
Important Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
There are 12,405 posts: 11,508 Urban Primary and 897 Sambaddh Primary.
The online fee payment deadline is 15 October 2026; correction closes 19 October 2026.
The written examination is scheduled for 3 and 4 December 2026.
120 objective questions for 360 marks in two hours; +3 for correct and -1 for wrong or multiple answers.
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