UP PGT Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has issued Advertisement No. 06/2026 for 2,607 Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) vacancies in aided secondary schools in Uttar Pradesh. Online application is scheduled to begin on 18 September 2026 and the fee/application deadline is 17 October 2026.
UP PGT Recruitment 2026 – Job Overview
| Organisation | UPESSC |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | 06/2026 |
| Post | Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) |
| Vacancies | 2,607 |
| Application | Online |
| Exam | 15–16 December 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level 8; ₹47,600–₹1,51,100 |
Important Dates
| Notification | 15 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Correction | Up to 21 October 2026 |
| Written Examination | 15–16 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The announced total is 2,607 posts, including 2,329 posts in boys’ schools and 278 posts in girls’ schools. Subject-wise distribution should be checked in Advertisement No. 06/2026 before applying.
Eligibility and Age Limit
For most of the 26 subjects, the notified qualification is a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject together with a B.Ed from an NCTE-recognised programme. Certain subjects, including Music, Physical Education and Painting Arts, have subject-specific qualification routes in the detailed advertisement. Applicants must be Indian citizens and must possess the required qualification by the closing date.
The age is calculated as on 1 July 2026. The basic age range is 21 to 62 years, subject to the reservation and relaxation rules applicable to the candidate. Candidates should verify the exact date-of-birth condition and any category concession in Advertisement 06/2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/UR/OBC/EWS and applicable categories | ₹1,500 |
| SC/ST | ₹750 |
| Divyangjan/PwD | ₹500 |
Selection Process
The recruitment includes the UPESSC application process and written examination, followed by the stages prescribed in the detailed advertisement. The written examination is scheduled for 15 and 16 December 2026.
How to Apply
- Complete One Time Registration on the UPESSC portal.
- Read Advertisement 06/2026 for your subject.
- Complete the online application and upload required documents.
- Pay the prescribed fee before the deadline.
- Save the submitted application and payment receipt.
Documents Required
- Educational certificates and marksheets
- B.Ed/TET or other prescribed qualification documents
- Identity and address proof
- Category/PwD certificates where applicable
- Recent photograph and signature
FAQs
How many UP PGT vacancies are announced?
2,607 PGT/Lecturer posts.
When does application start?
18 September 2026.
What is the last date?
17 October 2026.
When is the written examination?
15 and 16 December 2026.
Official Links
UPESSC Official Website | UPESSC Registration Portal
Source: UPESSC Advertisement No. 06/2026. Candidates should treat the Commission’s notification and corrigenda as final.
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