UP PGT Subject Wise Vacancy 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released the UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. 06/2026. The recruitment is being conducted for 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT/Pravakta) posts in aided secondary schools of Uttar Pradesh.
According to the official notification, the online application process started on 18 September 2026, while the last date for fee payment and application is 17 October 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying online.
UP PGT Subject Wise Vacancy 2026 Short Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | UPESSC, Prayagraj |
| Post Name | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT/Pravakta) |
| Advertisement No. | 06/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,607 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| OTR | Mandatory |
| Application Start | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15–16 December 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-8, ₹47,600–₹1,51,100 |
Important Dates
The notification was published on 15 September 2026. OTR and online applications began on 18 September 2026. Candidates can submit the required examination fee up to 17 October 2026, while corrections can be made up to 21 October 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 15 and 16 December 2026.
Vacancy Details
UPESSC has announced 2,607 PGT vacancies, including 2,329 posts for boys’ schools (Balak) and 278 posts for girls’ schools (Balika). The vacancies are distributed across various subjects such as Hindi, English, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, History, Sanskrit, Geography, Biology, Civics, Agriculture and other subjects.
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfil the subject-wise educational qualifications mentioned in the official notification. Generally, the required qualification includes a Post Graduate degree in the relevant subject, along with the prescribed teacher-training qualification wherever applicable. The exact qualification varies by subject, so candidates should check the notification before applying.
Age Limit
As on 1 July 2026, the minimum age is 21 years, while the maximum age is 62 years. Candidates should carefully check the applicable reservation and age-related provisions before submitting the application.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive the Level-8 pay scale of ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 as specified in the UPESSC notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS & Others | ₹1,500 |
| SC / ST | ₹750 |
| Divyang (PwD) | ₹500 |
The examination fee can be paid through the available online payment options.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a written examination and interview. The written examination carries 360 marks, while the interview carries 40 marks, making the total selection basis 400 marks.
Exam Pattern
The written test will contain 120 multiple-choice questions and will be conducted for 2 hours. Out of 120 questions, 30 questions will be from General Knowledge and 90 questions will be related to the concerned subject. Each correct answer carries 3 marks, while an incorrect or multiple answer attracts 1 mark negative marking.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPESSC portal.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
- Login and select the UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 application.
- Enter personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee.
- Submit the application form before the deadline.
- Save and print the final submitted application for future use.
The commission has stated that the application is OTR-based and applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
Apply Link
Candidates can use the official UPESSC portal for OTR and online application:
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| apply online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| UPESSC official website | Click Here |
| Latest Govt Job Notification | Check Out |
| Free Job Update, Homepage | freejobupdate.com |
For the latest updates on UP PGT recruitment, admit card, answer key and result, candidates can also keep checking freejobupdate.com.
UPESSC Post Graduate Teacher Recruitment 2026 FAQs
1. When to apply for UPESSC PGT Teacher Vacancy 2026?
The UPESSC PGT Teacher 2026 online application started on 18 September 2026. The last date to pay the application fee is 17 October 2026, while the application correction deadline is 21 October 2026.
2. How to apply for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) in Uttar Pradesh?
Candidates need to complete OTR (One Time Registration) and then apply online through the official UPESSC website. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
3. How to apply for UPESSC Exam 2026 online?
Visit the official UPESSC portal, complete OTR, log in, select the PGT recruitment application, fill in the required details, upload documents, pay the application fee and submit the form.
4. What is UP PGT Notification 2026?
The UP PGT Notification 2026 is the official recruitment notification for 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) vacancies under UPESSC. The written examination is scheduled for 15 and 16 December 2026.
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