A major update has arrived for teaching aspirants aiming to secure a Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) position in government-aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh! The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released the notification (Advt No. 06/2026) for the direct recruitment of 2,607 PGT posts.
Out of the total vacancies, 2,329 posts are reserved for the Boys’ Cadre (Balak Varg) and 278 posts are reserved for the Girls’ Cadre (Balika Varg). Eligible candidates can complete their One Time Registration (OTR) and submit their online applications on the official portal at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the key dates, subject-wise vacancy distribution, eligibility requirements, application fees, and examination scheme!
Recruitment Overview
| Department / Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) / Lecturer |
| Advertisement Number | Advt No. 06/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,607 Posts (Boys Cadre: 2,329 | Girls Cadre: 278) |
| Pay Scale | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Pay Level-8) + Applicable Allowances |
| Official Website | www.upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Schedule
| Event / Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | September 18, 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | October 17, 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Last Date | October 21, 2026 |
| Tentative Written Exam Dates | December 15 & 16, 2026 |
Subject-Wise & Category-Wise No. of Vacancy
| Subject | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 190 | 78 | 07 | 92 | 73 | 740 |
| English | 135 | 77 | 05 | 61 | 72 | 350 |
| Economics | 70 | 73 | 04 | 71 | 22 | 240 |
| Sociology | 32 | 28 | 02 | 13 | 08 | 83 |
| Physics | 68 | 22 | 03 | 01 | 21 | 115 |
| Chemistry | 96 | 28 | 04 | 12 | 01 | 141 |
| Mathematics | 57 | 18 | 02 | 26 | 11 | 114 |
| Commerce | 20 | 08 | 02 | 31 | 02 | 63 |
| History | 49 | 28 | 02 | 87 | 11 | 177 |
| Fine Arts (Drawing) | 30 | 15 | 01 | 95 | 06 | 147 |
| Psychology | 21 | 09 | 01 | 64 | 05 | 100 |
| Education | 18 | 13 | 05 | 04 | 04 | 44 |
| Music Vocal | 03 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 06 |
| Sanskrit | 110 | 56 | 07 | 52 | 32 | 257 |
| Urdu | 02 | 00 | 00 | 05 | 03 | 10 |
| Home Science | 04 | 03 | 00 | 03 | 02 | 12 |
| Geography | 108 | 50 | 00 | 76 | 14 | 248 |
| Physical Education | 08 | 05 | 00 | 05 | 03 | 21 |
| Military Science | 05 | 01 | 00 | 04 | 02 | 12 |
| Ranjan Kala | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
| Biology | 60 | 15 | 00 | 37 | 18 | 130 |
| Civics (Political Science) | 49 | 44 | 00 | 34 | 51 | 178 |
| Logic | 06 | 02 | 00 | 04 | 00 | 12 |
| Music Instrumental | 04 | 00 | 00 | 05 | 02 | 11 |
| Agriculture | 07 | 08 | 00 | 09 | 08 | 32 |
| Agronomy (Shasya Vigyan) | 03 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 04 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,156 | 583 | 46 | 502 | 320 | 2,607 |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit , Who can Apply?
1. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a Post Graduate (Master’s) Degree in the concerned subject from a recognized university.
- A professional B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education) degree is compulsory for all posts.
2. Age Limit (As of July 1, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: Up to retirement age (62 Years).
- Upper age relaxations apply for reserved candidates (SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/PwD) as per UP Government norms.
Category-Wise Application Fee
Payment must be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) / OBC / EWS | ₹1,500 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹750 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) | ₹500 |
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Selection will be conducted out of a total weightage of 400 Marks.
| Stage | Examination Structure | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Written Exam | 120 Objective Questions (30 GK + 90 Subject-Specific) | Time: 2 Hours | 360 Marks |
| Interview | Personality & Subject Knowledge Test | 40 Marks |
| Document Verification | Verification of Original Certificates & Medical Examination | Qualifying |
Note on Marking Scheme: Each correct answer awards 3 marks. There is a negative marking penalty of 1 mark for every incorrect or multiple-choice error.
Step-by-Step Online Application Guide
- Visit UPESSC official portal at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) profile if not already registered.
- Access the UP PGT 2026 Application Form using your OTR login credentials.
- Upload your photograph (30–300 KB, JPG), signature (10–200 KB, JPG), and educational certificates (50–500 KB, PDF).
- Pay the application fee based on your category and submit the application.
- Save and print a hard copy of the final confirmation page for future reference.
View Official Notification PDF
Click Here to Apply Online, ( Link Activate on 18 September)
