UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Official Notification Out for 17735 Posts

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) for 17,735 Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Teacher – TGT) vacancies under Advertisement Number 07/2026. Interested candidates can fill out the online application form from 24 October 2026 to 23 November 2026.

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UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Overview

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Important Dates & Application Fee

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Age Limit & Tools

• Minimum Age: 21 Years (as on 01/07/2026)
• Maximum Age: 62 Years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per UPESSC Recruitment rules for reserved categories.

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UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria & Subject Wise Qualification

Common Mandatory Qualifications for All TGT Posts:

• Professional Degree: B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution.
• Teacher Eligibility Test: Passed Upper Primary Level (Class 6 to 8) TET conducted by UP Govt or CTET.

Subject Wise Qualification Details

• Hindi: Graduation with Hindi (min. 50% marks) OR PG in Hindi (min. 45% marks) + Sanskrit as subject in Graduation/Uttar Madhyama + B.Ed + TET.
• English: Graduation in English Literature (min. 50% marks) OR PG in English (min. 45% marks) + B.Ed + TET.
• Mathematics: Graduation with Mathematics (min. 50% marks) OR PG in Mathematics (min. 45% marks) + B.Ed + TET.
• Commerce: B.Com (min. 50% marks) OR M.Com (min. 45% marks) + B.Ed + TET.
• Science: Graduation with Physics and Chemistry (min. 50% marks) OR PG in Physics/Chemistry + B.Ed + TET.
• Biology: Graduation with Zoology and Botany (min. 50% marks) OR PG in Zoology/Botany + B.Ed + TET.
• Social Science: Graduation with any two subjects out of History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics + B.Ed + TET.
• Sanskrit: Graduation with Sanskrit (min. 50% marks) OR PG in Sanskrit + B.Ed + TET.
• Home Science: Graduation with Home Science + B.Ed + TET.
• Physical Education: Graduation + B.P.Ed. or B.P.E. degree + TET.
• Art / Drawing: Graduation in Art / BFA / Fine Arts + B.Ed + TET.
• Agriculture: Graduation in Agriculture/Horticulture + B.Ed + TET.
• Music Vocal / Instrumental: Graduation with Music / Sangeet Visharad / Sangeet Prabhakar + B.Ed + TET.
• Urdu: Graduation with Urdu + B.Ed + TET.
• Tailoring / Sewing: Graduation in Fashion Designing + B.Ed + TET.
• Dyeing Art (Ranjan Kala): Graduation + Diploma in Ranjan Kala / Fine Art + B.Ed + TET.

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UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Category Wise Vacancy Details

Subject Wise Vacancy Details

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Written Exam Pattern & Selection Scheme

• Total Questions: 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Marks: 360 Marks
• Exam Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
• Question Breakdown: 30 Questions from General Knowledge & 90 Questions from Concerned Subject.
• Marking Scheme: +3 Marks for every correct answer.
• Negative Marking: -1 Mark penalty for each incorrect answer.
• Exam Medium: Bilingual (Hindi & English).
• Answer Sheet Mode: OMR sheet using Black Ballpoint Pen.

Selection Process & Tie-Breaking Criteria

• Selection will be strictly based on merit list prepared from written exam score.
• In case of equal marks, candidate with higher percentage in Graduation gets preference.
• If still tied, higher percentage in B.Ed/Training qualification will be considered.
• If still identical, older candidate in age gets preference.

UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: How to Apply Online

• Visit the official portal upessc.up.gov.in.
• Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) process if not completed earlier.
• Log in using your OTR ID / Mobile Number / Email and Password.
• Locate and click on Advertisement No. 07/2026 – Assistant Teacher TGT.
• Fill out personal, subject, and educational details carefully.
• Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates.
• Pay the applicable application fee via online payment gateway.
• Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.

📌 UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Important Links

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026?

• The last date to submit online application form is 23 November 2026.

Q2: What is the total number of vacancies in UPESSC TGT Teacher 2026?

• There are total 17,735 vacancies (16,193 for Balak branch and 1,542 for Balika branch).

Q3: What is the age limit for UP TGT Vacancy 2026?

• The candidate’s age must be between 21 years to 62 years as on 01 July 2026.

Q4: What is the exam pattern for UPESSC TGT 2026?

• The exam consists of 120 MCQs for 360 marks (30 GK + 90 Subject) with a duration of 2 hours. Negative marking of 1 mark applies for wrong answers.

🎯 Student Pro-Tips & Next Steps

Candidates preparing for UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026 should ensure they possess valid Upper Primary TET/CTET marks and B.Ed certificates before applying. Complete your OTR early to avoid server traffic in the final days before 23 November 2026.

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