UP TGT Notification 2026 Out for 17,735 Vacancies, Apply Online

The UP TGT Notification 2026 has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, for 17,735 Assistant Teacher vacancies in non-government-aided secondary schools. The online application process started on 24 October 2026 and will close on 23 November 2026. Candidates can check the notification PDF, subject-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application fee, exam pattern, and selection process in this article.

The UP TGT written examination is scheduled for 23 and 24 December 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting their application. Read the detailed notification carefully before applying.

UP TGT Notification 2026 Out

The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Teachers (TGT) in non-government-aided secondary schools. The recruitment covers teaching posts for Classes 6 to 10.

Candidates can apply online through the commission’s application portal after completing OTR. The recruitment includes separate vacancies for boys’ and girls’ schools. Candidates should check the school-category eligibility rules before selecting their preferences.

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Overview

The following table provides the important details of the UP TGT recruitment, including the notification date, application dates, vacancies, and examination schedule.

UP TGT Notification 2026 PDF and Important Links

Candidates can use the following links to access the recruitment portal and notification.

UP TGT Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the application deadline, correction window and examination dates to avoid missing any important event.

UP TGT Vacancy 2026: Subject-Wise and Category-Wise Posts

The UP TGT recruitment has announced 17,735 Assistant Teacher vacancies, including 16,193 posts in boys’ schools and 1,542 posts in girls’ schools. Hindi has the highest number of vacancies, with 2,791 posts, followed by English with 2,517 posts and Science with 2,493 posts. Candidates can check the complete subject-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution below.

UP TGT Subject-Wise Vacancy 2026

The following table provides the subject-wise vacancy distribution for boys’ and girls’ schools, including category-wise figures.

UP TGT Syllabus 2026

UP TGT Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution

The category-wise vacancy distribution for the recruitment is given below.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete subject-wise and category-wise vacancy details.

UP TGT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates applying for UP TGT 2026 must meet the prescribed educational qualifications, subject combination requirements and other eligibility conditions.

Educational Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in the relevant subject.
• Candidates must possess a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution or an equivalent approved teaching qualification.
• Candidates must meet the prescribed subject combination requirements for the post they are applying for.

Subject Combination Requirements

Candidates should verify the exact subject combination and teaching qualification requirements in the official notification before applying.

UP TGT Age Limit 2026

Note: Verify the age limit, age calculation date and applicable relaxations against the detailed official notification before publishing.

UP TGT Application Form 2026

The UP TGT Application Form 2026 is available through the official application portal. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling out the recruitment form.

The last date to deposit the application fee is 23 November 2026, while the application correction deadline is 26 November 2026. Candidates should carefully check their personal details, educational qualifications and school-category preferences before submitting the application.

How to Apply for UP TGT Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the online application process.

1. Visit the official application portal at apply.upessc.org.
2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not already registered.
3. Log in and open the Assistant Teacher (TGT) Advertisement No. 07/2026 application form.
4. Enter your personal, educational and category-related details.
5. Select the relevant subject and school category.
6. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee according to your category.
8. Review the application form and submit it.
9. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

UP TGT Application Fee 2026

The application fee depends on the candidate’s category. Candidates should check the official notification for the applicable fee and payment instructions.

Documents Required for UP TGT Application

Candidates should keep the required documents ready before starting the application process.

UP TGT Exam Pattern 2026

The UP TGT written examination consists of objective-type questions covering General Knowledge and the concerned subject. Candidates should understand the marking scheme and examination duration before beginning their preparation.

UP TGT Syllabus 2026

The UP TGT written examination includes two sections: General Knowledge and subject-specific questions. The General Knowledge section consists of 30 questions, while the subject-specific section consists of 90 questions. Candidates should check the detailed subject-wise syllabus before starting their preparation. For detailed preparation, candidates can refer to the UP TGT Syllabus 2026 and previous-year question papers.

UP TGT Selection Process 2026

The selection process includes a written examination followed by document verification. Candidates are ranked based on their written examination marks, subject to the prescribed selection and eligibility rules.

• Written Examination: The written examination consists of 120 objective questions carrying a total of 360 marks. Candidates are required to complete the examination within two hours.
• Merit List: Candidates are ranked according to their written examination marks. The final merit list is prepared as per the recruitment rules.
• Tie-Breaking Rules: In case of equal merit, the notification provides for consideration of graduation percentage, followed by the percentage in the training qualification. If the relevant percentages are also equal, the older candidate is placed higher.
• Document Verification: Candidates must produce the required educational, teaching qualification, TET and other supporting documents for verification. Final selection and appointment are subject to successful document verification and fulfilment of all prescribed eligibility conditions.

UP TGT School-Wise Eligibility Rules

The recruitment includes separate vacancies for boys’ and girls’ schools. Candidates must check the school-category eligibility rules before selecting their preferences.

• Male candidates are not eligible for appointment in girls’ institutions, subject to the specific exception mentioned in the notification for visually impaired candidates in Music.
• Female candidates can apply for boys’ or girls’ schools, but they must choose only one school category for a particular subject.
• Only one application is accepted for each subject and school category.
• If multiple applications are submitted for the same subject and category, the last submitted application is considered valid, and the others are cancelled.

Candidates should verify the school-category rules and their eligibility before completing the application form.

UP TGT Salary 2026

Selected Assistant Teachers (TGT) receive salary under Pay Level 7 of the 7th Pay Commission. The basic pay starts at ₹44,900 per month, with applicable allowances added according to the relevant service rules.