UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the recruitment advertisement for Assistant Teacher सम्बद्ध Primary (Secondary Education Department) and Assistant Teacher Urban (Basic Education Department) under Advertisement No. 05/2026. A total of 12,405 posts will be filled through this recruitment drive.
The official short notice has been released on 15 September 2026. Eligible candidates can complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) and submit their online application from 16 September 2026. The last date to pay the application fee and submit the online application form is 15 October 2026.
According to the notice, the written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 03 and 04 December 2026.
UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
|---|---|
| Department | Secondary Education Department & Basic Education Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher सम्बद्ध Primary & Assistant Teacher Urban |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 12,405 Posts |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| OTR Required | Yes |
| Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 October 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 03 & 04 December 2026 |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication Date | 15-09-2026 |
| OTR / Online Application Start Date | 16-09-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment & Online Application | 15-10-2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 19-10-2026 |
| Examination Date | 03 & 04 December 2026 |
UPESSC Assistant Teacher Application Fee 2026
The application fee mentioned in the recruitment details is as follows:
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1500/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 750/- |
| PWD | Rs. 500/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
Candidates should pay the applicable fee through the prescribed online payment method while submitting the application form.
UPESSC Assistant Teacher Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts | Qualification in Short |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher सम्बद्ध Primary – Secondary Education Department | 897 | Graduation + D.El.Ed/B.Ed + UPTET/CTET as applicable |
| Assistant Teacher Urban (URBAN) – Basic Education Department | 11,508 | Graduation + D.El.Ed/B.Ed + UPTET/CTET as applicable |
| Total | 12,405 | — |
Note: The above qualification details are based on the recruitment details provided. Candidates should check the detailed official notification for the exact post-wise eligibility conditions.
UPESSC Assistant Teacher Age Limit 2026
The expected age limit mentioned for this recruitment is 21 to 40 years.
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 July 2026
- Age Relaxation: As per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Important: The final age-limit conditions should be checked in the detailed Advertisement No. 05/2026.
UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process is expected to include:
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The written examination is scheduled for 03 and 04 December 2026.
One Time Registration (OTR) is Mandatory
Candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process before applying for UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026.
After completing OTR, candidates can log in and proceed with the application for Advertisement No. 05/2026.
Important: Completing OTR alone does not mean that the recruitment application has been submitted. Candidates must complete the separate online application, pay the prescribed fee and finally submit the form.
How to Apply for UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Login using the OTR credentials.
- Open the application link for Advertisement No. 05/2026.
- Enter personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check the complete application form carefully.
- Submit the final application form.
- Download and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| UPESSC Assistant Teacher Short Notice | Click Here |
| Detailed Notification | Notification |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| One Time Registration (OTR) | Apply Online |
| Official Website | UPESSC |
UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q. How many vacancies are released in UPESSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 12,405 vacancies have been announced.
Q. How many Assistant Teacher Primary posts are available?
There are 897 posts under the Secondary Education Department.
Q. How many Assistant Teacher Urban posts are available?
There are 11,508 Assistant Teacher Urban posts under the Basic Education Department.
Q. When will the online application start?
The online application will start from 16 September 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application and pay the fee is 15 October 2026.
Q. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹2,000 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹1,500 for SC/ST and ₹1,000 for PwD candidates.
Q. When will the UPESSC Assistant Teacher exam be held?
The examination is scheduled for 03 and 04 December 2026.
Q. Is OTR mandatory?
Yes. Candidates have to complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
Q. What is the last date for correction?
The last date for correction in the online application is 19 October 2026.
Official Website: upessc.up.gov.in
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