UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 12405 Posts (Last Date 4 November)
Recruitment Board: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj
Total Vacancies: 12405
Application Start Date: 2026-09-16
Last Date to Apply: 2026-11-04
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| Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has notified 12,405 Assistant Teacher (Primary, Class 1–5) posts under Advertisement No. 05/2026: 11,508 in urban primary schools of the Basic Education Department and 897 in attached primary sections of government-aided schools. Following an Allahabad High Court order of 24 October 2026, the last date has been extended to 4 November 2026. Graduates with BTC/D.El.Ed and primary-level TET can apply for this UP Teacher Bharti 2026. |
Updated on 30 October 2026.
| Important Dates |
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| Advertisement Published | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Application / OTR Start | 16 September 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 15 October 2026 (later 28 October 2026) |
| Extended Last Date (Apply & Fee) | 4 November 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 7 November 2026 (as reported) |
| Written Exam | 3 and 4 December 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before exam |
| Answer Key / Result | To be notified |
| Application Fee |
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| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| PwBD (Divyang) | ₹300 |
| Payment Mode | Online – debit card, credit card, net banking |
| Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026) |
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| Assistant Teacher, Primary (Urban) | 21 – 40 years |
| Assistant Teacher, Attached Primary | Minimum 21 years (superannuation 62 years) |
| Relaxation | As per UP Government rules – check with the Age Calculator |
| Vacancy Details |
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| Post | Department | Posts |
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| Assistant Teacher, Primary (Urban) | Basic Education Department | 11,508 |
| Assistant Teacher, Attached Primary (Boys/Girls) | Secondary Education – Govt-aided schools | 897 |
| Total | | 12,405 |
| Eligibility / Qualification |
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| Post | Qualification |
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| Assistant Teacher, Primary (Urban) | Graduation from a recognised university + BTC / 2-year BTC (Urdu) / Special BTC / RCI 2-year Diploma in Special Education / 4-year B.El.Ed / 2-year D.El.Ed (NCTE) + TET for Classes 1–5 (UPTET or CTET Paper-I) |
| Assistant Teacher, Attached Primary | Graduation + BTC or D.El.Ed from an NCTE-recognised course + TET for Classes 1–5 |
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Selection Process
- Written Examination (3–4 December 2026)
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Appointment / Counselling
| Salary / Pay Scale |
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| Assistant Teacher (Primary) is in Pay Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) with allowances as per UP Government rules. |
Documents Required
- Recent photograph and signature
- Graduation marksheet and degree
- BTC / D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed certificate
- UPTET / CTET (Paper-I) certificate
- Caste / EWS / PwBD / domicile certificate where applicable
- Aadhaar or other photo ID
How to Apply
- Go to the UPESSC apply portal and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Log in with OTR number and select Advertisement No. 05/2026 – Assistant Teacher (Primary).
- Fill post preference, educational and TET details.
- Upload photo, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee online by 4 November 2026.
- Submit and print the confirmation page.
| FAQ |
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- Question: What is the last date for UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The last date to apply and pay the fee is 4 November 2026 (extended).
- Question: How many posts are in UPESSC Advt 05/2026?
Answer: 12,405: 11,508 urban primary and 897 attached primary posts.
- Question: When is the UPESSC Primary Teacher exam?
Answer: 3 and 4 December 2026.
- Question: Is TET required?
Answer: Yes. Primary-level TET (UPTET or CTET Paper-I) is required along with graduation and BTC/D.El.Ed.
- Question: What is the age limit?
Answer: 21–40 years for urban posts as on 1 July 2026; minimum 21 years for attached primary posts.
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