UPESSC Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026: 12,405 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Aayog (UPESSC) has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for the Chayan Pariksha 2026 for Assistant Teacher posts. The recruitment covers 12,405 vacancies in urban primary schools and attached primary sections of non-government aided schools in Uttar Pradesh. The notification was published on 15 September 2026, and the online application process began on 16 September 2026. Candidates can submit the application and pay the prescribed fee up to 15 October 2026.

UPESSC Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026: Overview

Vacancy Details

The 12,405 vacancies are divided between two categories. There are 11,508 Assistant Teacher (Urban) vacancies under the Basic Education Department. A further 897 Assistant Teacher Attached Primary vacancies are available in aided institutions, comprising 473 posts in boys’ schools and 424 posts in girls’ schools.

Important Dates

The application deadline and correction date are reported consistently across current recruitment coverage. Candidates should rely on the detailed UPESSC advertisement and subsequent official notices for any change to the examination schedule.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility varies by the Assistant Teacher category. For the Urban Assistant Teacher posts, the reported requirements include graduation along with a government-recognized teacher-training qualification such as BTC/D.El.Ed., B.El.Ed. or another prescribed qualification, together with the required Teacher Eligibility Test qualification. For the attached-primary posts, candidates must satisfy the qualifications and age conditions specified in the detailed advertisement.

Age Limit

For Assistant Teacher, Primary, Urban, the reported age range is 21 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026. For the attached-primary posts, the reported range is 21 to 62 years. Applicable relaxations and category-specific conditions should be checked in Advertisement No. 05/2026.

Application Fee

Current recruitment reports list the application fee as ₹1,000 for General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS candidates, ₹500 for SC/ST candidates and ₹300 for PwBD candidates. Candidates should verify the amount displayed in the official UPESSC application portal before payment.

Selection Process

The recruitment is being conducted through the UPESSC Chayan Pariksha (Selection Examination), 2026. Candidates must complete the required One Time Registration (OTR), submit the online application and appear for the examination as scheduled by the Commission. The detailed advertisement should be read for the complete examination scheme and subsequent selection requirements.

How to Apply for UPESSC Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official UPESSC website at upessc.up.gov.in.
2. Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR).
3. Log in and select Advertisement No. 05/2026 for the Assistant Teacher recruitment.
4. Enter the required personal, educational and eligibility details.
5. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the applicable application fee online.
7. Review the application carefully before final submission.
8. Save and print the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.

Important Links

Official Website: https://upessc.up.gov.in/

Official Notification: Candidates should download Advertisement No. 05/2026 and the detailed information brochure from the UPESSC official website before applying.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available?

UPESSC has announced 12,405 Assistant Teacher vacancies under Advertisement No. 05/2026.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the application and deposit the prescribed fee is 15 October 2026.

When does the correction window close?

The reported last date for corrections is 19 October 2026.

Is OTR required?

Yes. Candidates are required to complete the One Time Registration process before submitting the recruitment application.

Where can candidates apply?

Applications are submitted through the official UPESSC website at upessc.up.gov.in.

Note: Candidates should read the official Advertisement No. 05/2026 and information brochure carefully and verify all eligibility, fee and schedule details on the UPESSC portal before applying.