The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the official notification for UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026, Advertisement Number 05/2026.

The recruitment is being conducted for 12,405 Assistant Teacher posts in primary schools of Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 16 September 2026 to 15 October 2026.
Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying. The notification contains complete information about eligibility, age limit, application fee, district-wise vacancies, syllabus, examination dates, and the selection process.
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UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 October 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 03–04 December 2026 |
| Exam City Details | Before the Examination |
| Admit Card Release | Before the Examination |
| Answer Key | As per official schedule |
| Result Declaration | As per official schedule |
UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| PH / Divyang | ₹300 |
The application fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 July 2026.
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved-category candidates according to UPESSC rules.
Candidates should check the official notification for complete age relaxation details.
UPESSC Primary Teacher Vacancy 2026
The total number of vacancies announced under Advertisement No. 05/2026 is 12,405 posts.
| Post Name | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher in Urban Area Primary Schools | 4,746 | 3,069 | 1,116 | 2,379 | 198 | 11,508 |
| Assistant Teacher in Affiliated Primary Aided Schools | 378 | 164 | 7 | 348 | 0 | 897 |
| Total | 5,124 | 3,233 | 1,123 | 2,727 | 198 | 12,405 |
Educational Qualification
1. Assistant Teacher – Urban Area Primary Schools
Candidates must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- D.El.Ed. / BTC / B.L.Ed. or another qualification accepted under the official notification.
- Other eligibility requirements as mentioned in the UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification.
2. Assistant Teacher – Affiliated Primary Aided Schools
Candidates must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
- D.El.Ed. / BTC qualification.
- Passed the Primary Level TET examination for Classes I to V.
- Other qualifications as prescribed in the official notification.
Candidates must verify the complete eligibility requirements before submitting the application form.
UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: District-Wise Vacancies
The recruitment includes district-wise vacancies for Assistant Teachers in urban-area primary schools. Some major district-wise vacancy details are given below:
| District | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agra | 127 | 85 | 31 | 66 | 6 | 315 |
| Aligarh | 199 | 132 | 49 | 103 | 9 | 492 |
| Amroha | 93 | 62 | 23 | 48 | 4 | 230 |
| Azamgarh | 51 | 32 | 12 | 25 | 2 | 122 |
| Bareilly | 358 | 239 | 88 | 186 | 17 | 888 |
| Basti | 54 | 35 | 13 | 27 | 2 | 131 |
| Bulandshahr | 100 | 66 | 24 | 51 | 4 | 245 |
| Deoria | 54 | 35 | 13 | 27 | 2 | 131 |
| Etah | 62 | 40 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 151 |
| Etawah | 52 | 33 | 12 | 26 | 2 | 125 |
| Fatehgarh | 127 | 85 | 31 | 66 | 6 | 315 |
| Firozabad | 100 | 66 | 24 | 51 | 4 | 245 |
| Ghaziabad | 163 | 109 | 40 | 85 | 8 | 405 |
| Gorakhpur | 69 | 44 | 16 | 34 | 3 | 166 |
| Hardoi | 69 | 44 | 16 | 34 | 3 | 166 |
| Jaunpur | 62 | 40 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 151 |
| Kanpur Nagar | 305 | 204 | 75 | 159 | 15 | 758 |
| Lucknow | 180 | 119 | 44 | 93 | 8 | 444 |
| Mathura | 104 | 68 | 25 | 53 | 5 | 255 |
| Meerut | 256 | 171 | 63 | 133 | 12 | 635 |
| Moradabad | 53 | 34 | 12 | 26 | 2 | 127 |
| Muzaffarnagar | 76 | 50 | 18 | 39 | 3 | 186 |
| Saharanpur | 182 | 120 | 44 | 94 | 8 | 448 |
| Shamli | 66 | 43 | 16 | 33 | 3 | 161 |
| Siddharth Nagar | 62 | 41 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 152 |
| Sitapur | 46 | 29 | 11 | 23 | 2 | 111 |
| Sultanpur | 19 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 42 |
| Unnao | 54 | 34 | 12 | 26 | 2 | 128 |
| Varanasi | 153 | 102 | 37 | 79 | 7 | 378 |
The complete district-wise vacancy list should be checked in the official district vacancy PDF before selecting preferences or completing the application.
UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: Affiliated Aided School Vacancies
The category-wise vacancies for affiliated primary aided schools are provided below:
| Candidate Category | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Candidates | 196 | 84 | 4 | 189 | 0 | 473 |
| Female Candidates | 182 | 80 | 3 | 159 | 0 | 424 |
| Total | 378 | 164 | 7 | 348 | 0 | 897 |
UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted according to the rules mentioned in the official notification. It may include:
- Written examination.
- Evaluation of eligibility and documents.
- Document verification.
- Final selection according to applicable recruitment rules.
Candidates should read the official notification for the exact examination pattern, marking scheme, and selection procedure.
How to Apply Online for UPESSC Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPESSC application portal.
- Complete the required One-Time Registration process.
- Log in using the registration details.
- Select the UP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 application form.
- Enter personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and documents.
- Check the entered information carefully.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment method.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
- Download and print the final submitted application form.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Educational qualification certificates.
- D.El.Ed. / BTC / B.L.Ed. certificate, if applicable.
- TET certificate, if applicable.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Valid identity proof.
- Category certificate, if applicable.
- Disability certificate, if applicable.
- Address and communication details.
- Other documents mentioned in the official notification.
Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official UPESSC application portal.
- Confirm your eligibility before submitting the form.
- Select the correct post and category.
- Pay the application fee within the prescribed deadline.
- Complete corrections before 19 October 2026, if required.
- Keep the application number and payment receipt safely.
- Check the official website for exam city details, admit card, answer key, and result updates.
Important Links
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| New Registration | Click Here |
| Candidate Login | Click Here |
| UPESSC Official Website | Click Here |
