UP TGT Recruitment 2026 is open under UPESSC Advertisement No. 07/2026 for 17,735 Assistant Teacher posts in aided secondary schools. The written examination is scheduled for 23 and 24 December 2026. This guide is for candidates seeking subject-teacher posts in Uttar Pradesh. It covers vacancies, eligibility, pay, fees, dates, exam format and application steps.
UP TGT Recruitment 2026 offers 17,735 posts under Advertisement No. 07/2026. Apply online after completing mandatory OTR; the written exam is set for 23–24 December 2026.
- Recruiting commission: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj.
- Post and notice: Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale), Advertisement No. 07/2026.
- Vacancies: 17,735 total: 16,193 in boys’ schools and 1,542 in girls’ schools.
- Registration: Began 24 October 2026; One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory.
- Fee deadline: 23 November 2026; correction deadline: 26 November 2026.
- Written exam: 23 and 24 December 2026.
- Age on 1 July 2026: 21 to 62 years.
- Pay scale: Level 7, ₹44,900–₹1,42,400.
See the official UPESSC notification; vacancies may change.
What Is UP TGT Recruitment 2026 under Advt. 07/2026?
UP TGT Recruitment 2026 is UPESSC’s selection examination for 17,735 Assistant Teacher posts in aided secondary schools. Candidates apply online after OTR and meet subject-specific education and TET conditions; the written exam is scheduled for 23–24 December 2026. Advertisement No. 07/2026 covers this cycle.
The formal title is Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale) Selection Examination 2026. Verify Advertisement No. 07/2026 before using a guide for another teacher recruitment.
Consider applying only if you are an Indian citizen, meet the age conditions, have the education and teacher-training qualifications for your chosen subject, and hold the prescribed upper-primary TET certificate. OTR must be completed before the application.
What Pay Scale and Application Fees Apply?
The notice lists Pay Level 7: ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 for the Assistant Teacher post. These are the stated pay-scale endpoints; no in-hand estimate is used.
| Applicant category | Examination fee |
|---|---|
| General, unreserved, OBC, EWS and other categories | ₹1,000 |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | ₹500 |
| Persons with disabilities | ₹300 |
Pay online and retain the receipt. The notice says fees are not refunded for incomplete or incorrect applications. Check the official fee instructions.
What Are the UP TGT Eligibility Requirements?
UP TGT eligibility varies by subject. Use the notification’s subject-wise qualification and vacancy tables before applying.
- Age: The minimum is 21 and the maximum is 62 years, calculated on 1 July 2026. Read the notification for applicable reservation and age-relaxation rules.
- Subject qualification: Applicants need the prescribed degree and subject combination. Several rows specify a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks; selected postgraduate pathways use a 45% threshold. Requirements and alternatives differ by subject.
- Teacher training: The notice specifies a recognized B.Ed. qualification for many subjects and lists subject-specific alternatives, including physical education, music and art.
- TET: A valid Teacher Eligibility Test certificate for the upper-primary level (Classes 6–8), conducted by the Uttar Pradesh or Central Government, is required. The notice says the certificate must be valid through 30 June 2027.
- Nationality and reservation: Indian citizenship is required. UP reservation benefits require the applicable certificate.
The National Council for Teacher Education provides teacher-education context; the UPESSC advertisement controls eligibility for this recruitment.
How Do You Apply and What Is the Exam Pattern?
Complete One Time Registration before filling the online form at the UPESSC application portal.
- Open the UPESSC portal and complete OTR with accurate personal details.
- Choose Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale), Advertisement No. 07/2026, then select the correct subject, branch and category.
- Enter your education and contact details. The notification says the form must be completed in English.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG format, each 10–100 KB. Supporting certificates must be PDFs of 20–200 KB.
- Pay the fee online, check the submitted details and save the application and receipt. The notice says category, subcategory, date of birth and gender cannot be changed after final submission.
Written exam and merit
The written paper has 120 multiple-choice questions for 360 marks and lasts two hours. It contains 30 general-knowledge questions and 90 questions on the relevant subject. Each correct answer earns 3 marks; an incorrect or multiple-marked answer loses 1 mark. The paper is in Hindi and English, except for language subjects. The notification describes selection through the written exam and later document verification; it does not list an interview stage. The official syllabus is available from the UPESSC website.
What Are the Important UP TGT Dates in 2026?
Advertisement No. 07/2026 lists these dates.
| Event | Official date |
|---|---|
| Notification published | 23 October 2026 |
| OTR / online registration began | 24 October 2026 |
| Last date to deposit online examination fee | 23 November 2026 |
| Application correction deadline | 26 November 2026 |
| Written examination | 23 and 24 December 2026 |
Where Are the UP TGT Notification and Application Links?
Use the official PDF for final rules. The supplied Telegram post also links to the notification file.
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Frequently Asked Questions About UP TGT Recruitment 2026
Who issued the UP TGT Recruitment 2026 notice, and which exact advertisement number should you check before applying online?
UPESSC issued it as Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale) Selection Examination 2026, Advertisement No. 07/2026.
What are the UP TGT 2026 registration, fee-payment, correction and written-exam dates listed in the official notification?
Registration began 24 October; the online fee is due 23 November; corrections close 26 November; the written exam is scheduled for 23 and 24 December 2026.
What age limit and subject-wise education or TET qualifications apply to UPESSC Assistant Teacher candidates in this cycle?
Applicants must be 21–62 on 1 July 2026, be Indian citizens, meet their chosen subject’s degree and training rules, and hold the specified upper-primary TET certificate.
How many questions, marks and hours are included in the UP TGT 2026 written examination, and does it have negative marking?
The paper has 120 MCQs, 360 marks and a two-hour duration: 30 general-knowledge and 90 subject questions. Correct answers score 3; wrong or multiple answers lose 1.
Where can candidates download the official UP TGT notification and apply online through OTR for Advertisement No. 07/2026?
Read the UPESSC PDF, complete OTR first, then apply at apply.upessc.org. The Telegram post is an additional notification download link.
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Last Updated: October 2026. This page is reviewed and updated when official data changes.
Disclaimer: This post summarizes Advertisement No. 07/2026 for information. The official notification and any later corrigendum control eligibility, reservation, fees and dates. Verify details on the UPESSC portal before paying or submitting the form.
